THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20th
❅ 9am-5pm: Newport Helicopter Tours
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-5pm (Last admission at 4pm): Newport Mansions Tours
Step back in time to the Gilded Age at The Breakers (44 Ochre Point Ave), Marble House (596 Bellevue Ave) and The Elms (367 Bellevue Ave) to 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
10am, 12pm, & 2pm: Beautiful Beach Trail Rides
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.
Pricing: $150/ $125 with a bracelet, $25 discount for a 2-hour ride per person. By reservation only 401-837-4188
❅ 10:30am-3pm: Paint Party
Cutie Curls, 49 Long Wharf Mall, Newport
Come and paint with us. We will have a variety of wooden cutouts and canvas's to paint. We have lots of fun supplies to enhance your painting with like glitter and shells. Cost: $16.99, $2 off with your Bracelet, online code Winter2025. Visit www.cutiecurlsri.com for tickets.
❅ 10:30am: Winterfest Storytime at Rosecliff
Rosecliff, 548 Bellevue Ave, Newport
An annual tradition, WinterFest Story Time at the Newport Mansions is a celebration of the winter season! Families can listen to a winter-themed story, participate in craft projects and visit Rosecliff Mansion’s historic ballroom. This program is geared toward participants ages 4 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited so advance registration is necessary.
WinterFest 2025 | Newport Mansions - Reserve your Spot
❅ 10:30am-3:30pm: Sea Shell Frame Art Classes- Daily
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: Discover Colonial Newport
Museum of Newport History at the Brick Market at 127 Thames Street
Hear stories of entrepreneurship, African American heritage and religious diversity during Newport’s colonial period. This tour lasts approximately 75-90 mins. Tickets $20/ $17 with bracelet, Kids Tickets $10/ $7 with bracelet
❅ 11am, 1pm & 3pm: Guided Tours of Historic Fort Adams
Fort Adams State Park, 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport, RI
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- 3pm: Burgee Making Activity
The Sailing Museum, 365 Thames Street
Bring the entire family to The Sailing Museum for our Create Your Own Burgee activity! What is
a burgee? A burgee is a flag bearing the colors or emblem of a sailing club. The Mosbacher Room at The Sailing Museum will be filled with crafting supplies so you can create a real burgee that perfectly represents you, your family, or your boat.
Burgee and supplies are included with the cost of the event.
Price for Activity: $10 with Winterfest wristband/ $15 without wristband. Newport Winterfest wristband holders get 15% off admission to the museum.
❅ 11am-5pm: Make Your Own Soap at Newport Sea Foam
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.
11am, 1pm & 3pm: Newport Vineyard Winery Tours
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@newportvineyards.com for discount code
11am–5pm: Greenvale Vineyards Wine Tasting
582 Wapping Rd., Portsmouth
Tasting includes 5 wines and a wine glass. Weather permitting. 15% off wine purchases w/bracelet.
❅ 11am-6pm: Decorate your own Cupcakes!
Cupcake Charlie's, 135 Swinburne Row Newport
Come and decorate your own cupcakes! We will provide everything for you to create fun and delicious cupcakes. Including 2 cupcakes, frosting, sprinkles and candy toppings, and 2 special cupcake toppers!! Create your cupcake at our bakery or take home to enjoy with family and friends!
Price: $15.99 without bracelets/ $12.99 with bracelets
12pm - 2 pm: St. Mary’s Church Open
St. Mary's Church, Corner Spring Street & Memorial Blvd. West
Beautiful and historic Saint Mary's Church invites Winter Festival guests to stop in and visit.The 1852 Gothic Revival style building is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish and boasts beautiful Austrian-made stained glass windows.The church is on the National Register of Historic Places and is the site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. FREE For more information: www.stmarynewportri.org or StMaryNewport@gmail.com
12pm-5pm: Afternoon Tea at Stoneacre Brasserie
28 Washington Square, Newport
Enjoy our 2-for-1 afternoon tea with your bracelet at Stoneacre Brasserie for just $35. This offer is available for dine-in only.
Reservations are recommended but not required.
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Valid for all in-person guests.
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Tea towers cannot be packed to go if only one guest is present.
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Gluten-free and vegan options are available.
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While we can accommodate individual dietary restrictions, we cannot guarantee the ability to accommodate multiple restrictions.
❅ 12pm- 5pm: Make your own Perfume!
