The Preservation Society of Newport County will present “Songs from Newport,” a historical musical program spanning from the Civil War era through the Gilded Age, on Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. in the ballroom of Rosecliff. The concert, led and narrated by Dr. Mark A. Stickney, founder of Historic Music of Newport, will feature soprano […]
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Newport Contemporary Ballet celebrates 25 years of ‘The Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff’
Newport Contemporary Ballet will mark the 25th anniversary of “The Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff” with performances from Nov. 26 through Dec. 5 at the historic Gilded Age mansion. The production features a reimagined second act designed to capture Newport’s character as The City by the Sea. The performance takes place throughout Rosecliff’s halls, combining traditional […]
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Audrain Motor Week, Broad Arrow Auctions announce multi-year partnership
Audrain Concours Foundation and Audrain Motorsport announced a partnership Thursday with Broad Arrow Auctions, a Hagerty company, establishing the collector car auction house as the exclusive auction partner for the Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week and presenting sponsor of the Audrain Motorsport Veteran Car Tour through 2028. The agreement marks Broad Arrow Auctions’ only […]
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Choir School of Newport County to present candlelight Concert of Remembrance
The Choir School of Newport County will present a candlelight Concert of Remembrance on Saturday, Nov. 15, at 4 p.m. at St. George’s School Chapel in Middletown. The free event will feature the Choir School of Newport County, St. George’s School Advanced Vocal Ensemble and members of Trinity Church Choir, Newport, along with orchestra and […]
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Holiday Bright Night returns to Tiverton Four Corners
Tiverton Four Corners will transform into a festive winter wonderland Dec. 5 as the historic village hosts its annual Holiday Bright Night from 4 to 7 p.m. The evening of holiday shopping will feature brightly lit streets lined with luminaries as visitors explore more than 30 galleries and shops offering special deals and holiday décor. […]
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Vermont town draws ‘Beetlejuice’ fans to iconic horror movie site
By AMANDA SWINHART and KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press EAST CORINTH, Vt. (AP) — For nearly 40 years, a tiny town in Vermont has attracted hordes of “Beetlejuice” fans eager to visit where the whimsical horror movie’s most famous scenes were filmed. With a population hovering just around 1,500, “Beetlejuice” mania has helped put East Corinth […]
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New York Times bestselling author Colin Woodard to discuss regional divisions at Salve Regina
New York Times bestselling author Colin Woodard will visit Salve Regina University on Wednesday, Nov. 5, as part of a national book tour promoting his latest work, “Nations Apart: How Clashing Regional Cultures Shattered America.” The free event begins at 5:30 p.m. at the university. Registration is available online. Woodard serves as project director of Nationhood Lab, […]
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What’s happening this weekend in Newport: Oct. 31 – Nov. 2
Discover all that’s happening for live music, entertainment, and events this weekend in and around Newport. Organizing an event? Add it to What’sUpNewp’s event calendar. Friday, Oct. 31 Things To Do 2 p.m.: Film Series – Halloween Favorites at Newport Public Library 3 p.m.: Trick or Treat at The Hut at Aquidneck Park 6 p.m.: […]
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Newport Illuminated Boat Parade to light up harbor Nov. 28
The 26th annual Newport Illuminated Boat Parade will light up Newport Harbor on Friday, Nov. 28, at 6 p.m., continuing a holiday tradition that began more than two decades ago. The parade, founded by then-Harbormaster Jake Farrell, has found a permanent home at Newport Yacht Club, which is hosting the event for the community. “Since […]
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Salve Regina to stage immersive musical at Ochre Court
Salve Regina University will present an immersive production of the contemporary musical “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812” Nov. 5-9 at Ochre Court, the Gilded Age mansion at the heart of the university’s campus. The show, which originally starred Josh Groban on Broadway, is based loosely on 70 pages of Leo Tolstoy’s “War […]
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Bobby Cowsill to perform at historic Belmont Chapel
Bobby Cowsill, a founding member of the iconic 1960s pop group the Cowsills, will perform at Belmont Chapel at Island Cemetery for two intimate evenings in December. The performances are scheduled for 6 p.m. Dec. 4 and 5 at the chapel, located at 30 Warner Street in Newport. The Cowsills, who served as the real-life […]
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Three ski films coming to JPT Film & Event Center
Winter sports enthusiasts won’t have to wait for the first snowfall to get their fix this year. The JPT Film & Event Center will screen three ski-centric films over the next two weeks, bringing the slopes to Washington Square with a mix of extreme sports documentaries and classic cinema. The series features annual releases from […]
