Schooner Aurora

About

Schooner Aurora is a 101-foot classic sailing vessel based in Newport, RI, offering couples a unique wedding band experience aboard an iconic tall ship. This historic vessel evokes Newport's maritime heritage and provides a distinctive setting for wedding celebrations on Narragansett Bay, serving as an alternative to traditional reception venues. The Schooner Aurora works well for pre-wedding gatherings, rehearsal dinners, and post-wedding brunches, with the flexibility to accommodate various celebration styles—from formal sunset sails to casual harbor gatherings like lobster boils. Couples can arrange events that take advantage of the ship's natural backdrop and the scenic views of the water, creating an atmospheric setting for their wedding weekend activities. Pricing for events aboard Schooner Aurora starts at $2,500. The vessel's capacity and specific package details should be confirmed directly with the vendor to ensure it fits your guest count and event needs.

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What couples should know

Schooner Aurora is one of bands listed on Blu List in Newport, RI, where every published price is shown upfront and no vendor has paid for placement. Pricing starts at $2,500, which is rare in this category — most bands hide their numbers until couples submit a form. Public review history is still light — a good prompt to ask for couple references during your first call. This listing was built from public sources and has not yet been claimed by the business; details may be slightly out of date until Schooner Aurora verifies the page. Before booking any band, it's worth comparing two or three nearby bands side-by-side on price, capacity, and review patterns rather than going on photos alone.

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