Friday, April 22nd, 2016, is the day we celebrate our amazing planet!
Earth Day is an annual event, every April 22nd, on which day events worldwide are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. It was first celebrated in 1970, and is now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network, and celebrated in more than 193 countries each year.
Find out all the Earth Day 2016 Colorado celebrations you can attend this year with our Earth Day 2016 guide! (Events ordered by date.)
2016 Earth Day Celebration: What’s Your Footprint?
When: Saturday, April 16th, 2016
Where: Lakewood Heritage Center, 801 S Yarrow St, Lakewood, CO 80226
Time: 11am – 4pm
Cost: Free
What’s YOUR footprint? This annual, one-day event is bigger than ever, showcasing companies, agencies and organizations that provide products, services and resources for residents and businesses to make sustainable choices, so plan on a little eco-shopping. Demonstrations include beekeeping, composting and keeping backyard chickens, and festival sponsor Front Range Lumber will be giving away tree saplings. The event includes a free bike valet, kids play area, good eats and a beer garden with local brews. Denver rocker Rob Drabkin will be playing as well as singer and songwriter Lara Ruggles and folk artist Gabrielle Louise. Fee-based electronics recycling will be available next-door at the Iron Gate office building, 777 S. Yarrow St. More details at: lakewood.org/EarthDayCelebration.
Denver Digs Trees Earth Day Tree Sale
When: Saturday, April 16th, 2016
Where: Two locations: City Park Greenhouse, 2500 E 23rd Ave, Denver, CO 80205 & Sloan’s Lake Park, 5055 W 17th Ave, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 9am – 12pm
Cost: $45 – $65 per tree
The Park People makes it fun, relevant, and easy to celebrate Earth Day by offering homeowners the opportunity to purchase affordable trees to plant on their property. This popular, annual event has increased significance this year, since the discovery of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) in Boulder in 2012. The Park People, in conjunction with the Office of the Denver City Forester, has been preparing for the invasive insect’s possible arrival in Denver and working to reduce its impact by proactively planting 20 percent more trees in 2016. Participating in the Earth Day Tree Sale is a great way for residents to assist in this effort.
This sale is open to everyone, not just residents of Denver, and will be held in conjunction with the Denver Digs Trees program tree distribution on Saturday, April 16. Homeowners can purchase fruiting, flowering, and shade trees to plant in their yards. All species are available in limited quantities, and will be sold on a first come, first served basis.
Earth Day at Garden of the Gods
When: Saturday, April 16th, 2016
Where: Garden of the Gods, 1805 N 30th St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
Time: 9am – 2pm
Cost: Free
The 2016 Earth Day celebration is a fun, free, family event at Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs. The Earth Day event will promote grassroots community action in protecting the environment through cleanup efforts at Garden of the Gods Park. This event also focuses on inspiring and educating youth and the community to take care of our natural treasures, living green and protecting our environment through green thinking and living.
Event highlights include: Brand New Interactive Exhibits at the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center – Highlighting the Geology, Flora, Fauna, and History of Garden of the Gods Park,. Free admission to Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site and their celebration events, Air Force Academy Falconer’s (Live Falcons). A Chemical Magic Show, American Indian Dancers, Live animals and presentations from Nature’s Educators. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Touch the Earth, Rocky Mountain Wildlife, Peterson Air Force Base Fire Department Smoke House Education, Front Range Climbing CO educational demonstrations, Adventures Out West Segway demonstrations, Nature walks, wildlife touch tables, arts and crafts and educational exhibits by the City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreational and Cultural Services, Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Bestway Recycling, Catamount Institute, Colorado Springs Utilities, Rocky Mountain Field Institute, School in the Woods, National Forest Service, Pikes Peak Climbers Alliance, National Natural Landmarks, Friends of Garden of the Gods, and the Garden of the Gods Foundation.
Earth Day Willow Planting
When: Saturday, April 16th, 2016
Where: Festival Park, 300 Second St., Castle Rock, CO 80104
Time: 9am – 12pm
Celebrate Earth Day with the Town of Castle Rock and help improve wetland areas at the new Philip S. Miller Park. Willow branches will be harvested at Festival Park and then replanted along a wet drainage way located on the south side of the Miller Activity Complex (MAC). Participants should bring pruning shears, engineer hammers and work gloves. Snacks and beverages will be provided. This is a perfect activity for Scout groups working on their conservation badges! Adult supervision recommended for children under 12. Signed participation waivers are required. Download and print waiver at: bit.ly/EarthDayWillowPlanting
Earth Day Celebration at Aspen Grove Shopping Center
When: Everyday through Saturday, April 22nd, 2016
Where: Aspen Grove Shopping Center, 7301 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120
Aspen Grove, in honor of Earth Day, will be posting ‘GREEN TIPS’ on Facebook everyday through April 22nd, 2016. For each like, comment, or share of their tips they will donate $1, up to $1,000, to their neighbors The Hudson Gardens & Event Center. Aspen Grove also has a gift with purchase for Earth Day! Spend $200 or more at any store or restaurant (or combination) from April 11th – 22nd, 2016 and receive a FREE* tree (approximately 3-4 gallons). *Bring your receipts to the Aspen Grove Management Office and register to be an Aspen Grove Insider and you will receive one free tree, while supplies last. Receipts must be dated between 4/11/16 and 4/22/16 and be redeemed by 4/26/16 at the Aspen Grove Management Office located behind Williams-Sonoma and open Monday-Friday 9am – 5pm.
