There are many events coming up to celebrate Earth Day, each with a focus on giving back to our own little piece of Mother Earth.
We've searched far and wide — so you don't have to. Events are listed chronologically.
| FRIDAY, APRIL 19 |
Party for Our Planet
Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
Celebrate all weekend with daily activities all about our big, beautiful planet! Meet some critters, craft sustainable art, learn about conservation, and more. In addition to Museum programming, some amazing local organizations will be joining the party. Activities vary each day.
9:00 AM–4:00 PM • Included with admission
| SATURDAY, APRIL 20 |
Earth Day Celebration
Cherry Creek State Park, Aurora
Celebrate Earth Day with volunteer projects followed by fun activities, including a face painter and FREE kites! A daily, annual, or Keep Colorado Wild pass is required to enter the park. Registration required.
9:00 AM–2:00 PM • FREE!
Party for Our Planet
Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
Celebrate all weekend with daily activities all about our big, beautiful planet! Meet some critters, craft sustainable art, learn about conservation, and more. In addition to Museum programming, some amazing local organizations will be joining the party. Activities vary each day.
9:00 AM–4:00 PM • Included with admission
Party for The Planet
Downtown Aquarium, Denver
Dive into what makes our planet great! Enjoy a conservation table, Bingo card and scavenger hunt, stamp card and craft table, exhibit talks, animal demonstrations, and more.
10:00 AM–3:00 PM • Included with admission
Earth Day Free Event
Rocky Mountain Arsenal Wildlife Refuge, Commerce City
Enjoy a day full of fun, including animal meet and greets, face painting, nature-based crafts, touch-a-truck opportunities, nature walks, kids’ archery, guest appearances, and more!
11:00 AM–2:00 PM • FREE!
| SUNDAY, APRIL 21 |
Earth Day Hike
Red Rocks, Morrison
This is a kid-friendly hike that delivers on ease and southwest vibes (despite being in Denver’s backyard). The massive red rocks demand attention from start to finish as the trail weaves around them. Since the trail is only 1.5 miles with minimal elevation gain, it’s great for all skill levels.
8:00 AM–12:00 PM • FREE, but registration required
Party for Our Planet
Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
Celebrate all weekend with daily activities all about our big, beautiful planet! Meet some critters, craft sustainable art, learn about conservation, and more. In addition to Museum programming, some amazing local organizations will be joining the party. Activities vary each day.
9:00 AM–4:00 PM • Included with admission
Earth Day Celebration
Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street & Chatfield Farms
Be inspired by the natural world and learn new ways to support the health of your neighborhood’s flora and fauna and steward our planet’s health. Special activities take place throughout the event.
10:00 AM–3:00 PM • Included with Admission
| MONDAY, APRIL 22 |
Wild Earth Day
Wild Animal Sanctuary, Keenesburg
Earth Day is a fantastic chance to learn more about the important role that The Wild Animal Sanctuary plays in helping The Captive Wildlife Crisis. Each visitor that brings a potted tree or shrub (Cottonwood Tree, Eastern Red Cedar Evergreen, Lilac Bush, or Sand Cherry Bush) can visit free of charge and make a significant difference in the lives of our rescued animals and the future of our planet.
9:00 AM–Sunset • FREE admission to the Sanctuary walkway with a tree or bush donation
Earth Day
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
The Museum will have a series of fun-filled, interactive events in the Science Atrium to promote eco-friendly fun, biodiversity exploration, and conservation education as we honor our planet and the wonders of nature. Activities are geared toward ages 8 and under.
10:00 AM–2:00 PM • Included with Admission
SCFD Free Day for Earth Day
Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street & Chatfield Farms
What better way to celebrate Earth Day than at Denver Botanic Gardens? Wander the gardens, get inspired by the natural world, and connect with plants, especially plants of the Rocky Mountain region
10:00 AM–3:00 PM • FREE, but registration is required
Earth Day Wagon Rides
Plains Conservation Center, Aurora
Celebrate Earth Day with a wagon ride through the beautiful short grass prairie at the Plains Conservation Center. Wagon rides are approximately one hour long and are led by a knowledgeable guide who can answer all your wildlife questions. Please note: Wagon tours are weather-dependent.
12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, & 4:00 PM • $10
| SATURDAY, APRIL 27 |
Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, Lakewood
The City of Lakewood Earth Day Celebration is a huge community festival featuring live music all day, entertainment, educational exhibits, food, drinks, and family fun that encourage environmental awareness and bring the community together. This year’s event includes the 3rd annual Parade of Species and Costume Contest, electric vehicle test drives, animal yoga, and much more.
11:00 AM–7:00 PM • FREE!
Earth Day Celebration
Civic Center, Englewood
This family-friendly event is a fantastic way to connect with neighbors, learn about environmental initiatives, and celebrate our beautiful planet together. Enjoy music, vendors, kids' crafts, a tree giveaway, and more!
12:00–3:00 PM • FREE!
| SUNDAY, APRIL 28 |
Earth Day Parkpalooza
Bobcat Park, Sheridan
Enjoy healthy refreshments and giveaways while you learn about sustainability! Several organizations will impart many ways that you can create a balance of productive harmony with nature. Sheridan Recreation Center’s Creativity Lab will guide a free craft activity repurposing items that might otherwise end up in the trash.
| WHERE & HOW TO RECYCLE |
Bicycle Recycling
Bring your old bike and donate it to HopeCycle, an Englewood-based non-profit organization. Hope Cycle, formerly Project ReCycle, holds bike donation drives, spruces up the donated bicycles, and gets them into the hands of those less fortunate.
Visit hopecycle.org for more information.
Chemical Roundups
In place of a one-time annual event, the Douglas County Health Department is partnering with Waste Management to provide Douglas County residents with a low-cost household service for hazardous waste removal year-round.
Get details and sign up for your household pick-up at Waste Management’s website. The cost is $30 for Douglas County residents.
Computer/Electronics Recycling
Douglas County residents may recycle their electronics for free and year-round at Techno Rescue in Aurora, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and on occasional Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Check-in at the Front Office and state that the drop-off is for the Douglas County event. Proof of Residency is required (ID with photo and verification of address).
Paint Recycling
Through PaintCare's recycling program, you can safely recycle up to 5 gallons of leftover paint, primer, stain, sealer, varnish, and shellac at more than 150 drop-off sites across Colorado.
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