Wondering what to do on New Year’s Eve in Newport, RI? The What’sUpNewp has got you covered with 20 great places to go and/or things to do, enjoy and Happy New Year! Looking for what’s happening to ring in 2018? Head here –What’s up for 2017-2018 New Year’s Eve in Newport 1 – New Year’s […]
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VIDEO: Ice Skating on Lily Pond in Newport
Is there anything more nostalgic and fun then heading to Lily Pond for some good ol’ fashioned ice skating? It would be tough to find. This great Vimeo video that was shot in January 2015 was uploaded by the incredible photographer (and videographer!), Onne van der Wal. Onne shared it on Facebook with the following […]
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Three Newport Businesses Team Up To Open Shunya Studio in Portsmouth
Portsmouth, RI will soon welcome a new place for yoga, pilates, skin care, shopping and more! Shunya Studio will open its doors at Clock Tower Square to the yoga community at their grand opening on Saturday, January 30th (Facebook Event) The blessing of the new space is free, open to the public and will include […]
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Newport Skating Center Will Reopen Tonight
After heavy rain and warmer temperatures early last week, the Newport Skating Center had to close for several days to repair their ice. The Newport Skating Center has announced they will be open tonight, December 28th, from 5:30pm to 9pm. During Newport School Vacation (December 19th – January 2nd) the Newport Skating Center is open Monday […]
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5 Reasons To Take The 2016 Polar Bear Plunge at Easton’s Beach
(Photo by Larry Hart Bettencourt) Before you know it New Year’s Day will be here and area “polar bears” will be making their annual plunge into the frigid waters off Easton’s Beach. While taking a dip in near-freezing water might not necessarily benefit your health, this is certainly a party with a purpose and worth doing. […]
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16 Biggest Newport Events To Look Forward To In 2016
There’s still a few days left in 2015 but we’re already looking ahead to 2016 and marking our calendars down with the biggest events that we have to make sure we get to. Here are What’sUpNewp’s 16 events not to miss in 2016. Start marking those calendars. 1 – 28th Annual Newport Winter Festival – February 12 – 21, 2016: […]
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Your Guide to the Best of What’s Happening, New & To Do in Newport This Week (Dec. 27 – Jan. 2)
(Featured photo of Polar Bear Plunge by Larry Hart Bettencourt) Discover the best events, live music, entertainment, activities and things to do in and around Newport this week, December 27th through January 2nd. This week we salute Thames Street Kitchen, Atlantic Beach Club, Erika Zap Collection and Down Under Jewelry as they close up for good […]
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10 Best Things To Do This Winter In Newport
(Photo of Newport Polo at Easton’s Beach during Newport Winterfest by: Chip Leakas) Discover the best events, activities and things to do during Winter 2015/2015 in and around Newport, RI. Winter arrived just before Christmas (December 21st) to record warm conditions in Newport and across most of New England. Eventually it will get cold, we […]
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New Year’s Eve in Newport: Ring in 2016 in Style
New Year’s Eve is almost here and the What’sUpNewp crew is keeping you in the know of the very best events and parties happening in Newport where you can ring in 2016 in style! NOTE: More events may be added as venues decide/announce what they are doing on 12/31. Looking for what’s happening to ring […]
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Best Things To Do This Christmas Weekend In Newport
Happy Christmas weekend to you! Here’s what’s happening happening for events, entertainment, activities and things to do in and around Newport this weekend! Friday, December 25th Bars & Restaurants That Are Open Benjamin’s Raw Bar – Closed during the day. Opening at night.Busker’s – Open at 5pm. Live music with Tim Taylor & Friends from 10pm – […]
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Island Moving Company and Mother Goose Return to Rosecliff in February
Island Moving Co., Newport’s contemporary ballet company, restages its popular ballet for the very young, Mother Goose, at four matinees on February 26, 27 & 28th at Rosecliff. Rosecliff is at 548 Bellevue Avenue in Newport, RI. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for children and are available at www.newportmansions.org. Perfect for the younger set, Island Moving Co.’s Mother […]
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Newport This Week: Best Events, Activities and Things To Do (Dec. 21 – 26)
Discover The Best Things To Do In Newport, RI This Week Christmas week is here, can you believe it? Seems like just yesterday that we were all making the most of the sunshine sessions out on the water and down on the beach. Whatever holiday you celebrate and in whatever way you celebrate it, the […]
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Best Things To Do This Weekend In Newport (Dec. 18 – 20)
Here’s the best of what’s happening in and around Newport, RI this weekend! 1 – Live Improv Comedy (Dec. 18 & Dec. 19) RI’s most award winning comedy troupe hits the stage with fast paced, high energy improvisation on Friday night at 8pm and Saturday night at 8pm and 10pm. The shows are a lot […]
