Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Weather: Sun/clouds & 45 degrees. Sunset 4:39 pm.
Welcome to Winter in Newport. Here is a quick peek at some of the unique things happening around the island.
Enjoy a walk on our famous Cliff Walk or stroll Fort Adams State Park where the Folk and
Jazz festivals are held every summer. Nature walks at The Norman Bird Sanctuary and
Sachuest Wildlife Refuge too!
Visit our marvelous Mansions which offer a unique trip through 250 years of American
history and architecture then take a drive along Newport’s iconic Ocean Avenue where
you’ll pass by Brenton State Park, Castle Hill, and Hammersmith Farm.
Check out the Newport Art Museum, The Sailing Museum, Museum of Newport Irish
History Museum, The Tennis Hall of Fame Museum, Museum of Newport History, The
Audrain Auto Museum & the Newport Car Museum in Portsmouth. See the critters &
species that live beneath the waters at the Save the Bay Aquarium next door!
Art Lovers! Visit our many art galleries including CUSP Gallery, Onne Van der Wal
Nautical Photography, Corey Silken Photography & Sincerely Eileen to name a few.
Explore our neighboring towns from Bristol to Jamestown and Narragansett.
Wine Enthusiasts! Check out award-winning wines and farm to table dining at Newport
Vineyards and visit Greenvale Vineyards with exceptional estate-grown wines in a
breathtaking landscape. Visit Newport Craft & Ragged Island Breweries too!
Music & Entertainment: Music venues are limited on Wednesdays in the winter. Catch a
movie at the Jane Pickens Theater with “Marty Supreme” at 4 pm & 7:30 pm.