Narragansett Chamber of Commerce

10/20/2026

A few vendor spots are still available for this year’s Holiday Street Faire on Saturday, December 5!

If you’re a local business, maker, artisan, or vendor looking to be part of one of Narragansett’s favorite holiday traditions, now is the time to reach out.

Interested in participating? Call 401-783-7121 or email [email protected] or [email protected].

Spots are limited, so don’t wait!

10/09/2026

Our latest newsletter is up for the fall!

Check out things to do and ways to support local below!

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09/23/2026

Relive the 2026 Calamari Festival!

Thank you again to everyone who joined us for this year’s Narragansett Calamari Festival and helped make it such a great celebration of our local restaurants and community.

Our 2026 Festival Photo Album is ready to view thanks to incredible photographer, Josh Edenbaum, and linked below...are you in it?!

Want to know what’s coming up next? Sign up for the Narragansett Chamber newsletter to stay in the loop on upcoming events and community happenings throughout the year.

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Thank you again for spending the day with us. We hope to see you at the next one!

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09/21/2026

A Big Finish to the 2026 Calamari Festival Cook-Off!

A huge thank you to all of our participating restaurants for bringing their best to this year’s cook-off! We loved seeing the creativity, energy and friendly competition each restaurant brought to the festival.

The votes are in, and here are your 2026 People’s Choice results:

Best Overall
Winner: George's of Galilee
Runner-Up: The Haversham Tavern

Best Team Spirit
Winner: George’s of Galilee
Runner-Up: The Haversham Tavern

Most Innovative
Winner: George’s of Galilee
Runner-Up: Coast Guard House

Congratulations to our winners and runners-up, and thank you to everyone who tasted, voted and cheered on this year’s competitors. We loved seeing so much support for the restaurants that helped make this year’s cook-off such a fun part of the festival!

Pictures by Josh Edenbaum Photography. (Full Album Below)
https://joshedenbaum.com/gallery/narragansett-chamber-calamari-festival/

09/18/2026

Tomorrow’s the day! 🦑

Online ticket sales for the 2026 Rhode Island Calamari Festival & Cook-Off will close at 5 PM. After that, tickets will be available at the gate only.

And this year’s competitors are ready to bring the heat:

Coast Guard House
George's of Galilee
The Surf Shack: Bar, Restaurant & Hotel
The Haversham Tavern
Suya Joint
Finn's Harborside

Come taste your way through the competition, vote for your favorite, and enjoy a full day of calamari, oysters, music, drinks, and local flavor.

Grab your tickets online before 5 PM, or join us at the gate!

TICKETS > https://shorturl.at/1oX0p

Photos courtesy of Petta Lake Photography

09/16/2026

Get your tentacles on a ticket! Calamari Fest is THIS WEEKEND!

The Rhode Island Calamari Festival & Cook-Off is happening this Saturday, September 19, and there’s still time to grab your tickets in advance.

Come hungry for calamari tastings, local restaurants, live music, oysters, drinks, family fun and plenty of Rhode Island flavor.

Don’t squid around. Grab your tickets before the weekend.

You're invited to the most delicious event of the year! Save time at the door by purchasing your tickets in advance!

09/11/2026

Join Narragansett Parks and Recreation for a night of support this weekend.

Please come support Sean Philbin in his journey On Sunday, September 13th 3-7pm.

Can't make it? please consider making a donation or buying a raffle.
Sean and his family will be there to show you his progress after losing both his legs in a tragic car accident.

There will be food, drinks, raffles fun for all! Thank you for your community support!

08/31/2026

🦑19 Days and Counting!🦪

Are you joining us for our Annual Calamari Festival and Cook-Off? Read more about the event, what to expect, and how to secure your presale tickets before they increase to regular price after Labor Day!

Email from Narragansett Chamber of Commerce Secure your spot...and your tastings TODAY! 2026 CALAMARI FEST The Most Delicious Event of the Year is Almost Here! Join us under the tent for one of Rhode

08/20/2026

🦪New this year at the Rhode Island Calamari Festival: OYSTERS!

We’re excited to welcome a Rhode Island Oyster Showcase to this year’s festival, featuring several local oyster farms serving freshly shucked oysters under one tent.

🍽️Oysters will be available for purchase at the event with tokens, making it easy for oyster lovers to sample from their favorite local farms while enjoying the full Calamari Festival experience.

🦑Your general Calamari Festival admission includes calamari tastings from participating restaurants, live music, restaurant pop-ups, desserts from Job Corps, and family-friendly activities. Guests can also visit the B**r Tent, vote for their favorite calamari dish, and enjoy oysters as an added festival feature.

🌊Join us on Saturday, September 19, from 11-4pm at Veterans Park, adjacent to the Narragansett Towers.

Come support Rhode Island’s squid fishermen, local chefs, oyster farmers, and the seafood community that makes this event so special.

Tickets are available now HERE! > https://shorturl.at/cSe6v

08/14/2026

The Annual Calamari Festival is 5 weeks away! Be sure to secure your ticket and learn more about what to expect on our website.

🦪NEW THIS YEAR!🦪
Oysters are joining the celebration! Local oyster farms will be on site, offering their own fresh selections for guests to purchase and enjoy.

Come hungry, bring your friends, and get ready to celebrate the best of Rhode Island seafood.

Join us under the tent for one of Rhode Island’s favorite culinary celebrations. Your ticket includes calamari tastings from participating restaurants as local chefs and their teams serve up their signature 2026 calamari creations and compete for the coveted Calamari Trophy.