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Two New Events Will Make a Splash on the Newport Waterfront in 2016
Bowen’s Wharf has added two new events for 2016 that build on past successes and local enthusiasm for more activity on the waterfront. The two new events that Bowen’s Wharf will host in 2016 are the Wooden Boat Show and the Oyster Festival, What’sUpNewp was the first to bring you the news that this was coming to […]
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WADK Will Host 29th Annual Christmas Concert Tonight at Newport Marriott
(Photo: Larry Brown Swinglane Orchestra) 1540 AM WADK Newport will host their 29th Annual WADK 1540 Christmas Concert at 7:00pm on Wednesday, December 16th at the Newport Marriott on America’s Cup Avenue. The free concert is open to all ages and will feature live music from the Middletown High School Chorus and Larry Brown’s Swinglane […]
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Preservation Society Extends Free Admission for Newport Residents Through 2016
Preservation Society of Newport County CEO & Executive Director Trudy Coxe has announced that residents of the City of Newport will continue to receive free admission to the Newport Mansions for calendar year 2016, extending an offer that began last June in celebration of the Preservation Society’s 70th anniversary. “This is our Christmas gift to our […]
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Best Things To Do in Newport This Week (Dec. 14 – 17)
(Photo of Claiborne Pell Bridge) Discover the best things to do in and around Newport this week! 1 – Christmas at Newport Mansions (Dec. 14 – 17) The glitter of gold and the sparkle of silver will dazzle you as you tour three magnificent mansions decked out in Yuletide finery. Music, tours, and spectacular decorations […]
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Newport Skating Center Will Once Again Feature Nightly Specials
Newport Waterfront Events hosted the Grand Re-Opening of the Newport Skating Center Presented by ALEX AND ANI and 34TH Annual Tree Lighting on Friday, December 11th at the Newport Yachting Center. Nightly specials at the rink return this year and include: Free Skate Nights on Mondays courtesy of ALEX AND ANI and Wednesdays thanks to Cox Communications (not offered during the holidays or […]
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Things To Do In Newport Today: Sunday, December 13
Discover the best events, activities and things to do in and around Newport, RI today! Don’t miss some great live music, karaoke, trivia and comedy this weekend – Newport Nightlife Listings: Live Music, Karaoke, Trivia and Comedy (Dec. 11 – 13) 1 – Screening of ‘Elf’ (Dec. 13) On December 13th at 1pm, the Memorial Funeral […]
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Things To Do In Newport Today: Saturday, December 12
(Photo of Bowen’s Wharf via Bowen’s Wharf) Discover the best events, activities and things to do in and around Newport, RI today! Don’t miss some great live music, karaoke, trivia and comedy this weekend – Newport Nightlife Listings: Live Music, Karaoke, Trivia and Comedy (Dec. 11 – 13) Saturday, December 12th 1 – Visit the Newport […]
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Instagramers Newport Will Host INSTAMEET at Hotel Viking on Sunday
Newport Instagrammers are invited to join IGERS NEWPORT, the official Instagram of Newport, at Hotel Viking on Sunday, December 13th from 1pm – 4pm for an INSTAMEET. You can follow the official Instagram of Newport, which is managed by @1eyeOpn, by following @IgersNewport on Twitter and Instagram. The event is free, open to the public […]
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10 Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (Dec. 11 – Dec. 13)
The weekend many of us have been waiting for is finally here, the Newport Skating Center finally re-opens on Friday night! It’s going to be a great weekend to head downtown, do some local shopping, ice skating and enjoying the sights and sounds of The City By The Sea during this festive season! Don’t miss […]
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Bring the Kids to Cru Cafe for Holiday Cookie Decorating on December 13th
Cru Cafe will be hosting Holiday Cookie Decorating for kids under 12 on Sunday, December 13th from 2pm – 5pm. Cru Cafe’s baker is baking up shortbreads and gingerbreads in holiday shapes for kids to head in and decorate and eat! Cru Cafe will be providing free coffee for the parents and free hot chocolate for […]
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Newport Skating Center Set to Re-Open on Friday
Newport Waterfront Events invites one and all to come enjoy a festive celebration with a sprinkle of holiday magic at the Grand Re-Opening of the Newport Skating Center Presented by ALEX AND ANI and 34TH Annual Tree Lighting, to take place on Friday, December 11th at 5:00 p.m. at the Newport Yachting Center. The illumination of […]
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Best Things To Do This Week in Newport (Dec. 7 – Dec. 10)
Discover the best things to do in and around Newport, RI this week… 1 – Newport Mansions Holiday Tour (Dec. 9) Celebrate Christmas in Newport! The glitter of gold and the sparkle of silver will dazzle you as you tour three magnificent mansions decked out in Yuletide finery. Music, tours, and spectacular decorations highlight the […]