Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island this weekend, Friday, May 5 through Sunday, May 7, 2023.
Six Picks
‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (May 5-7)
Cello Fest, The Wallflowers, RIPO and Lydia Loveless
‘Six Picks’ Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (May 5-7)
Cinco de Mayo, Derby Day, a moonlit ride and more!
Friday, May 5
What’s Up Interview: RI drummer Jesse Humphrey of Carbon Leaf, band playing Jane Pickens Friday, May 5
Newest member of Virginia-based Americana band
What’s Up Interview: Evan St. Martin of Laden Valley, playing Greenwich Odeum on May 5
The Sea, The Sea to open for Newport band
Newport-based band Laden Valley to perform at the Greenwich Odeum on May 5
The concert marks a special occasion for Dave Sarazen, who was born and raised in East Greenwich.
Sarah Silverman bringing ‘Grow Some Lips Tour’ to Mohegan Sun Arena on May 5
Two-time Emmy Award-winning comedian, actress, writer, and producer, Sarah Silverman, will take the stage at Mohegan Sun Arena at 8:00pm on Friday, May 5th.
27 Open Houses to check out in Newport County this weekend
On the market for a new home? Here’s a look at what homes are hosting an open house this weekend, May 5 – 7, 2023.
Things To Do
- 11:30 am to 11:30 pm: Cinco de Mayo Party at Diego’s Newport
- 12 pm: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by the Beach at Diego’s Barrio Cantina
- 2 pm: Full Moon Celebration! at Recharge Newport
- 2 pm: Cinco De Mayo at Rejects
- 4:30 pm: Flower Moon Sleepover Party at Norman Bird Sanctuary
- 5 pm to 8 pm: May Beer Hall ft. Take It To The Bridge Trio at Newport Vineyards
- 7:15 pm: Bike Newport’s Full Moon Ride
- 7:30 pm: Newport Live Presents Steve and Bokani Dyer – Jazz from South Africa
- 8 pm: Improv with the Bit Players at The Firehouse Theater
- 8 pm: Carbon Leaf live at The JPT
- For more events and things to do, visit our events calendar.
Entertainment
- Bar & Board: Lois Vaughan Jazz Trio at 6:30 pm
- Blue Anchor Grill: John & Joanne from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
- Busker’s Irish Pub: Live music at 9 pm
- Johnny’s at Wyndham: Phenix Ave Duo at 6 pm
- JPT Film & Event Center: Carbon Leaf live at 8 pm
- La Forge: Dave Manuel at 6 pm
- Narragansett Cafe: The Manatees from 8 pm to 11:30 pm
- Newport Blues Cafe: Never In Vegas at 9 pm
- Newport Live: Newport Live Presents Steve and Bokani Dyer – Jazz from South Africa at 7:30 pm
- Newport Playhouse: Run For Your Wife at 6 pm
- Newport Vineyards: Take It To The Bridge Trio from 5 pm to 8 pm
- O’Brien’s Pub: DJ Remedy (video DJ) at 10 pm
- One Pelham East: Sugarbabies from 8 pm to 11:30 pm, DJ from 11:30 pm to 1 am
- Speakeasy: Live music at 9:30 pm
- Stoneacre Garden: Motion Avenue from 8 pm to 11 pm
- The Firehouse Theatre: Live improv comedy with The Bit Players at 8 pm
- Top of Pelham: Dueling Pianos at 7:30 pm & 10:30 pm
City & Government
- Portsmouth: Portsmouth Technical Review Committee at 8:30 am
- See the agendas and a full list of public meetings across Rhode Island here.
Saturday, May 6
Saturday farmers market opens in Middletown on May 6 with new vendors and activities
With multiple special events, activities for children, and a wide selection of vendors, both new and returning, there is much to mark on calendars for this season.
Potter League’s premiere spring fundraiser – LoveBash for Animals is back on May 6
The LoveBash for Animals will feature a cocktail reception, seated dinner, an exciting silent and live auction, live music and a unique and up-close look at the life-saving programs and services the Potter League provides, and more.
