The goal of the Newport Irish Heritage Month calendar is to include "All things Irish" that will be occurring in the Newport, Rhode Island area throughout March. This includes events sponsored by organizations that promote Irish heritage, culture, and history, including the Museum of Newport Irish History, the sponsor of this calendar, the Ancient Order of Hibernians, and the Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee. A complete list of participating organizations and businesses may be found at the end of this document.

Schedule Of events

March 1,2025

Guided Tours of Fort Adams: 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. Take a guided tour of the historic Newport fort constructed with Irish labor between 1824-1857. Hour-long tours will be offered at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., on Saturdays and Sundays in March -- except Sat. March 16/Parade Day and Sun. Mar. 31/Easter -- weather permitting. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for Youth (ages 6-17), Free for Children 5 and under. $5 off individual tickets when mentioning Irish Heritage Month. Free for members of Fort Adams Trust. fortadams.org   

"The Irish in America" Concert at Newport Public Library, 300 Spring Street, Newport. 2:30 p.m. Join Celtic harpist Mary King and guitarist Ed Sweeney for this musical journey. Get your green on, warm up your voices, and enjoy the warmth, spirit and hilarity of the ‘Irish in America.". Free and open to all. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Held in the Friends Program room on the lower level. For more information: https://newportlibraryri.libcal.com/event/13197063

Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner, sponsored by the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians (LAOH). Doors open 4:30 p.m. Dinner served at 5:00 p.m. Location: St. Augustin’s Church Hall, corner Carroll Ave. and Harrison Ave., Newport. Enter church hall (basement of the church) via Eastnor Road entrance, adjacent to church parking lot. Live performances: Irish step-dancing, AOH Pipe Band, LAOH Singers. Raffles, 50/50 raffle, silent auction, and delicious desserts. A fundraiser for LAOH’s local charitable giving initiatives. Tickets are $40 (meal) or $10 child (hot dogs and chips). BYOB. All reservations must be pre-paid to secure your reservation. No tickets at the door. Please contact via text/call for payment options and a confirmation: Robin Federici (401) 529-9617 or Ashley Bankas (401) 864-2442

"Shamrocks and Shenanigans" A St. Paddy's Celebration for a Cause. 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. VFW Post 5390, 822 Anthony Road, Portsmouth. Celebrate St. Paddy's Day! Enjoy live music by "Moment's Notice," basket raffles, and light food while supporting Portsmouth students going to Ireland to study agriculture and STEM. Tickets: $10. Details/tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shamrocks-shenanigans-a-st-paddyscelebration-for-a-cause-tickets-1206134032359

March 2 ,2025

"The Irish Hour": FM101.1, AM1540, or online at WADK.com, Sunday mornings at 8:00 a.m. and repeated Sunday evenings at 6:00 p.m. Listen to the best in traditional and contemporary Irish or Irish-influenced music. Hosted by Rick Kelly for over 30 years. For more information and to listen to past podcasts, visit wadk.com. To reach Rick, write to [email protected] 

Green Eggs and Ham Brunch: Hibernian Hall, 2 Wellington Ave., Newport, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Enjoy the large spread of food at this fun family event and fundraiser for the Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Brunch price is $10 for adults and youth, $5 for children 9 and under. Children under 3 are free. No reservations. All tickets paid at the door via cash or check on local bank. newportirish.com  

Guided Tours of Fort Adams: 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. Take a guided tour of the historic Newport fort constructed with Irish labor between 1824-1857. Hour-long tours will be offered at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., on Saturdays and Sundays in March -- except Sat. March 16/Parade Day and Sun. Mar. 31/Easter -- weather permitting. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for Youth (ages 6-17), Free for Children 5 and under. $5 off individual tickets when mentioning Irish Heritage Month. Free for members of Fort Adams Trust. fortadams.org.

Traditional Irish Music Sessions: The Fastnet Pub, One Broadway, Newport, 6-9 p.m. Live traditional Irish music. Hosted by A.O. Gutierrez, Tim May and Jack Wright. No cover. Family-friendly. Arrive early if you’d like a table. thefastnetpub.com

March 3,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely. Dedicated 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

March 4,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely. Dedicated 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

March 5,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely. Dedicated 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

March 6,2025
 
St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely. Dedicated 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

March 7,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely. Dedicated 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center: 648 Thames St., Newport, 12 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Learn about Irish immigration to the Newport area and of the contributions to the community by individuals of Irish descent from the 1600s to the present through various exhibits, including photographs, artifacts and more. Admission by donation. MNIH Members and children under 16 are free. For more information, please visit newportirishhistory.org.

