2025 Newport Dance Festival
Wed, Jul 16
|Great Friends Meeting House
Newport Dance Festival returns July 16–20, 2025, with world-class performances under the stars at the historic Great Friends Meeting House lawn.
Time & Location
Jul 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – Jul 20, 2025, 11:00 PM
Great Friends Meeting House, 21 Farewell St, Newport, RI 02840, USA
About the event
Presented by Newport Contemporary Ballet, the Newport Dance Festival 2025 takes place from July 16 to 20 on the outdoor stage at the Great Friends Meeting House in Newport, Rhode Island. This magical five-night event brings together elite talent from across the globe with visiting companies and the festival’s beloved resident troupe.
Set on a scenic lawn steeped in history, the festival creates a social, laid-back atmosphere where the community gathers to witness world-class choreography. Each evening features a unique mix of performances, celebrating the range and innovation of contemporary dance.
Here’s what you can expect:
🌍 Guest performances from five internationally acclaimed dance companies
🌅 Outdoor performances at one of Newport’s most iconic cultural sites
🎟️ Bring your own picnic, blanket, and chairs for a relaxed, intimate experience