10 Great Things to do in Newport This Weekend - September 21, 2018

September 21

Summer Rides With Belgium Brewing and Bike Newport 

Come and have the ultimate Newport experience. 

Ride with Bike Newport around Newport and end the evening a bar for a few New Belgium beverages. Bike to Beer!

Fun times ahead as the rides feature New Belgium swag giveaways, glassware beer and the chance to win a New Belgium Bike

Rides go from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 

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September 21

Above and Below at Spring Bull Studio Gallery 

Spring Bull Gallery is honored to showcase the paintings of two renowned master pastel artists, Michele Poirier-Mozzone and Jacob Aguiar in “Above and Below” for the September Exhibition.​

The exhibit is open from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. 

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September 22

Newport Music Festival: Chamber Music Series Featuring Ariel Quartet 

The award-winning Ariel Quartet was formed in Israel nearly twenty years ago when its members were middle-school students.

The Quartet was recently awarded the prestigious Cleveland Quartet Award and serves as the Faculty Quartet-in-Residence at the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music. 

This performance includes Newport Art Museum admission and a complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres reception prior to the concert and during intermission.

The event goes from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

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September 22

Newportout Drag Queen Cruise at Adirondack II 

Come toast goodbye to the summer sun, meet new friends, and delight in the charm, beauty, hilarity, and talent of Newport's beloved Trailer Park Girl drag performers.

The boat will depart at 1 PM. Please arrive by 12:45. The boat leaves from Bowen's Wharf in Downtown Newport. 

The event goes from 12:45 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. 

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September 22

Special Collections Open House at Redwood Library 

 Join our special collections staff to celebrate with a spread of old and rare volumes that will approach the turning of the season from a number of different angles. We will have out some astronomical works, almanacs, and treatises on plants, planting and the harvest that range from the 16th century to the 19th. Free and open to all.

The event goes from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. 

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September 22

The Rosé Lifestyle Of Saint-Tropez at Gurney's Newport Resort & Marina 

Enjoy complimentary Whispering Angel and meet & greet with Paul Chevalier of Château D’Esclans - co-developer of one of the most exclusive rosés in the world, Garrus rosé.

The event goes from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 

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September 22

Motors & Mansions at Fort Adams 

Join The Preservation Society of Newport County and the Audrain Automobile Museum for Cars & Coffee on Bellevue Avenue every month this summer through October. 

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September 22

Newport International Polo Series at Newport Polo Grounds 

Watch as all-star lineups of international competitors take the field. 

Enjoy the amenities of the centerfield Pavilion, or throw a tailgate party for a unique option for a group, or spread your picnic on the lawn and relax.

The match begins at 5 p.m. 

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September 23

Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival 

Magnificent wines from around the world, fabulous food from local, regional and national chefs, artisanal food purveyors, cooking demos on our Monogram Culinary Stage, interactive activities and an exquisite ocean view are all included in your Grand Tasting experience.​

The festival takes place from 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m 

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September 23

Traditional Irish Music Session at Fastnet Irish Pub 

Live traditional Irish music every Sunday night, hosted by A. O. Gutierrez, Tim May, and Jack Wright. Family-friendly- arrive early to secure a table if you plan on eating.

The event goes from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

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