March 8,2025

Guided Tours of Fort Adams: 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. Take a guided tour of the historic Newport fort constructed with Irish labor between 1824-1857. Hour-long tours will be offered at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., on Saturdays and Sundays in March -- except Sat. March 16/Parade Day and Sun. Mar. 31/Easter-- weather permitting. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for Youth (ages 6-17), Free for Children 5 and under. $5 off individual tickets when mentioning Irish Heritage Month. Free for members of Fort Adams Trust. fortadams.org

Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center: 648 Thames St., Newport, 12 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Learn about Irish immigration to the Newport area and of the contributions to the community by individuals of Irish descent from the 1600s to the present through various exhibits, including photographs, artifacts and more. Admission by donation. MNIH Members and children under 16 are free. For more information, please visit newportirishhistory.org.

Parade Grand Marshal Roast: St. Augustin’s Church Hall, 2 Eastnor Road, corner of Carroll Ave. and Harrison Ave., Newport. The roast will honor the 2025 Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade Grand Marshal, Michael J. Henlyshyn. Starts at 5:30 p.m. and ends when all roasting is completed. Tickets are $35 and include heavy hors d’oeuvres and traditional Irish music by "Rhode to Dublin." For advanced tickets, call Dennis at (401) 846-5081 or purchase from Hibernian Hall, 2 Wellington Ave. Sponsored by the Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee. Visit the "Events" page at newportirish.com for more information.

March 9,2025

"The Irish Hour": FM101.1, AM1540, or online at WADK.com, Sunday mornings at 8:00 a.m. and repeated Sunday evenings at 6:00 p.m.. Listen to the best in traditional and contemporary Irish or Irish-influenced music. Hosted by Rick Kelly for over 30 years. For more information and to listen to past podcasts, visit wadk.com. To reach Rick, write to [email protected] 

Guided Tours of Fort Adams: 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. Take a guided tour of the historic Newport fort constructed with Irish labor between 1824-1857. Hour-long tours will be offered at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., on Saturdays and Sundays in March -- except Sat. March 11/Parade Day and Sun. Mar. 31/Easter -- weather permitting. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for Youth (ages 6-17), Free for Children 5 and under. $5 off individual tickets when mentioning Irish Heritage Month. Free for members of Fort Adams Trust. fortadams.org

Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center: 648 Thames St., Newport, 12 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Learn about Irish immigration to the Newport area and of the contributions to the community by individuals of Irish descent from the 1600s to the present through various exhibits, including photographs, artifacts and more. Admission by donation. MNIH Members and children under 16 are free. For more information, please visit newportirishhistory.org.

Celtic Violin Virtuoso Máiréad Nesbitt in Concert: Jane Pickens Film + Event Center, 49 Touro Street, Newport. 7:00 p.m. A Grammy® and Emmy® nominated artist and composer, Máiréad Nesbitt has enchanted millions around the world as the featured Celtic violinist and founding member of the globetrotting music phenomenon Celtic Woman. Performing with the Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki Trio. Details/Tickets ($49+): https://janepickens.com/shows/mairead-nesbitt-live

Traditional Irish Music Sessions: The Fastnet Pub, One Broadway, Newport, 6-9 p.m. Live traditional Irish music. Hosted by A.O. Gutierrez, Tim May and Jack Wright. No cover. Family-frie

March 10,2025

St. Patrick’s Day Wand "Take and Make" children’s craft. Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St. Newport. Free. We'll give you a bag filled with all the supplies and instructions for how to make your craft. This craft can be picked up anytime during regular Library hours, 9:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. One bag per child while supplies last. Click link to see picture of the finished craft: https://newportlibraryri.libcal.com/event/14178828  Children’s Department contact: (401) 847-8720, [email protected]

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely. Dedicated 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

March 11,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely. Dedicated 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org 

March 12,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely. Dedicated 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

Hibernian of the Year Dinner celebrating 2025 Hibernian of the Year Patrick Carlisle. Hibernian Hall, 2 Wellington Ave., Newport. Cocktails 5:30 p.m., Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $50, available from the bartender at Hibernian Hall via cash, credit card, or local check. Cash Bar. Menu: Salad, Rolls, Stuffed Chicken Breast or Stuffed Sole. Cash bar. Questions: Hibernian Hall (401) 847-8671.

