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May 01
Experience the Charismatic Sunset Tours at Bowen’s Wharf in Newport Rhode Island

Newport, Rhode Island, is a stunning destination, and if you are a fan of beautiful sunsets, you are in for a treat. Bowen’s Wharf, one of the oldest wharves in the city, is known for its unbeatable sunset views. The wharf is a hub of activities and entertainment, making it one of the most popular […]

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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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 […]

Jun 12
Bacardi Sailing Week: Art, parties and heritage tours

Fluke Restaurant (shown above) is now open for lunch on weekends. Father’s Day idea: be sure to step up to their third-floor bar overlooking the water. During Bacardi Sailing Week order up a “Cuban Storm“, specialty cocktail and on the ground explore the wharf-wide photographic exhibit, Sailing Dreams, Bowen’s Wharf invites you to the release […]

May 22
Our Marina is open for the season!

With the warm weather finally upon us, there’s nothing quite like a day on the water! And those familiar with Newport harbor know the season is upon us, as we begin to see sailing and boating vessels of all types fill the waterfront and marinas. Our marina here at Bowen’s Ferry L anding is also […]

Sep 24
Newport Hosts Volvo Ocean Race Stopover

The countdown is on! In just eight months, sailing teams from around the world will be l anding in Newport as a part of the Volvo Ocean Race, the 12th edition of sailing’s premier round-the-world challenge. The Volvo Ocean Race begins on October 4th in Alicante, Spain and will reach Newport in May 2015 after […]