Event Schedule 2011
6th Annual Newport Concours d'Elegance
Sunday, May 23, 10am - 4pm
A collection of elegant motorcars, flying motorbikes and haute couture. Sponsor's Ride & Drives. Display of exotic sports cars, awards presentation. Adults $22; Youth $10 (15 and younger).
For more information visit www.newportconcours.org or www.fortadams.org or contact Laurie Labrecque at 401.841.0707 or at llabrecque@fortadams.org
Fort Adams Family Fun Day
Saturday, June 4, 11am - 4pm [rain date June 5]
A great day of fun! Admission is FREE for the entire family. This year's theme is health, wellness, nutrition & fitness. The day will be filled with entertainment, a wide variety of activities and games, learning experiences and various vendor booths. The March of Dimes is organizing a Touch-A-Truck Event - lots of cool vehicles to touch, climb on and sit in. Food vendors on site throughout the event. Guided Tours of Historic Fort Adams will be offered.
Volunteers needed. For information contact Laurie Labrecque at 401.841.0707 or at llabrecque@fortadams.org or visit www.fortadams.org
Summer Ghost Hunts
Friday, 9pm - 12am
The Fort Adams Trust is proud to offer 3-Hour Ghost Hunts on the 4th Friday of each month from May through September, in addition to our Halloween Ghost Hunts that take place during the month of October. These Summer ghost hunts are lengthier and more intimate as tickets are limited to 40 per night giving our guests three hours to investigate the fort with The Rhode Island Paranormal Research Group as your guides.
For Tickets or more information visit the Fortress of Nightmares Website:
www.fortressofnightmares.com
Fort Adams Trust Fundraiser
Summer Solstice - An Evening of Revelry
Friday, June 17, 7:00pm - 10:30pm
The perfect kick-off to Newport's 2011 summer season. This annual 'friend and fund raiser' benefits the Fort Adams Trust. Enjoy Behind-the-Scenes Tours, Scrumptious Food, Silent & Live Auctions, Music and Dancing.
For more information contact Laurie Labrecque at 401-841-0707 or at llabrecque@fortadams.org or visit www.fortadams.org.
Air National Guard Band of the Northeast Concert
Friday July 1, 5:30 - 7pm
The Air National Guard Band of the Northeast has an established tradition of musical excellence since its activation in 1941. Proudly representing the Massachusetts Air National Guard, this band is heard by over one and a half million people annually.
This concert is free to the public.
For information about the event contact Laurie Labrecque at 401-841-0707 or at llabrecque@fortadams.or. Visit www.bandofthenortheast.ang to find out more about the band.
McGrath's Public Clambake
Friday, July 1, 7pm - 10pm
A Traditional Old Fashioned Clambake prepared by McGrath Clambakes. All proceeds to benefit the Fort Adams Trust. Children's Menu available (12 and under).
$70 per person with lobster; $60 without lobster; Children $30. Discount for Trust members.
Advance registration is required. For information contact Laurie Labrecque at 401.841.0707 or at llabrecque@fortadams.org or visit www.fortadams.org.
Civil War Living History Weekend
Saturday & Sunday, July 9 & 10, 10am - 5pm Saturday; 10am - 2pm Sunday
Two days of Civil War living-history at Historic Fort Adams recreates the daily life of soldiers and civilians during the 1860's. Re-enactors in authentic uniforms will perform demonstrations, drills and carry out dramatic simulations of assaults on the Fort and much more.
For information contact Rob at 401.841.0707 or email rmccormack@fortadams.org.
Newport Folk Festival
Saturday & Sunday, July 30 & 31, 10:00am-7:00pm
www.newportfolkfest.net or 401.847.1705
Newport Folk Festival
Saturday & Sunday, August 6 & 7, 10:00am-7:00pm
www.newportjazzfest.net or 401.847.1705
13th Annual Newport Storm Luau
Saturday, August 20, 4:30pm - 10pm [rain date August 21]
Presented by Coastal Extreme Brewing Company. This is to benefit the Fort Adams Trust. Live music, Polynesian Dancers, Hawaiian themed food, ice cold Newport Storm beer and Thomas Tew rum drinks.
Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door (while available). This is 21+ only event and must show valid ID upon entrance.
Tickets can be purchased at the Fort Adams Trust Gift Shop, online at www.newportstorm.com or at their brewery located at 293 JT Connell Road, Newport or by calling 401.849.5232.
Sponsorship Opportunities available. For more information contact Laurie Labrecque at 401.841.0707 or at llabrecque@fortadams.org or visit www.fortadams.org
The Newport Antiques Festival at Fort Adams PREVIEW PARTY
Friday, September 30, 5pm - 9pm
First view of fine art and antiques offered by dealers in the splendid setting of an historic fort - wonderful finds for both seasoned and new collectors. This is a benefit for the Fort Adams Trust.
For more information contact Laurie Labrecque at 401.841.0707 or at llabrecque@fortadams.org or visit www.fortadams.org
The Newport Antiques Festival at Fort Adams
Saturday, October 1, 8am - 5pm
The 3rd Annual Antiques Festival is a benefit for the Fort Adams Trust. Presented and managed by Ferguson & D'Arruda Antiques, Providence, RI. Dealers will be offering a wide range of items. Appraisers will be on-site during the afternoon. Early buyers 8am - 10am. General public 10am - 5pm. Food and beverage available for purchase. For booth space contact Ferguson & D'Arruda at 401.273.5550 or visit www.ferguson-darruda.com
For information contact Laurie Labrecque at 401.841.0707 or at llabrecque@fortadams.org or visit www.fortadams.org
10th Annual Fort Adams in the Fall Car Festival
Sunday, October 2, 9am - 2pm
Presented by the Middletown Rotary Club. Located on the North Lawn of Historic Fort Adams. A display of over 200 cars, trucks and vans are featured. Prizes are awarded in a variety of classes. Food and beverage available for purchase. For information contact Laurie Labrecque at 401.841.0707 or at llabrecque@fortadams.org or visit www.fortadams.org
Newport Oysterfest
Saturday, October 8, 11am - 6pm
Dozens of local restaurants are supplying tons of delicious food. Bands will be headlining all day long. Fun and games including a climbing wall, performers, bouncy house, pirates and more! Help Fort Adams now so it can become a favorite spot for your friends and family for decades to come.
For tickets, info and updates visit: www.newportoysterfest.com
Fortress of Nightmares
October 21 - 23 & October 28 - 30
The Fort Adams Trust presents FORTRESS OF NIGHTMARES, featuring two Halloween attractions at one great location. The Tunnels of Terror Haunted Maze is a terrifying walk through the dark tunnels of the Fort, while the Fortress Ghost Hunts takes you on a legitimate paranormal investigation.
Tours are weather dependent and sturdy footwear is recommended.
For information contact Rob at 401.841.0707 or email rmccormack@fortadams.org.
Monday, October 11th is the last day for guided tours. . .
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