March 13,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely. Dedicated 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

March 14,2025

Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center: 648 Thames St., Newport, 12 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Learn about Irish immigration to the Newport area and of the contributions to the community by individuals of Irish descent from the 1600s to the present through various exhibits, including photographs, artifacts and more. Admission by donation. MNIH Members and children under 16 are free. For more information, please visit newportirishhistory.org. 

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely. Dedicated 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

8 th Annual St. Patrick’s Parade Day Eve Celebration at Midtown Oyster Bar. 345 Thames St. Newport. 4:00-6:00 pm. The celebration will feature the Ancient Order of Hibernian’s (AOH) Pipes and Drums and the AOH Men’s Singers. There is no cover, but funds raised will go directly to the AOH Pipes and Drums band to support their equipment needs and travel expenses. Please consider giving what you can when the collection bucket makes its way around the room. For details, including a schedule of events/performances, visit our Facebook page. To get involved as a sponsor, musician, or organization, e-mail [email protected]  or phone (401) 236-2883.

Turas Concert. The Jane Pickens Film + Event Center, 49 Touro Street, Newport, 6:00 p.m. Experience the magic of traditional Irish music with the band "Turas," with 13-year-old Irish step-dancing prodigy Kira Nagle. An intimate showcase of musical craft and charm that appeals to all, especially those who love the Emerald Isle. Jane Pickens Concert/Film Members $22, General Admission $24. For more information and to purchase tickets: https://janepickens.com/ shows/turas-st-patricks-day-eve-concert

An Evening of Irish Music with Fáilte. Linden Place, 500 Hope Street, Bristol. 7:00-9:00 p.m. Fáilte- "welcome" in Irish- features accomplished musicians Erin Dube, Paul Dube, Josh Kane, and Dean Robinson. General admission $25. Linden Place member $20. Cash bar. For tickets and more information, please visit the event page at LindenPlace.org or call (401)253-0390

"Big Daddy" Award Ceremony and Pre-Parade Party: Hibernian Hall, 2 Wellington Ave., Newport, 6:00 -10:00 p.m. Honoring IHOP Middletown, the largest financial supporter of the 2025 parade, for their generosity. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and live entertainment (acts to be announced). Hosted by the Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee. Questions: Dennis Sullivan at (401) 846-5081

March 15,2025

PARADE DAY 2025

Mass in Honor of St. Patrick and St. Brigid, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Broadway and Mann Ave., Newport (near City Hall), 9:00 a.m. Offered in memory of the deceased members of the Newport Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernian and deceased members of the former Newport Irish Heritage Association. Officiant: Rev. Francis A. O’Loughlin, Pastor Emeritus of Jesus Saviour Church, Chaplain of the Newport Ancient Order of Hibernians.

69th Annual Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade: 

Steps off from Newport City Hall, Broadway promptly at 11:00 a.m. and finishes at Saint Augustin’s Church on Carroll Avenue in the Fifth Ward. This year’s parade is dedicated to the memory of John "Jack" Kane. Grand Marshal is Michael J. Henlyshyn. Approximate run time is 2 hours. Rain or shine. Visit newportirish.com for more information.

St. Joseph’s Church: Food Sale and Major Raffle: Corner Mann Ave. and Broadway (79 B’way), Newport (start of parade). 8:00-11:30 a.m. Breakfast sandwiches, potatoes, baked goods and more. Raffle: $5/ticket for a chance to win $2,000 in prizes (need not be present to win). Advance tickets: Elaine at (978)729-0206 or [email protected]

44th Annual St Patrick's Parade Day Breakfast Buffet: Brick Alley Pub, 140 Thames Street, Newport. Opening at 8:00 a.m. Regular menu beginning at 11:00 a.m. Call (401) 849-6334 or email [email protected] to reserve.

