August fills Newport’s shoreline and historic grounds with sails, markets, music, and open-air classes. The paragraphs below cover every event supplied in our listings. Where an experience repeats, you will see one description followed by its additional dates. Each title links to the original event page so you can confirm times and reserve tickets.
Cruises and On-the-Water Dining
Wine and Cheese Sail
Every Monday from July 14 through September 29 the schooner Aurora glides through Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay for two hours. Guests aged twenty-one and older bring a favorite bottle of wine while the crew sets out fine cheeses, crackers, and fresh fruit. Sail time is 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm during August and shifts to 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in September. Tickets cost fifty-five dollars and must be booked in advance because seating is limited.
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Wine and Cheese Tasting Cruise with Grapes and Gourmet
On Tuesday August 19 Coastal Queen departs East Ferry Wharf in Jamestown at 6:30 pm for a ninety minute tasting. The cruise pairs curated wines with artisanal cheeses inside a cozy cabin and beneath a covered top deck. Tickets are fifty-two dollars.
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Golden Hour Shuck and Sip Cruise
The Coastal Princess leaves Jamestown Village at 6:30 pm on Wednesday August 13 and Wednesday August 27 for a ninety minute sail that serves Sunset Beach Aquaculture oysters with one glass of prosecco. A cash bar carries canned cocktails, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Tickets cost seventy dollars and advance reservations are advised.
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Lobster Lunch Sail
On select Wednesdays through August 27 the schooner Aurora hosts a midday cruise from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Each ticket includes a boxed lunch choice of lobster roll, chicken salad sandwich, or caprese sandwich with chips, fruit, and a sweet treat. Prices are fifty-five dollars for adults and forty-five dollars for children under twelve, and passengers may bring their own beverages.
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Lobster Boil and Sunset Sail
Wednesday August 27 combines a dockside lobster dinner under the tent at Goat Island Marina from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm with a sunset cruise from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Dinner features a one and one quarter pound lobster with mussels, corn on the cob, and potatoes or a barbecue chicken alternative. Tickets are ninety-five dollars for adults and forty-five dollars for children under twelve.
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Food, Wine, and Festival Flavors
Rosé all Wednesday at OceanCliff
Each Wednesday through September 3 the Safari Room lawn welcomes guests from noon until 8:00 pm. Whispering Angel rosé anchors the menu, and lite bites are available from noon until 4:00 pm. Adirondack chairs and panoramic water views create a relaxed mid-week setting.
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Local Food Fest
On Tuesday August 12 Castle Hill Inn pairs leading chefs with local farms from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on the Chalet Patio and lawn. Guests can watch dishes prepared in real time, sample each plate, and sip regional wine, beer, and signature cocktails while live music plays. Admission is two hundred seventy-five dollars and supports Farm Fresh Rhode Island.
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Fermentation Class at Forty 1° North
Every Wednesday an instructor at the Oval Bar guides guests through five wines built around a single region or theme. Each pour arrives with a paired small bite. The class runs 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm and costs forty-five dollars. Reservations are required.
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Paint and Sip at Newport Harbor Island Resort
On Thursday August 28 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm instructors from Paint the Town lead participants step by step through an original canvas. All art supplies and one complimentary drink are included, and additional refreshments can be ordered. The session welcomes all ages and skill levels.
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Hellenic Fest
Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church transforms its grounds into a Greek celebration from Friday August 15 through Sunday August 17. Homemade cuisine, live traditional music, and spirited dancing fill three separate time blocks: 6:00 pm to midnight on Friday, noon to midnight on Saturday, and noon to 4:00 pm on Sunday. Admission is free and dishes are sold on site.
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Black Ships Festival
From Friday August 22 through Monday August 25 Bristol and Newport honor the historic link between Japan and the United States. Free events include an opening ceremony, Taiko drumming, and a cultural marketplace, while ticketed offerings range from sushi sails aboard Aurora to a Saturday evening gala at Ochre Court.
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Open-Air Fitness and Wellness
Third Beach Yoga
Peaceful sessions meet on the sand every Tuesday and Thursday from July 1 through September 11, each running 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The twenty dollar class welcomes all levels and suggests bringing a large towel or blanket. Participants often stay afterward for a swim or sunset stroll.
