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South County

South County, RI

As the name implies, South County is Rhode Island’s southernmost region, covering a large expanse including the sandy beaches along the Atlantic Ocean. Home to the University of Rhode Island, the region includes forests of pines, sprawling farms, pristine campsites, and tons of fresh seafood.

Featured events

Downtown Westerly Ghost Tour

Jun 05

Downtown Westerly Ghost Tour

The Girl on the Train

Jun 05

The Girl on the Train

ACGOW’s June’s Annual Flower Show Exhibit

Jun 07

ACGOW’s June’s Annual Flower Show Exhibit

Jun 07

Debbie Gibson

Debbie Gibson: The Body Remembers Encore US Tour

Jun 07

Debbie Gibson: The Body Remembers Encore US Tour

Ocean State Improv Festival

Jun 07

Ocean State Improv Festival

“Annual Flower Show, With Ocean Community YMCA Garden Club”

Jun 07

“Annual Flower Show, With Ocean Community YMCA Garden Club”

Beer Pong Tournament at Audrey's Coffee House and Lounge

Jun 08

Beer Pong Tournament at Audrey's Coffee House and Lounge

Food Trucks Roll into Richmond RI

Jun 08

Food Trucks Roll into Richmond RI

Stargazing Nights at Frosty Drew Observatory

Jun 09

Stargazing Nights at Frosty Drew Observatory

The Outlaws and More - Once an Outlaw

Jun 09

The Outlaws and More - Once an Outlaw

The Outlaws-Marshall Tucker- Once an Outlaw

Jun 09

The Outlaws-Marshall Tucker- Once an Outlaw

Trivia Night with Jared and Ashley

Jun 09

Trivia Night with Jared and Ashley

Weekapaug’s Naturalist Series: Sand Bar, Bites & Bubbles

Jun 09

Weekapaug’s Naturalist Series: Sand Bar, Bites & Bubbles

"Trust Me, You'll Love It" 5th Annual 10k Trail Run

Jun 10

"Trust Me, You'll Love It" 5th Annual 10k Trail Run

*Free* POP-UP Concert: Washington County Fairgrounds

Jun 10

Free POP-UP Concert: Washington County Fairgrounds

Aging Disgracefully- Summer Aging

Jun 10

Aging Disgracefully- Summer Aging

Jun 10

Karaoke Night

Strawberry Thanksgiving

Jun 10

Strawberry Thanksgiving

WSO Pops-Up for Hasbro Children's Hospital

Jun 10

WSO Pops-Up for Hasbro Children's Hospital

Family Playing At Scarborough State Beach In Rhode Island

Beaches & Watersports

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Breweries & distilleries

Family bowling at Breaktime Bowl & Bar, Pawtucket

Family Fun

Arcadia Management Area-South County

Parks & recreation

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Restaurants

Lighthouse on Point Judith peninsula surrounded by Block Island Sound and Narragansett Bay on either side. Current brick structure was erected in 1816 after the original wooden lighthouse (1806) was destroyed during the 1815 Great Gale. Also current active Coast Guard station.

Things to do

Stay in South County

South County day trips & itineraries

South County deals

Ocean Drive Newport

May 30

Your "Rhode" Trip Awaits

National Geographic lists Rhode Island in the top 25 essential road trips. Read article here.

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Train

May 17

Amtrak Making It Easy For Your Next Coastal Getaway

Conde Nast Traveler highlights how Amtrak is making it easier and cheaper for your next summer vacation. Read article here.

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Atlantis Rising

May 16

Fall Family Beach Fun

USA Today highlights a fantastic fall beach event for the family to enjoy. Read article here.

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Apr 24

Your Next Hot Spot To Travel In July

Travel + Leisure choses RI as one of the top 11 places to visit anywhere in July. Read article here.

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Chase Farm-Lincoln-Blackstone Valley

Open Rhode

Hand pouring red wine for two, with two entrees on the table.

Food & drink

Newport Folk Festival

Events

Narragansett Beach Surfing

Beaches & water sports