Newport Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Newport and surrounding areas
Newport celebrates the holiday season with Gilded Age elegance along Bellevue Avenue and the Cliff Walk, where Holiday lights and winter decorations transform mansions into storybook settings. Events like Sparkling Lights at The Breakers and Holidays at the Newport Mansions pair with Christmas in Newport festivities and Santa visits to create memorable seasonal moments. From Christmas markets to concerts and waterfront activities, there are many things to do amid glittering lights and historic splendor.
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Christmas Markets
26 eventsCity-wide holiday celebration with historic traditions
Christmas Lights
17 eventsHistoric Gilded Age mansions adorned for the holidays
Christmas Shows
16 eventsNew England's beloved holiday tradition in an intimate theater setting.
Christmas Parties
5 eventsBrunch with Santa Claus
Christmas Activities
36 eventsTown-wide holiday illumination event
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Christmas in Newport
City-wide holiday celebration with historic traditions
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Christmas in Edgartown
(Edgartown)
Charming New England town's annual holiday transformation
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Holidays at the Newport Mansions
Historic Gilded Age mansions adorned for the holidays
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Sparkling Lights at The Breakers
Holiday lights and mansion tour
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The Nutcracker
(Providence)
Annual holiday tradition featuring Tchaikovsky's classic ballet.
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Illuminate PVD New Year's Eve Celebration and Fireworks Display
(Providence)
New Year's Eve fireworks over the Providence River
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Newport Christmas Events Map
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Newport Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade and the Sparkling Lights at The Breakers, both drawing large crowds with their festive displays and activities.
Newport’s unique traditions include the Christmas Boat Parade, where decorated yachts and bayfront homes compete in a light display competition, and the candlelight-inspired illumination of historic neighborhoods during Christmas in Newport.
Historic areas like Bellevue Avenue and the Point, along with bayfront neighborhoods participating in the Ring of Lights, are known for their impressive holiday light displays.
Local artisan markets and craft fairs are often held in community centers and public spaces near Newport, featuring vendor stalls with handmade gifts and seasonal treats.
Free or low-cost activities include visiting neighborhood light displays, attending the Fire & Lights Festival at Newport Dunes, and exploring public holiday markets with no admission fees.
Family-friendly options include the Fire & Lights Festival with inflatables and bonfires, Sparkling Lights at The Breakers with warm drinks and festive music, and holiday markets offering crafts and Santa visits.