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Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newport WinterFest (38th year) begins Friday, Feb. 13 and lasts for 10 days, featuring events such as the inaugural Weinerfest on Feb. 21 and the 29th Annual Chili Cook-Off on Feb. 14 with $10 bracelets offering discounts at events, stores, and restaurants in Newport and Middletown. The Newport Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Freshman forward Lorelei Blanchard scored in the first period as the East Bay Riptide won a 1-0 game against the Northern RI Yeti Co-Op on Friday night at Portsmouth Abbey. The event raised funds and awareness for athlete mental health through Sophie’s Squad (nonprofit). What's Up Newp
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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.
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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.
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Winter Fest Princess Party
1-3 p.m. — OceanCliff Hotel — $ — Get ready for a magical time where little ones can meet their favorite princesses.
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Winter Mini Golf and Games Night
1-8 p.m. — Taproot Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled mini golf and games night during Newport Winter Festival Week.
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The Cowsills Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Check venue for ticket details — Enjoy the infectious harmonies of the family band that inspired The Partridge Family.
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Won't Back Down - Tribute to Tom Petty
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Wyndham Newport Hotel — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate the legendary music of Tom Petty in a heartfelt tribute show.
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Dumpling Eating Contest
12-4 p.m. — Yagi Noodles — Entry fee applies — Get ready to stuff your face at the 4th Annual Dumpling Eating Contest!
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Grateful Dub Tribute Concert
9:00-11:59 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Tickets starting at $60 — Experience the sounds of the Grateful Dead like never before with Grateful Dub.
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Wellness & Wine: Zumba with Tracy
10 AM – 12 PM — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — $28 — Energize with Zumba and enjoy a wine tasting among vineyard views.
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