From Pub Tradition to $100K Fundraiser: Lobby Muddy Fest Returns July 19 (via Lobby Muddy Fest)

Good morning, Newport! 🗓️ Today is Saturday, July 19, the 200th day of 2025. There are 165 days left in the year.

Weather Forecast

  • Today: Sunny, with a high near 79. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
  • Tonight: Increasing clouds, with a low around 69. South wind around 8 mph.
  • Tomorrow: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. South wind 9 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

🚨 You need to know

Newport County residents and visitors are waking up to a picture-perfect summer Saturday packed with activities ranging from early morning swims to late-night entertainment. The day kicked off at 7 AM with Save The Bay’s popular community swim, drawing environmental advocates and fitness enthusiasts to the waterfront for both exercise and ocean conservation awareness.

The morning continues to build momentum with the Aquidneck Growers Market opening its weekly showcase at 9 AM at the Newport County YMCA, where local farmers and artisans will display fresh produce and handcrafted goods. Simultaneously, treasure hunters and bargain seekers are gathering at the Newport Elks Lodge for their regular flea market and craft show, promising unique finds and community connections.

Cultural offerings dominate the afternoon and evening landscape, with the Newport Classical Music Festival presenting two distinct performances. At 3 PM, Emmanuel Church will host “French Quintets: Revivals,” followed by the prestigious Attacca Quartet performing at The Breakers at 8 PM. These concerts represent the festival’s commitment to bringing world-class chamber music to Newport’s historic venues.

Active pursuits abound throughout the day, from the 9:30 AM neighborhood walking tour of Clarke Street and Historic Hill starting at Vernon House, to the unique “Vinyasa & Vines” yoga session at Greenvale Vineyards at 10 AM. Adventure seekers can tackle the Beavertail Lighthouse tower climb at 1:30 PM, while the Newport Beer Run at Fort Adams State Park at noon combines fitness with the area’s craft brewing culture.

The evening entertainment scene spans from elegant to eclectic, with the Newport International Polo Series drawing spectators to the polo grounds at 5 PM, while comedy lovers can catch live improv with the Bit Players at The Firehouse Theater at 8 PM. Music venues across the county are hosting everything from jazz at Greenvale Vineyards to dueling pianos at Top of Pelham, ensuring that whether residents prefer intimate acoustic sets or high-energy performances, this Saturday has something to offer every taste and schedule.

See the full schedule of events below!

Here’s what else you should know

🗓️ On tap this week/weekend: Newport Classical, Newport Dance Festival, Save the Bay Swim, Newport Beer Run, Lobster Muddy Festival, and more. Full Roundup

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📅 What’s Up Today

Saturday, July 19

Things To Do

Live Music & Entertainment

Newport County Public Meetings

  • No public meetings are scheduled.

Sunday, July 20

Things To Do

Live Music & Entertainment

Newport County Public Meetings

  • No public meetings are scheduled.

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Ryan Belmore is the owner and publisher of What's Up Newp. He took over the publication in 2012 and has grown it into a three-time Rhode Island Monthly Best Local News Blog (2018, 2019, 2020). He was named LION Publishers Member of the Year in 2020 and received the Dominique Award from the Arts & Cultural Society of Newport County the same year. He has been awarded grants for investigative and community journalism, and continues to coach and mentor new local news publications nationwide. Ryan...