A celebration of the arts and culture of Japan, commemorating Cmdr. Matthew C. Perry, USN, of Newport, who negotiated the first treaty between Japan and the United States. Demonstrations and workshops of origami, sushi-making, martial arts, Taiko drumming, and a Japanese tea ceremony. See festival website for schedule.

People who love traditional Irish music love this day-long toast to Celtic culture and 10-hour marathon of Celtic celebration. General admission; no reserved seating; re-entry is allowed. Seating areas will be available throughout the venue. Held rain or shine. Time: 12:30 p.m. Cost: $25 spring discount; $30 through August 22; $40 day of the concert; SNUG package, $75; kids under age 12 are admitted free with an adult

The air is filled with the sounds of snapping nylon and kite strings as the kites whip their tails in the sky and the ocean breeze washes your face. There is nothing more or less to this jubilee other than the pure joy of flying a kite. Admission is free. Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

This 46-year-old festival presents 60 chamber music programs in the Gilded Age mansion of Newport. Music is from 19th-century chamber music and Romantic-era piano literature. There will be concerts of chamber music favorites and programs of ragtime and tango, along with a few surprises. A tribute to German composer Richard Strauss will feature several concerts of his music. The Strauss Series will include piano, chamber and vocal works. See festival website for schedule details.

Come relax during this full day of positive vibes with internationally acclaimed reggae bands. Mingle among vendors and artisans and enjoy festive food and drink in the heart of downtown Newport. Concert-goers may come and go during this day of extraordinary music. Time: Noon to 10 p.m. Admission: $45