❅ 10am & 11am: Save the Bay Seal Tours (1hr)

Bowen's Ferry Landing, 18 Market Square, Newport.

Join Save The Bay aboard one of our education vessels as we motor through historic Newport Harbor and take in 360º views of seals resting on Citing Rock off of Rose Island and the Newport Bridge. Book at: http://bit.ly/WinterFestSealTour

Regular Cost: $22 (Adult) / $17 (Child), Cost for Bracelet Wearers: $20 (Adult) / $15 (Child)

10am, 12pm, & 2pm: Beautiful Beach Trail Rides

Newport Equestrian Academy, 287 Third Beach Rd.

We offer beautiful beach trail rides, A Scenic ride with a castle and breathtaking Coastal views. It looks just like you're in Ireland! Pricing: $125/ $100 with a bracelet for a 2-hour ride per person. 1.5 hour is $100/ $80 with bracelet. By reservation only 401-837-4188

10am-4pm: Exploration Center and Aquarium

Easton’s Beach Rotunda, 175 Memorial Blvd., Newport, R.I.

Discover the world beneath the waves of Narragansett Bay! Our interactive marine science center is home to more than 40 local species, as well as three touch tanks and dozens of exhibits to get you up close and personal with little skates, dogfish sharks, urchins, crabs and lobsters, seahorses, turtles, and so much more. Regular Cost: $8, Cost for Bracelet Wearers: $6 Learn more at: https://www.savebay.org/aquarium

❅ 10am-4pm: DIY T-Shirt Artwork at Bite Me Live Bait Co.

337 Thames St. Newport

Create artwork onto our white t-shirts. $15/$12 w/bracelet

❅ 10:30am-5pm: Make Your Own Soap at Newport Sea Foam

Newport Sea Foam Trading Co 415 Thames Street. 

This activity is great for all ages. Get Crafty! Create your own soap bar with a unique scent and color!! Take it home to enjoy it right away! $10/$8 w/bracelet. 401.743.7685.

❅ 10:30am: Winterfest Storytime in The Breakers Stable

The Breakers Stables

Children can listen to classic stories, such as Jan Brett's "The Mitten," participate in interesting craft projects, and explore The Stable. This is free to everyone, but space is limited so advance registration is necessary.  Register Here. Children must be accompanied by an adult

11am: Road to Independence Walking Tour

Museum of Newport History& Shop at Brick Market, 127 Thames Street.

Riots and rebellion, enemies and allies! Learn about Newport’s role in the American Revolution. Tour costs $15 per person, $10 Newport Historical Society members, active duty and retired military with ID; $5 for children ages 5-12; with the Winter Festival button: $12 for adults and $3 for children ages 5-12.

❅ 11am-2pm: Discover Newport Activities

23 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI 02840

​Stop by Discover Newport for Free Popcorn from the Popcorn Lady and a Free Bounce House.  

❅ 11am- 4pm: Make your own Perfume!

Newport Aromatherapy, 182 Thames Street

Make your own Perfume! Learn to create aromatherapy perfume blends with healer and chemist, Cynthia LaBonte. $12/ $10 w/ bracelet. 401.846.1101. All ages activity! Great for Boys and Girls!

❅ 12pm & 2pm: Fort Adams Guided Tours

Historic Fort Adams, Fort Adams State Park, 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: $15, $3 off with bracelet. Youth (6-17): $8, $3 off with bracelet. 5 & Under: FREE

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

❅ 1pm-3pm: Princess Party at OceanCliff Castle- SOLD OUT

Ocean Cliff, 65 Ridge Rd, Newport 

Come Join your favorite Frozen Sisters at location truly royal for a princess! Enjoy treats fit for a princess. Wear your favorite princess attire for a royal afternoon filled with stories, songs and surprises! Co-Sponsored by OceanCliff/Newport Experience. $15 or $10 with Winter Fest Bracelet Questions? call 401-847-7666. No strollers allowed in the ballroom due to space. SOLD OUT

❅ 2pm-4pm: 32nd Annual Nacho Tasting

Brick Alley Pub, 140 Thames Street.

Sample Award Winning Nachos. Free w/bracelet and purchase of a beverage.

(One Free Sample per Day) 401.849.6334.

❅ 2:30pm-3:30pm: Kids Tennis Clinic

International Tennis Hall of Fame

194 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840

Kids ages 4-15 will learn to love the game with USTA. Juniors will have the chance to participate in 10 & under tennis, which uses age appropriate racquets, balls, and special equipment to enhance a child's tennis experience on court. Children ages 11-16 will be offered an introductory clinic with our talented teaching staff tailored to their skill level and experience. *Class size is limited* Please call 401-849-4777 to register in advance. Class Cost: $15 (Regular), $10 (with Winterfest Bracelet)

❅ 5pm-6pm: Feeding Frenzy at Save the Bay Exploration Center and Aquarium

175 Memorial Blvd. Newport.

Join the staff at the Save The Bay Exploration Center and Aquarium for an interactive and educational experience. Go behind the scenes to learn about and assist in feeding some of our favorite critters from Narragansett Bay! See little skates chow down, watch our stargazer electrify his prey, feast your eyes on sharks “tearing” into their dinner and much more. Book at: http://bit.ly/WinterFestFeedingFrenzy Regular Cost: $10, Cost with bracelet: $8

❅ 5pm-8pm: Kids Karaoke Night

Diego's Barrio Cantina, 116 Aquidneck Ave. Middletown

Free Karaoke for Kids!

6:00pm: Samuel Adams Beer Dinner at The Mooring Seafood Kitchen and Bar

The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar, 1 Sayers Wharf 

Enjoy this annual event as a visiting brewmaster from Sam Adams brewery guides guests through a selection of beers paired with a distinct menu specially prepared by the Mooring chefs for this occasion. Reception begins at 6:00pm; dinner at 6:30pm. $70pp/ $65pp w/ bracelet. Reservations are required. Please call 401.846.2260. Chefs will prepare a delicious 4 course meal with Welcome reception hors d'oeuvres, that will be paired with 5 Sam Adams Beers. Full Menu

7pm-9pm: Barrel Tasting (Beer Session)

Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co. 293 JT Connell Hwy, Newport

$30 pre-sale and at the door, $10 off with bracelet. 21 + Only.

If you have a WinterFest Bracelet, please call us at 401.849.5232 to process your ticket purchases.

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