Fall is here, and these 5 weekend events will get you out to enjoy the season

Fall is officially here, but that doesn't mean the events have stopped. In fact, some of Newport County's biggest events take place this weekend, offering a range of fun.

Whether you want to get into the fall spirit, peruse automobiles you've only dreamt about or enjoy fantastic Italian food, the choice is yours. You can even take in a cornhole tournament while enjoying some beer.

Take a look at these events happening this weekend and one you may even consider leaving Newport County for.

Norman Bird Sanctuary Harvest Fair

After two years of cancelations, the Norman Bird Sanctuary's Harvest Fair is returning to Aquidneck Island. One of New England’s most popular fall fairs, the Harvest Fair brings together more than 10,000 community members for a celebration of the harvest season for all ages.

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The 2022 Harvest Fair will take place on Saturday, Oct. 1 and Sunday, Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Guests are invited to compete in field games like tug-of-war and sack races, or take on some friendly competition in the mud pit.

Food trucks, vendors and crafters will supply a wide variety of local food and hand-crafted goods, all while guests enjoy a lineup of live music throughout the day. 

The Home & Garden Competition invites participants to gather the best from their home gardens and showcase their creative flair while competing for a winning ribbon. Applicants can submit entries to the following categories: Flower and/or Tree, Home Grown Edible, From the Kitchen, and Outdoor Décor.

Learn more and submit an application via the Norman Bird Sanctuary website at normanbirdsanctuary.org/harvest-fair.

Audrain Concours & Motorweek 

Luxury cars in luxury settings are just part of the appeal of the annual Audrain Concours + Motor Week. From the International Tennis Hall of Fame to Rough Point to The Breakers, cars new and old will be on display in this event that runs from Thursday through Sunday.

Events range from free — such as the Tour d'Elegance and Bellevue Car Display on Saturday — to a slew of ticketed events happening throughout the four days.

For a full schedule and details on the events visit audrainconcours.com.

Festival in the Park

The annual Italian Heritage Festival takes place in Touro Park in Newport on Saturday, Oct. 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The festival includes Italian food and sweet treats along with vendors and live music. Admission is free and the festival will run rain or shine.

For more information visit newportfesta.org

Portsmouth Firefighters Cornhole tournament

Head over to Ragged Island on Sunday, Oct. 2 to cheer on teams competing in the inaugural Portsmouth Firefighters Local 1949 Cornhole Tournament.

Teams of two will participate in at least six matches and receive a food and drink ticket and T-shirt for the $150 registration fee. Spectators are also welcome.

For more information visit facebook.com/portsmouthfiredept.

Folk at the Farm

Looking to get out of Newport County this weekend? This event will take you away without much of a commitment.

Folk at the Farm is a free music concert hosted on Sunday, Oct. 2 by The Collaborative Frerichs Farm and Greenhouses, 43 Kinnicutt Ave., Warren, from 2 to 6 p.m.

Featuring four Rhode Island-based music groups, it'll be headlined by the Atwater-Donnelly Band. Joining this year will be Warren-based Americana Folk trio The Whelks, Caribbean Soul Duo with Becky Bass & Jhony Keys, and Magnolia.

Light fare will be available from Warren restaurants Hunky Dory and Bywater, as well as sweets from Black Dog Donuts. Beverages will be available from Proclamation Ale Company, Bristol’s Pivotal Brewing Co., and Warren’s beer hall and brewery, The Guild.

No seating will be provided so chairs and blankets are suggested for this is a rain or shine event. Learn more at thecollaborative02885.org/folkatthefarm.