Blankets
Blankets are allowed at 6 by 8 feet or smaller. Stage-specific placement should still be verified.
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Folk Planner 2026
This is an unofficial fan-made planning tool for Newport Folk Festival. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Newport Festivals Foundation. Schedule information is subject to change; confirm critical details with Newport Folk.
Data status
Current schedule version: 2026.official.2. Transcribed from the official Newport Folk 2026 schedule at newportfolk.org/schedule (Fort, Quad, Harbor, Foundation, and Bike stages, July 24-26). official.2 reflects a Sunday Fort Stage update: Tedeschi Trucks Band withdrew and Father John Misty was added, with Brandi Carlile and Nathaniel Rateliff & Friends set times shifted accordingly. Artists and times are subject to change; confirm critical details with Newport Folk.
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Chairs
Chairs must be under 34 inches high. Chairs under 30 inches are allowed outside no-chair zones; 30–34 inch chairs belong farthest from stages or in designated shade areas.
Official sourceShade and umbrellas
Personal shade tents are allowed at the back of performance areas when they do not impede others. Umbrellas must be closed during performances.
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Empty refillable water bottles are allowed and refill stations are available.
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The Accessibility Hub offers shade, water, a restricted bathroom, mobility-device charging, and accessibility volunteers.
Official sourceWeather and changes
The festival is rain or shine. All artists, set times, and stages are subject to change.
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