Free events in South Kingstown, RI

Kick off the monthly paddle socials with an Oktoberfest themed gathering on the courts. Expect casual play and conversation, with costumes welcome but optional. Bring your own beverages and snacks. Everyone is invited, and COMO membership is not required. During the social, nationally recognized pro Jerry Albrikes will offer a free introductory clinic for anyone curious about the game. COMO members may RSVP through PlaybyPoint, and the social is open to all. Platform tennis, often called paddle, blends elements of tennis, racquetball, and squash, and is played outdoors in cold weather. The COMO facility includes a warming hut and an observation deck, and some balls and paddles are available in the hut for COMO racquet members, lesson and clinic participants, and paddle pros. Programs include instructional clinics, recreational and social play, ladders, leagues, and tournaments, offering many ways to experience this fast paced sport.

A one-hour cleanup takes place each week in the Village of Peace Dale. Participants gather in the Peace Dale Elementary School parking lot to begin.

Now in its fifth year, the Mystic Apple Festival highlights the spirit of fall with vendors offering arts and crafts, specialty hand-knit pieces, and seasonal foods featuring maple, pumpkin, apple, and caramel. The festival offers free fun for families throughout the weekend.

Celebrate the season with the New England Witches Guild’s annual Halloween parade and festival. The procession sets off from Riverside Square and makes its way to the Crescent Park Looff Carousel in Riverside, where a family-friendly celebration awaits. Enjoy free activities for kids, live music, complimentary face painting, a bounce house, flash mobs, and a variety of food trucks and vendors. Costumes are encouraged. More details will be shared soon.

Experience introductory Pilates in a tranquil salt cave setting with Halle at Island Wellness Center. This complimentary three-class series offers approximately 40-minute mat sessions focused on the foundations of classical Pilates, including core strength, stability, alignment, posture, mobility, flexibility, breath awareness, and a clear mind-body connection. Halle, a Mat Pilates instructor certified through Power Pilates with training in the classical method, leads intentional, controlled movement that can be tailored to any level of experience. The peaceful, quiet environment supports slower, deeper breathing and helps create a calm, present practice that brings movement and wellness together in one experience. These complimentary sessions launch Halle’s Pilates series, with regular classes continuing after the introduction.

A solemn memorial ceremony honoring Newport native Commodore Matthew Calbraith Perry will be held at his gravesite beside Belmont Chapel in Island Cemetery. Organized by JASNE, the Newport Navy League, the City of Newport, and a delegation from Shimoda, this observance offers a respectful tribute at this site in Newport.

The estate marks its second harvest with an afternoon of autumn celebration at the winery, featuring local makers, live music, and seasonal food and beverage specials. Explore a lineup of artisans while enjoying the harvest atmosphere at The Run. Expect to find The Wildflower Truck, Gooseberry Leather, Mantra Candles, Ocean State Pepper Co, Metal Alchemist, &Livy, Susan Troy, Sand & Stone, Coastal Cute, Simply Chickie, Fiercen Designs, Put a Wreath on It, Branchish Jerky, Knots on Euclid, Arcwood Jewelry, Coral Anchor, Gansett Woods, Aucoin Designs, and Paige Anna Jewelry. Body and mind offerings include tarot card readings with The Queen of Bones, Reiki & Biomat Fusion with Healing with Ryan, ear acupuncture with Erin Ruell, LMHC, clinical herbalism with Floral Botanical Medicine, and botanical mocktails with Tea for Torie. Tickets or reservations are not required.

A music-themed spin on bingo sets the tone at Torpedo Lounge, where players listen for songs, mark their cards, and aim for a winning line while enjoying food and drinks with friends. It is free to participate, and prizes are on the line along with bragging rights. Hosted at Newport Harbor Island Resort, this casual night out blends familiar hits with lighthearted competition and a lively atmosphere.