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
1pm & 3pm: French Winter Wine and Cheese Tasting aboard the Coastal Queen
5 Bowen's Landing, Bowen's Wharf, Newport
Jamestown wine shop Grapes and Gourmet presents their favorite French winter wines and cheeses in a tasting aboard the Coastal Queen. As you sip your wine, you will cruise along the historic sights in magnificent Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. The boat's spacious interior is warm and weatherproof and the top deck is enclosed for comfort. Tickets are 15% off with Winter Fest Bracelet Wrist bands can be presented at the Coastal Queen Ticket Booth upon purchase. Ticket Cost: $45 Duration 90min Buy Tickets
❅ 1pm-4pm: Jazz for Kids at Greenvale
Greenvale Vineyards, 582 Wapping Road, Portsmouth.
The artists will entertain guests and they will love enjoying jazz in a setting incorporated with old time standards. Wine tasting will be available for purchase. FREE/Open to the public. 401.847.3777.
❅ 1pm-8pm: Mini Golf + Games
Newport Vineyards, 909 E Main Road, Middletown
Join us for a special Newport Winter Festival Week mini golf & games day at Taproot Brewing Co. & Newport Vineyards! Tee up in the winery for 9 rounds of mini golf, challenge your friends to indoor yard games, and more! Your first pint or glass is included in your 21+ Mini-Golf ticket! All ages welcome! https://www.newportvineyards.com/event/mini-golf/
$18 for adults/$7 under 21 (no bracelet) • $14 for adults/ $6 under 21 w/ bracelet
Bracelet holders can email proof of purchase to @info@newportvineyards.com for discount promo code!
❅ 2pm- Raise the Alarm: Newport Fire Department Through the Decades
Richard I. Burnham Resource Center, 82 Touro Street, Newport
Guided Exhibit Tours of Raise the Alarm: Newport Fire Department through the Decades. This exhibit showcases the history of the Newport Fire department starting with the purchase of Newport’s first fire engine in 1734.
$10/person or Free with your Winter Fest Bracelet
❅ 2pm-3pm: Junior Tennis Clinic
International Tennis Hall of Fame, 194 Bellevue Avenue, Newport
Kids ages 6 - 16 years old will learn to love the game with an ITHF Pro. Class size is limited and advance registration is required.
Call 401-849-4777 to reserve your junior’s spot. Class Cost: $15 (Regular), $10 (with Winterfest Bracelet)
Clinics will be hosted on Tuesday, February 18th and Thursday, February 20th from 2:00pm – 3:00pm
❅ 3pm-5pm: Newport Pickleball Club Family Social / Open House
Newport Pickleball Club, 866 W. Main Rd, Middletown
Discover the fun of pickleball at the Newport Pickleball Club Open House. Bring the whole family and experience the fastest growing sport in America. Our pros will be on hand to provide tips to every level player. Complementary courts, rackets, and balls provided.
Come alone or come with a group. Connect with other Pickleball enthusiasts.
Come see what the buzz is about—we can’t wait to meet you on the court!
Registration: Required for all participants. Click here to sign up and join the fun: Register Now
❅ 6:30pm: Robert Clarke Magician/Comedy/Juggler
Newport Harbor Island Resort
Superb, sophisticated and stylish! Boston Magician & Juggler Robert Clarke will entertain, mystify and keep you wanting more. Providing total variety magic shows in Boston and beyond that includes awesome magic, cool juggling skills, hilarious comedy routines and tons of audience interaction. This show is non-stop, high energy and crowd pleasing. A show for all ages young and old and not to be missed.
7pm-9pm: Cozy Cups & Canvas, Paint Night at The Reef
The Reef, 10 Howard Wharf, Newport, RI
Cozy Cups & Canvas. Choose Between A Wine Glass or Hot Cocoa Mug For An Artist Guided Painting!
Tickets Available In Person Or call us at 401-324-5852
Paint night at the Reef, 18+, tickets will be sold at $15 with a bracelet and $20 without. 15% off bill with winter fest bracelet
7pm-10pm Winterfest Concert at Jane Pickens
Jane Pickens Theater, 49 Touro Street, Newport
3 Bands, one Night! Live Music by local artists. Show features New England artists Dan Burke And The Royal Treatment, Melo Green, and Princess June. Tickets are $25, 15% off with Bracelet Purchase tickets at www.Janepickens.com
8:30pm: Annual Best Hot Drink Contest
The Red Parrot Restaurant, 348 Thames Street.
The competition heats up as judges determine the Best Hot Drink in Newport! Local bars and restaurants are invited to compete for the Festival Plaque. Guests 21+ will get to sample the delightful concoctions as well as enjoy drink specials. To enter, contact the Red Parrot 401.847.3140. Contestants must provide their own liquor, garnishes and glassware. FREE Admission.