We are so blessed in Los Angeles to be surrounded by stunning beautiful nature. And every April Earth Day is a great reminder we need to do our best to take care of home. So for this article we are bringing you the best events happening in the city to celebrate Earth Day.
Whether you search for opportunities to connect with mother earth and pay tribute to your love for the outdoors, or simply searching for ways to contribute to environmental protection, we have it all!
Celebrate nature and participate in one, or many of these excellent events happening on Earth Day in Los Angeles. These are all family friendly activities, and some provide great educational opportunities for young participants. Happy Earth’s Day!
1 – Join an Earth Day Hike
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Earth Day is a time to celebrate our beautiful planet and recommit to protecting it. This year, why not combine your love for the outdoors with some environmental stewardship by joining an Earth Day cleanup hike in Los Angeles? Many Angelenos partner with the local parks and organize clean-up hikes all around the city including Griffith Park, Baldwin Hills and many others. So check with your local parks and join the great cause.
If you missed the chance to volunteer and still want to celebrate earth, simply hit any trail, enjoy the gorgeous outdoors scenery, take lots of photos, and have a delicious picnic. When you are all done, remember to show nature your appreciation, take away with you anything that does not belong to the park, and throw away the trash in the right bins.
For those looking for a quick scenic escape to celebrate Earth Day, “Humanitix” offers an Earth Day Ojai Hike Trail Clean Up & Picnic. Hike a beautiful 2.9-mile loop in Ojai, participate in a trail clean-up, and enjoy a post-hike picnic with fellow nature enthusiasts.
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2 – Beach Clean – Ups
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The iconic beaches of Southern California can always use clean-ups and you can join a beach clean-up event on Earth Day if you want to contribute to protecting these great beaches. These events bring together hundreds of volunteers and tackle a significant amount of trash in a short period. You’ll get to meet like-minded people and feel the impact of collective action.
Dive into Earth Day with the Annual Venice Beach Clean-Up! Meet other volunteers on April 22nd from noon to 3 pm at 2300 Ocean Front Walk Los Angeles 90291, and contribute to make Venice beach clean and beautiful on Earth Day.
If you are in the South Bay, bring your friends or family members to the Earth Day Beach Clean Up event in Hermosa Beach hosted by Sea Sprite Hotel. This event is on April 21st from 9 am to 1 pm. Participate in this great cause of keeping the beautiful Hermosa Beach clean while having some fun too as this event is prepared with live music and even raffle tickets. Buckets, gloves and water are provided for your convenience.
The city of Santa Monica welcomes all to participate in their Project Save our Surf Beach Clean Up on Saturday April 13th. Connect with other Angelenos supporting this great event, while keeping the beach clean. Buckets, and gloves will be provided for all participants.
Also check out more beach clean ups near you including,:
- Earth Day Beach Clean Up – Meditation and Paddle Out in Manhattan Beach
- Earth Day Arroyo Seco Clean Up in Pasadena
- LA River Clean Up
- Kids Beach Clean Up in Marina del Rey
- and Earth Day Beach Clean up hosted by Cabrillo Marine Aquarium in San Pedro.
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3 – Best Earth Day Pop Up Events
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Join some of the best pop up events on Earth Day! SteelCraft Garden Grove is hosting a fantastic Earth Day Pop-Up event on Saturday, April 20th. This family-friendly celebration is all about our planet, and it’s completely free to enter. Expect to find a variety of eco-friendly vendors, live music, and interactive workshops. And of course, Steelcraft’s wide selection of eateries will be open, offering a variety of delicious food and drinks.
ARTWATERlife is throwing their Five Dollar Art Party at the historic La Tierra de la Culebra Art Park in Los Angeles, and it’s the perfect way to celebrate our planet while surrounding yourself with creativity! Dozens of live performers, artists, muralists, and artisans will be showcasing their talents. Expect everything from captivating live art demonstrations to stunning murals and displays by local creatives with an eco-conscious twist.
Lastly, if you are near Corona California on Earth Day, you may want to stop by Family Fun Day at Corona Crossings on April 20th from 4 to 7 pm. This free event promises a day of eco-friendly activities, entertainment, and learning experiences that will leave both kids and adults feeling happy and empowered. Some of the fun activities include crafts, reptile encounters, pop up markets featuring eco-friendly items, and live music.
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4 – Earth Day Fest, Los Angeles Department of Sanitation
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Celebrate Earth Day with the Los Angeles Department of Sanitation! Get ready for a fun-filled day of learning and environmental action at the Los Angeles Department of Sanitation’s FREE Earth Day festival! This year’s event takes place on Saturday, April 13th, from 10 am to 2 pm, at the Sanitation Districts’ headquarters in Whittier.
This festival is a fantastic opportunity for people of all ages to explore environmental issues and discover ways to live more sustainably. Dive deep into environmental topics through interactive exhibits and demonstrations by over 50 green organizations. Learn about recycling, water conservation, and how the Sanitation Districts transform waste into valuable resources.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at how the Sanitation Districts operate! Tours of the San Jose Creek Water Reclamation Plant and the Puente Hills Materials Recovery Facility will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, so make sure to sign up for a tour as soon as you arrive at the festival.
Enjoy live music, magic shows, face painting. Also guests can participate at the Paint-a-Pot and Plant-a-Seed booths to decorate a terracotta pot. Once it’s dry, you move on to the Plant Poppy Seeds station (the California State Flower) and plant some seeds in your beautifully decorated pot, and take it home.
Find great food for purchase from many vendors, also available free popcorn and hot dogs. Event parking is located off-site at 13181 and 13191 Crossroads Parkway North. Shuttle service will be provided to transport guests to/from the parking lot and the festival. Guests are also encouraged to ride their bikes and carpool.
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5 – Earth Day Special Events
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Unleash your wild side at Wild for the Planet celebration at the LA Zoo! Come to the LA Zoo on April 20th – 21th, and participate in a variety of great activities focused on conservation, sustainability, and community. Some of these fantastic activities include learning about plants and wildlife at the Project Pollinator booth. There is also honey testing, and several other educational stations.
During your visit at the zoo, enjoy this special event to celebrate earth day with your family. Discover what you can do to defend natural resources, and enjoy animal care presentations featuring the greater one-horned rhinoceros, and chimpanzee.
Wild for the Planet programming is free with paid daytime admission, and brings educational experiences plus fun entertainment for the whole family. Expect music, characters, and performances.
Another great venue to visit on Earth day is the Natural History Museum. Los Angeles Natural History Museum protects and shares more than 35 million of specimens and artifacts. So Visit NHM on Sunday, April 21 from 11 am–3 pm for Earth Day-themed programming!
Lastly we suggest a visit to your favorite Botanic Garden for earth day celebration. The Los Angeles Arboretum is hosting Earth Day Seed Giveaway. In celebration of Earth Day on Saturday, April 22 and the Arboretum’s 75th Anniversary, they teamed up with some of their partners at Renee’s Garden and Botanical Interests to host a seed giveaway.
Visitors will receive one packet of floral seeds including sunflowers, California poppies, zinnias, and heirloom cornflowers. Seeds will be available while supplies last at both the Ayres Hall and South Parking Lot entrances.
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