The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (The JPT) is planning an exciting week of Newport Winter Festival events, with live music, iconic films, and local craft beer on tap.
The festivities begin Wednesday, February 19, with a special screening of Becoming Led Zeppelin, followed by a one-of-a-kind live concert on Thursday, February 20, showcasing immense local talent and supporting emerging Rhode Island music. The celebration wraps up Saturday, February 22, with John Carpenter’s The Thing, paired with a pre-film beer tasting from Rejects Beer.
“From legendary films on the big screen to a showcase of Rhode Island’s incredible musical talent—paired with locally brewed craft beer—Winterfest at The JPT is all about bringing together unforgettable experiences that highlight both local artistry and cinematic excellence,” said Alex Whitney, General Manager at The JPT. “We’re thrilled to celebrate film, music, and community in one of Newport’s most historic venues.”
Becoming Led Zeppelin (Wednesday, February 19, 7:30 PM)
This film explores the origins of this iconic group and their meteoric rise in just one year against all odds. Powered by awe-inspiring, psychedelic, never-before-seen footage, performances, and music, Bernard MacMahon’s experiential cinematic odyssey captures Led Zeppelin’s creative, musical, and personal origin story. The hybrid docu-concert film also unveils a huge amount of rare and unseen Led Zeppelin performance footage. Click here for tickets and more information on Becoming Led Zeppelin.
North End Entertainment Presents: Three Bands – One Night (Thursday, February 20, 7:00 PM)
Liven up a winter evening with this live concert, featuring three incredible Rhode Island bands on The JPT stage.
- Dan Burke and The Royal Treatment – A dynamic five-piece soul and R&B band with a funk-infused sound and electrifying stage presence. Recently released tracks “My Pleasure” and “Keep Em Cold” are out now. www.DBRTBAND.com
- Princess June – With an emphasis on rich three-part harmonies, Princess June draws inspiration from Fleetwood Mac, The Mamas & The Papas, Fleet Foxes, and more. instagram.com/PRINCESSJUNEMUSIC
- Melo Green – An R&B/Funk/Soul artist who has appeared all over the New England music scene with Kids On A Hill, The UMass Doo Wop Shop, The Frotations, and The Velcro Soul. His debut album Laminar Flow is out now. www.MELOGREEN.com
There will be a brief intermission between each band. Doors will open at 6:00 PM. Concert from 7:00-10:00 pm. Click here to secure your tickets. Guests receive 10% off tickets with an official Newport Winter Festival bracelet.
The Thing (4K Restoration) (Saturday, February 22, 8:30 PM)
In theme with its frigid Arctic setting, join The JPT for this sci-fi/horror classic, featuring a pre-film beer tasting with Rejects Winter Ale and IPA. Experience John Carpenter’s The Thing on the big screen in stunning 4K restoration—renowned for its groundbreaking practical effects that still outshine most CGI today and an eerie score by Ennio Morricone. Doors Open & Beer Tasting @ 7:45, Movie @ 8:30. Tickets: $15, $12.50 w/ Winterfest Bracelet. Click here for tickets and more information on The Thing 4K Restoration.