10 Great Things to do in Newport This Weekend - June 16

June 16

Columbus' Ships, the Nina and the Pinta Are in Newport

For the history buffs. 

Replicas of Christopher Columbus’ ships the Nina and the Pinta will be docked at Fort Adams as part of an enhanced sailing museum. 

The public is invited to walk aboard the ships for a self-guided tour every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

The ships leave Newport on Monday. 

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June 16

Newport Gulls vs Keene at Cardines Field 

The Newport Gulls are back at home to take on Keene at Cardines Field. 

Newport is currently 2-5 on the season. 

First pitch is set for 6:30 p.m. 

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June 16

Secret Garden Tours Around Newport 

Discover gardens that you never knew existed by taking a walking tour of private gardens located in Newport. 

Each tour features about a dozen gardens. 

Tours run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

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June 17

Pierre Cardin Fashion Show at the Breakers

Legendary fashion designer Pierre Cardin's work will be on display during a fashion runway show at The Breakers to help introduce a new fashion exhibition highlighting some of his greatest work. 

The fashion show will feature almost 90 looks demonstrating a range of his work and some of his best projects. 

The fashion show begins at 5 p.m. and will be followed by a champagne reception. 

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NOTE: It was announced on Thursday that Cardin would not be there. 

June 17

Weekend Music Series at Newport Vineyards: Silverteeth 

Head to Newport Vineyards to drink some great wine and listen to great music from the band Silverteeth. 

The group will perform from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 

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June 17

Norman Bird Sanctuary's 11th Annual 5K Run/Walk

Head to Norman Bird Sanctuary for the 11th annual 5K run or walk. 

The run goes from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and will take participants past second and third beach as well as through the Sanctuary. 

Kids can participate by joining the Frosty Freez Kids’ Run.

Following the run, there will be music by DJ Butch as well as drinks and an award ceremony back at the Sanctuary. 

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June 18

Bristol Oyster Festival at DeWolf Tavern

The Bristol Oyster Festival includes more than six varieties of oysters with live shucking demonstrations, music, a silent auction, food trucks and much more. 

The festival is a great way to celebrate Father’s day while giving to the March of Dimes. 

Last year, the festival raised over $6000 for the March of Dimes. 

The festival goes from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

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June 18

Bloody Mary Bar at Top of Newport 

Spend part of you Father's day at the Bloody Mary Bar at the Top of Newport. 

The Top of Newport provides everything you need to build your own drink and blend it with any combination of vodka, celery salt and more. 

The bar is open from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. 

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June 18

Free Admission for Dads at the Newport Car Museum

The Newport Car Museum is giving dads free admission on Father's Day when accompanied by a family member. 

The car museum features some of the coolest cars that you can find includes Corvettes, Fords, and Fin cars. 

The museum is open daily at 10 a.m. 

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June 18

Father's Day BBQ at Mount Hope Farm

Celebrate Father's Day by taking dad out to the BBQ at Mount Hope Farm. 

The BBQ will include Cajun fried turkey, beef sliders, wood smoked chicken, pork ribs, salads, and a summer shortcake bar.

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