Charlestown
, “the best kept secret in Rhode Island,” offers travelers an alternative to the hustle and bustle of fast paced urban life, but is under an hour’s driving distance from both Newport and Providence. With miles of coastline, Charlestown is the place for swimming, boating, sailing, wind surfing, and beach-combing, In our wildlife refuges, parks and ponds, you also can enjoy hiking, biking, canoeing, exploring, and bird watching.

 

Upcoming Chamber Events

January 20, 2010 Statewide RI Chamber "Chamber Network and Hoops Night" 4:30pm to 6:30pm at the URI University Club (U-Club)
Where: 95 Upper College Rd, Kingston, RI 02881
Admission: $20.00 per person
For more info call 401-783-2801

January 27, 2010 Charlestown Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting at the Chamber Office. 6:30. Refreshment will be provided.

January 28, 2010 Business After Hours Sponsored By: Charlestown and South Kingstown Chamber of Commerce Hosted by Meadow Brook Inn from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
Where: Meadow Brook Inn 168 Carolina Back Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813
Cost: $5.00 a person.
Please R.S.V.P by Jan 26, 2010 to 401-364-3878.

 

Looking for summertime entertainment? 

Charlestown’s Ninigret Park is the site of several not-to-be-missed events. In July, clowns abound when The Big Apple Circus, a long-time summer tradition.  In August, the award winning Seafood Festival showcases our region’s finest seafood.

 

On Labor Day weekend, The Rhythm & Roots Festival, New England’s hottest festival of roots music and dancing, brings a lively end to great summer of events in Charlestown. 

 

Seafood FestivalBig Apple Circus