17th Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Family Celebration: Martin Recreation Center "The Hut," 35 Golden Hill Street, behind Newport Library., 1-4 p.m. FREE admission. This alcohol-free, family-friendly event will feature entertainment including bagpipers, face painters, a balloon twister artist, a magician, Trevor "The Games Man," and more. There will also be giveaways, including a $100 cash door prize and a "How Green Am I" contest with cash prizes ($150, $100, $50). Enjoy a classic good time at no cost and a chance to win prizes and money! Sponsored by: Saccucci Honda, Middletown Self Storage, IHOP Middletown, City of Newport Recreation Dept,. Visit the "Events" page at newportirish.com for more information

Post-Parade Celebration hosted by the Ancient Order of Hibernians, Hibernian Hall, 2 Wellington Ave. Newport. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. Music by DJ Murph throughout the day and Irish music by The McMurphy’s from 2-6:00 p.m. Kitchen open Noon-6:00 p.m. (cash bar). Advance tickets are $25, available from the bartender at Hibernian Hall, via cash, credit card, or local check. Questions: Hibernian Hall (401) 847-8671

St. Patrick’s Parade Day Family-Friendly Show with Greg Asadoorian and Danielle Boucher, 2:00-5:00 p.m. Top of Pelham, 1 Pelham Street, Newport (across from Bowen's Wharf on Thames St.). Enjoy St Patrick's Day with a special family-friendly "Dueling Pianos" show and views of Newport Harbor. Accompanied children between the ages of 2-16 are welcome. Sound decibel levels not suitable for children under 2 years old. Children are admitted free, however tables and booth reservations can only seat the number indicated on the ticket Details/Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/special-event-st-patricks-parade-day-family-friendly-show-gregdanielle-tickets-1234804807419

St. Patrick’s Cèilidh in the Dining Room at Blithewold :

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum, 101 Ferry Rd. (Rt. 114), Bristol. The luck of the Irish will shine upon you as you savor an Irish Brunch in Blithewold’s elegant Dining Room! Dance a jig or tap your toes to live, Irish music by Failte while you enjoy traditional fare from the Emerald Isle. Wear your green and join the fun! $45 Members/$60 non-Members. Pre-registration required. Click the link for details re. max. party sizes, payment info, etc. In the event of inclement weather the event may be cancelled and refunds issued. Click here: https://www.blithewold.org/event/st-patricks-ceilidh-in-the-dining-room/

Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center: 648 Thames St., Newport, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Learn about Irish immigration to the Newport area and of the contributions to the community by individuals of Irish descent from the 1600s to the present through various exhibits, including photographs, artifacts and more. Admission by donation. MNIH Members and children under 16 are free. For more information, please visit newportirishhistory.org.

March 16 ,2025

"The Irish Hour": FM101.1, AM1540, or online at WADK.com, Sunday mornings at 8:00am and repeated Sunday evenings at 6:00pm. Listen to the best in traditional and contemporary Irish or Irish-influenced music. Hosted by Rick Kelly for over 30 years. For more information and to listen to past podcasts, visit wadk.com. To reach Rick, write to [email protected]

Mass in Honor of St. Patrick: St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Spring Street and Memorial Boulevard, Newport 11:00 a.m. This annual service is in memory of deceased members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, and the victims of the Great Famine. Irish American architect Patrick C. Keeley designed the church. Construction began in 1847 and was dedicated in 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." StMaryNewportRI.org Celebrants to be announced.

Guided Tours of Fort Adams: 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. Take a guided tour of the historic Newport fort constructed with Irish labor between 1824-1857. Hour-long tours will be offered at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., on Saturdays and Sundays in March -- except Sat. March 11/Parade Day and Sun. Mar. 31/Easter-- weather 10 permitting. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for Youth (ages 6-17), Free for Children 5 and under. $5 off individual tickets when mentioning Irish Heritage Month. Free for members of Fort Adams Trust. fortadams.org.

Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center: 648 Thames St., Newport, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Learn about Irish immigration to the Newport area and of the contributions to the community by individuals of Irish descent from the 1600s to the present through various exhibits, including photographs, artifacts and more. Admission by donation. MNIH Members and children under 16 are free. For more information, please visit newportirishhistory.org.

Annual Trolley Tour of "Irish Newport": Departs from Hibernian Hall, 2 Wellington Ave., Newport at 1:00 p.m. sharp. Explore "Irish Newport" on this narrated tour by Mike Slein, presented by the Museum of Newport Irish History. The 2-hour tour will include stops at sites connected with Newport’s Irish heritage, including Forty Steps and the Barney Street Cemetery. Tours include an introductory visit to the Museum’s Interpretive Center on Lower Thames Street. Sponsored by Viking Tours of Newport in memory of Karen A. Oakley. Free, but gratuities for the driver are gratefully accepted. Reservations are a must as space is limited. Arrive no later than 12:45 pm to check in. For more information and to reserve, visit this "Events" page at https://newportirishhistory.org/ eventscalendar/trolley-tour-of-irish-newport/ or phone Larry Bartley at (401) 965-7276.

