10 Great Things to do in Newport This Weekend - Dec. 18

Dec. 18

Award Winning Improv Comedy with The Bit Players 

Get over to Firehouse Theater at 4 Equality Park Place in Newport to watch the award winning improv comedy of The Bit Players. 

The show begins at 8 p.m. and is BYOB. 

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Dec. 18

Christmas in Newport 

Celebrate the holiday season with the entire city of Newport. Throughout the season there will be concerts, fairs, crafts and so much more. 

Plus don't miss out on the shopping. Take a day to celebrate with the city. 

Dec. 18

Sparkle! An Outdoor Family Event

Stroll through Blithewold's Illuminated Gardens (a special event in itself) and Greenhouse (warm up a bit while you take in the lovely Greenhouse displays), breathe in that crisp winter air, or join our carolers as they spread holiday cheer.

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Dec. 19

Newport Seal Tour

Go for a one or two hour tour through Newport Harbor and view 360 seals on Citing Rock off of Rose Island and the Newport Bridge.

A one-hour tour costs $22 for non members while a two hour tour costs $42 for non members.  

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Dec. 19

Christmas at the Newport Mansions

Tour the Newport Mansions as they get ready for Christmas with amazing holiday decorations and more.

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Dec. 19

Eagles Tribute Band at Newport Grand 

"Welcome to the Hotel California.." 

A concert for any Eagles or music fan. Another Tequila Sunrise is set to perform a FREE concert at the Newport Grand Events Center.

The show begins at 9 p.m. 

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Dec. 19

UnDecked Halls at Doris Duke's Rough Point 

UnDecked Halls offers an authentic look at winter holiday and caretaking traditions at Rough Point, the Newport mansion of heiress, philanthropist, art collector and world traveler Doris Duke. 

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Dec. 20

The Polar Express

The Newport and Narragansett railroad turns into a railroad for the polar express.

Participants are invited to wear their pajama's while sipping hot chocolate aboard the Polar Express.

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Dec. 20

Dinner and a Movie at Saltwater Restaurant 

Sit back, relax and enjoy dinner and a movie at Saltwater Restaurant. The event begins at 7 p.m. 

All entrees will receive one glass of champagne.

Saltwater Restaurant is located at 49 America's Cup Avenue. 

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Dec. 20

Holiday Fine Arts Show 

Make the short trip to Middletown and pick up som fine art for the holidays from various artists. 

The show will be held at the DeBlois Gallery, located at 134 Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown. 

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