5 Weekend Musts: Tall Ships in Newport + More
Thursday, July 05, 2012
Newport Harbor will be bristling with tall masts and the sails that go with them this weekend. The Tall Ships are back!
Ocean State Tall Ships Festival, Newport
Friday-Thursday They're back! Sailing ships will flock to Newport, as part of the Tall Ships Challenge. The beautiful waterfront is a perfect place to watch these ships sail by, while also enjoying great food, music, and entertainment. Visitors will also have a chance to explore these majestic vessels, and meet crew members from all over the world. 29 Truro St, Newport. 10am-5pm. (401) 847-6787. oceanstatetallships.com
New Bedford Summerfest
Friday-Sunday This Festival brings together over 70 well-known and emerging musicians. This festival isn’t only about music, it will also host many local artists and crafters from Maine to California, including an International Bazaar. And of course, this festival is prepared to feed their hungry patrons, with local restaurants, street carts, and a food court. New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, 33 William St, New Bedford. Friday concert starts at 6pm, and Saturday-Sunday 11am-10pm. (508) 642-2103. www.newbedfordsummerfest.com
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Music, food, and all kinds of festivities come to India Point Park this Sunday at the oldest celebration of Cape Verdean culture in the country.
31st Annual Snug Harbor Shark Tournament, Wakefield, South Kingstown
Saturday-Sunday Anglers can enter to compete to catch the largest Mako, Blue, and Thresher sharks. Last year’s cash prize was over $25,000! This exciting fishing expedition concludes with a Sunday cookout. Snug Harbor Marina, 410 Gooseberry Rd, Wakefield. (401) 783-7766. www.snugharbormarina.com
50th Annual Wickford Art Festival, Wickford, North Kingstown
Saturday-Sunday This high-ranking arts festival is aimed at supporting students who are passionate about fine arts and aim to further their educations. An added benefit? Wickford's fine shops and splendid waterfront. Wickford Art Association, 36 Beach St, Wickford.10am-6pm. (401) 294-6840. www.wickfordart.org
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