Parade Weekend Sunday Buffet Brunch at Hibernian Hall, 2 Wellington Ave., Newport. 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Details, menu, and pricing to come. Check back.

Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center: 648 Thames St., Newport, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Learn about Irish immigration to the Newport area and of the contributions to the community by individuals of Irish descent from the 1600s to the present through various exhibits, including photographs, artifacts and more. Admission by donation. MNIH Members and children under 16 are free. For more information, including covid protocols, please visit newportirishhistory.org.

Traditional Irish Music Sessions: The Fastnet Pub, One Broadway, Newport, 6-9 p.m. Live traditional Irish music. Hosted by A.O. Gutierrez, Tim May, and Jack Wright. No cover. Family-friendly. Arrive early if you’d like a table. thefastnetpub.com .

March 17,2025

HAPPY SAINT PATRICK’S DAY !

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open Mon. through Friday from 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely and dedicated in 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

St. Patrick's Day Film Screening Party with Live Irish Music. Sponsored by Narragansett Beer. Jane Pickens Film + Event Center, 49 Touro St., Newport. "The Departed," a critically acclaimed 2006 film that won four Oscars at the 79th Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director (Martin Scorsese). Stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson, and Mark Wahlberg. Doors open/Beer tasting – 6:00 p.m., Irish/Celtic group Rhode to Dublin plays – 6:15-7:15 pm., film screening – 7:30 p.m. Details/Tickets ($20/$18 members): https://janepickens.com/shows/departed-st-patricks-day-party-w-live-irish-music

March 18,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open Mon. through Friday from 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely and dedicated in 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

"Gaelic and Garlic" Celebration Supper. A celebration of Irish and Italian heritage and a fundraiser in memory of Ralph J. Gizzi to benefit the philanthropic efforts of Forum Lodge #391, Sons and Daughters of Italy in America. Vasco da Gama Hall, 15 Fenner Ave., Newport. 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tickets $35. Dinner will feature corned beef and potatoes, pasta and sausage, Irish and Italian desserts. Cash bar. Tickets are limited and may not be available at the door. For advance tickets contact Paula Morris at (401) 829-5180 or [email protected]  or Greg Gizzi at (401) 226-3705.

March 19,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open Mon. through Friday from 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely and dedicated in 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

Irish History Lecture by Museum of Newport Irish History: Wyndham Newport Hotel, 240 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown and live-streamed via Zoom. 6:00 p.m. Raymond J. McKenna will present a talk titled "The Old Stone Bank: A Window into the Lives of our 19th Century Ancestors." Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Reception with light hors d'oeuvres (cash bar). Reservations are required for both in-person and virtual participation. $5 fee at the door. No fee for Zoom participation. For details and reservations, visit https://newportirishhistory.org/lectures / or call Ann Arnold at (401) 841-5493. 12

March 20,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open Mon. through Friday from 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely and dedicated in 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

March 21,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open Mon. through Friday from 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely and dedicated in 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center: 648 Thames St., Newport, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Learn about Irish immigration to the Newport area and of the contributions to the community by individuals of Irish descent from the 1600s to the present through various exhibits, including photographs, artifacts and more. Admission by donation. MNIH Members and children under 16 are free. For more information, please visit newportirishhistory.org.

March 22,2025

Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center: 648 Thames St., Newport, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Learn about Irish immigration to the Newport area and of the contributions to the community by individuals of Irish descent from the 1600s to the present through various exhibits, including photographs, artifacts and more. Admission by donation. MNIH Members and children under 16 are free. For more information, please visit newportirishhistory.org.

Guided Tours of Fort Adams: 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. Take a guided tour of the historic fort constructed with Irish labor between 1824-1857. Hour-long tours will be offered at 11 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m, on Saturdays and Sundays in March -- except Sat. Mar. 15/Parade Day -- weather permitting. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for Youth (ages 6-17), Free for Children 5 and under. $5 off individual tickets when mentioning Irish Heritage Month. Free for members of Fort Adams Trust. fortadams.org.

Historic Irish Cemetery Tour: 1:00 p.m. Take a tour of the historic Saint Joseph Cemetery (known locally as the Barney Street Cemetery). Located at the corner of Barney and Mt. Vernon Streets in Newport, it is the oldest Catholic cemetery in Rhode Island and the site of the state’s first Catholic church (1828), which served Newport’s growing Irish immigrant community. The outdoor tour of approximately 30 minutes, given by a historian/guide, Steve Marino, and sponsored by the Museum of Newport Irish History, is held, weather permitting. Free. Reservations requested. More info and to reserve visit this webpage: https://newportirishhistory.org/historiccemetery-tours/  Questions/assistance: Call Ann at (401) 841-5493.

