The turn toward fall brings a friendly mix of tastings, regattas, classic cars, polo, and vineyard afternoons. Glasses will be clinking at a midweek Italian pairing dinner and across the Newport Mansions festival, sails will fill for the 12 Metre North American Championship, and lawns from Cliff Walk to Sachuest Beach will host everything from a five course wine dinner to Cars and Coffee. Below is a simple, date-ordered guide with exactly what you need to know and links to learn more.
Wednesday 9/17
Nicosia Vineyard Wine Tasting and Food Pairing Dinner
Vieste Simply Italian hosts the first dinner in its wine and spirits series, pairing authentic Italian dishes with Nicosia wines and conversation with the winemaker and the chef. The evening runs 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm and features a 4 course pairing menu for $90 per person. Learn more here
Friday 9/19 to Sunday 9/21
Newport Mansions 20th Annual Wine and Food Festival
Three days of seminars, tastings, dinners, and the fan favorite Sunday Jazz Buffet Brunch showcase the season across the Mansions. Programming runs all weekend. Learn more here
12 Metre North American Championship
Historic 12 Metre yachts with America’s Cup legacy race in Traditional and Classic divisions from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm each day, with no racing after 2:00 pm on Sunday. Spectating is free and the fleets combine speed, craftsmanship, and history on the water. Learn more here
Newport Wine and Food Festival Dinner at Cara
On Friday 9/19 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, The Chanler at Cliff Walk presents an immersive 5 course tasting menu with wines from Chile, Argentina, and California in an intimate dining room. Admission is $295 per person plus tax and gratuity. Learn more here
Saturday 9/20
Newport International Polo Series
The September start time is 4:00 pm as USA Newport meets visiting teams at America’s First Polo Club. Expect the Player’s Salute, the halftime Divot Stomp, Trophy Presentations, the Apres Polo Lounge, expert commentary, and live Jumbotron coverage. Reserved Pavilion tables and Tailgate spaces are available online, and Lawn Seating is available online or at the gate. Learn more here
Sunday 9/21
Cars and Coffee at Sachuest Beach (Second Beach)
From 8:00 am to 10:00 am, enthusiasts gather by the ocean for an easy morning of conversation, classics, and modern models. Only vehicles need to register. Learn more here
Ciderfest Family Event at Newport Vineyards
Celebrate 30 years from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm with house made ciders, tasty treats, live music, and activities for all ages. Admission is $28 per adult, $23 for Cru Members, $10 for 16 plus non tasting admission, and free for kids 15 and under. Learn more here
Sunday Live Music, Oysters and Rosé at Newport Vineyards
Settle in from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm for patio music and fresh local oysters priced $3 each, $15 for 6, and $25 for 12, with a $5 glass of rosé available with oyster purchase. It is free to listen. Learn more here
