Category: Boating

Jun 14
Summer Kickoff at Bowen’s Wharf

It’s June, so with confidence we are happy to say that summer has arrived here at historic Bowen’s Wharf! There’s so much going on in Newport and we can’t wait to celebrate all summer long, starting with Father’s Day.   Father’s Day Finds Shopping  Surprise your dad this Father’s Day with a day together on Bowen’s Wharf! Head over to his favorite […]

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May 24
Springing into Summer at Bowen’s Wharf

A Shucking Good Time!  Bowen’s Wharf was bustling for the 2019 Oyster Festival! Thank you to all who came out to enjoy the weekend with us — our sponsors, local growers, volunteers, sponsors, musicians, attendees, and special guests! Together we raised over $7,500 for The Nature Conservancy of RI, Ocean State Aquaculture Association and Oliver Hazard Perry. This festival […]

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Apr 19
Oysters, Skincare, and Mother’s Day

Newport Oyster Festival  The sun is out, flowers are blooming, and the countdown to Newport Oyster Festival begins! Join us the weekend of May 17 with fresh oysters, bubbly champagne, and great company under the festival tents! Purchase your tickets at https://bowenswharf.com/events/Newport-Waterfront-Oyster-Festival   Friday  We kick off the weekend Friday, May 17 with our Opening […]

Aug 08
World’s Largest Viking Ship Sailing in to Bowen’s Wharf

  Draken HH Charts Course to Newport Aug. 10-13 during  Expedition America: U.S. East Coast Tour 2018.  Norwegian Viking ship, Draken Harald Hårfagre (Draken), announced Newport, RI as the sixth official stop on its Expedition America: East Coast Tour 2018 presented by Highl and Park Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The tour, which launched in July 2018, will bring the world’s largest operating Viking ship […]

Oct 05
Autumn and Early Winter Events

Forget the mall, shop small! Embrace the waterfront this autumn, and let us inspire you every day with something new & unique. Columbus Day Sidewalk Sales Friday, October 6th, 10am – 5pm through Monday October 9th, 11am – 5pm. (Sunday 12pm-5pm).   New shops, new looks…how about some new fragrances or fashions for you, your home […]

Sep 03
By L and, Air, or Sea this Labor Day Weekend!

Labor Day weekend is here: Make the best of it by l and, air, or sea! There’s so many exciting and unique activities in around Newport Harbor, and thankfully our Pilot House helps bring all these activities together through ticket sales and informational scoop. If you’re looking for a sea adventure then try Fish’n Tales Adventures […]

Jun 29
Bacardi Sailing Week on Bowen’s Wharf

Newport has a long sailing history and our picturesque harbor is known to many as the “The Sailing Capital of the World”. Home to America’s Cup sailboats, classic schooners, luxury yachts, and everything in between we are excited that the 5th Annual Bacardi Newport Sailing Week was hosted downtown at Newport Yacht Club. The art […]