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 out MA250 Events Calendar.

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Waterfire 2025 – Providence RI

Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 Downtown - Waterplace Park & Along the Riverfront Providence, RI 02903

May 15: Sunset lighting at 7:59PM.
May 31: Full lighting; Sunset 8:14PM. Vendors open at 7PM.
June 19: Partial lighting; Sunset 8:22PM. Vendors open at 7:30PM.
July 4: Full lighting; Sunset 8:24PM. Vendors open at 6:30PM.
July 17: Sunset lighting at 8:17PM.
August 9: Full lighting; Sunset 7:54PM. Vendors open at 6:30PM.
August 18: Basin lighting only; Sunset 7:41PM.
September 27: Full lighting; Sunet 6:34PM. Vendors open at 5:30PM.
October 4: Full lighting; Sunset 6:22PM. Vendors open at 5:30PM.
October 30: Sunset lighting at 5:42PM.
November 1: Full lighting; Sunset 5:40PM. Vendors open at 4:30PM.
December 31: New Years Eve sunset lighting at 4:25PM.

Various times
Free
401-273-1155

Waterfire Providence 2025

Apr 8, 2025 - Nov 3, 2025 Memorial Boulevard at Waterfire Basin Providence, RI 02903

2025 Schedule

May 15: Sunset lighting at 7:59PM
May 31: Full lighting; Sunset 8:14PM. Vendors open at 7PM.
June 19: Partial lighting; Sunset 8:22PM. Vendors open at 7:30PM.
July 4: Full lighting; Sunset 8:24PM. Vendors open at 6:30PM.
July 17: Sunset lighting at 8:17PM.
August 9: Full lighting; Sunset 7:54PM. Vendors open at 6:30PM.
August 18: Basin lighting only; Sunset 7:41PM.
September 27: Full lighting; Sunset 6:34PM. Vendors open at 5:30PM.
October 4: Full lighting; Sunset 6:22PM. Vendors open at 5:30PM.
October 30: Sunset lighting at 5:42PM.
November 1: Full lighting; Sunset 5:40PM. Vendors open at 4:30PM.
December 31: New Years Eve sunset lighting at 4:25PM.

Sunset

Car Shows

British Motorcars in Bristol, RI

Jun 6, 2025 - Jun 7, 2025 Colt State Park (Route 114) to Independence Park (419-459 Thames Street) Bristol, RI 02809

On June 6th & 7th the BMCNE will kick off its Annual British Motorcars in Bristol car show that includes a scenic tour around Southern New England, hosting a block party in downtown Bristol, and a public Car Show in an effort to raise money for local charities through car show registrations, vendor booths, area sales, and sponsorships. The events are FREE for visitors. Bring your family and friends for an entertaining day of historic British cars, vendors and the beautiful sites of Narragansett Bay. There will be a British Car Corral, British Marketplace & Auto Jumble, and Food & Beverage Concessions are all open.

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Free

Comedy

Rogue Island Comedy Spring Festival

May 22, 2025 - May 25, 2025 Various Locations Newport, RI 02840

Celebrating Ten Years! Spring Fest is May 22-25, 2025. Started in 2015, RICF is Rhode Island’s only comedy festival, held bi-annually, and produced by native Rhode Islanders Doug Key and Katie Latimer. The Spring Rogue Island Comedy Festival will be hosted at locations in and around Newport, Rhode Island.

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Fairs & Festivals

Newport Pride 2025

Jun 27, 2025 - Jun 29, 2025 21 Farewell Street Newport, RI 02840

LGBTQ+ Pride is happening in Newport, RI from June 27-29! We're creating events and experiences to celebrate community, and promote love, acceptance, inclusivity, and diversity of LGBTQ+ identities. We shall do so safely and thoughtfully and we invite you to join!

Varies by day.
Varies by event.
401-248-1190

Newport Classical Music Festival

Jul 4, 2025 - Jul 22, 2025 P.O. Box 3303 Newport, RI 02840

For 55 years, Newport Classical has been a beacon for artistry, drawing in countless concertgoers to revel in exceptional performances within unique and intimate settings. Each July, against the picturesque backdrop of the City by the Sea, our festival stands out as an unparalleled experience. Featuring 27 concerts held in 11 historic venues, patrons can craft a Festival itinerary tailored to their preferences. Be it the discovery of a new composer, the rhythm of percussion, or revisiting a beloved work with a fresh perspective, we invite you to broaden your musical horizons. Whether this marks your inaugural summer with us or your 55th, we eagerly anticipate welcoming you to the Newport Classical Music Festival.

Varies by event.
Varies by event.
401-846-1133

Newport Folk Festival

Jul 25, 2025 - Jul 27, 2025 80 Fort Adams Drive Newport, RI 02840

The Newport Folk Festival, founded by George Wein in 1959, takes place on the grounds at Fort Adams State Park and features four stages of world class musicians, food, vendors and a number of exhibits. Fort Adams is located at 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport, RI. One of the park system’s national treasures, Fort Adams is situated at the mouth of Newport Harbor with panoramic views of the Newport Bridge and the East Passage. The festival runs rain or shine. 2025 Public Onsale begins Wednesday, February 5th at 1:00 PM EST.