Earth Day Science Community Outreach
When: Thursday, April 21st, 2016
Where: Englewood Public Library, 1000 Englewood Pkwy, Englewood, CO 80110
Time: 4pm
Cost: Free
The Englewood Public Library is hosting a special Earth Day Science Community Outreach to help teach kids the importance of science through hands-on and fun Earth Day-themed activities.
Earth Day Denver 2016 at Union Station
When: Friday, April 22nd, 2016
Where: Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
Time: 10am – 2pm
Cost: Free
Join Denver for the 2016 Earth Day celebration at Union Station! Peruse booths to learn how to live more sustainably at home, at work and in your community, and visit the train platform to join RTD’s grand opening celebration for the new A Line train to DIA! This free event is presented by the City & County of Denver Department of Environmental Health.
Earth Day Gear Swap
When: Friday, April 22nd, 2016
Where: Alliance For Sustainable Colorado, 536 Wynkoop St, Ste 100, Denver, CO 80202
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: Free
Save the planet while you save some money on Earth Day by participating in Rocky Mountain Wild‘s first ever Earth Day Gear Swap. Clean your closets and sell your used gear. You’ll receive 80% of the ticket price, RMW will receive 20%, and Earth will receive 100% of the benefits in your sustainability. They have forms (FAQs, Agreement, online Wufoo form, or a download spreadsheet if you prefer) for those who wish to consign items as well as details of how to purchase items on their website at: rockymountainwild.org/gearswap. The doors will open for the sale at 10am (cash, check, or credit), at 4pm, they will start closing with a special happy hour, which will include a cash bar!
Earth Day Neighborhood Clean Up
When: Friday, April 22nd, 2016
Where: The River Power Vinyasa Yoga, 1212 Delaware St, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 4pm – 6pm
The River Power Vinyasa Yoga are hosting a special neighborhood clean up in honor of Earth Day. They request you bring a plastic bag for trash, gloves, your friends and family and positive vibes!
Earth Day Yoga for Kids
When: Friday, April 22nd, 2016
Where: Ash Grove Park, 1701 S Holly St, Denver, CO 80222
Time: 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Cost: $15. Register at: bit.ly/EarthDayYogaKids
Silly Hearts Yoga for Kids are hosting a special Earth Day Yoga for Kids at Ash Grove Park. Join them for an Earth Day inspired OUTDOOR yoga class for children ages 4 and up. Please register in advance. All participants will leave class with their very own tiny flower pot!
Party for the Planet
When: Friday, April 22nd, 2016
Where: Let Em Have It Salon, 490 E 20th Ave, Denver, CO 80205
Time: 6pm – 8pm
Cost: Free
Let Em Have It Salon celebrates Earth Day with partners and cohorts dedicated to “greening up” the beauty business.
They’re celebrating with artwork by Christian Espino and featured guests from Green Circle Salon, Certifiably Green Denver, Davines, B Corporation and Slow Food Denver. In Addition they will donate a portion of their proceeds from product sales to Slow Food Denver. The evening promises a good mix of fun and eye opening insights into how key partners in the beauty world are transforming the industry. Guests will enjoy drinks, snacks, music, new work for sale by featured local artist Christian Espino, and great deals on Davines products.
Earth Day Craft
When: Friday, April 22nd, 2016
Where: WOW! Children’s Museum, 110 N Harrison Ave, Lafayette, CO 80026
Time: 10am
Cost: Included in museum admission
Make a plantable seeding in celebration of Earth Day at WOW! Children’s Museum.
Earth Day Buttons Craft
When: Friday, April 22nd, 2016
Where: Smiley Branch Library, 4501 W 46th Ave, Denver, CO 80212
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free
Show your Earth love. Stop by the Smiley Branch Library to make an earth day button or magnet.
Earth Day Celebration at Butterfly Pavilion
When: Saturday, April 23rd, 2016
Where: Butterfly Pavilion, 6252 W 104th Ave, Westminster, CO 80020
Time: 10am – 2pm
Cost: $6
Celebrate Earth Day at Butterfly Pavilion. April 23rd is not only their Earth Day celebration but also their $5 Day! They will have activities and Earth Day celebrations happening in their ballroom (it will cost an additional $1 to participate in these activities.). Come to Butterfly Pavilion to learn all about the importance of Earth Day and what you can do to help.
As Michael Jackson noted: “Heal the world we live in. Save it for our children.” Happy Earth Day Colorado!