Today in Newport

t enthusiasts! Let's dive int what's happening in our charming coastal city from January 6-8, 2025. We've got a mix of culinary delights, live music, film screenings, and festive celebrations to keep you entertained. Here's the scoop on what you can look forward to:


January 6, 2025

Film & Entertainment

       A panel discussion featuring best-selling authors and award-winning writers as part of the Newport MFA program, focusing on creating anthologies.

  • Time: 4:00 PM
  • Venue: Ochre Court, Ballroom
  • Location: Newport
Art & Culture

       Explore Newport's famous Cliff Walk with a self-guided tour, admiring the ocean views and Gilded Age mansions along the way.

  • Time: Available all day
  • Starting Point: 117 Memorial Boulevard
  • Location: Newport, RI
Food & Drink

       A weekly after-school cooking class where children create balanced meals, enjoy eating them, and discuss their favorite recipes.

    Great news for wing enthusiasts in Newport, Rhode Island! O'Brien's Pub has brought back their popular Wing Night, offering a delicious midweek treat for

    locals and visitors alike.

  • Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Venue: O'Brien's Pub
  • Location: Newport
Tours & Activities

       An in-depth tour exploring the underground systems of The Breakers mansion.

       A Unique Glimpse into Gilded Age History. For the first time in its 129-year history, The Breakers mansion in Newport, Rhode Island, is opening its private third-         floor family space to the public.

       Step back in time and explore the Gilded Age glory of Newport's most iconic mansions!

       A private event for retail store buyers and staff, featuring an open-booth format to discover new product lines.

  • Time: 09:00 AM
  • Venue: Rhode Island Convention Center
  • Location: Providence, RI


January 7, 2025

Film & Entertainment

       Screening of the Bob Dylan biopic. Nominated for Three Golden Globes: Best Picture Drama, Best Actor Timothée Chalamet, Best Supporting Actor Edward               Norton.

Art & Culture

       Explore Newport's famous Cliff Walk with a self-guided tour, admiring the ocean views and Gilded Age mansions along the way.

  • Time: Available all day
  • Starting Point: 117 Memorial Boulevard
  • Location: Newport, RI
Food & Drink

    Get ready for an exciting evening of knowledge and fun at O'Brien's Pub's weekly Trivia Night! This popular event is the perfect way to spice up your Tuesday.

  • Time: Starting at 7:00 PM
  • Venue: O'Brien's Pub
  • Location: Newport, RI
Tours & Activities

       An in-depth tour exploring the underground systems of The Breakers mansion.

       A Unique Glimpse into Gilded Age History. For the first time in its 129-year history, The Breakers mansion in Newport, Rhode Island, is opening its private third-         floor family space to the public.

       A private event for retail store buyers and staff, featuring an open-booth format to discover new product lines.

  • Time: 09:00 AM
  • Venue: Rhode Island Convention Center
  • Location: Providence


January 8, 2025

Film & Entertainment

       Screening of the Bob Dylan biopic. Nominated for Three Golden Globes: Best Picture Drama, Best Actor Timothée Chalamet, Best Supporting Actor Edward               Norton.

Art & Culture

       Explore Newport's famous Cliff Walk with a self-guided tour, admiring the ocean views and Gilded Age mansions along the way.

  • Time: Available all day
  • Starting Point: 117 Memorial Boulevard
  • Location: Newport, RI
Food & Drink

       Learn to make classic Neapolitan-style pizza with Chef Brian in this hands-on class.

       Featuring five wine tastings with a special theme or from a particular region accompanied by five small food pairings.

       Attention game lovers and social butterflies! Our weekly Board Game Night is the perfect recipe for midweek fun, combining strategy, laughter, and a dash of             friendly competition.

  • Time: 5:00 PM
  • Venue:  O'Brien's Pub
  • Location: Newport
Tours & Activities

       An in-depth tour exploring the underground systems of The Breakers mansion.

       Step back in time and explore the Gilded Age glory of Newport's most iconic mansions!

       A Unique Glimpse into Gilded Age History. For the first time in its 129-year history, The Breakers mansion in Newport, Rhode Island, is opening its private third-         floor family space to the public.

       A private event for retail store buyers and staff, featuring an open-booth format to discover new product lines.

  • Time: 09:00 AM
  • Venue: Rhode Island Convention Center
  • Location: Providence


Remember to check the venues' websites or social media pages for any last-minute changes or updates to events. Have a fantastic day exploring all that Newport has to offer!





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