Things To Do

Sail into the most wonderful time of the year at the 18th Annual Newport Harbor Illuminated Boat Parade on Friday, November 27, 2015 at 6:15 p.m. Spectators can view this highly anticipated dazzling display of nautical holiday spirit along Newport Harbor’s waterfront from the Newport Yacht Club (open to the public for the event), Perrotti […]

With the arrival of November and the soon-to-arrive snow and very short days (and snow!), we’re already looking forward to spring, summer, music, wine, polo, next fall and all the great events, activities and things that keep us outside and busy in The City By The Sea. The What’sUpNewp Crew has curated a list (with […]

Photo by Marial Maher/Visual Manor at 1/2 Shell Hey’o, can you believe it’s November? This weather is downright absolutely outstanding! There’s plenty of great things to do this weekend (believe us it was tough to narrow it down to these 10), here’s how to make the most out of the first weekend of November…. Recommended […]

The first week of November is here and there’s no sign of the fun activities, events and things to do slowing down! Here’s the best of what’s up this week in and around Newport, RI…. Listings: Where to Find Live Music & Entertainment This Week in Newport, RI 1 – Mermaid Masterpieces Sunset Dune November […]

Photo: Romeo & Juliet via wikimedia The Jamestown Arts Center, located at 18 Valley Street in Jamestown, has announced the continuation of their partnership with the Brown/Trinity Rep MFA Programs with a fourth annual presentation of two Shakespeare plays. This season the Brown/Trinity Rep MFA Programs presents The Tempest, directed by Kyle Vincent Terry and Romeo & […]

Happy Halloween Weekend! There’s plenty of great reasons to get out in Newport (with or without a costume) this weekend, here’s what’s happening for events, activities and things to do! Still don’t have plans for Halloween? Scroll down for some great ideas or check out our Halloween Party Guide! Here’s where to find live music […]

Photo by Marial Maher/Visual Manor It’s official, now that Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival and International Oktoberfest is behind us we’re all feeling that fall is now officially here! Discover the best activities, events and things to do in and around Newport this weekend. Click Here For -> Where To Go For Live Music & Entertainment […]

As the end of October approaches in Newport a spooky wind sweeps in and strange things begin to go bump in the night. Here’s all that’s happening in Newport in October that is spooky, frightful, terror-filled and spooktacular… 1 – Olde Town Ghost Walk Tours depart nightly at 8 p.m. Ghost Tours of Newport will take […]

Christmas at the Newport Mansions is just one month away, and preparations are well underway to dress The Breakers (1895), The Elms (1901) and Marble House (1892) in their holiday finery.  Beginning November 21, 2015 and running through January 3, 2016, guests are invited to join The Preservation Society of Newport County to create holiday […]

The Easter Rising of 1916 Centennial Remembrance Committee of Rhode Island will hold a multi-media historical presentation on Sunday, October 18 at 3:00 p.m. at the Ancient Order of Hibernian Hall, 2 Wellington Avenue, Newport.  The event is free and open to the public. The Easter Rising, also known as the Easter Rebellion, was an […]

Today is “No Bra Day”, a day created to reportedly raise awareness for breast cancer. Not wearing a bra will not save lives from breast cancer or support men and women fighting it today. Increased access to screenings and funding research to find better ways to detect, treat and prevent breast cancer will. If you don’t want […]

(photo credit Onne van der Wal) This weekend (October 17-18), attendees at the 25th Annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival in Newport will enjoy an opportunity to board the 200-foot Tall Ship SSV Oliver Hazard Perry, the Ocean State’s Official Sailing Education Vessel and the first ocean-going full-rigged ship built in America in over a century. […]

It’s no wonder why people from around the world flock to New England during our resplendent autumn months. Festivals abound, the harvest is bountiful and Mother Nature is at her finest. Newport and its surrounding eight coastal communities welcome visitors from near and far to experience the spoils of the season: Oct. 10-31: Trinity Church […]

From a pig roast to Newport Seafood Festival, here are the top events that you shouldn’t miss in and around Newport this October! 1 – Goose Island Beer Dinner at Midtown Oyster Bar, October 7th Midtown Oyster Bar will host their 3rd Annual Pig Roast and Beer Dinner on Wednesday, October 7th at 6:30 p.m. […]

Hey’o, the first weekend of fall is here and WOW does the forecast for events and weather look mighty beautiful! Here’s a look ta 15 great things happening this weekend in The Beautiful City By The Sea, as well as a few extra ongoing events that will keep you smiling and busy, enjoy! Pssst…. don’t […]

According to IMDB, there are more than 100 films, documentaries and tv shows that credit Newport, Rhode Island as a filming location. The What’sUpNewp Crew recently curated what we thought were the 16 Most Popular Movies Filmed in Newport, RI. Newport Film & Celebrity Tour is now giving you the opportunity to view over fifty clips […]

The Preservation Society of Newport County announces its fall lecture series, “Matters of Taste.”   Advance reservations are required.  Reservations can be made HERE or by calling (401) 847-1851. Wednesday, September 30, 2015   6:00 p.m.  Rosecliff, 548 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI Living Artfully: At Home with Marjorie Merriweather Post Estella M. Chung, Head of Oral History, Curator […]

