WESTERLY

Westerly bridges Rhode Island and Connecticut, drawing audiences from both states to its downtown venues and nearby beach communities that come alive with summer music.

The United Theatre, a beautifully restored 1926 vaudeville house, anchors the cultural scene with concerts, films, and performing arts. Downtown bars and restaurants fill in the calendar with local and regional acts, while the beach areas at Watch Hill and Misquamicut add seasonal outdoor venues.

There's a relaxed, beachy energy to Westerly's music scene, especially in summer when the population swells with vacationers. Winter brings a quieter but dedicated local audience to downtown venues.

Tip: Downtown Westerly is compact and walkable. In summer, check the beach areas for outdoor shows and festivals that don't always appear on main event calendars.

Neighborhoods: Downtown • Watch Hill • Misquamicut • Pawcatuck