*Updated on May 29, 2023
The opulence and historic charm of Newport, Rhode Island has drawn summer crowds from Boston, New York, and other East Coast cities for centuries thanks to its fresh seafood, winding cobblestone streets, and Gilded Age mansions (such as The Breakers). It’s an ideal warm-weather destination for girls’ weekends, couples’ getaways, and family trips. This is especially when planned around one of the many summer soirées and events in Newport.
The Breakers, one of Newport’s historic Gilded Age mansions, is open daily for tours / Photo courtesy Discover Newport
Whether you’re jetting in for a classic New England regatta or planning an indulgent getaway fit for a foodie, getting to Newport is a breeze with Tradewind Aviation’s private charters. Avoiding crowded airports means more time to take advantage of the plethora summer and fall events in Newport.
Find the perfect summer events in Newport, RI to plan your trip around with this list of five can’t-miss happenings.
Newport Regatta
Newport’s rich sailing history will be on display at the annual Newport Regatta, an event that’s been held in the waters surrounding the Rhode Island coast for 37 years. The 2023 regatta will take place from July 8-9.
Newport Jazz Festival
Photo courtesy Discover Newport
Scheduled to be held at Fort Adams State Park, the Newport Jazz Festival will return on August 4-6, 2023. Previous headliners include Wynton Marsalis, Andra Day, Robert Glasper, and many more artists. The festival also always promises attendees many surprise collaborations.
Newport International Boat Show
Photo courtesy Discover Newport
One of New England’s finest and largest boat shows celebrated its 50th edition in 2021 — the Newport International Boat Show, held at the Newport Yachting Center. The in-water show takes place over 14 acres of waterfront. It draws hundreds of powerboats and sailboats ranging from 15 to 90 feet to Newport. Even attendees not interested in purchasing a boat will enjoy the riveting programming and seminars. The 2023 Boat Show will take place from September 14-17.
Newport Mansions Wine and Food Festival
Photo courtesy Preservation Society of Newport County
With its engaging seminars, wine-pairing dinners, and focus on local and regional foods, the three-day Newport Mansions Wine and Food Festival would be special even if it didn’t take place in a Gilded Age estate with breathtaking ocean views. But the fact that it’s held at Rosecliff, the mansion built by silver heiress Theresa Fair Oelrichs at the turn of the 20th century, makes it even more spectacular. The festival typically releases its full schedule of events when tickets become available in early July.
Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week
Where better to discover the finest rare and vintage cars in the world than Newport, the home of motor racing in the U.S.? It was in Newport that Willie K. Vanderbilt and his friends made a sport of racing their new automobiles down Ocean Drive (much to the chagrin of their neighbors). A horse racing track was where they moved their competitions to, which held the first ever Vanderbilt Cup in 1900. This rich history continues each fall when Newport hosts the Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week. The week’s flagship event has previously showcased the Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance. This event featured more than $1 billion worth of vintage automobiles and supercars.
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