Things To Do

Newport, RI – Discover all that’s happening, new and to do this weekend in and around Newport. Friday, December 22nd 2 pm, 4:45 pm & 7:30 pm – Darkest Hour at Jane Pickens Theater 5 pm to 11 pm – Newport Skating Center Open 6 pm – Winter Break Kick Off Party at Newport Skating Center 8 pm – […]

Newport, RI – Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this week. Sunday, December 17th 8 am – A Day of Grace at SpaFjor at Hotel Viking 10 am – St Petersburg Men’s Ensemble at Emmanuel Church 11 am – Dashing Through The Snow at Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Restaurant 11 am – Nutcracker Tea at Hotel Viking […]

Our Newport Live Music and Entertainment Guide is Newport County’s premier and most comprehensive source for live music and entertainment in our area. Here’s a look at all the live music and entertainment that’s worth seeing, hearing, doing, or knowing about in Newport County this weekend. Friday, December 15th Buskers: John Brazile at 9 pmCeltica: […]

Newport, RI – Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this weekend. You Might Also Like – Newport live music and entertainment guide: December 15 – 17 Friday, December 15th 10 am – 4 pm – FACULTY & STUDENT HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFTS SALE at Newport Art Museum 10:30 am – Holiday Sing-a-long at St. […]

AM 1540 WADK Newport will host their 31st Annual Christmas Concert on Wednesday, December 13th at the Newport Marriott on America’s Cup Avenue. The WADK Christmas Concert, which is scheduled to begin at 7 pm, will feature live music from the Jamestown Community Chorus and Larry Brown’s Swinglane Orchestra. While the event is free and […]

Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this week. Sunday, December 10th 2017 Newport Holiday Stroll 9 am – Brunch With Santa at Hotel Viking 10 am to 12 pm – Motors & Mimosas at Audrain Automobile Museum 11 am to 4 pm – NEWPORT ART HOUSE, BAFL (BRUNCH, ART, & FLEA MARKET) at Parlor […]

Our Newport Live Music and Entertainment Guide is Newport County’s premier and most comprehensive source for live music and entertainment in our area. Here’s a look at all the live music and entertainment that’s worth seeing, hearing, doing, or knowing about in Newport County this week. Sunday, December 10th Atlantic Resort (Middletown): The Mac Chrupcala Jazz Trio […]

Newport, RI – Discover all that’s happening , new and to do in and around Newport County this weekend. Friday, December 8th 2017 Newport Holiday Stroll 8 am – City of Newport Trust & Investment Commission 2:30 pm, 4:45 pm & 7:30 pm – Lady Bird at Jane Pickens Theater 4 pm – Holiday Lantern Tour at Brick Market: […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do this week in and around Newport. Sunday, December 3rd 2017 Newport Holiday Stroll 11 am – Dashing Through The Snow at Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Restaurant 11 am to 4 pm – Broadway Holiday Walk-About 1 pm – Exhibition On Screen: Canaletto & The Art Of Venice at Jane Pickens Theater 1 […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this weekend. You Might Also Like: Six Picks: The Best in Local Music This Week (November 30-December 6) Newport live music and entertainment guide: Dec. 1 – 3 Friday, December 1st 2017 Newport Holiday Stroll 2 pm – Holiday pop-up store at The Edward King […]

Christmas trees, boats and lighthouses across the City-By-The-Sea are about to light up and fill the Newport air with holiday cheer. Here are several scheduled holiday lighting celebrations to put on your calendar; Friday, November 24th from 4 pm to 8 pm  More than a dozen boats will be parading through Newport Harbor on Friday, November 24th […]

Christmas In Newport, a city-wide celebration fostering the historic traditions of the holiday season, will kick off their 46th season on Friday, December 1st. With a volunteer base numbering 1500, the non-profit organization, Christmas in Newport, raises thousands of dollars for charity each year. In keeping with the true spirit of the season, any event […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport County this weekend. Friday, November 24th 12 pm – Free Essential Oils Workshop at Thames Street Yoga 2 pm, 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm – Three Billboards at Jane Pickens Theater 4 pm – Holiday Lantern Tour at Brick Market Museum & Shop 4 pm to 6 pm – The […]

