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Get Out: Newport Arts Festival, Ghosts & More
In the mood for a "paranormal" weekend with the family? Then head out to Fort Adams to hunt for ghosts. Or, if that's not really your thing, head to the Newport Yachting Center for the annual arts festival.
Where/When: Newport Yachting Center, 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport | Saturday and Sunday, August 27 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., respectively
Why Go: If the array of scrumptious food—including a raw bar, chowder, homemade ice cream and more—isn't enough to draw you in, know that proceeds from the event will go toward providing services that support adults and children with special needs. There will be artisans of all kinds scattered across Newport's waterfront, as well as live music and children's entertainment.
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Pricing: $8/adult; children under 12 are free
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Where/When: Fort Adams, 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport | Friday, August 26 from 9 p.m. to midnight
Why Go: Guests are given three hours to explore Fort Adams with members of the Rhode Island Paranormal Group as guides, according to the event website. Cameras are allowed and attendees are asked to dress warmly.
Pricing: $30
Where/When: Conimicut Point Park, Point Ave., Warwick | Saturday, August 27 from noon to 5 p.m.
Why Go: Members of the Conimicut Village Association invite you to an afternoon of live entertainment, food vendors, and children's activities. Bring a picnic lunch or purchase something to eat at the event.
Pricing: Free
Where/When: Museum & Shop at Brick Market, 127 Thames Street, Newport | Saturday, August 27 at 11 a.m.
Why Go: Assuming it doesn't storm this weekend, get out to Newport for a 90-minute walking tour. Visit Colony House and Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House and discover the history surrounding slavery in Newport.
Pricing: $12/adult, $5 for chidlren 12 and under
Where/When: downtown Providence | Saturday, August 27 at 7:24 p.m.
Why Go: Enjoy the fleeting moments of summer and enjoy a romantic night at WaterFire. Walk along the river as the fires are being lit and soak in the sights of downtown Providence.
Pricing: Free
