42nd Annual Garden Market Fair
The 42nd Annual Garden Market Fair at Wilcox Park, offering a full day centered on gardening, local vendors, and community connection. Hosted by Westerly Library and Wilcox Park, the event transforms the park into an open-air market filled with plants, artisan goods, and interactive experiences. It’s a seasonal staple that draws visitors looking to refresh their gardens, explore local offerings, and spend time outdoors.
The festival features a wide selection of plants and gardening essentials, including annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, organic vegetables, and herbs. Alongside the plant vendors, attendees can browse handmade goods, home and garden accessories, and specialty items from local artisans. The event also includes educational and hands-on elements, from soil testing and gardening advice to demonstrations and nature-focused activities that make it accessible for both experienced gardeners and beginners.
Beyond shopping, the Garden Market Fair creates a community-focused atmosphere with live music, food, and family-friendly attractions throughout the day. Visitors can enjoy performances, explore nonprofit booths, and take part in activities like kids’ crafts and animal encounters, including alpaca visits. The combination of plants, local organizations, and interactive programming makes it a well-rounded event that blends gardening, learning, and community engagement.
Vendors & Participants:
Plant & Nature:
Berry Island Dahlias
Berry Island Soap Company
Blue Moon Farm Perennials
Colbey Sales and Service Co.
Delightfully Evil Designs
Earth Essence Herbals
Frontier Farm
Green Infrastructure Center, Inc.
Growing Hope Farm
Hallene Farm
Lazy K Ranch
Lovewell Farms
Paul-N-Dina Gardens
Westerly Library & Wilcox Park
Wood and Ink
Zen Zone
Nonprofits & Community Organizations:
Dante Society of Westerly
Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
Friends of Westerly Library & Wilcox Park
Jonnycake Center of Westerly
League of Women Voters of South County RI
Literacy Volunteers of Washington County
RI Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRRC)
URI Master Gardeners
Watch Hill Conservancy
The Westerly Band
Westerly Land Trust
Westerly Village – The Village Common RI
WildRoots Play
Food:
Westerly High School “Highland Grille”
Activities & Features:
Sound Bath with Zen Zone
Soil testing with URI Master Gardeners
Kids Korner with Natural Arts
Live animals with Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
Alpaca visits
Live music with The Westerly Band
Neighbor Day activities on the Esplanade
