Newport Events

Annual Events

Address: Bowen's Wharf, Newport, RI 02840 Dates: June 3 - June 7, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Held in early June, Newport's International Film Festival shows international and American film classics at a number of different facilities across the city. Never before seen films and specialty projects draw large crowds, including a bevy of celebrities. Over 10,000 filmmakers, journalists, attendees and celebs...

Address: various venues, Newport, RI 02840 Dates: June 19 - September 13, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

A treasured bi-annual event, the Secret Garden Tour gives guests an inside look at some of the city's most beautiful gardens in the Historic Point area of town. Enjoy the shrubs, trees, plants, flowers and trellises of an outstanding collection of gardens at historic homes, many dating to the 1800s. Tickets can be...

Address: 548 Bellevue Ave, Rosecliff, Newport, RI 02840 Dates: June 26 - June 28, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Held at the opulent Rosecliff mansion located on Newport's grand Bellevue Avenue, this annual flower show includes everything the avid or even occasional garden would enjoy. From floral displays to garden lectures and live demonstrations, there's something for the green thumb in everyone. The show also features a...

Address: Belle Mer, Newport, RI Dates: July 16 - July 19, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Held in mid-July, the Black Ships Festival links the ports of Newport to the Land of the Rising Sun. Japanese culture is showcased through events that include a Japanese tea ceremony, a festival of drums, martial arts and origami presentations. The festival also highlights the achievements of Newport native Commodore...

Address: Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI 02840 Dates: August 7 - August 9, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This 3-day August event draws crowds with the mellow sounds of live jazz music. Come and appreciate the talent that's served up in spades at this annual event held primarily at Fort Adams. The festival started in 1954 and is reported to be the first outdoor jazz festival in the country. Now it's definitely one of the...

Address: 360 Thames St, Newport Yachting Center, Newport, RI 02840 Dates: September 17 - September 20, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This exciting event highlights the rich yachting history that Newport bears. It's been around for over 35 years and is wildly popular, showcasing a wide array of boats, from motor craft to sail boats. Vendors line the shore along Newport's America's Cup Avenue and Thames Street, offering an array of boating goods....

Address: 583 Third Beach Rd, Norman Bird Sanctuary, Middletown, RI 02842 Dates: October 3 - October 4, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

It's autumn fun for all at the annual Harvest Fair hosted by Newport's Norman Bird Sanctuary. These fund-raising festivities boast an old-time fair atmosphere with hay rides, pony rides, sack races, children's games and face painting. Enjoy live entertainment as well as caramel apples, sizzling burgers and other tasty...