Join the Roger Williams Park Conservancy for a full week of FREE activities in the Park to celebrate spring and the Park’s rejuvenation!

Full Moon Hike
Monday, April 30 | 7:30-8:30 PM
Meet at the Museum of Natural History (map)
Explore the moonlit trails of Roger Williams Park with Museum of Natural History Director Renée Gamba while learning about the night sky and nocturnal animals. Event takes place monthly through September.

Pre-registration is preferred. Call (401) 680-7224 or email [email protected] to register. This event is for ages 7+; pets are not permitted. Please wear sturdy shoes.

Trail Run
Tuesday, May 1 | 5:30-6:30 PM
Meet at the Dalrymple Boathouse (map)
Join Superintendent of Providence Parks Wendy Nilsson for a Trail Run to introduce runners (from beginner to advanced) to Roger Williams Park’s trail system. Run the Big Lakes Trail, 3.2 miles, at an easy pace. All are welcome!

Please RSVP to [email protected].

Guided Trail Walk
Wednesday, May 2 | 5:30-7:00 PM
Meet at the Dalrymple Boathouse (map)
Roger Williams Park offers several miles of walking paths and woodland trails along the water’s edge. Discover the recently restored trail system with Landscape Designer Mike Lusi.

Please RSVP to [email protected].

Yoga in the Park
Thursday, May 3 | 6:00-7:00 PM
At the Temple to Music (map)
This introductory vinyasa flow class is open to all levels, from beginners to advanced, and will move at a gentle pace to establish strength, flexibility, and balance within a continuous sequence of postures. The class supports healthy alignment while honoring and exploring the connection between movement, breath and mindfulness.

Please RSVP to [email protected].

Food Truck Friday
Friday, May 4 | 5:00-8:30 PM
At the Carousel Village (map)
Treat yourself to food from over a dozen local food trucks, plus enjoy beer, wine and live music.

Jane’s Walk: Discovering Roger Williams Park 
Saturday, May 5 | 3:00-4:30 PM
Meet at the Monument to Roger Williams (pictured; see map)
Explore some of the Park’s history, venues, sculpture, and landscape and engage in a lively discussion: Many parks, like Roger Williams Park, were created over a century ago. How do we care for these spaces today? How do we preserve the best of the past while meeting the needs of the future.

Click here
to learn more about Jane’s Walk Providence and to register.

Statuary Stroll: A Springtime Walk in the Park 
Sunday, May 6 | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Meet at the Museum of Natural History (map)
Roger Williams Park’s landscape is at its best with pastel blossoms on ornamental trees and shrubs abounding – a wonderful time to walk about and explore its historic statuary art! Museum of Natural History docent Mike McGinity will guide participants through statues and monuments tucked away in often hidden places.

Pre-registration preferred. Call (401) 680-7248 or email [email protected] to register. Pets are not permitted. Please wear sturdy shoes.

For more information about the series or about Roger Williams Park Conservancy, contact [email protected].

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