Newport Yachting Center

Went to see music concert at Newport Yachting Center, concert was great - but I was expecting better positioning of stage and tent. Hopping to see sunset and Newport bridge lights in dark. They need to turn stage around and reorganize it. Overall great experience, just my expectations were different.

Attended Bill Burr last -unfortunately it was quite hot, the poor comedians were literally dying on stage. The tent has no fans-they put a $16 Walmart fan on the stage as if that would help. (Burr ended up unplugging it, so ridiculous) General admission tickets are a waste of money-no video or sound feed. Had to stand outside the tent and hopefully catch some of the act. Will never go back!

We saw comedian Bill Burr here on 7/14. I'm not exaggerating when I say the whole audience was dripping in sweat about 5 minutes into the show. The giant fan on the ceiling that hovered motionless above us was a big tease. Even though this venue is right on the water, you don't get any of the breeze inside the tent, plus you get to cook in the added heat from the pavement that's been soaking up the heat from the sun all day long. Additionally, you're stuffed into the rows of folded chairs like little sardines in a sweaty little can... I had to hunch my shoulders over the whole time to keep from brushing sweaty elbows with the big fellas seated on either side of me. Long lines for the bar and bathroom were to be expected. 2 24oz coronas put us back $18 which wasn't too terrible. We didn't try the food from here - instead we hopped around a little before the show and that's part of what makes this place so great- we hit up Diego's, Blues Cafe and the Red Parrot.

2 stars for the sweltering heat at this 5-star location. If you're going here in the summer, just come mentally prepared for it and you'll still have a blast, as we did. The sunset views were spectacular and we loved being able to check out different restaurants in close proximity. And Bill Burr was awesome! We'll definitely be back to see him next year if he's there again.

One other tip: If you park in pay by the 1/2 hour lot by the liquor store, the attendants leave after midnight. So if you're up for sticking around for some post-show food and drinks, you can park for free.