Sunset sails, seaside yoga, and rosé filled afternoons set the tone in Newport this week. Unwind on the schooner Aurora with a gourmet cheese spread, stretch into golden hour at Third Beach, or sway to steel drum beats while gliding past Jamestown’s bluffs. From rosé drenched lawn lounging at OceanCliff to moonlit bike rides along Ocean Drive, this guide has everything you need for the perfect mix of motion and mellow along the coast. Dive in and choose your flavor of summer bliss.
Monday, August 4
Wine & Cheese Sail
Every Monday evening through late September, the historic schooner Aurora slips from Newport Harbor for a two hour cruise paired with a curated spread of cheeses, crackers, and fresh fruit. Guests aged twenty one and older may bring a favorite bottle to enjoy as the sun sets over Narragansett Bay. Tickets are fifty five dollars and must be reserved in advance because space is limited.
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Tuesday, August 5
Third Beach Yoga
The shoreline of Third Beach transforms into an alfresco studio each Tuesday and Thursday. From six to seven in the evening, yogis of every experience level flow through mindful movement and breathwork while the surf provides a gentle soundtrack. Bring a large towel or mat, arrive a few minutes early to settle in, and linger afterward for a quick swim or a slow stroll. Classes cost twenty dollars.
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Island Time Steel Band Cruise
At seven in the evening the Coastal Queen departs Jamestown for a ninety minute tour that marries coastal scenery with live Caribbean rhythms. A full bar at the center of the boat offers summer cocktails as Newport Harbor drifts past. Seating is limited and tickets are fifty dollars.
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Wednesday, August 6
Rosé all Wednesday at OceanCliff
From noon until eight every Wednesday, OceanCliff’s Safari Room lawn invites guests to sink into Adirondack chairs overlooking the water. Whispering Angel rosé headlines a special menu, and lite bites are available from midday until four. No admission fee applies; food and beverages are paid on site.
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Lobster Lunch Sail
Select Wednesdays in July and August bring a classic New England outing aboard Aurora. The one o’clock departure includes a boxed lunch choice of lobster roll, chicken salad sandwich, or caprese sandwich, each with chips, fruit, and dessert. Guests may bring their own beverages. Tickets are fifty five dollars for adults and forty five for children under twelve.
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Aquidneck Growers Market
From two until six in the afternoon, Memorial Boulevard fills with stalls offering everything from seasonal produce and fresh seafood to artisan breads and cut flowers. Entry is free, and the vendor list changes weekly, making every visit a little different.
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Made in Newport Film Series: “True Lies”
Jane Pickens Theater continues its local film series with James Cameron’s action spectacle at seven thirty in the evening. Arrive early for a tasting by Rejects Beer, then settle in for Arnold Schwarzenegger’s explosive undercover caper. Tickets are thirteen dollars for members and fifteen for non members.
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Thursday, August 7
Made in Newport Film Series: “Lolita”
At four o’clock, Stanley Kubrick’s 1962 adaptation returns to the big screen. Filmed partly in Newport and Westerly, the drama runs two hours and thirty three minutes and is rated R. Tickets match regular series pricing.
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National Lighthouse Day Cruise
The Coastal Queen celebrates Rhode Island’s maritime heritage with a five forty five departure from Bowen’s Wharf. Passengers enjoy live sea shanties from Sharks Come Cruisin while supporting the Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation. Tickets cost sixty dollars.
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Wine Tasting: Tour of Italy
Newport Harbor Island Resort welcomes oenophiles for its First Thursdays tasting at six thirty. Guided by the in house sommelier, the evening explores regional selections for forty five dollars per person.
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Salt & Sound Pool Party
From eight until eleven, the resort pool becomes a waterfront lounge with rotating DJs, craft cocktails, and small plates. Admission is free for guests and local residents aged twenty one and older; RSVPs are encouraged.
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Saturday, August 9
Yoga on the Grass
The International Tennis Hall of Fame opens its storied courtside lawns at nine in the morning for a one hour session led by Delaney Pothier. Prices are ten dollars for members and twenty for non members, and mats are not provided.
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Island Cemetery Guided Tour
At ten o’clock, history enthusiasts can join a ninety minute walk past the resting places of military heroes, architects, financiers, and civil rights advocates, with a stop inside the recently restored Belmont Chapel.
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Dog’s Day Out at Rough Point
From eleven in the morning until one in the afternoon, Rough Point turns into “Ruff” Point with photo booths, treat stations, and a pet boutique. Admission is free with a suggested five dollar donation that benefits both the Newport Restoration Foundation and the Potter League for Animals.
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Long Wharf Free Summer Concert
Live music fills the waterfront retail district from one until five in the afternoon. Bring a chair or wander between shops while enjoying local talent at no cost.
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Newport International Polo
The USA Newport team faces visiting challengers at five in the evening. Expect the traditional Player Salute, half time Divot Stomp, and après polo lounge. Lawn seats are sold at the gate; reserved tables and tailgate spots can be booked online.
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Full Moon Bike Ride
Gather at seven for a fifteen mile guided ride under the Sturgeon Moon. The outing is free, though a ten dollar donation to Bike Newport is suggested. Riders must be eighteen or older and advance registration is required once the previous month’s ride concludes.
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Sunday, August 10
Cars & Coffee
From eight until ten in the morning, automobile enthusiasts converge at Salve Regina University’s McAuley Hall. Only vehicles require registration; spectators may drop in freely to admire classics and modern models over coffee.
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Newport Vineyards Summer Music Series
Live music plays from one to four in the afternoon beside rolling vines. Fresh local oysters are three dollars each, and a five dollar glass of rosé pairs perfectly when you order oysters. Bring a blanket or reserve a terrace table; admission is free with food and drinks sold on site.
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Newport’s midsummer rhythm invites every pace, whether you are chasing dawn yoga sessions, savoring sunset sails, or capturing moonlit miles by bike. However you choose to spend the days ahead, the City by the Sea delivers coastal charm in abundance.
