things to do with kids in rhode island
Updated Tue 10/13/2026
NEWPORT
FORT ADAMS STATE PARK
Updated
WHAT TO EXPECT
The park also features a 2.5-mile loop around its perimeter, providing stunning views of Newport Harbor and the Newport Bridge.
GOOD TO KNOW
Army and U.S. The park hosts annual events like the Newport Folk Festival and Newport Jazz Festival, attracting thousands to its scenic grounds, while activities are available year-round, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists.
UPCOMING EVENTS as of 10/18/2026
THIS WEEK: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 · COMING UP: THE 4 WEEKS AFTER
No dated events on our list for Fort Adams State Park right now. Most visits here need no event — check hours on their site.
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On nearby this week and next
Next two weeks · from our weekly check of each venue's own calendar
- SUN 10/18 — Creative Movement at Newport Recreation Department · Newport details
- SUN 10/18 · 10:00am — Lou's Pumpkin Patch at Escobar Corn Maze & Farm · Portsmouth details
- SUN 10/18 · 10:00am — Autumn Arts Open House at Jamestown Arts Center · Jamestown details
- SUN 10/18 — Fairy House Competition! at Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum · Bristol details
- MON 10/19 · 11:00am — Story Time at Middletown Public Library · Middletown details
- MON 10/19 · 4:45pm — Girl Scouts Lower Level (Ashley Murphy) at Events / Activities Calendar - Common Fence Point · Portsmouth details
- MON 10/19 · 3:00pm — Let's LEGO Club at Jamestown Philomenian Library · Jamestown details
- MON 10/19 · 10:30am — Toddler Storytime with Miss Erin - 1st Fall Session at Rogers Free Library · Bristol details
- MON 10/19 · 2:30pm — After School Club at Little Compton Community Center · Little Compton details
- TUE 10/20 · 10:00am — Sensory Friendly Hour at The Sailing Museum at The Sailing Museum · Newport details