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What’s happening this weekend in Newport: Oct. 24-26
Discover all that’s happening for live music, entertainment, and events this weekend in and around Newport. Organizing an event? Add it to What’sUpNewp’s event calendar. Friday, Oct. 24 Things To Do 12:30 p.m.: Miantonomi Park Reforestation at Miantonomi Memorial Park 5 p.m.: Grimm’s Fairy Trails at Paradise Valley Park 5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.: Halloween […]
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Woman-led organizations prepare Rhode Island for historic 2026
When Discover Newport extends an invitation, I rearrange my schedule to attend. Newport’s equivalent of a local tourism board (which was recently awarded several “Best of’ Awards)’s monthly, off-peak Marketing Meeting is a gathering I never miss. When the topic is both steeped in Rhode Island’s history and outlining and educating us on our state’s […]
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‘Six: The Musical’ reigns supreme at PPAC
“Six: The Musical” starts out strong and never lets up. The show – more a high-energy pop concert than a typical Broadway musical – focuses on the six wives of England’s notorious 16th century ruler, Henry VIII. It’s the latest Broadway offering at the Providence Performing Arts Center. “Six” opens with the curtains parting and […]
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Sakonnet Vineyard to host 5th annual Trunk-or-Treat at ‘Hallowine Day’ celebration
Sakonnet Vineyard will host its fifth annual Trunk-or-Treat event in partnership with the Little Compton Fire and Police departments during the vineyard’s “Hallowine Day” celebration Saturday, Oct. 25. The family-friendly event runs from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the vineyard, located at 162 West Main Road. The Trunk-or-Treat portion takes place from 5:30 to […]
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Teton Gravity Research brings ‘Pressure Drop’ ski film to Newport
Ski and snowboard enthusiasts will have a chance to experience Teton Gravity Research’s latest film when “Pressure Drop” screens at the Jane Pickens Theater on Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 7:30 p.m. The screening marks the 30th anniversary of Teton Gravity Research, which was founded in 1995 by Steve Jones, Todd Jones and Dirk Collins using […]
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Aquidneck Island Land Trust launches 11th annual student art and writing contest
The Aquidneck Island Land Trust is accepting entries for its 11th annual Art & Writing Contest, inviting students to capture their favorite island landscapes through creative expression. The contest, sponsored by Sixteen On Center, challenges students to reflect on their favorite Aquidneck Island vista and its relationship with the changing environment. Students can submit artwork, […]
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Alan Doyle to perform at JPT Film & Event Center in April
Spectacle Live will present Alan Doyle with special guests Bandits on the Run on Friday, April 25, at 8 p.m. at The JPT Film & Event Center. Doyle, a 14-time JUNO Award nominee and former member of acclaimed folk-pop group Great Big Sea, is touring in support of his fourth full-length solo studio album and […]
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Ringling Bros. circus returns to Providence in May 2026
The circus is coming back to town. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey announced Tuesday that “The Greatest Show On Earth” will return to Providence for six performances at Amica Mutual Pavilion from May 29-31, 2026. Tickets are now on sale for the reimagined production, which promises a high-energy, music-driven experience featuring 65 world-class performers […]
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Counties with the most pre-war homes in Rhode Island
Pre-war homes—those built before 1939—are architectural gems. They are sturdy, charming, and often what people are referring to when they look at the prevalent colorless, linear designs of today and lament “they just don’t make them like they used to.” In some ways, that’s a good thing. Pre-war homes often contained materials we know to […]
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Rail Explorers celebrates one-millionth rider with lesson in aging well
On Friday, October 17, a simple, joy-filled celebration took place in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, as Rail Explorers marked its one-millionth ride. This achievement represents more than a milestone–it reflects how we can still find wonder in new experiences, the beauty of nature, and the shared happiness that comes from doing something together in the open […]
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New PBS docuseries ‘Ocean State’ explores Rhode Island’s marine wonders
Rhode Island’s coastal waters are getting the nature documentary treatment they deserve. Ocean State Media and The Nature Conservancy announced Friday that filming has begun on “Ocean State,” a four-part PBS docuseries showcasing the remarkable marine ecosystems off Rhode Island’s coast, with special attention to the biodiversity hotspot surrounding Block Island. The series, produced by […]