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Events Calendar - 2025

Find a multitude of fun events and great things to do, including weekend events, throughout the year, like music, festivals, comedy, outdoor fun, boat cruises, excursions for families and kids, food, wine and beer tastings.

Check out the listings of year-round Fairs & Festivals throughout New England. Also be sure to read our list of Great Things To Do in New England. Whether you're curious about what to this weekend, this month, or this season, we have you covered.

For events specifically related to the anniversary of the American Revolution, please visit our MA250 Events Calendar.

Find the dates you plan to travel or simply search the full events list below.

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Fairs & Festivals

Newport Winter Festival

Feb 13, 2026 - Feb 22, 2026 Throughout Newport Newport, RI 02840

The 38th Annual Newport Winter Festival returns this February with 10 days of live music, foodie contests, kid-centric activities and more on The Classic Coast. As New England’s largest winter extravaganza, you’ll find over 150 events from cook offs, to drink creation contests, ice sculpting, and costumed princess appearances. More details to come!
Varies by event
Varies by event.
401-847-7666

23rd Annual Newport Wedding Show

Mar 1, 2026 - Mar 1, 2026 Newport Newport, RI 02840

Plan your wedding in just one day at the 23rd Annual Newport Wedding Show! Enjoy visiting wedding professionals, tasty samples, thousands of dollars in prizes, live fashion shows, and so much more! Over 1,000 guests are welcomed each year - be a part of the inspiration in perfecting the details of your most special day!
To be announced.
To be announced.

Food, Wine, Beer

Newport Burger Bender

Feb 13, 2026 - Feb 22, 2026 Newport and Bristol County Newport, RI 02840

Newport Burger Bender, the “best burger” contest is back. Local restaurants are throwing their buns in the ring with hopes of being crowned the Best Burger and there is more than just beef. Try one. Try Some. Try them all. Then vote for your favorite burger! Choose from over 50 beef, non-beef (seafood, chicken, bison, etc.), and plant-based burgers!  More information to come on 2026 participants! Check back to the Discover Newport website for more details.
Varies by day.
Burgers for purchase.
401-849-8048

Outdoor Activities

Wednesday Morning Bird Walks with Audubon

Nov 5, 2025 - Nov 19, 2026 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI 02917

Audubon offers small-group Wednesday Morning Bird Walks with naturalist Laura Carberry. Each week a new birding destination will be chosen. Advance registration is required. Location will be sent to registered participants in advance.

Locations Across Rhode Island. Locations determined weekly.
9:00am-11:00am
Fee: $5/member, $10/non-member. Ages: 14 and up
401-949-5454

Parades

70th Annual Newport Saint Patrick's Day Parade

Mar 14, 2026 - Mar 14, 2026 Memorial Boulevard and Broadway Newport, RI 02840

The 70th Annual Newport Saint Patrick's Day Parade is scheduled for Saturday, March 1st 2026 at 11:00 AM. Find your best green attire, keep your eyes open for leprechauns, and join in the revelry to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Newport! The parade kicks off from the Newport City Hall and runs through Washington Square, down Thames Street, and ends at St. Augustine's Church. Parade will be held rain or shine.
11:00 AM
Free to attend!
401-413-9601