Good morning, Newport.

In 1976, Newport celebrated the U.S. bicentennial with tall ships, a visit from Queen Elizabeth II, parades representing heritage groups, and a regilded Independent Man that boosted local patriotism and transformed the waterfront — a turning point that spurred tourism.

Newport's largest privately owned mansion, Seaview Terrace (also known as the Carey Mansion), sold for $16 million on Jan.

18 at 3:09 p.m. after originally being listed at $29.9 million, making it the highest-priced residential sale since 2021.

The Salve Regina Seahawks beat the Coast Guard Bears 94-69 on Saturday at Rodgers Recreation Center, with senior captains Seymour and McMullen scoring 21 and 18 points respectively, and they will host Babson Tuesday at 7 p.m. (game stats confirmed).

Aztec Two-Step 2.0 Concert

7:30-10 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the folk/rock sounds of Aztec Two-Step 2.0 blending musical narratives and warm harmonies.

Back In Black - Tribute to AC/DC

9:00-11:59 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to classic AC/DC hits with this electrifying tribute concert.

Musical Salon Series: Romanticism & Musical Poetry

6:30 – 8:15 PM — Rough Point — Small bites and drinks included — Experience the poignant beauty of piano trios from celebrated composers alongside literary readings.

Newport Winter Glendi 2026

6:00 PM - 12:30 AM — Wyndham Newport Hotel — Full donation event — Enjoy a night of dinner, drinks, and live dance performances to support local charities.

You Got Gold - John Prine Tribute

4:30-8:30 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the music and legacy of John Prine with a heartfelt tribute performance.

An Evening with Violinist Rachel Barton Pine

7:30 p.m. — Rosecliff — Ticket prices vary — Experience the virtuosic talent and soulful musicianship of acclaimed violinist Rachel Barton Pine.

In Bannister’s Footsteps Exhibition

2-3:30 p.m. — Bristol Art Museum — Free entry — Explore the life and work of Edward Mitchell Bannister in this special art exhibition.

Beatles Tribute Concert

7:30 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Experience Boston’s celebrated Beatles tribute band performing classic hits from 1962–1966.

30th Annual WINEterfest

11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — $45 General Admission — Celebrate Valentine's Weekend with wine, beer, and friendly competitions to warm you from the winter chill.

Winter Fest Princess Party

1-3 p.m. — OceanCliff Hotel — $ — Get ready for a magical time where little ones can meet their favorite princesses.