Good morning, Newport.

Little Feat, a Los Angeles band, will headline the 29th annual IYRS Summer Gala on Saturday, July 11 at 6 p.m. at the IYRS School of Technology and Trades campus at 449 Thames St as part of their farewell tour supporting the nonprofit school.

Local entrepreneur Bob Mastin, founder of Custom House Coffee in Middletown, has released his book Liberty Call, which explores Newport’s coffee history from colonial times to its post-Quonset era (signed copies are available at his store).

His work highlights the city’s unique blend of military heritage and brewing tradition.

Newport Little League opened registration for its spring 2026 youth baseball, softball and T-ball season for kids 4 to 12.

Fees are $70 for the first player and $40 per sibling (cap $140) as the league will soon announce preseason clinics, player evaluations and opening day details.

Winter Fest Princess Party

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Wellness & Wine: Zumba with Tracy

10 AM – 12 PM — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — $28 — Energize with Zumba and enjoy a wine tasting among vineyard views.

Songwriters in the Round: Natalie Paige, Myah Sallena, Ben Hoke

7 p.m. — Pump House Music Works — Free entry — Experience a night of intimate acoustic performances featuring evocative original music from talented songwriters.

Newport St Patrick's Day Parade

11 a.m. — Newport City Hall — Free entry — Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a festive parade featuring leprechauns and community spirit.