Band concerts, art festivals, and other activities are regular Wilcox Park attractions.
Garden Market Fair
Big plant sale held on the grounds, over 20 local vendors setup to sell everything garden-related as well as Park Volunteers hosting the “Kids Corner” and selling plant material originated from the park.
May 17, 2009
Virtu Art Festival
Chamber of Commerce organizes large art sale featuring artists from throughout southern New England.
May 23 & 24, 2009
Memorial Day Ceremonies
The annual re-dedication of the library as a living Civil War memorial.
May 25, 2009
Summer Pops Concert
The Chorus of Westerly organizes a spectacular concert featuring the Boston Pops as well as many smaller acts. A dazzling firework display is the grand finale to the concert. Bring a picnic dinner and blanket.
June 20, 2009 at 8:00 pm
Pre-show begins at 6:30 pm
Town Band concerts
See one of the oldest community bands in the country. The Westerly Town Band was established in 1852 and has been performing since then with a brief 4-year hiatus several of the band members took to serve our country in the Civil War. Since the creation of the park and the construction of the Bandstand in 1902, the Westerly Town Band has been filling the park air with music annually.
Children's Concert: June 28, 2009 at 2:00 pm
Evening Concert: August 12, 2009 at 7:00 pm
Shakespeare in the Park
The Colonial Theater performs works of the Bard in Wilcox Park. Bring dinner and a blanket to make the most of this wonderful event. This year's production will be Two Gentlemen of Verona.
July 16 - August 2, 2009
Holiday arrangement workshop
Held in the library, the workshop helps everyone in attendance get into the holiday spirit by offering materials and advice on how to create your own holiday arrangements.
Caroling
Held in the park at the historic Bandstand, carolers are led in song by Santa’s professional musical helper.
Special Events