FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20th
❅ 9am-5pm (Last admission at 4pm): Newport Mansions Tours
Step back in time to the Gilded Age at The Breakers (44 Ochre Point Ave), Rosecliff (548 Bellevue Ave) and The Elms (367 Bellevue Ave Open Fri-Sun) to hear fascinating stories of the people who lived and worked in these grand summer palaces.
$5 off admission w/bracelet, accompanying children under 12 are 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: $200/ $160 with a bracelet, 20% discount for a 2-hour ride per person. By reservation only 401-837-4188
❅ 10:30am: Winterfest Storytime at The Breakers Stables
Breakers Stables and Carriage House, 53 Coggeshall Avenue
Our annual tradition of Winterfest Story Time will take place at The Breakers Stable & Carriage House. In celebration of winter, families can listen to a winter-themed story, participate in craft projects and explore the stables. This program is geared toward participants ages 4 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All programs are free but space is limited, so advance registration is necessary
WinterFest 2026 | Newport Mansions - Reserve your Spot
❅ 10:30am-12pm: Hanging Record Design
Cutie Curls, 49 Long Wharf Mall, Newport
Choose between Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan, or Sabrina Carpenter stickers and decorate your very own record to hang in your room. We will have stickers, gems, rhinestones, flowers, glitter and pearls
Cost: $30, $2 off with your Bracelet, online code Winter2026. Visit www.cutiecurlsri.com to purchase tickets
❅ 10:30am-3:30pm: Crystal Gardens- Daily
Cutie Curls, 49 Long Wharf Mall, Newport
Come in and Create a one of a kind crystal garden with sand, crystals, plants and stones. $25/ $23 with winter fest bracelet, Code Winter2026. Visit www.cutiecurlsri.com to purchase tickets
❅ 10:30am-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.
11:00am: Discover Colonial Newport Tour
Meeting point: Colony House, Washington Square
Take a walk through the heart of 18th century Newport. Explore well-preserved colonial architecture, and learn about the diverse community that shaped this historic seaport town. This tour lasts approximately 75-90 mins.
Tickets $25/ $17 with bracelet, Kids Tickets $15/ $7 with bracelet
11am, 1pm & 3pm: Newport Vineyard Winery Tour & Tasting
Newport Vineyards, 909 E Main Rd, Middletown
Join us for our Tour and Tasting Experience! Tours now offered during operating days at 11am, 1pm & 3pm. 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 (+ tax & gratuity), save 15% with Winterfest bracelet, contact info@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.
❅ 12pm- 4:30pm: Make your own Perfume!
Newport Aromatherapy, 221 Third St Newport RI
Make your own Perfume! Learn to create aromatherapy perfume blends with healer and chemist, Cynthia LaBonte. $15 or $10 w/ bracelet. 401.835.8781 All ages activity! Great for boys and girls! Visit www.newportaromatherapy.com for more information and to contact
4pm: Colonial Newport Lantern Tour
Meeting point: Colony House, Washington Square
Enjoy a lantern-lit walk through Newport’s historic streets. Learn about Newport’s early history including stories of rebellion, revolution and religious liberty. This tour lasts approximately 75 minutes. Tickets $25/ $17 with bracelet, Kids Tickets $15/ $7 with bracelet
❅ 6:30pm: David Garrity IllusionQuest
Newport Marriottt
"IllusionQuest" is an exciting, family-oriented, main-stage, magic and illusion spectacular! Illusionist David Garrity and his magic team appear out of thin air, perform lightning fast transpositions and may even make someone from the audience float in the air! Another highlight of the performance is when David teaches a member of the audience how to perform the classic, 'Cutting A Lady In Half' illusion. The performance also features audience participation, situational comedy! Tickets $12 in Advance/ at the door with bracelet/ $15 at the door w/o bracelet
8pm: Newport WinterFest Stand Up Comedy Show
Newport Craft Brewing
Get ready for a night of laughs with three hilarious comedians from next Stop Comedy. Each performer brings their own unique style, sharp wit, and fresh perspective to the stage, delivering big punchlines and nonstop fun. One show, three voices, and plenty of comedy to keep you laughing all night! For ages 16*
9pm-1am: Live Music at One Pelham East & Top of Pelham
One Pelham East & Top of Pelham, 270 Thames Street.
Cost of cover charge to public varies $5-/$10 per night. FREE cover charge/admittance BEFORE 10pm w/bracelet on ground floor and FREE admittance for standing room only on TOP floor. 401.847.9460. *Bands subject to change, check on day of.