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Upcoming Events
Tue, Jun 02Jun 02, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:00 PMNewport City Hall, 43 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840, USAJoin us at Newport City Hall for our annual Pride Flag Raising Ceremony! This event includes a sidewalk parade to Newport City Hall, learning about the various pride flags and their importance, a Pride Month proclamation from Mayor Charlie Holder, a performance from Newport's Quorus, and speeches!
Wed, Jun 03Jun 03, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMNewport Pride Center, 42 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840, USAWoo, it's Pride Month! Let's kick it off with an ice cream social where we create tasty sundaes, vegan options available, and play a group pride trivia game with fun facts the group contributes. Maybe we'll even have time for a board game. Bring a friend and see you there!
Wed, Jun 10Jun 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMJamestown Arts Center, 18 Valley St, Jamestown, RI 02835, USAA night celebrating art, activism, and LGBTQ+ history as the United States approaches its 250th anniversary. We will watch the Stonewall Uprising PBS documentary, archival LGBTQ+ footage from the Rhode Island Historical Society, and hear local spoken word artists. Free and open to all!
Sun, Jun 14Jun 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PMThe Brenton Hotel, Newport's Living Room, 31 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI 02840, USABreak out the butterfly clips, platform sneakers, and your fiercest denim, because Newport Pride is serving up a totally iconic 90's pride-themed drag brunch you won’t want to miss! Join us in Newport's Living Room at the Brenton Hotel from 12-2 PM. We can't wait to party with you! 21+ only.
Fri, Jun 26Jun 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PMThe Newport Pride Center, 42 Spring St, STE 2, Newport, RIJoin us at the Newport Pride Center for our kick-off to Pride! This is an LGBTQ+ social with music, light drinks & snacks, and a lovely community on the last Friday of every month. This month, enjoy ceramic art from Katie Wood!
Sat, Jun 27Jun 27, 2026, 9:00 PM – Jun 28, 2026, 1:00 AMThe Quencher, 95 Long Wharf Mall, Newport, RI 02840, USASet sail for an unforgettable night as Newport Pride continues after dark at The Quencher on Long Wharf. Sailors & Sirens invites you into a world where nautical charm meets ethereal magic, think crisp sailor stripes blending with shimmering scales, all set against a dreamy, sea-inspired atmosphere.
Sun, Jun 28Jun 28, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMThe Rooftop at The Brenton Hotel, 31 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI 02840, USAJoin us on the Rooftop of The Brenton Hotel on Sunday, June 28th, from 1 PM to 3 PM for an unforgettable afternoon of bingo, performances, and carnival-inspired fun. Hosted by Jealousy Jonz and Miss So'Fonda. 21+ only.
On-going programs at Pride Center
Monthly Queer Artist Highlight (sign up to be next month's highlight & sell your artwork at the Pride Center here)
Queer Connections by Newport Pride (first Wednesday of the month 6:30-8 PM)
Domestic Violence support walk-in hours (every Friday from 1-3 PM)
LGBTQ+ Community Archive drop-off (during Pride Center's open hours)
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