Nightlife

As the colonial capital of Rhode Island, Newport was the first of the thirteen colonies to declare its independence from England on May 4, 1776

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Featured Live Music in Newport, RI

H2O
359 Thames Street
Newport (401)849-4466

H2O is shaping up to be one of Newport's newest hotspots for live music. In the afternoons, enjoy a more mellow fare, with acoustic players. After dinner hours, the place comes alive with everything from rock to reggae, and some of New England's finest at that! Don't miss it.

Newport Blues Cafe
286 Thames Street
Newport RI (401)841-5510

Located in the heart of Newport, steps from the wharfs and many downtown hotels. Inside, you'll find a beautiful bar, multiple levels of seating facing the waterfront and some fine classic cuisine. Once darkness falls, the restaurant gets hopping with some of the finest musical acts in the northeast. Great place to make a night of it in Newport!

O'Brien's Pub & Restaurant
501 Thames Street
Newport (401)849-6623


A local's favorite for many years, O'Brien's is the place to go for a great pub atmosphere and nighttime fun. Enjoy a game of pool anytime, or sing karaoke, play trivia or dance to a DJ(check their website for exact details and dates). No matter what day of the week it is or what season you visit, there's always a good crowd and entertainment here.

The Landing Restaurant & Bar
30 Bowen's Wharf
Newport (401)847-4514


This popular nightlife destination features live music outdoors every afternoon and evening, dancing inside with a DJ each night.

Asterisk & Obelisk
599 Thames Street
Newport RI (401)841-8833

Live jazz usually on Sunday evenings with a hip crowd. Known for their great espresso martinis.

Castle Hill Inn & Resort
590 Ocean Drive
Newport RI (401)849-3800


Best oceanview in Newport - pull up an adirdack chair on the lawn and watch the world go by late afternoon and early evening.

Oceancliff Resort
Ocean Drive
Newport RI (401)841-8868

Live jazz on Monday afternoons outside.

Newport Blues Café
286 Thames Street
Newport RI (401)841-5510

Offering up some of the best blues bands in New England right in downtown Newport- if you love blues, this is the place to go. Serving dinner before the show. Check the website for complete listings.

Fastnet
1 Broadway
Newport RI (401)845-9311

This is the real deal- even the tables and chairs were imported from Ireland. Authentic pub atmosphere. Where a pint is a real pint of beer.

One Pelham East
270 Thames Street
Newport RI (401)847-9460

This nightclub is busy year-round with live music most nights. Pool tables also available. Usually a college crowd.

Rusty's
Wave Avenue
Middletown RI (401)846-3357

Live music and fun bands in a lively atmosphere. Dinner served nightly. Eclectic crowd varies from college-age to seniors depending on the band and night of the week. Good service and meals.

Pineapple's on the Bay
Hyatt Regency Goat Island
Newport RI (401)851-1234

Great sunset spot while listening to live music - excellent frozen drinks and burgers. Parking available.

Gas Light Grille
206 Thames Street
Newport RI (401)845-9300

In the heart of downtown Newport, open after a recent renovation. Live music most nights of the week. Often a college crowd. Cover charge when bands are playing.

The Landing
30 Bowen's Wharf
Newport RI (401)847-4514

The bar of choice for many college-age people up to their late 20's. Great layout offering indoor dancing upstairs with a DJ, inside and outside bars, and live music with an additional bar on the lower level. A fun place to hang out and meet people from all over.