Earth Day THIS WEEKEND + Last Chance for Giveaways!

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Farina, Katie

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Apr 23, 2026, 10:26:42 AMApr 23

This Saturday, April 25, Noon – 4 PM, at Keeley Park, the City of Greensboro is celebrating Earth Day 2026!!

Visitor parking is available at the sprayground parking lot, 4110 Keeley Rd. A shuttle will take visitors to the festival grounds.

Join us for a fun-filled day learning about our planet and how to care for it! The festival will include a wide range of activities and educational opportunities from over 50 exhibiting groups -- from a native plant giveaway and mini workshops for environmentally-friendly practices to animal interactions, electric vehicles, guided nature walks, and a NEW kid zone with inflatables and face painting! Enjoy lunch and dessert from 5 participating food trucks! Admission is FREE.

Tomorrow is your last chance to reserve your free native plant (blue mistflower) and play Earth Day BINGO for a free t-shirt at www.greensboro-nc.gov/EarthDay!

Mini Workshop Schedule

Located at the Picnic Shelter

· 12:30 – 1 pm – Sustainable Insect Pest Management

Presented by UNCG Plant and Pollinator Center

· 1:15 – 1:45 pm- Beyond the Blue Bin: Your Donation's Second Chance

Presented by Triad Goodwill

· 2 – 2:30 pm – Saving Nature with Your Yard: Homegrown National Parks

Presented by Northwest Piedmont Master Naturalist, Maryjo Powell

· 2:45 – 3:15 pm – The Quick and Dirty on Composting: A Beginner's Guide

Presented by City of Greensboro Waste Reduction and Recycling Team

· 3:30 – 4 pm – Green Spring Cleaning: Make a DIY Eco-Friendly Cleaning Solution

Presented by City of Greensboro Waste Reduction and Recycling Team