March 23,2025

"The Irish Hour": FM101.1, AM1540, or online at WADK.com, Sunday mornings at 8:00am and repeated Sunday evenings at 6:00pm. Listen to the best in traditional and contemporary Irish or Irish-influenced music. Hosted by Rick Kelly for over 30 years. For more information and to listen to past podcasts, visit wadk.com. To reach Rick, write to [email protected]

Guided Tours of Fort Adams: 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. Take a guided tour of the historic fort constructed with Irish labor between 1824-1857. Hour-long tours will be offered at 11 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., on Saturdays and Sundays in March -- except Sat. Mar. 15/Parade Day - weather permitting. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for Youth (ages 6-17), Free for Children 5 and under. $5 off individual tickets when mentioning Irish Heritage Month. Free for members of Fort Adams Trust. fortadams.org.

Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center: 648 Thames St., Newport, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Learn about Irish immigration to the Newport area and of the contributions to the community by individuals of Irish descent from the 1600s to the present through various exhibits, including photographs, artifacts and more. Admission by donation. MNIH Members and children under 16 are free. For more information, please visit newportirishhistory.org.

Traditional Irish Music Sessions: The Fastnet Pub, One Broadway, Newport, 6-9 p.m. Live traditional Irish music. Hosted by A.O. Gutierrez, Tim May and Jack Wright. No cover. Family-friendly. Arrive early if you’d like a table. thefastnetpub.com

March 24,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open Mon. through Friday from 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely and dedicated in 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our 14 Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

March 25,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open Mon. through Friday from 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely and dedicated in 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org 

March 26,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open Mon. through Friday from 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely and dedicated in 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org 

March 27,2025

St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open Mon. through Friday from 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely and dedicated in 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

March 28,2025
St. Mary's Church Open: Corner Spring Street and Memorial Blvd. West. Open Mon. through Friday from 12 noon-2pm. The Gothic Revival style church is home to R.I.’s oldest Catholic parish, established in 1828 to serve Newport's growing Irish immigrant population, many of whom worked on the construction of Fort Adams. Present church designed by Irish-born architect, Patrick C. Keely and dedicated in 1852 to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle." Site of the 1953 wedding of the future president, John F. Kennedy, and Jaqueline Lee Bouvier. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. www.StMaryNewportRI.org

March 29,2025

Guided Tours of Fort Adams: 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. Take a guided tour of the historic Newport fort constructed with Irish labor between 1824-1857. Hour-long tours will be offered at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., on Saturdays and Sundays in March -- except Sat. Mar. 16/Parade Day and Sun. Mar. 31/Easter -- weather permitting. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for Youth (ages 6-17), Free for Children 5 and under. $5 off individual tickets when mentioning Irish Heritage Month. Free for members of Fort Adams Trust. fortadams.org

Historic Irish Cemetery Tour: St. Mary’s Cemetery. Meet at 1:00 p.m. at the gate on Kingston Ave. near the intersection with Warner Street. Explore historic Saint Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, the final resting place of well over 1,000 Newporters of the mid-1800s through the early 1900s, including countless immigrants from Ireland and first-generation Irish Americans. The outdoor tour of approximately 45 minutes will be given by researcher and guide, Steve Marino, and is sponsored by Museum of Newport Irish History. Tour held, weather permitting. No fee, but reservations are required. To reserve visit the "Events" page at https://newportirishhistory.org/ or call Ann at 401-841-5493.

March 30,2025

Dancing at the Forty Steps: Cliff Walk, east end of Narragansett Avenue, 3 p.m. Official close of the 48th Annual Newport Irish Heritage Month, commemorating the informal dances held there by the Irish who made Newport their home in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Sponsored by the Museum of Newport Irish History, the annual event will feature live traditional Irish music, demonstrations of Irish set dancing led by Donal and Mary Lehane, and the Ancient Order of Hibernian Men Singers. Free, outdoor event. Weather permitting. To learn about the event, photos and videos of past "Dancing" events, visit this page on the Museum’s website: https://newportirishhistory.org/events-calendar/dancing-at-the-forty-steps/

Date:Mar 1-30,2025    

Location:Various Venues, Newport, RI

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