Good Morning, Newport! Today is Friday, May 30, the 150th day of 2025. There are 215 days left in the year. On this day in 1880, the League of American Wheelmen was founded in Newport.
- Today: A slight chance of showers after 11 am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 65. South wind 7 to 13 mph. The chance of precipitation is 20%.
- Tonight: Showers are likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm are expected after 2 am. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Low around 57. Southeast wind 6 to 8 mph. The chance of precipitation is 80%—new rainfall amounts between a half and three-quarters of an inch possible.
🚨 You need to know
Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co. is gearing up for an exciting summer with its newly announced Newport Craft Summer Series. The lineup features a mix of performers sure to entertain audiences of all ages.
Kicking off the series on June 13, is Rubix Kube, an 80s tribute band that promises to transport you back in time. Get ready to sing along and dance to your favorite hits from the decade.
“Enjoy craft cocktails, cold beer, and delicious food while you dance the night away to the best hits of the 80s. Whether you grew up with these classics or just love the vibe, Rubix Kube will have you singing, dancing, and reliving the best of the 80s,” Newport Craft shares.
Local talent takes the stage on June 14 with The Z-Boys.
“Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the scene, you won’t want to miss this electric performance on the historic Newport Craft lawn — the very grounds where Bob Dylan went electric in 1965. Bring your crew, grab a beer, and get ready to dance under the stars,” Newport Craft shares.
While families can look forward to a special performance by children’s musician Laurie Berkner on June 22.
“Perfect for families of all ages, this event promises to be an unforgettable day full of music, movement, and joy. Whether it’s your child’s first concert or you’re longtime fans, this experience is sure to create lasting memories and inspire a lifelong love of music,” Newport Craft shares.
Each event will offer a full bar and tasty bites from Wally’s Weiners. Ticket prices vary, starting at $15 for The Z-Boys and going up to $36 for Laurie Berkner’s show. $1 from every ticket sold for the Berkner performance will support The Empowerment Factory, a Rhode Island nonprofit.
All shows run from 7 to 9 p.m. on the Newport Craft lawn, rain or shine. Since seating is limited, bringing blankets is a good idea.
Tickets are available now through Eventbrite (each show is linked above).
Here’s what else you need to know
Newport’s Tree and Open Space Commission is hosting a community workshop to discuss moving the Historic Easton’s Beach Carousel to Aquidneck Park.
Get ready for some summer entertainment! Newport Recreation has just announced its lineup for this year’s free concert series at Easton’s Beach.
The Neon Marketplace in Middletown, as well as five other locations across the state, will soon be rebranded to Cumberland Farms.
IYRS School of Technology & Trades is gearing up for its 27th annual Graduation & Launch Day on Saturday.
On tap this weekend: Charity Polo Match, Spring Visitors Weekend, BankNewport 10 Miler, and more. Things to do this weekend
📅 What’s Up Today
Next up on the cruise ship schedule: The Europa 2 on Friday, May 30
Things To Do
- 11 am: Winery Tours at Newport Vineyards & Restaurant
- 5 pm: Low Cost Vaccine Clinic at Parkholm Senior Center
- 6 pm: Last Friday Social – Vibes, Community, Tunes & More at Newport Pride Center
- 7:30 pm: Bodhi & Bites at The Bodhi Spa
- 8 pm: Improv with the Bit Players at The Firehouse Theater
Live Music & Entertainment
- Bally’s Tiverton: Live DJ at 8:30 pm
- Busker’s Irish Pub: Live music at 8 pm
- Johnny’s Restaurant: Lainey Dionne at 7 pm
- JPT Film & Event Center: Lilly at 4:30 pm, The Surfer at 7:30 pm
- Landing: Jay Parker at 12:30 pm, Chelley & The Dope Things at 4 pm, Straight Outta Rehab at 8 pm
- Midtown Oyster Bar: Sean Rivers at 9:30 pm
- Narragansett Cafe: Bar Fly at 8:30 pm
- Newport Blues Cafe: Angelus Hall at 9:30 pm
- Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co.: Mark Flynn at 6 pm, Sons of Businessmen at 7 pm
- O’Brien’s Pub: DJ Remedy at 9:30 pm
- One Pelham East: Colin Van Pelt at 3:30 pm, Backseat Cadillac at 8 pm, DJ at 11:30 pm
- Ragged Island Brewing: BirdStick Duo at 5:30 pm
- Speakeasy: Live music at 9 pm
- Sunset Cove: Bob Tomassone & Scotty McCue at 5:30 pm
- The Firehouse Theatre: The Bit Players at 8 pm
- Top of Pelham: Dueling Pianos at 7:30 pm & 10:30 pm
Newport County Public Meetings
📈 Yesterday’s most-read
The following were yesterday’s most-read What’sUpNewp articles.
- Newport Restaurant Group to open ‘J.T. Commons’ in former Foodlove Market space
- Newport Police need help identifying shoplifting suspects
- What Sold: A look at 11 homes that traded hands last week in Newport County (May 19 – 23)
- Obituary: Robert Morton
- Luxury Meets Seaside Chic: Fashion Pop-Up coming to The Chanler at Cliff Walk in June
- Obituary: Nancy Blanchard
- Newport City Council approves Middle Passage Port Marker Memorial, Murphy Field flagpole
- ‘Little Clam’ will open on June 5 at Wayfinder Newport
- Patrick Murphy’s first solo show in five years opens tonight at House of Waves
- Obituary: Dino Christy