Things To Do
- 8 am to 5 pm: 2023 NERFU CUP at Fort Adams State Park
- 9 am to 12 pm: Aquidneck Growers Market at Embrace Home Loans Campus
- 9:30 am: Yoga & Meditation with Rev Shelley & Greg Sabatino @ Norman Bird Sanctuary
- 10 am: Rockin Mama’s Maker’s Market at VFW Post 5390 in Portsmouth
- 11 am: “First Glimpse” Unveiling at Newport Car Museum
- 11 am: Volunteers needed for Newport Burying Ground clean-up at Common Burying Ground
- 12:30 pm: First Mingle at Rejects Beer Co.
- 1 pm: Good Vibes Fair at MIST
- 5 pm: A Kentucky-Style Derby Party to benefit the Star Kids Program at Ochre Court
- 5 pm to 7:30 pm: Kentucky Derby Viewing Party at The Lounge at Newport Harbor Island Resort
- 5 pm to 7 pm: 5 Rhodes Traveled at DeBlois Gallery
- 6 pm: Mexican Celebration Cruise with Coastal Queen Cruises
- 7 pm & 9 pm: Improv with the Bit Players at The Firehouse Theater
- For more events and things to do, visit our events calendar.
Entertainment
- Bar & Board: Mel from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
- Blue Anchor Grill: Steve Rodrigues from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
- Buskers: Brian Twohey at 9 pm
- Johnny’s at Wyndham: Live music from 6 pm to 9 pm
- JPT Film & Event Center: Air at 1:30 pm & 4 pm, Fly Fishing Film Tour 2023 with American Saltwater Guide Association at 7:30 pm
- La Forge: Dave Manuel at 6 pm
- Midtown Oyster Bar: The Traveling Wanna B’s at 9 pm
- Narragansett Cafe: The Senders from 8 pm to 11:30 pm
- Newport Blues Cafe: Chopville at 9 pm
- Newport Playhouse: Run For Your Wife at 6 pm
- O’Brien’s Pub: CGray the DJ at 10 pm
- One Pelham East: Timmy Smith from 4 pm to 7:30 pm, Hit Play Duo from 8 pm to 11:30 pm, DJ from 11:30 pm to 1 am
- Ragged Island Brewing Co: Dan San Band from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
- Speakeasy: Live music at 9:30 pm
- The Firehouse Theatre: Live improv comedy with The Bit Players at 7 pm & 9 pm
- Top Of Pelham: Dueling Pianos at 7:30 pm & 10:30 pm
City & Government
- Tiverton: Tiverton School Committee at 9 am, Tiverton Town Council at 9 am
- See the agendas and a full list of public meetings across Rhode Island here.
Sunday, May 7
Aquidneck Island National Police Parade returns on May 7
This year’s parade will honor the 245 officers that have lost their lives in the line of duty in 2022, including Bristol, Connecticut, Sgt. Dustin Demonte and Officer Alex Hazmy as well as Massachusetts State Trooper Tamar Bucci.
Things To Do
- 8 am to 5 pm: 2023 NERFU CUP at Fort Adams State Park
- 10 am to 2 pm: Tiverton Farmers Market at Tiverton Middle School
- 10 am: Four Burying Grounds Walking Tour
- 11:50 am: Aquidneck Island National Police Parade
- 2 pm to 4 pm: 3rd Annual Stuffie Smackdown! at Newport Irish American Athletic Club
- For more events and things to do, visit our events calendar.
Entertainment
- Clarke Cooke House: Bobby Ferreira at 12:30 pm
- Fastnet Irish Pub: Irish Sessions at 6 pm
- Irish American Club: Karaoke at 9 pm
- Johnny’s at Wyndham: Mac Chrupcala Jazz Series from 3 pm to 7 pm
- La Forge: Dave Manuel from 11 am to 2 pm
- Narragansett Cafe: The Strumdawgs from 4 pm to 7 pm
- Newport Playhouse: Run For Your Wife at 11 am
- O’Brien’s Pub: Bingo at 7 pm
- One Pelham East: Adam Go from 8:30 pm to 12 am
- Pour Judgement: Los Duderinos at 10 pm
- The Firehouse Theater: Chase Ceglie Jazz Quartet at 5 pm
City & Government
- No local meetings are scheduled yet, check back for updates.
- See a full list of public meetings in Rhode Island here.
