Father's Day Celebration
Enjoy a relaxing day at the gardens featuring live woodcarving demonstrations by Shawndavid Berry of Shawndavid Berry Woodworks and live music by Jamie Mernick. Stroll the sculpture trails, browse plants for sale, and join an optional guided tree tour.
Refreshments will be available throughout the day, including craft beer from Tragmar Ale Works and Tilted Barn Brewery, plus iced coffee, lemonade, and mocktails courtesy of RI Cruisin' Cocktails.
Come hungry—the Burrito Bowl food truck will be on site. With kids' activities and plenty to explore, there's something for the whole family to enjoy!
Wood Carving Demo
By resident artist Shawndavid Berry
Watch Shawndavid Berry bring wood to life as he transforms raw logs into beautiful works of art using traditional carving tools and a chainsaw. Don't miss this unique opportunity to see a talented artist create stunning sculptures right before your eyes.
Refreshments
Brought to you by RI Cruisin' Cocktails
Cool off with a variety of refreshing beverages throughout the day! Enjoy craft beer from local favorites Tragmar Ale Works and Tilted Barn Brewery, or choose from iced coffee, fresh lemonade, and handcrafted mocktails.
Food Truck
Brought to you by The Burrito Bowl
The Burrito Bowl will be serving fresh, made-to-order Mexican-inspired favorites, including burritos, rice bowls, tacos, and quesadillas with a variety of flavorful fillings and toppings. Perfect for a quick lunch or a hearty meal while enjoying the festivities.
Live Music
Brought to you by Jamie Mernick
Enjoy live acoustic music by Jamie Mernick featuring a variety of familiar favorites and timeless selections for all ages. Jamie's warm guitar melodies provide the perfect soundtrack for a relaxing day in the gardens.
Plant Sale
All plants 15% off!
Offering a wide selection of azaleas, perennials, native plants, shrubs, and trees. Whether you're looking to enhance your garden, support pollinators, or add something unique to your landscape, there's something for every gardener to enjoy.
Browse our market in person or pre-order online.
Sculpture Trail
By resident artist Shawndavid Berry
View some of the latest and most impressive sculptures by Shawndavid Berry Woodworks. Each piece is hand-carved using chainsaws and chisels from ash trees harvested from the gardens, transforming them into unique works of art that celebrate both craftsmanship and conservation.
Tree Tours
Brought to you by Kinney Azalea Garden
Join one of our guided tree tours and discover some of the garden's most notable trees. Our knowledgeable guides will highlight unique species, share their history and characteristics, and provide insight into their ecological and horticultural significance.
Kids Activites
Brought to you by Kinney Azalea Garden
Bring the whole family for a day of fun and adventure! Kids can enjoy a garden scavenger hunt, story time, hands-on crafts, and other family-friendly activities designed to spark creativity and encourage exploration of the natural world.
