February 20 – 24, 2025 Get ready to take the plunge at Newport’s Eleventh Annual Winter Swim Festival! From ice-cold swims and whimsical hat competitions to cozy after-parties and hearty dinners around town, this five-day extravaganza celebrates winter in the most...
The Newport Downtown Development (NDD) Marketing and Communications team plays a vital role in shaping the image and promoting the vibrancy of Newport’s historic downtown. Their work involves a variety of activities, all aimed at attracting visitors, supporting...
2024 was a pretty amazing year for Newport Downtown Development! Here’s a quick summary of all the things we’ve been working on this year. Maybe reading about some of these projects will inspire you to join us as a volunteer. Our Events Crew, co-led by Colin Matthews...
Over the last few years, lots of folks have expressed frustration that the businesses on E Main St. are not considered part of Newport’s Designated Downtown. Although it was a State requirement that we focus on Main Street and the Waterfront Plaza in our effort to...
We’re thrilled to announce that Newport Downtown Development (NDD) has been awarded a $112,000 grant from the state to launch an exciting new program: a network of mobile vendor carts along Main Street. This transformative project is designed to enhance our bustling...
For the past six years, Donna Mandart has brought the spirit of Christmas to life in Newport with her breathtaking Christmas Village displays. What started as a small holiday tradition has become a cherished annual event, spreading joy to residents and visitors alike....
