What Is Happening This Weekend in Newport: October 29-November 2, 2025

by Ryan John

Fall is in full swing on the coast. This week brings spooky cinema, a Halloween night inside the walls of Fort Adams, cozy cups by the Cliff Walk, and a full Sunday that rolls from cars and engines to restaurant royalty. It is a great time to invite friends, layer up, and make a plan that mixes chills with comfort.


Spooky Season Screenings at Jane Pickens

Date: 10/29
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Jane Pickens Theater, Newport
A New England folklore favorite returns to the big screen as The Witch marks its 10th Anniversary. Settle into the historic room with seasonal treats and a moody soundtrack for a perfect late October night.
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Spooky Season Screenings at Jane Pickens

Date: 10/30
Time: 6:00 PM and 8:30 PM
Location: Jane Pickens Theater, Newport
Classic monsters meet sci fi mayhem. Catch Frankenstein from 1931 with a live score by Jeff Rapsis at 6:00 PM. Return or stay for The Fly with a Rejects Beer Co. tasting at 8:30 PM. Two prime picks for Halloween week atmosphere.
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Spooky Season Screenings at Jane Pickens

Date: 10/31
Time: 6:00 PM and 8:30 PM
Location: Jane Pickens Theater, Newport
Halloween night lands with a double feature. Halloween from 1978 at 6:00 PM. Friday the 13th from 1980 at 8:30 PM. Iconic slashers, crowd energy, and a perfect cap to October.
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Paranormal Halloween at Fort Adams

Date: 10/31
Time: 6:30 PM to 11:45 PM
Location: Fort Adams, Newport
Join Alias Paranormal and get hands on with tools and techniques inside one of Newportโ€™s most atmospheric locations. Learn how investigators work and explore active spaces on Halloween night. Admission is 70 per person.
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Hot Chocolate Bar at The Chanler

Date: 11/1
Time: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: The Chanler at Cliff Walk, 117 Memorial Boulevard, Newport
Warm up by the fire pit or sip along the Cliff Walk with artisanal hot chocolate made with Valrhona and cream from Wrightโ€™s Dairy Farm. Keep it classic or add an adult twist. A perfect reset after a late Thursday night.
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Cars and Coffee Trunk or Treat at Fort Adams

Date: 11/2
Time: 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Fort Adams North Lawn, Newport
Start Sunday with engines, coffee, and costumes. Audrain Auto Museum hosts a relaxed morning meet with harbor views. Events run rain or shine unless noted.
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Newport Car Museum Hoods Up Weekend

Date: 11/2
Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Newport Car Museum, Portsmouth
Peek under the hoods of more than 100 vehicles across 7 galleries. Free parking and easy timing make this an ideal add between morning cars and evening plans.
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42nd Annual Taste of Newport for Child and Family

Date: 11/2
Time: 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Newport Marriott Hotel and Spa, 25 Americaโ€™s Cup Avenue, Newport
More than 20 restaurants, vineyards, and eateries come together for an evening of signature bites and sips that support Child and Family. A delicious finale to the weekend. Tickets start at 150.
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