10 Great Things to do in Newport This Weekend - July 26, 2019

July 26

Newport Gulls vs Danbury Westerners at Cardines Field

The Newport Gulls return to Cardines Field to take on the Danbury Westerners. 

The Gulls are currently 20-15 on the season and in second place in the division. 

The Westerners are 17-18 overall. 

Game time is set for 6:30 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Newport Gulls 

July 26

Newport Folk Festival at Fort Adams 

The Newport Folk Festival, founded by George Wein in 1959, takes place on the grounds at Fort Adams State Park and features four stages of world-class musicians, food, vendors and a number of exhibits. Fort Adams is located at 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. One of the park system’s national treasures, Fort Adams is situated at the mouth of Newport Harbor with panoramic views of the Newport Bridge and the East Passage.

The festival runs rain or shine.

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PHOTO: Newport Folk Festival

July 27

Save the Bay Swim at Naval Station Newport

Swim, kayak or volunteer for Save The Bay’s largest annual fundraiser as 500 swimmers and nearly 200 kayakers trek 1.7 nautical miles across the Bay to raise money and awareness in an effort to protect and restore the Narragansett Bay and its watershed. Be a part of something big.

Find yourself at the Swim this July.

The event begins at 8:55 a.m. 

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July 27

Common Burying Ground Guided Tour 

The focus of the tour will be stones carved in the 1700s, many from the Stevens shop. A highlight of the visit will be God's Little Acre, the largest collections of gravestones for people of African heritage in Colonial New England. 

The tour begins at 10 a.m. 

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PHOTO: Newport Historic Cemetery Commission

July 27

Middletown Aquidneck Growers Market at Newport Vineyard

Our Saturday market runs year-round, in summer held in a beautiful field surrounded by open space and the vines of the Newport Vineyard and Winery.

Now in its 22nd season our market has 20 regular vendors, guest artisans and live music every week. Pick up your groceries and head inside for wine tasting

The market opens at 9 a.m. 

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July 27

Cars & Coffee at Salve Regina University: Mcauley Hall

Kick-off your Saturday morning with a cup of coffee while looking at some amazing cars. 

The event begins at 7:30 a.m. 

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PHOTO: Audrain Auto

July 28

Newport International Polo Series at Newport Polo Grounds 

Witness the excitement of one of the fastest ball sports in the world, played at thoroughbred racing speed when Team USA/Newport takes on challengers from around the world and major U.S. Cities in the Newport International Polo Series.

Bring a picnic & blanket to spread on the lawn or reserve centerfield Pavilion seats. 

Entering its 28th season, audiences of several thousand attend the weekly contests, one of Newport’s most popular summer attractions, a Gilded Age tradition, open to the public.

The match begins at 5 p.m. 

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July 28

Newport Music Festival 2019 Gala at Ochre Court

Newport Music Festival Gala Featuring Metropolitian Star Nathan Gunn and Concert Pianist Julie Gunn 

The event begins at 6 p.m. 

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July 28

NIMFest Concert with October Road: a Tribute to James Taylor at King Park Beach

NIMFest concert with October Road: a tribute to James Taylor. 

Fun for families with lawn seating, playground, food truck, BBQ and bathroom facilities.

Free parking on Wellington Ave.

The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. 

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July 28

The Newport Show at Newport Historical Society

Celebrating 13 years, The Newport Show is New England’s premier fine art & antiques event.

It features more than 40 of the country’s top dealers in one scenic location offering a diverse selection of modern & contemporary art, home furnishings & even fashionable attire. It’s a must-see event for collectors & enthusiasts.

The event begins at 10 a.m. 

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