Express Events With The Jamestown Newport Ferry | Cruise RI

Express Events

Hop aboard the Jamestown Newport Ferry for a hassle-free and convenient way to get to your favorite events in the lower Narragansett Bay area. The ferry offers a stress-free ride to popular events like the Oyster and Chowder Festival, Newport Folk Festival, Newport Jazz Festival, Newport International Boat Show, and the Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival. Check out the event-specific ferry routes and schedules below!

Date: May 17 & 18

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Service to:

Oyster & Chowder
Festival Ferry

Date: July 25 - July 27

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Express Service to:

Newport Folk
Festival Express

Date: August 1-3

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Express Service to:

Newport Jazz
Festival Express

Date: September 11 - 14

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Express Service to:

Newport Boat Show
Express Ferry

Date: October 18 & 19

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Express Service to:

Seafood Festival
Express Ferry

Service begins May 24

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The Jamestown

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  • A 40-foot Dyer hull
  • Coast Guard inspected for 34 passengers
  • Harbor touring system that is triggered by GPS way points
  • Full-service bar and great views from every seat
  • Hard top, side curtains and heated passenger area

Katherine

  • A 42-foot Downeast hull
  • Coast Guard inspected for 48 passengers
  • Full-service bar
  • Hardtop, side curtains, and a heated cabin

Coastal Princess

  • 83 guest max—may be reduced to accommodate catering, entertainment and weather
  • Best for large groups
  • Onboard bar and restrooms
  • Wheelchair accessible

Coastal Queen

  • A 58-foot excursion boat
  • Coast Guard inspected for 148 passengers
  • Upper deck features a hard top and side curtains 
  • Glass-enclosed lower deck offers a full-service bar, snack bar, cafe-style seating and a heated cabin
 
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