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August in Newport | |
August 1-31st |
Schooner Madeleine | |
Where: Departing from Bannister's Wharf What: Daily day and sunset sails on the beautiful Narragansett Bay! |
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August 1-31st |
Rum Runner II | |
Where: Departing from Bannister's Wharf Where: Daily cruises on this classic power yacht while enjoying the sights of Narragansett Bay! |
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August 1-31st |
Glass Blowing Lessons | |
Where: Thames Glass What: Discover your artistic talent of the ancient art of glass blowing, with guidance from the experts at Thames Glass. Call to schedule a lesson. (401) 846-0575 |
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August 1- 3rd |
Dunkin' Donuts Newport Folk Festival | |
Where: Fort Adams State park What: Daily and nightly performances by Folk Music legends such as Jimmy Buffet! |
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August 1st |
Comedy Wedding Reception | |
Where: Newport Dinner Train What: 6:30pm View Newport's beautiful waterfront while enjoying dinner and a fabulous show! |
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August 2nd |
Newport International Polo Series USA vs. Egypt | |
Where: Newport Polo Center, Portsmouth, RI What: 5:00pm Come watch the excitement of this classic sport! |
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August 2nd |
Murder Mystery | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 1:30pm. Join the fun at this interactive murder mystery masquerade party and solve the mystery! |
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August 3rd |
Newport Summer Comedy Series | |
Where: Newport Yachting Center What: 5pm and 8pm. Bill Cosby performs live, right on Newport's majestic waterfront! |
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August 5th |
An Evening with the Astors' | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Come tour this famous mansion by candlelight and join in on a fabulous night of music and dancing! |
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August 5th |
Family Concert Night | |
Where: Easton's Beach What: 6pm. A fun filled evening of music from the 50's, 60's and 70's |
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August 6th |
"Spirits and Stogies Wednesdays " | |
Where: The Top of Newport at the Viking Hotel What: 6-8:00pm. Sample perfectly pared spirits with the cigar of the evening and delicious appetizers . |
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August 7th |
Murder Mystery | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Join the fun at this interactive murder mystery masquerade party and solve the mystery! |
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August 7th |
"Wine Down Thursdays" | |
Where: The Viking Hotel What: 6:30. Enjoy a Three course tasting menu, with wine parings! |
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August 8th |
Comedy Murder Mystery | |
Where: Newport Dinner Train What: 6:30pm Enjoy a wonderful dinner and a great show, while touring Newport's beautiful waterfront! |
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August 8-10th |
JVC Jazz Festival | |
Where: Fort Adams State park What: Daily and nightly performances by Jazz legends! |
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August 9th |
Murder Mystery | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 1:30pm. Join the fun at this interactive murder mystery masquerade party and solve the mystery! |
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August 9th |
Newport International Polo Series Lufthansa International | |
Where: Newport Polo Center, Portsmouth, RI What: 5:00pm Come watch the excitement of this classic sport! |
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August 10th |
Mrs. Astor's Salon | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 5pm. Join the fun at this afternoon of music from the Gilded age. |
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August 12th |
Great American BBQ with Crossfire Bluegrass Band | |
Where: Sweet Berry Farm What: 6-8pm. Food and fun at this beautiful farm! |
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August 13th |
"Spirits and Stogies Wednesdays " | |
Where: The Top of Newport at the Viking Hotel What: 6-8:00pm. Sample perfectly pared spirits with the cigar of the evening and delicious appetizers . |
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August 13-17th |
International Tennis Hall of Fame Champions Cup | |
Where: International Tennis Hall of Fame What: Come and watch the pros compete on the legendary grass courts! |
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August 13th |
Newport Art Museum PM Picnics | |
Where: Newport Art Museum What: 6:30pm Pack a picnic and come enjoy these al fresco concerts on the lawn of the Newport Art Museum. Every Wednesday! |
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August 14th |
"Wine Down Thursdays" | |
Where: The Viking Hotel What: 6:30. Enjoy a Three course tasting menu, with wine parings! |
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August 14th |
Murder Mystery | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Join the fun at this interactive murder mystery masquerade party and solve the mystery! |
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August 15th |
