Davis Arboretum’s Auburn Azalea Festival set for April 16

The Donald E. Davis Arboretum invites the public to attend its fourth annual Auburn Azalea Festival on Saturday, April 16, 2022. The plant sale will begin at 8 a.m. at the Arboretum with other festivities beginning at 10 a.m. The event is free of charge and open to the public.

The festival’s native plant sale will be the only place to purchase the Auburn series native azaleas. Varieties available for purchase will include Aubie, Tiger, Samford Sorbet, War Eagle, Plainsman, Two Bits, Bodda Getta and more.

In addition to the plant sale, this year’s festival will feature live music, art vendors, food trucks, exciting animals and more.

“We are excited to welcome the Auburn community back to experience this wonderful tradition that showcases our vibrant Azalea collection,” said Morgan Pendergrass, director of the Davis Arboretum. “Come enjoy a beautiful day with us in the Arboretum.”

The Davis Arboretum is located at 181 Garden Drive. For questions regarding the Auburn Azalea Festival, contact Pendergrass at beadllm@auburn.edu.