Newport Boat Show weekend is here and we’re going to be honest with you, there’s so much happening and to do this weekend that you’re going to forget that it’s September. What’sUpNewp has the ultimate guide to keep you busy, entertained and smiling this weekend. 1 – Newport International Boat Show | Friday – Sunday Set for […]

Escobar’s Farm Corn Maze will celebrate Harry Potter Day on Saturday, September 19 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Rain date scheduled for Sunday, September 20. Activities will be set up both inside and outside of the corn maze to celebrate Harry Potter Day at the Portsmouth, RI farm, show up dressed as a character and receive $1.00 off […]

Some twenty years after his debut at the 1995 Inaugural Extreme Games Newport, X Games gold medalist Kevin Robinson (K-Rob) will travel full circle, appearing at the 2nd Annual New England Festival of Hope on Sunday, September 20th from 5pm to 7pm at Easton’s Beach. It seems only fitting that on the 20th anniversary of […]

Autumn doesn’t arrive until September 23rd and there’s still plenty to keep you busy, smiling and entertained in the City By The Sea! Here’s what’s happening, new and to do this week in Newport! Recommended Related Story: Live Music & Entertainment Listings For This Week Things To Do In Newport, RI Monday, September 14th – […]

The Newport City Council approved two special event licenses on Wednesday, September 9th that will give two different applicants the permission to host a fireworks display in Newport, RI this fall. While both events are private, both firework displays should be able to be seen by the general public. On Thursday, September 24th; Advanced Power Services will […]

As part of its continuing celebration of its 70th anniversary,  The Preservation Society of Newport County invites all Town of Portsmouth, RI residents and their families to enjoy free admission to Green Animals Topiary Garden on Saturday, September 19, 2015. Any resident family member is welcome to visit Green Animals on September 19 just by […]

The first weekend of what some call “Fall” is here and we’re going to be honest with you, there’s so much happening and to do this weekend that you’re going to forget that we just celebrated Labor Day. What’sUpNewp has the ultimate guide to keep you busy, entertained and smiling this weekend. 1 – Remembering 9/11 Attacks […]

September 11, 2015 will mark 14 years since the September 11, 2001 attacks on the New York City, Washington D.C. and the United States. There are a few ceremonies planned to remember those lost and to commemorate the anniversary. Naval War College The Naval War College (NWC) will hold a remembrance ceremony at noon, Sept. 11, […]

Retired Red Sox World Champion player Trot Nixon will speak at the 2nd Annual New England Festival of Hope on Sunday, September 20th from 5pm to 7pm at Easton’s Beach. Trot was a member of the 2004 Red Sox team that won the first World Series in 86 years. A Red Sox fixture in the […]

Jamestown Arts Center will host the first East Coast showing of ‘Sense The Wind’ with cast and crew from the film on Saturday, September 12th Sense the Wind is a journey into the sport of blind sailing and into the lives of four of its competitors. On board cameras and audio capture the high stakes tension. Camera angles at […]

Fortress Of Nightmares, Newport’s premier haunted attraction, will return to Fort Adams State Park on October 16th, 17th, 18th, 23th and 25th. The event is scheduled to take place nightly from 6pm-10pm. The 2015 event will feature Tunnels Of Terror, Haunted Officers Quarters, Fort Adams Zombie Hunter Challenge (Laser Tag), Beer Graveyard & Frightful Food Trucks, […]

Although pumpkin beer, football and hoodie weather will all be here before you know it, Summer doesn’t end until Autumn begins on September 23 at 4:21 A.M. Here’s 15 things to do before we say goodbye to summer and hello to fall! 1 – newportFILM Outdoor Series | September 10 Catch newportfilm’s last free outdoor […]

Now that we’re on the otherside of Labor Day, the Summer Of 2015 is  unofficially over. Truth be told, Autumn doesn’t arrive until September 23rd and there’s still plenty to keep you busy, smiling and entertained in the City By The Sea! Don’t put those summer shades or your fun pants away just so soon, […]

Happy Labor Day! Here’s how to make the most out of the last day of this long holiday weekend… 1 – Closing Day For lululemon | lululemon athletica Newport Pop-up Shop will close up their pop-up shop on William Street on Monday. They will have treats and fun for those who visit all weekend. MORE INFO 2 […]

The Newport Art Museum is now accepting applications for its new “Gallery Guides” program. Gallery Guides will be dedicated volunteers who provide tours for visitors of all ages. The guides will be trained to use questions, conversation and factual content to engage visitors in positive, meaningful and relevant exploration of the Museum’s exhibitions, collection and architecture. Accepted candidates will go […]

Featured Photo by Marial Maher/Visual Manor Hello Labor Day weekend, it is us Newp! The long weekend ahead is looking stellar. What’sUpNewp has the  ultimate guide to keep you busy, entertained and smiling this Labor Day weekend. If you’re on your way to Newport, make those moves and hit the pedal faster. If you’re already in […]

Fall doesn’t officially arrive until September 23rd, and there’s still plenty of great things to do this SUMMER and in September in the The City By The Sea. Here’s a look at 10 events that we think you shouldn’t miss; 1 – newportFILM Outdoor Screenings | September 3 & 10 After an amazing, busy and […]