🦞 Seafood Festival —Sat–Sun Oct 17–18
Shuckers opening oysters at a seafood stand, with blue gloves and aprons, at the Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival in Newport
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Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival

A free weekend on the Newport waterfront, with kids’ options alongside the seafood stalls.

🔄 Updated October 7, 2026·Curated by Betsy, a Wellesley mom of three

📅 When

Saturday and Sunday, October 17–18, 2026, 11am–6pm.

📍 Where

Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, RI.

🎟️ Cost

Free admission.

🦞 What’s there

Seafood vendors along the wharf, with kids’ options available too.

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❓ Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival — parent questions

Is it free?

Yes, admission is free.

Is there anything for kids besides seafood?

Yes, the festival includes kids’ options alongside the seafood vendors.

📅 Planning the rest of the weekend? See what else is on in our family events calendar.

📷 Photo submitted to GOkidOZ. Details from visitrhodeisland.com.