Varies by day.
$117 - $287 per person
401-848-5055

Food, Wine, Beer

9th Annual Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival

May 17, 2025 - May 18, 2025 Bowen's Wharf Newport, RI 02840

Taste your way around the Ocean State! Sip a refreshing cocktail and enjoy oysters and chowder from local growers and vendors on the waterfront all weekend long. Did you know that RI is home to upwards of 45 oyster farms? The flavors are distinctive to each farm, so this is your chance to savor a sampling of them in one festive atmosphere! Oyster growers will be shucking alongside local restaurants and live music under our striped festival tents. The event is open to the public and all food will be available for purchase directly from vendors. Multiple cash bars will also be on site.

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Free
401-849-2243

Gardens

Daffodil Days at Blithewold Manor

Apr 12, 2025 - May 11, 2025 101 Ferry Road Bristol, RI 02809

Each April, Blithewold opens its gates to welcome visitors just as springtime begins. Our famous display, covers this 33-acre seaside estate with over 50,000 daffodils that delight visitors for nearly a month. The first week, timed to the annual school vacation week, is filled not only with flowers, but lots of fun-for-the-whole-family programming that celebrate our favorite yellow-flower friends. Come and stroll the grounds at your leisure. Or visit our program pages to register for afternoon tea, concert or workshop that's just right for you and your favorite group of friends.

All Day
Up to $22 per person (discounts available)
401-253-2707

Historic

Why We Remember the American Revolution with Dr. Michael Hattem

Jun 12, 2025 - Jun 12, 2025 82 Touro Street Newport, RI 02840

Thursday, June 12th, 2025 Richard I. Burnham Resource Center | 82 Touro Street, Newport Admission $15-$20 per person 6:30pm to 7:30pm; doors open at 5:30pm for a complimentary reception As the 250th anniversary of independence approaches, historian Michael D. Hattem will draw on his latest book, The Memory of ’76: The Revolution in American History, to discuss Americans’ uniquely emotional connection to the memory of the Revolution and its central role in American life as a national “origin myth.” He will also explore how Americans have constantly revised the meaning of the Revolution in ways that have always been shaped by the times.

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
$15 - $20 per person

Outdoor Activities

12th Annual BankNewport 10-Miler

Jun 1, 2025 - Jun 1, 2025 90 Fort Adams Drive Newport, RI 02840

The 12th annual 10 Miler, benefiting the Fort Adams Trust and the Boys and Girls Club of Newport County returns at 7:30 a.m. on June 1, 2025. The course prominently features Newport’s scenic coastal views and ends with a truly unique finish as participants enter Fort Adams through the north gate and finish on the parade field.

7:30 AM
$68 per person + tax

Science & Nature

Feed the Birds!

May 24, 2025 - May 24, 2025 101 Ferry Road Bristol, RI 02809

Join us for a fun family morning of playing games and exploring how bird beaks’ shape and size are perfectly designed for the different things they eat, such as shellfish, nuts, berries, bugs, and nectar. Investigate which feeder and food is best to attract your favorite feathered friends. Ages 8 – 14. Pre-registration required. Class size is limited to 15.

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
$10 Member Child | $15 Non-Member Child
401-253-2707

Shows & Exhibits

29th Annual Newport Flower Show

Jun 20, 2025 - Jun 22, 2025 548 Bellevue Avenue Newport, RI 02840

The 2025 Newport Flower Show, themed "A Floral Fair," will shine at Rosecliff from June 20-22, 2025, celebrating two enchanting and vibrant themes. Inside the elegant rooms of Rosecliff, guests will be transported back to the Gilded Age, honoring the legacy of Theresa Fair Oelrichs, the mansion’s original owner. Exhibitors in Floral Design and Botanical Arts will draw inspiration from her 1913 fairy tale-themed dinner, creating captivating displays of imagination and elegance. Adding a fun twist, the first floor will also bloom with playful arrangements reminiscent of a cheerful summer county fair. Tickets for daytime admission and events will be available to Preservation Society members starting Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Tickets will be available to the general public starting Friday, April 4, 2025.

Varies by day.
See website for more details on pricing.
401-847-1000

Sports

International Tennis Hall of Fame Open

Jul 6, 2025 - Jul 13, 2025 194 Bellevue Avenue Newport, RI 02840

Professional tennis will return to the Newport in 2025 as the International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) today announced a revamped Hall of Fame Open, including ATP Challenger 125 and WTA 125 level tournaments. The Hall of Fame Open will become just the second combined men’s and women’s 125 level event in the United States. It will be the only grass court stop on the Hologic WTA Tour outside of Europe, and the first women’s professional tournament at the ITHF since the Virginia Slims of Newport concluded in 1990. Equal prize money will be awarded to both the men’s and women’s draws. Get up close to the pros and enjoy great seats in the shade. Every tennis Hall of Fame Open ticket comes with one free admission to the International Tennis Hall of Fame Museum.

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See website for more details on pricing.
401-849-3990

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