Comedy Wedding Reception | |
Where: Newport Dinner Train What: 6:30pm View Newport's beautiful waterfront while enjoying dinner and a fabulous show! |
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August 16th |
Family Day at Prescott Farm | |
Where: Prescott Farm What: 9:30am-3:00pm Come and enjoy a day of family fun at this historic farm! |
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August 16th |
Tiffany Ball | |
Where: The Breakers What: 7pm Enjoy a fabulous dinner and a night of dancing to the Alex Donner Orchestra! |
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August 16th |
5th Annual Bird Ball | |
Where: Norman Bird Sanctuary What: 7pm Enjoy an evening of dinner dancing and a silent auction to support a wonderful cause! |
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August 16th |
Murder Mystery | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Join the fun at this interactive murder mystery masquerade party and solve the mystery! |
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August 16th |
Clambake at Rose Island Lighthouse | |
Where: Rose Island Light House What: 11am-3:30pm Enjoy a delicious clam bake feast right on the beach on beautiful Rose Island! |
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August 16th |
Newport International Polo Series USA vs. Jamaica | |
Where: Newport Polo Center, Portsmouth, RI What: 5:00pm Come watch the excitement of this classic sport! |
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August 17th |
Newport Summer Comedy Series | |
Where: Newport Yachting Center What: 7:30pm Craig Shoemaker performs live, right on Newport's majestic waterfront! |
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August 19th |
Family Night Concert Series | |
Where: Easton's Beach What: 6:00pm This is a wonderful night of music and family fun, right on the beach! |
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August 19th |
"Fiesta-Val" with Mambito Latin Fusion | |
Where: Sweet Berry Farm What: 5:30-7:30pm. Food and fun at this beautiful farm! |
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August 19th |
An Evening with the Astors' | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Come tour this famous mansion by candlelight and join in on a fabulous night of music and dancing! |
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August 20th |
Big Band Night | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7:30pm. Enjoy a night of dancing with Larry Brown's Orchestra! |
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August 20th |
"Spirits and Stogies Wednesdays " | |
Where: The Top of Newport at the Viking Hotel What: 6-8:00pm. Sample perfectly pared spirits with the cigar of the evening and delicious appetizers . |
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August 20th |
Newport Art Museum PM Picnics | |
Where: Newport Art Museum What: 6:30pm Pack a picnic and come enjoy these al fresco concerts on the lawn of the Newport Art Museum. Every Wednesday! |
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August 21st |
"Wine Down Thursdays" | |
Where: The Viking Hotel What: 6:30. Enjoy a Three course tasting menu, with wine parings! |
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August 21st |
Murder Mystery | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Join the fun at this interactive murder mystery masquerade party and solve the mystery! |
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August 21st |
"A Night in Old Havana" | |
Where: Belle Mer What: 7:00pm This is a wonderful night of music celebrating the 135th anniversary of Newport Hospital |
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August 22nd |
Comedy Murder Mystery | |
Where: Newport Dinner Train What: 6:30pm Enjoy a wonderful dinner and a great show, while touring Newport's beautiful waterfront! |
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August 23-24th |
Aquidneck Island Arts Festival | |
Where: Newport Yachting Center What: 10am-9pm Saturday, and 11am-6pm Sunday. This fantastic festival showcases works from East Coast artists! |
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August 23rd |
Newport International Polo Series Red Cross Hurricane Cup | |
Where: Newport Polo Center, Portsmouth, RI What: 5:00pm Come watch the excitement of this classic sport! |
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August 26th |
Picnic with Bluegrass Invitation | |
Where: Sweet Berry Farm What: 5:30-7:30pm. Food and fun at this beautiful farm! |
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August 26th |
An Evening with the Astors' | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Come tour this famous mansion by candlelight and join in on a fabulous night of music and dancing! |
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August 28th |
Murder Mystery | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Join the fun at this interactive murder mystery masquerade party and solve the mystery! |
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Sept 5th |
Comedy Wedding Reception | |
Where: Newport Dinner Train What: 6:30pm View Newport's beautiful waterfront while enjoying dinner and a fabulous show! |
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August 29-30th |
29th Annual Classic Yacht Regatta | |
Where: Museum of Yachting What: This regatta features classic wooden yachts! |
