The Newport Winter Festival is excited to be back again this year for another exciting 10 days of Events! We look forward to you all joining us for family fun, musical entertainment, and all the festivities!

Schedule of Events

9am-5pm: Newport Helicopter Tours at Newport Helicopter Tours, 211 Airport Access Road.

$15 off any tour w/bracelet. (Only one discount per tour, 2 passenger minimum)

A variety of tours to choose from! Visit newporthelicoptertours.com 401.843.8687

9am-12pm: Winterfest Sweetheart Cookie Creations at Stoneacre Garden, 151 Swinburne Row, Newport - During the Aquidneck Grower's Market

Children participating must have an adult present for supervision and please advise use of any food allergies beforehandAbout Each child will get two heart-shaped cookies and one extra-large chocolate chip cookie to decorate. We'll provide everything you need to create sweet treats, including frosting, sprinkles, and all the decorating essentials. Plus, each child will enjoy a cozy cup of hot chocolate to sip on while they decorate. It's the perfect way to celebrate Valentine's Day with a little creativity and a lot of sweetness!

10am, 12pm, & 2pm: Beautiful Beach Trail Rides at Newport Equestrian Academy, 287 Third Beach Rd. Just 10 mins from Newport!

We offer beautiful 2hr beach trail rides, a scenic trail ride with a castle up on the Hill, it looks like you're in Ireland with breathtaking Coastal views. Inexperienced riders are welcome. We do give you instruction before you go out.

Cost: $150/ $125 with a bracelet, $25 discount for a 2-hour ride per person. By reservation only 401-837-4188

10am-4pm: Newport Mansions Tours

Step back in time to the Gilded Age at The Breakers (44 Ochre Point Ave) and Marble House (596 Bellevue Ave) and hear fascinating stories of the people who lived and worked in these grand summer palaces.

$3 off admission w/bracelet, accompanying children free. 15% discount in Newport Mansions Stores with bracelet.www.NewportMansions.org

10:30am-12pm & 1pm-3:30pm: Make Your Own Slime at Cutie Curls, 49 Long Wharf Mall, Newport

Come and make your own slime with us. You wil have a ton of choices to decorate your slime creations.

Cost: $15.00, $2 off with Bracelet, use code Winter2025

10:30am-3:30pm: Sea Shell Frame Art Classes- Daily at Cutie Curls, 49 Long Wharf Mall, Newport

Enjoy creating your one-of-a-kind fiberglass 5 x7 seashell framed art piece with us. We will have a buffet of sand, shell and sea glass for you to create with. All supplies are included. Visit www.cutiecurlsri.com to purchase tickets

11am, 1pm & 3pm: Guided Tours of Historic Fort Adams at Fort Adams State Park, 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport

Visit Historic Fort Adams, America's most complex coastal fortification. Guided tours take you to the top of the Forts ramparts for a spectacular view of Newport Harbor, then deep beneath the walls into the underground listening tunnels. Adults: $20, $5 off with bracelet.

Tours and Tour Routes are weather dependent. Visit www.fortadams.org for more information or call 401-841-0707

11am-3:30pm: The 28th Annual Chili Cook-Off at Newport Marriott, 25 America's Cup Ave. Newport

Winter heats up as area restaurants and caterers compete to see who has the best chili in town! Bring your appetite, sharpen your taste buds, and join in the fun as you choose your favorite chili! From classic recipes to unique twists, you'll find a chili to satisfy every craving. So mark your calendars and bring your appetite for a day filled with flavor, fun, and friendly competition! To enter your chili call 401.847.7666.

11am, 1pm & 3pm: Newport Vineyard Winery Tours at Newport Vineyards, 909 E Main Rd, Middletown

Join us for our Tour and Tasting Experience! Tour now offered during operating days at 12pm & 2pm. Enjoy a 20 minute tour led by one of our wine educators to learn about Newport Vineyards history, winemaking, and a bit about our onsite brewery Taproot Brewing Co.

Then enjoy a tasting of 4 wines. Book in advance via our website, or limited walk-ins available. BOOKING LINK

$30/p for tour and tasting, save 15% with Winterfest bracelet, contact [email protected] for discount code

11am-5pm: Make Your Own Soap at Newport Sea Foam at Newport Sea Foam Trading Co 415 Thames Street.

Create a unique soap bar like no other! This activity is great for all ages. $13/$11 w/bracelet. 401.743.7685.

11:30am-2pm, 2:30pm-5pm: 29th Annual Newport Vineyards WINEterfest Weekend at Newport Vineyards, 909 E Main Rd, Middletown.

$42 GA, $39 Cru members, $35 Winterfest bracelets https://www.newportvineyards.com/event/wineterfest/

Warm up, and toast to the new year with our annual WINEter Festival! Two days full of grape stomping, wine and beer tasting, and eating tasty festive treats! Enjoy live music while sipping on our local wines or fresh Taproot beer, and noshing on food created by scratch from our culinary team. Feeling competitive? Volunteer to compete in our grape stomping or stein hoisting competitions!

12pm–5pm: Greenvale Vineyards Wine Tasting at 582 Wapping Rd., Portsmouth

Tasting includes 5 wines and a wine glass. Weather permitting. 15% off wine purchases w/bracelet.

12pm- 5pm: Make your own Perfume! at Newport Aromatherapy, 221 Third St. 302 Tower

Make your own Perfume! Learn to create aromatherapy perfume blends with healer and chemist, Cynthia LaBonte. $20 or $15 w/ bracelet. 401.835.8781 All ages activity! Great for boys and girls! Visit www.newportaromatherapy.com for more information and to contact

7pm: The Magic and Illusions of Jason Purdy at Newport Harbor Island Resort

Magician Jason Purdy incorporates magic, comedy, mind-reading, close-up sleight of hand as well as dramatic stage illusions. Treat yourself to a fun filled evening of magical entertainment at its best! Don't miss the opportunity to experience 'The Magic of Jason Purdy'!

Cost: $10 with bracelet, and $13 without bracelet

8:30pm: Bennie and The Jets a Premier Elton John Tribute! at Newport Marriott, 25 America's Cup Ave

Join us for an awesome night with Bennie and The Jets, a Premier Elton John Tribute Band! Get ready to sing and dance to all your favorite Elton John hits, like "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road", "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds", "I'm Still Standing" and More. Performed live at the Newport Marriott Hotel. This in-person event will transport you back in time with the incredible music and energy of Elton John. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to experience the magic of Elton John's music brought to life by the talented members of Bennie and The Jets. Grab your friends and get ready for a night of pure entertainment!

Cost: $25 in advance or with a bracelet/ $30 at the door

9pm-1am: Live Music at One Pelham East & Top of Pelham, 270 Thames Street.

Cost of cover charge to public varies $5-/$10 per night. FREE cover charge w/bracelet on ground floor and FREE admittance for standing room only on TOP floor. 401.847.9460.