Newport is preparing for a festive holiday season.
The 2024 Festival of Trees is now open at the Tech Depot in downtown Newport. Local merchants are inviting shoppers to “Shop ’til You Drop.” Meanwhile, the Newport Christmas Parade is set for Dec. 12 at 6 p.m.
Julie Allen (above), executive director of the Newport Area Chamber of Commerce, recently spoke with White River Now’s Chad Whiteaker about the exciting Christmas events planned for the city.
Listen to their conversation below.
For more details about many of the upcoming events in Newport, click here.
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