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Yoga by the Pool at Wayfinder Newport
Wayfinder Newport schedules poolside yoga on Sunday June 22 and 29, Saturday July 5 and 26, and Saturday August 16 and 30. Each session begins at 8:00 am and ends at 9:00 am. Hotel guests practice at no charge and local attendees pay ten dollars.
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Yoga on the Grass at the International Tennis Hall of Fame
Instructor Delaney Pothier leads Saturday classes beside the grass courts on July 19 and 26 and August 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30. Each class runs 9:00 am to 10:00 am. Members pay ten dollars and non-members pay twenty dollars.
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Markets, Walks, and Tours
Aquidneck Growers Market
Every Wednesday through October 29 vendors occupy Memorial Boulevard from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Shoppers find vegetables, herbs, flowers, eggs, meats, seafood, breads, cheeses, and prepared dishes that range from vegan fare to Mediterranean cuisine. Entry is free.
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Juicy Market at Newport Craft Brewing and Distilling
On Wednesday August 13 local artisans set up stalls at 293 JT Connell Highway from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Guests browse handmade goods, sample food-truck menus, and enjoy the family and dog friendly brewery lawn at no charge.
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Neighborhood Walk of Clarke Street and Historic Hill
The Newport Restoration Foundation and Rhode Island Black Heritage Society present a guided walk on Saturday August 16. The tour departs Vernon House at 9:30 am and finishes at 11:00 am, tracing the layered history of Clarke Street residents.
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Island Cemetery Guided Tour
On Saturday August 23 a historian leads visitors past notable graves and into the restored Belmont Chapel. The ninety minute tour departs at 10:00 am and concludes at 11:30 am.
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Music, Heritage, and Sport
Music at the Fort
Fort Adams Trust hosts free sunset concerts on Wednesdays August 20 and 27 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Guests can picnic on the North Lawn while local talent performs. A suggested donation of twenty-five dollars supports fort stewardship.
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Larry Brown Swinglane Orchestra
Redwood Lawn welcomes a nineteen piece ensemble on Tuesday August 19 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Admission is free, though online registration is encouraged.
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Newport Vineyards Summer Music Series
Live patio sets run on Sundays August 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Each performance pairs three dollar oysters with a five dollar glass of rosé when you order oysters. Entry is free and seating is first come.
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Salt and Sound DJ Pool Party
Newport Harbor Island Resort transforms its outdoor pool into an evening lounge on Thursdays August 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Admission is free for guests and locals aged twenty-one and older, and food and drinks are sold à la carte.
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Fitz and the Tantrums Live
The International Tennis Hall of Fame hosts a concert by the platinum selling band on Saturday August 23 at 8:00 pm. Ticket prices range from fifty to one hundred ten dollars.
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Safe Harbor Race Weekend
From Friday August 8 through Sunday August 10 racing unfolds at Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard, Safe Harbor New England Boatworks, and Safe Harbor Jamestown Boatyard. Spectators watch free from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm each day.
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International Tennis Hall of Fame Induction Celebration
Thursday August 21 through Saturday August 23 the Hall honors Maria Sharapova along with Bob and Mike Bryan. The refreshed format features mixed doubles exhibitions, fan fest activities, and the formal ceremony.
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Weekend of Coaching
Friday August 15 through Sunday August 17 authentic nineteenth-century coaches drawn by matched horse teams parade through Newport streets and estates.
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Salute to Summer Concert and Fireworks
Dewey Field opens at 4:00 pm on Saturday August 23 for food trucks and live music. Fireworks launch at 9:00 pm. Admission is free to the public.
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Newport International Polo Series
Matches take place at 5:00 pm on Saturdays August 9, 16, 23, and 30. USA Newport meets visiting teams at the Newport Polo grounds, complete with player salutes and the fan favorite divot stomp.
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August offers Newport everything from gentle sunset yoga to spirited polo and late night poolside beats. Each listing above comes directly from the official event information, so you can choose your favorites and plan the final weeks of summer with confidence.
