Honey Festival · September 11–12, 2027 · Newport, Rhode Island
Newport's iconic waterfront hosts this celebration of Rhode Island's beekeeping heritage, featuring local honey varietals from coastal wildflower, goldenrod, and tupelo blossoms alongside craft meads from Rhode Island meaderies. The Rhode Island Beekeepers Association presents live hive demonstrations, beginner beekeeping workshops, and a juried honey show with categories for liquid, comb, and creamed honey. Local chefs demonstrate honey-paired seafood dishes highlighting the Narragansett Bay flavor terroir.
Type: Honey Festival
Date: September 11–12, 2027
Location: Bowen's Wharf, 1 Bowen's Wharf, Newport, Rhode Island
Official website: Newport Harvest Honey & Mead Festival
Honey festivals feature tastings, vendor booths, educational talks, and family-friendly activities celebrating local honey production and beekeeping traditions.
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