Here’s a look at where to find live music, comedy, entertainment, karaoke, trivia, and movies this week in and around Newport. Monday, November 20 2:15 pm & 4:30 pm – Loving Vincent at Jane Pickens Theater6 pm to 9 pm – Julio Amaro at Perro Salado7 pm to 10 pm – The Groove Merchants at Fifth Element7:30 pm – Walk […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI. Monday, November 20th 10 am – Intermediate Water Colors at Portsmouth Arts Guild 2:15 pm & 4:30 pm – Loving Vincent at Jane Pickens Theater 4 pm to 6 pm – Handmade Holidays: Festive Holiday Stamps at Jamestown Arts Center 6 pm to 8 […]

Our Newport Live Music and Entertainment Guide is Newport County’s premier and most comprehensive source for live music and entertainment in our area. Here’s a look at all the live music and entertainment that’s worth seeing, hearing, doing, or knowing about in Newport County this weekend. Friday, November 17th Buskers: John Brazile at 9 pmCeltica: Karaoke at […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this weekend. Friday, November 17th 1 pm to 2 pm – What’sUpNewp Radio Edition on AM 1540 WADK 1 pm – Newport County Resiliency Roundtable at CCRI Newport 2:15 pm, 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm – Vincent at Jane Pickens Theater 5 pm to 8 pm – Fireside Live Music […]

Newport Folk Festival announced on their Facebook Page on Thursday, November 16th that tickets for their 2018 festival will go on sale at 10 am on Wednesday, November 29th. Historically, the majority of tickets will sell out within minutes. Yes, before a single artist is announced. Tickets for the 2017 Newport Folk Festival went on […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this week. Monday, November 13th 1 pm to 2 pm – What’sUpNewp Radio Edition on AM 1540 WADK 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm – Goodbye Christopher Robin at Jane Pickens  Theater 6 pm – Seamen’s Church Institute Annual Meeting and Member/Volunteer Party at Seamen’s […]

Here’s a look at where to find live music, comedy, entertainment, karaoke, trivia, and movies this week in and around Newport. Monday, November 13 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm – Goodbye Christopher Robin at Jane Pickens  Theater6 pm to 9 pm – Julio Amaro at Perro Salado7 pm to 10 pm – The Groove Merchants at Fifth Element9 pm […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport County this weekend. Friday, November 10th All Day – 2017 Fall Newport Restaurant Week  11 am – Island Moving Company invites public to open rehearsal for ‘Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff’ 12 pm – Free Essential Oils Workshop at Thames Street Yoga 3:30 pm & 8:15 […]

Discover where to find live music, karaoke, comedy, dancing, and entertainment this weekend in and around Newport! *Unless otherwise noted, the venue is located in Newport. Friday, November 10th Casino Theater: Extensions Dance Company Concert at 8 pmCeltica: Karaoke at 10 pmClarke Cooke House: DJ & Dancing in the Boom Boom Room at 10 pmFirehouse Theater: The Bit Players at 8 pmGulf Stream […]

The Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff is in its 16th season, with a cast of Island Moving Company dancers, guest artists and children from studios throughout Rhode Island.  Performances at Rosecliff, 548 Bellevue Avenue in Newport, begin on Friday, November 24th and conclude, after 14 shows, on Friday, December 1st.  Tickets range from $100 to $55 and are available, in limited quantities, at […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this week. Monday, November 6th All Day – 2017 Fall Newport Restaurant Week  4:30 pm & 7:30 pm – Victoria & Abdul at Jane Pickens Theater Tuesday, November 7th All Day – 2017 Fall Newport Restaurant Week  4 pm – Veterinary Wellness Clinic at […]

Here’s a look at where to find live music, comedy, entertainment, karaoke, trivia, and movies this week in and around Newport. Monday, November 6 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm – Victoria & Abdul at Jane Pickens Theater6 pm to 9 pm – Julio Amaro at Perro Salado7 pm to 10 pm – The Groove Merchants at Fifth Element9 pm – […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this weekend. Friday, November 3rd 2017 fall Newport Restaurant Week begins 1 pm to 3 pm – Pantene Beautiful Lengths – Newport at Natural Creations 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm – Victoria & Abdul at Jane Pickens Theater 6 pm to 8 pm – Cornucopia Art […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do this week in and around Newport. Monday, October 30th 12 pm to 6 pm – Pumpkin Patch open at Trinity Church 4:30 pm – Victoria & Abdul at Jane Pickens Theater 5 pm – A Conversation with Newport County’s Women’s Legislators at Newport Public Library 6 pm – Halloween Bike Ride! with […]

