Illuminated Swan Boats 2025

October 27, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

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$8 – $12

Illuminated Swan Paddleboat Rides

Open Nightly (weather permitting) September 26 through November 2, 2025, 6-11 PM
Roger Williams Park, Polo Lake (dock next to the zoo entrance)
Set sail on Polo Lake aboard an Illuminated Swan Paddleboat! The Park scenery transforms into a glowing dreamscape every night during fall. Tickets are purchased upon arrival at the booth near the dock entrance (no online advance purchase); cash and all major credit cards are accepted.

ADMISSION

Adults (ages 13 and older): $12

Children (ages 2-12): $8

Children (age 1): $4 (infants ride free)

Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult, and are required to wear a life jacket (provided).

For more information, please contact Cynthia at (508) 984-8264.

Learn more about boating at Roger Williams Park at Gondolaus.com.

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We had an amazing time at last week’s Summer Pops Concert at Roger Williams Park! Thank you, @riphilharmonic for serenading us with Outstanding Overtures — truly a trip down memory lane — and to presenting partner @rifoundation!
The @riphilharmonic Summer Pops Concert at the Temple to Music is TOMORROW! Join us for Outstanding Overtures: Favorites from theater, film & classical music, with conductor Troy Quinn.

🗓️ Wednesday, August 5, 7 PM
🎵 Free and open to the public, no tickets required
🍔 Food trucks from @pvd_foodtruckevents!
⛱️ Bring your blanket or lawn chair, and arrive early!
🚘 Pro-tip: use the Find My Car app to make it easier to head out after.

Thank you to presenting partner @rifoundation, and to supporters:
@providenceact
@cityofprovidence
@pvdparks
@klr_cpa 
@washtrust
Due to rain, this evening's Gentle Yoga at the Park with @ocean_state_ellary is canceled – stay dry, and see you next week! 🌧🌈
Skip a trip to the grocery store and head to the RWP Gateway Center this Saturday, August 1, 9 AM-12 PM, for the @africanallianceofrhodeisland Pop-Up Farmers Market, and support local farmers!

Shop locally grown produce, farm-fresh eggs, and seasonal fruits, and enjoy music from DJ Flip and learn more about community resources. WIC, SFMNP, SNAP (Double Up Food Bucks), Square, and more are accepted.

Can't make it this week? Catch the next one on September 5!
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