November 27, 2026 – January 3, 2027
Celebrate the holidays along the waterfront at Newport Dunes’ Fire & Lights Festival. Festivities take place Thursday through Sunday evenings with family activities set against the 36th annual Lighting of the Bay, featuring more than 50 illuminated holiday displays and Christmas trees floating on the water.
Festival Highlights:
- Lighting of the Bay: See more than 50 floating holiday light displays beginning at dusk every evening throughout the season.
- Fire Dancing: Watch Wild Fire Arts Collective perform Friday and Saturday evenings.
- Photos with Santa: Meet Santa on opening night and Saturday evenings through Christmas.
- Giant Inflatables: Kids can play on winter-themed attractions including the Toboggan Tunnel, Giant Snowzilla slide, and Gingerbread slide.
- Fire Pits & S’mores: Cozy up around the fire and roast marshmallows with s’mores kits.
- Igloo Bar: Pick up hot chocolate, apple cider, festive snacks, and drinks to enjoy around the fire.
Festival activities take place Thursday-Sunday and are closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve. Activities are weather dependent; the nightly Lighting of the Bay takes place rain or shine.
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Before You Go: Check with the event host or organizer for the most up-to-date details before attending.
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