Newport Art Museum continues its commitment to showcasing art in all media when it will host the Providence Children’s Film Festival for a Free Family-Friendly Community Jury Night on Friday, November 3 from 6:30-8:30 pm. This event joins the ranks of the many events and educational programs the Museum currently offers in its galleries at 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. Film are suitable […]

Student vocalists from both Salve Regina and Bryant universities will team up to make music together when they present “Voices in Harmony” for the 14th consecutive year at Ochre Court on Saturday, November 11th at 8 pm. The concert, free and open to the public, will include selections from classical and contemporary music. Featured performers […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island this weekend. Friday, October 27th 4 pm – Gastro’s 401 Food Truck Night! Take 2 at Ragged Island Brewing 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm – Victoria & Abdul at Jane Pickens Theater 5:30 pm – Halloween at the Redwood 7 pm – Newport Music […]

Newport Art Museum’s Art After Dark, which recently received the 2017 Editor’s Pick Award for Best Artsy Social Event by Rhode Island Monthly Magazine, is back on Thursday, November 9 from 5 – 9 pm. Each Art After Dark has unique programming for the whole family. This event joins the ranks of the many events and educational programs the Museum currently offers in its galleries at 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. […]

Discover what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this weekend. You Might Also Like – Listings: Live music, comedy, karaoke and entertainment (Oct. 20 – 22) Friday, October 20th 11 am – God’s Little Acre tour with Keith Stokes at Common Burying Ground 12 pm to 6 pm – Pumpkin Patch open at Trinity Church 2 pm, 4:30 […]

Discover where to find live music, karaoke, comedy, dancing and entertainment this weekend in and around Newport! YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE –30+ things to do in and around Newport this weekend: Oct. 20 – 22 *Unless otherwise noted, the venue is located in Newport. Friday, October 20th Buskers: Mike Warner & friends at 9 pmCeltica: Karaoke at 10 pmClarke Cooke […]

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 this is Halloween themed in Newport over Halloween weekend; You might also like –Spooky things to do in and around Newport this October (This story may be updated as more […]

Discover what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this weekend. You Might Also Like – Live music and entertainment listings: Oct. 13 – 15 Friday, October 13th 11 am – Beginning Watercolors at Portsmouth Arts Guild 12 pm – Free Essential Oils Workshop at Thames Street Yoga 12 pm to 6 pm – […]

Five films produced from a variety of Spanish-speaking countries will be screened as part of the second annual Festival de Cine, an Hispanic film festival hosted by Salve Regina University Oct. 15-29. All films are open to the public and will be presented in the DiStefano Lecture Hall, located in the Antone Academic Center on […]

For the first time, a unique traveling art exhibit will make its way to the east coast of the United States, showcasing recent ocean science discoveries that shed new light on our oceans. Sail Newport’s new facility hosts the “Artist at Sea” exhibit from the Schmidt Ocean Institute (SOI) highlighting the work of ten artists […]

Here’s a look at what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this week. Monday, October 9th 10 am to 5 pm – Bowen’s Wharf Columbus Day Sidewalk Sale on Bowen’s Wharf 12 pm – “Return to Camelot – a Remembrance of the Kennedy wedding” at St. Mary’s Church 12 pm – Columbus Day Parade steps off […]

As the season for costumes and candy creeps in, we Newporter’s are savoring the last bits of seaside sun, planning our favorite fall adventures, and picking out our favorite pumpkins for pumpkin carving contests. The What’sUpNewp Crew has harvested a list of the best pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and hayrides in Newport County. Now all you have to […]

Fortress of Nightmares returns to Fort Adams this month for its thirteenth season in a row with new adventures and attractions. Fortress of Nightmares is the largest and last of the season fundraiser for the year that benefits the Fort Adams Trust. The haunted attraction features: “Tunnels of Terror, Mayhem in Three-D and Paranormal 360.” “Tunnels […]

