Welcome to the first week of December folks. Believe it or not the holiday season is already upon us and that means it’s time to start donning those tacky sweaters, listening to more Mariah and sippin’ on spiked hot chocolate.
To help throw you headfirst into the holiday season, we’ve planned out some seasonal weekend getaways for the month of December. And this weekend is no exception. If you’re looking to pack your car last minute and head out of town (do it), then we recommend driving in the direction of Newport, Rhode Island. That’s because the town’s 43rd Annual Christmas in Newport, RI celebration will be happening all month long. And if you go, here’s what to do this weekend.
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41 Mary Street, Newport, RI
I recommend staying at this lovely retreat mostly because of its amazing location and close proximity to downtown Newport. You won’t have to travel far to experience all of the holiday madness happening in and around town.
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43rd Annual Christmas in Newport, Rhode Island Celebration
Here’s what you can do while joining in the Christmas celebration this weekend in Newport:
Go on a Holiday Lantern Tour of Historic Newport
These tours are sponsored by The Newport Historical Society and offered every Thursday, Friday, Saturday from Dec. 5 through Dec. 28 at 4:30 p.m. The tour is $12 for adults but reservations are required so make yours soon. Check here for contact details.
Go to the 43rd Annual Bowen’s Wharf Tree Lighting and Open House
The annual tree lighting will happen at America’s Cup Ave. at 4:30p.m this Saturday, Dec. 7. Not only is the event free, but there will also be live music, caroling and more. Check here for contact details.
Listen to the Newport County Orchestra Holiday Concert
On Saturday, Dec. 7, you can catch this holiday concert at the Casino theatre in Newport. The performance begins at 3 p.m. The event costs $8 for general admission. Call 401-341-2295 for more details.
Catch the SantaCon Newport
On Saturday, December 7, everyone will be donned in their Santa Claus attire at this annual (and massive) gathering. The Santa Clauses will parade through the town of Newport for charity. The SantaCon will start and end at the Hyatt Regency Newport. Check out the website for more details.
For dinner head to the Polar Express Train Ride
No, seriously – this exists. If you’re really looking to get into the holiday spirit, why not climb aboard and have dinner on the Newport Dinner Train at 4 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Silly? Yes. But fun? Definitely.
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