Newport's Daffodil Days Return In April

NEWPORT, RI — While Newport is famed for its summer visitors and beaches, Aquidneck Island in the springtime has plenty to offer. Every year, millions of daffodils burst out of the ground, carpeting the island in cheerful yellow blooms.

The city, self-proclaimed as the "Daffiest City in New England," celebrates each April with a slate of family friendly activities. This year's celebration will kick off with the Daffy Dressed Doggy "Paw-rade" on April 2, with prizes awarded to the best-dressed dos and humans.

Here's a look at this year's other highlights:

• April 16: Newport Rhode Races marathon, half marathon and 5K dashes. Register online.
• April 24: Audrain Automotive Museum’s first "Cars & Coffee" of 2022 throughout downtown Newport, featuring daffodil-decorated vehicles. Enter online.
• Tour de Jonquilles Bike Ride and Private Garden Tour
• The Easter Bunny Goes Daffy at the Shops on Long Wharf
• Jane Pickens special screening of Tim Burton’s award-winning film, “Big Fish”
• Curated daffodil tour and lecture at the Green Animals Topiary Garden

See the full schedule on the Daffodil Days website.

The Daffodil Days celebration is now part of Newport in Bloom, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary. The non-profit organization, staffed entirely by volunteers, encourages Newport residents and businesses to get outside, get to know their neighbors and beautify their outdoor spaces.