The Newport Art Museum will host an Artist Talk & Book Signing with exhibiting artist Christopher W. Benson on Sunday, October 8, 2017, at 3 pm. The talk will take place in the Museum’s Cushing Building, where Benson’s exhibition, “Pictures & Windows: The Paintings of Christopher W. Benson from 1975 to 2017,” is currently on view. A book of […]

Chuck Mosley has always been a sort of creative enigma. He was the original lead singer of experimental hard rock act Faith No More during the ‘80s where he brought a mix of rapping and punk rock grit during a time where no one was attempting to do so. After he left, he was the […]

The Newport Music Festival’s 2017-18 Chamber Music Series opens October 27 at the Newport Art Museum at 7 p.m. with a performance by the Euclid Quartet.  The four-concert series begins in anticipation of the Newport Music Festival’s 50th-anniversary summer festival (July 4-22, 2018). The Chamber Music Series will feature award-winning guest artists and Newport Music Festival’s internationally renowned resident artists. On March 24 the series presents […]

A look at where to find live music, comedy, movies, karaoke and more this week. Monday, October 2nd 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm – Battle Of The Sexes at Jane Pickens Theater6 pm to 9 pm – Julio Amaro at Perro Salado7 pm to 10 pm – The Groove Merchants at Fifth Element7:30 pm – Columbus at Jane Pickens Theater9 pm – Yacht […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this week. Monday, October 2nd 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm – Battle Of The Sexes at Jane Pickens Theater Tuesday, October 3rd 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm – Battle Of The Sexes at Jane Pickens Theater 6 pm – 4th Annual Meatball Challenge 2017 […]

So how is it that someone can go from earning a degree in psychology, to becoming the most famous ball of mucus on the planet? Well, that’s been comic TJ Miller’s journey, and it’s one that’s taking him to Newport’s Jane Pickens Theater on Sunday (October 8) as the headliner of this year’s Rogue Island […]

Discover what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this weekend. You Might Also Like – Live music and entertainment listings: Sept. 29 – Oct. 1 Friday, September 29th 4 pm – Annual Pumpkin Regatta at Newport Shipyard 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm – Battle Of The Sexes at Jane Pickens Theater 4:30 pm – WWI Baseball at Cardines Field […]

Discover where to find live music, karaoke, comedy, dancing and entertainment this weekend in and around Newport! YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE –20+ things to do this weekend: Sept. 29 – Oct. 1 *Unless otherwise noted, the venue is located in Newport. Friday, September 29 Bowen’s Wharf: Panoramic Steel Drum from 11 am to 2 pmBuskers: Shawn Reilly at 9 […]

Last year, the Newport Art Museum proudly hosted the Newport String Project’s Season Opening and Season Finale Concerts. The Museum is delighted to welcome them back again for their fifth season at the Season Opening Concert in the galleries of the historic N.A. Griswold House on Sunday, October 1, at2pm. Project directors and violinists, EmmaLee Holmes-Hicks and Ealain McMullin promise […]

The Alliance Française of Newport will present a Harp Concert of classical French music favorites featuring acclaimed area harpist, Arilyn Mitchell, on Thursday, October 12, 2017, at The Redwood Library.  The event begins at 6:00 p.m. The Concert is from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The event is open to the public and is free for […]

A look at where to find live music, comedy, movies, karaoke and more this week. Monday, September 25 5 pm – Menashe at Jane Pickens Theater6 pm to 9 pm – Julio Amaro at Perro Salado7 pm to 10 pm – The Groove Merchants at Fifth Element7:30 pm – Columbus at Jane Pickens Theater9 pm – Yacht Club Rejects at Midtown Oyster […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this first weekend of fall. You Might Also Like – Live music and entertainment listings: Sept. 22 – 24 Friday, September 22nd Island Moving Company’s Open For Dancing 2017 Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival 5 pm – Menashe at Jane Pickens Theater 7 pm […]

