Looking for fun and meaningful ways to celebrate Earth Day with your family?
The Twin Cities is full of kid-friendly events that make it easy to get outside, give back, and connect with nature. From park clean-ups and hands-on art projects to nature walks and eco-focused festivals, there are plenty of opportunities to teach kids about caring for the planet—while having a great time together.
Here’s a roundup of Earth Day happenings around the metro area that parents and kids alike will love.
Earth Day | Robert Bird Sanctuary
April 19 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
On Saturday, April 19, from 9:00 a.m. to noon, Friends of Roberts Bird Sanctuary and the Lake Harrie...
Earth Day Reseeding Celebration | Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center
April 19 @ 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
In the fall, we welcome people to our annual Buckthorn Removal Festival, where we try to get rid of ...
Earth Day Storytime with Melina Mangal | Red Balloon Bookshop
April 19 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Celebrate Earth Day a few days early with Mélina Mangal, author of the new board books TREES STAND ...
Earth Day Celebration | El Rio Vista Rec Center
April 19 @ 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Enjoy a free community meal, live entertainment, inspiring speakers, and family friendly activities ...
Earth Week Celebration | Trapp Farm
April 19 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Explore educational booths, connect with local businesses, and enjoy delicious food from a local ven...
Earth Day Celebration | 3709 Minnehaha Ave
April 19 @ 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Get ready for another amazing family friendly community event! Chances R Good is back in town and we...
Earth Day Lady Bug Release | Nickelodeon Universe
April 22 @ 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Every Earth Month, we release thousands of ladybugs into Nickelodeon Universe® to serve as a natura...
Earth Day Clean up | Baker’s Wife
April 26 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Please join us as we clean up 42nd Street. Light refreshments will be provided. Meet at Baker’...
Earth Day Celebration | Richfield Community Center
April 26 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free event, open to all ages! Browse the resource fair and visit with nature and sustainability orga...
