Good morning, Newport.

Audrain Automobile Museum will mark America’s 250th anniversary on Sunday, July 19 with a free event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bellevue Avenue, showcasing Declaration of Independence documents and a 1965 Aston Martin DB5 from Thunderball featuring Newport Artillery Company and Uxbridge Fife Drum Corps (live military music).

French in Newport returns this weekend with a wreath-laying at King Park on July 11 at 10 a.m. and history reenactments at Trinity Church at noon, while the Newport Kite Festival celebrates 40 years with live music and interactive fun on July 11+12 at Brenton Point.

Providence-based indie rock group Lazy Trail will headline the free opening concert of NIMFest 2026 on Sunday, July 12 from 3 to 6 p.m. at King Park Gazebo at 125 Wellington Ave in Newport & Providence artist Hey Rel will open the set.

Eighteen restaurants in Rhode Island earned Wine Spectator awards for their wine programs today.

Matunuck Atelier in Wakefield and Claudine in Providence received top awards, part of a national group of 4,012 establishments honored for exceptional wine lists.

Newport Classical Music Festival: Sandbox Percussion & Kristin Lee

8-10 p.m. — The Breakers — Cost not listed — Experience a breathtaking performance by Sandbox Percussion alongside violinist Kristin Lee at a historic venue.

The Jeweled Collective: Jewelry Pop-Up

2-5 p.m. — Newport Harbor Island Resort — Free entry — Explore fine vintage, antique, and contemporary jewelry from various talented artisans.

Newport Kite Festival

12-6 p.m. — Brenton Point State Park — Free entry — Experience the joy of colorful kites soaring high at Rhode Island's beloved annual festival.

The Lafayette Band Concert

5-7 p.m. — Touro Park — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening of historic music in the beautiful setting of Touro Park.

Willie J Laws Jr and The Ocean Mistics Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Cost not specified — Experience a night of modern funky blues with deep Texas roots music.

The Earl Knightwood Band at The Towers

7-10 p.m. — The Towers — $20 Tickets available at the door — Experience the rhythmic fusion of R&B, Funk, and Soul with The Earl Knightwood Band.

Pomham Rocks Lighthouse Morning Tours

9-11:30 a.m. — Edgewood Yacht Club — Ticket required — Explore a beautifully restored historical lighthouse and its scenic surroundings.

Newport Jazz Age Weekend

All weekend — Founders Hall — Check website for costs — Experience the vibrant spirit of the Jazz Age with music, dance, and more.

NIMFEST 2026

5-6 p.m. — King Park — Free entry — Experience lively performances at the Newport Independent Music Festival in a beautiful park setting.

Sunset Tours of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Edgewood Yacht Club — Cost details not provided — Discover the history of a restored local lighthouse during a scenic sunset tour.