Newport has plenty to enjoy this week, from wine and cheese sails and farm to table tastings to open air markets, sunset cruises, and the return of the Greek Festival. Read on for dates, prices, and reservation details so you can plan what to see and do around town.
Monday, August 11
Wine and Cheese Sail
Schooner Aurora glides through Newport Harbor for two leisurely hours while guests bring a favorite bottle and the crew sets out fine cheeses, crackers, and fresh fruit. Limited seating and golden-hour scenery make this adults-only cruise a coveted start to the week.
- Sail time: 6 PM – 8 PM (moves to 5 PM – 7 PM in September)
- Tickets $55; advance reservation required
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Tuesday, August 12
Local Food Fest
Castle Hill Inn’s Chalet Lawn hosts tasting stations where top chefs cook side-by-side with the farmers who grew the ingredients. Live music, a raffle, and a silent auction round out this fundraiser for Farm Fresh Rhode Island.
- 4 PM – 8 PM; admission $275 (kids 12 and under free with ticketed adult)
- All proceeds support local food-system programs
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Summer Favorites & Jimmy Buffett Hits Cruise
Coastal Queen departs Jamestown for a ninety-minute spin around Narragansett Bay backed by live beach classics from Brian Cabral. Seasonal cocktails flow from the grand center bar.
- Boarding about 6 : 15 PM; tickets $47
- Seating is limited; reserve early
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Wednesday, August 13
Rosé all Wednesday
OceanCliff sets Adirondack chairs on the Safari Room lawn for a Whispering Angel menu that runs from noon through sunset. Lite bites are available until four.
- No admission fee; pay as you go
- Weekly through September 3
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Lobster Lunch Sail
Choose a boxed lobster roll, chicken salad, or caprese sandwich and cruise past Newport’s icons aboard Aurora. BYOB is welcome.
- 1 PM – 3 PM; $55 adults, $45 children
- Reservation required; space limited
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Aquidneck Growers Market
Memorial Boulevard fills with produce, seafood, breads, and flowers from dozens of local vendors.
- 2 PM – 6 PM; free entry
- Runs every Wednesday through October 29
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Juicy Market at Newport Craft
Browse artisan stalls, grab dinner from food trucks, and enjoy a relaxed, pet-friendly atmosphere on brewery grounds.
- 4 PM – 8 PM; free admission
- Appears the second Wednesday of each month
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Lobster Boil & Sunset Sail
Dine on a classic lobster boil under the tent at Goat Island, then board for a sunset cruise.
- Dinner 5 PM – 6 : 30 PM, sail 6 : 30 PM – 8 PM
- $95 adults, $45 children; cash bar dockside, BYOB on board
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Golden Hour Shuck & Sip Cruise
Coastal Princess pairs fresh Sunset Beach oysters with a glass of prosecco during a ninety-minute evening sail.
- 6 : 30 PM – 8 PM; tickets $70 include oysters and prosecco
- Cash bar available throughout the cruise
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Thursday, August 14
Coaching Weekend: Behind the Scenes
A members-only panel at Rosecliff (also streamed on Zoom) explores the craft and heritage of nineteenth-century coaching ahead of the triennial parade.
- 4 PM – 5 PM; free with membership, registration required
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Salt & Sound DJ Pool Party
Newport Harbor Island Resort turns its pool into an open-air lounge with rotating DJs, craft cocktails, and harbor views.
- 8 PM – 11 PM; free entry for ages 21+
- Food and drinks available; RSVP recommended
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Friday, August 15
Hellenic Fest Opening Night
Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church fills Thames Street with homemade dishes, lively music, and dancing until midnight.
- 6 PM – 12 AM; free admission, pay-as-you-go food and drink
- Festival continues through Sunday
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Yacht Rock Cruise
Smooth classics spin aboard Coastal Princess while the sun sets off Jamestown.
- 6 : 30 PM – 8 PM; $48 per guest, all ages welcome
- Cash bar on board; limited seating
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Weekend of Coaching Begins
Matched horse teams draw original nineteenth-century coaches through Newport’s streets and estates, a spectacle that returns only once every three years.
- August 15 – 17; viewing along public routes is free
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Saturday, August 16
Yoga by the Pool
Wayfinder Newport hosts an open-level session beside the pool to start the day with mindful movement.
- 8 AM – 9 AM; $10 for locals, free for hotel guests
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Yoga on the Grass
Flow beside the International Tennis Hall of Fame’s historic courts with instructor Delaney Pothier. Bring your own mat.
- 9 AM – 10 AM; $10 members, $20 non-members
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Neighborhood Walk: Clarke Street & Historic Hill
Guides from the Newport Restoration Foundation and Rhode Island Black Heritage Society share stories of the residents who shaped this early thoroughfare.
- 9 : 30 AM – 11 AM; $20 general, $15 residents
- Limited capacity; uneven sidewalks in places
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Hellenic Fest Day Two
Greek fare, baklava, and live bouzouki keep the celebration alive from noon until nearly midnight.
- Free admission; family-friendly atmosphere
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Newport International Polo Series
USA / Newport faces visiting challengers with the traditional player salute, halftime divot stomp, and après-polo lounge.
- Match begins at 5 PM; lawn seats at the gate, reserved spots online
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Sunday, August 17
Hellenic Fest Finale
The festival’s closing hours offer one last chance to dance and sample homemade specialties before the weekend ends.
- Noon – 4 PM; free entry, pay-as-you-go fare
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Newport Vineyards Summer Music Series
Live tunes on the patio pair three-dollar oysters with five-dollar rosé by the glass (with oyster order). Spread a blanket beside the vines or reserve a terrace table.
- 1 PM – 4 PM; free entry, food and drinks priced on site
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Whether you crave rosé on the lawn, lobster under a tent, or smooth yacht-rock on open water, Newport’s August lineup has you covered. Choose your favorites and let the coast set the rhythm for an unforgettable week.