Discover where to find live music, karaoke, comedy, dancing and entertainment this weekend in and around Newport! YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE –25+ things to do this weekend: Sept. 22 – 24 *Unless otherwise noted, the venue is located in Newport. Friday, September 22 Buskers: Pat Cottrell at 9 pmCeltica: Karaoke at 10 pmClarke Cooke House: DJ & Dancing in the Boom […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI this week. Monday, September 18th 4:45 pm – Maudie at Jane Pickens Theater 6 pm – Alliance For A Livable Newport presents Town and Gown in Newport at O’Hare Academic Center 7:30 pm – Trip To Spain at Jane Pickens Theater Tuesday, September […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this weekend. Friday, September 15th 10 am to 6 pm – 47th Annual Newport International Boat Show at Newport Yachting Center 10 am to 6 pm – Hall of Fame ITA Grass Court Invitational at International Tennis Hall Of Fame 10 am to 8 pm – Newport […]

Discover where to find live music, karaoke, comedy, dancing and entertainment this weekend in and around Newport! YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE –30+ things to do this weekend: September 15 – 17 *Unless otherwise noted, the venue is located in Newport. Friday, September 15 Bowen’s Wharf: Panoramic View at 12 pm, Atwater Donnely at 4 pmBuskers: Mike Warner at 9 […]

Here’s what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this week. Monday, September 11th 11 am – Busking at Bowen’s Wharf 4:45 pm & 7:30 pm – Wind River at Jane Pickens Theater Tuesday, September 12th 4:45 pm & 7:30 pm – Wind River at Jane Pickens Theater Wednesday, September 13th 10 am […]

A look at where to find live music, comedy, movies, karaoke and more this week. Monday, September 11 11 am – Busking at Bowen’s Wharf4:30 pm – Brian Scott at The Landing4:45 pm & 7:30 pm – Wind River at Jane Pickens Theater6 pm to 9 pm – Julio Amaro at Perro Salado7 pm to 10 pm – The Groove Merchants […]

Discover where to find live music, karaoke, comedy, dancing and entertainment this weekend in and around Newport! YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE –20+ things to do this weekend (September 8 – 10) *Unless otherwise noted, the venue is located in Newport. Friday, September 8 Buskers: Grace Morrison at 9 pmCeltica: Karaoke at 10 pmClarke Cooke House: DJ & Dancing in the Boom […]

The Busking @ Bowen’s Fall Series will return for its third year at Bowen’s Wharf to welcome visitors and entertain local residents during the autumn season.   In one of the highest foot-traffic areas in Newport, this “busking” or street performance concept is a time-tested cultural tradition in which performing artists bare their souls and connect […]

Discover all that’s happening, new and to do during this first week of (unofficial) fall in Newport. You Might Also Like – Live music and entertainment listings (September 5 – 8) Tuesday, September 5th 4:45 pm & 7:30 pm – Wind River at Jane Pickens Theater Wednesday, September 6th 2 pm to 6 pm – Newport Aquidneck […]

Newport’s Island Moving Co. presents Open for Dancing 2017, September 20-24, 2017. The company’s biennial festival of Newport’s historic landscapes through site-specific dance features three choreographers working in diverse landscapes with companies of dancers made up of the Island Moving Company dancers plus members of the community. The celebration brings together musicians, choreographers, professional dancers, artists and […]

Spending some time in Newport during Labor Day weekend? Here’s what’s happening, new and to do for events and activities over the long weekend. You might also like – Labor Day live music and entertainment listings (September 1 – 4) Friday, September 1 4:45 pm & 7:30 pm – Wind River at Jane Pickens Theater 8 pm – […]

The Newport Art Museum will present the first large-scale exhibition of contemporary art from its permanent collection in “be of love and other stories: Contemporary Highlights from the Permanent Collection,” on view September 9, 2017 – January 7, 2018. “be of love” showcases paintings, prints, drawings, photographs, and sculptures by international, national, and regional artists. The featured […]

Discover where to find live music, karaoke, comedy, dancing and entertainment this weekend in and around Newport! YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE –20+ things to do this Labor Day weekend: September 1 – 4 *Unless otherwise noted, the venue is located in Newport. Friday, September 1 Buskers: Live music at 9 pmCeltica: Karaoke at 10 pmClarke Cooke House: DJ & Dancing in […]

You Might Also Like –40+ things to do this week in Newport: August 14 – 18 Monday, August 28 4:30 pm – Brian Scott at The Landing4:45 pm & 7:30 pm – Wind River at Jane Pickens Theater6 pm to 9 pm – Julio Amaro at Perro Salado7 pm to 10 pm – The Groove Merchants at Fifth Element7 pm […]