Earth Day Events

With events on Earth Day (Tuesday, April 22) and throughout the week, New York City celebrates sustainability and ways to live in harmony with the planet. Below we’ve listed some of the events where you can honor our planet; Union Square is the usual primary host of Earth Day events, but there are happenings both big and small across the City. 

• April 17: Earth Day Initiative’s in-person Earth Day activities take place in Union Square Park. Come to talk to science-forward and environmentally conscious exhibitors, meet fellow activists, watch performances and hear speakers in this daylong event.

• April 19: Earth Day on Governors Island includes activities for all ages, science exhibits, an island-wide scavenger hunt, art, music and walking tours. 

• April 22: Queens County Farm Museum holds Bee-a-Pollinator Service Day—a time to volunteer, play a few games and hear from the farm’s beekeeper.

• April 22: Earth Day Tree Planting in Bronx Park: Wear protective clothing and bring water bottle; all planting materials and tools will be provided.

• April 26: Visit Randall’s Island for the Earth Day Festival, a free, family-friendly event full of activities, live music and art all in the spirit of sustainability.