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August 30 -September 1st |
11th Annual Newport Waterfront Irish Festival | |
Where: Newport Yachting Center What:This event features everything Irish! Enjoy a day of authentic Music, Food and Drink! |
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August 30th |
Murder Mystery | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Join the fun at this interactive murder mystery masquerade party and solve the mystery! |
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August 30th |
Newport International Polo USA vs. England | |
Where: Newport Polo Center, Portsmouth, RI What: 5:00pm Come watch the excitement of this classic sport! |
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August 31st |
Citizen's Bank Farewell to Summer Labor Day Beach Party | |
Where: Easton's Beach What: This event is the best way to say farewell to summer, with contests and family fun all day, and a concert and beach bonfire at night. |
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| September | ||
Sept. 1-30th |
Schooner Madeleine | |
Where: Departing from Bannister's Wharf What: Daily day and sunset sails on the beautiful Narragansett Bay! |
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Sept. 1-30th |
Rum Runner II | |
Where: Departing from Bannister's Wharf Where: Daily cruises on this classic power yacht while enjoying the sights of Narragansett Bay! |
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Sept. 1-30th |
Glass Blowing Lessons | |
Where: Thames Glass What: Discover your artistic talent of the ancient art of glass blowing, with guidance from the experts at Thames Glass. Call to schedule a lesson. (401) 846-0575 |
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August 30 -September 1st |
11th Annual Newport Waterfront Irish Festival | |
Where: Newport Yachting Center What: This event features everything Irish! Enjoy a day of authentic Music, Food and Drink! |
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Sept. 2nd |
An Evening with the Astors' | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Come tour this famous mansion by candlelight and join in on a fabulous night of music and dancing! |
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Sept. 4th |
Murder Mystery | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Join the fun at this interactive murder mystery masquerade party and solve the mystery! |
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Sept. 5th |
Comedy Wedding Reception | |
Where: Newport Dinner Train What: 6:30pm View Newport's beautiful waterfront while enjoying dinner and a fabulous show! |
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Sept. 6th |
Newport International Polo Series: The Carnegie Abbey Cup | |
Where: Newport Polo Center, Portsmouth, RI What: 5:00pm Come watch the excitement of this classic sport! |
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Sept. 6-7th |
Art on the Lawn | |
Where: Newport Art Museum What: 10am-5pm. This fantastic art show benefits a scholarship program for young local artists. |
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Sept. 6-7th |
Secret Garden Tours Fall | |
Where: 33 Washington St. What: 10am-5pm. This self guided walking tour will bring you through the most amazing private homes and gardens in Newport. |
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Sept. 7th |
Picnic with La Madeleine | |
Where: Sweet Berry Farm What: 1-3:00pm. Food and fun with this Celtic band at this beautiful farm! |
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Sept. 9th |
An Evening with the Astors' | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Come tour this famous mansion by candlelight and join in on a fabulous night of music and dancing! |
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Sept. 11th |
Murder Mystery | |
Where: Astors' Beechwood Mansion What: 7pm. Join the fun at this interactive murder mystery masquerade party and solve the mystery! |
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Sept. 11-14th |
Newport International Boat Show | |
Where: Newport Yachting Center What: This event features everything for Boaters! From power to sailing yachts of all sizes, to the gear to get you started, this event is not to be missed. |
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Sept. 12th |
Comedy Murder Mystery | |
Where: Newport Dinner Train What: 6:30pm Enjoy a wonderful dinner and a great show, while touring Newport's beautiful waterfront! |
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Sept. 13th |
Newport International Polo Series USA vs. South Africa | |
Where: Newport Polo Center, Portsmouth, RI What: 5:00pm Come watch the excitement of this classic sport! |
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Sept. 25-27th |
Newport Mansions Wine and Food Festival | |
Sept. 27-28th |
20th Annual Taste of Rhode Island | |
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| October | ||
October 11-13th |
16th Annual International Oktoberfest | |
October 18-19th |
Bowen's Wharf Seafood Festival | |
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| November | ||
Nov. 9-15th |
Newport Restaurant Week | |
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| December | ||
December 6th |
Bowen's Wharf Christmas Tree Lighting and Open House | |
December 31st |
Newport First Night | |
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