Earth Day Festival is back in New York City for its annual environmental awareness celebration. Union Square will be hosting this much-anticipated event that’s free and open to the public. It’s a day filled with exhibits, workshops, live performances, and more! Connect with a community that is committed to climate action and environmental justice year in and year out. This event raises awareness on environmental issues and promotes sustainability with the goal of taking steps toward a healthier planet. Join the initiative this April 17th!
What is Earth Day and How Did it Start?
Earth Day is a worldwide event that was founded in 1970 by Senator Gaylord Nelson. At that time, there weren't any legal or regulatory laws to protect the planet, and the Senator from Wisconsin decided to take a stand. To force the issue on this national emergency, Earth Day was founded with over 20 million Americans demonstrating all over the country. Later that same year, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency was created to tackle those very issues.
Every year since then, Earth Day celebrates our connection to the planet and raises awareness on environmental challenges through various programming and events.
When is Earth Day?
The world recognizes Earth Day annually on April 22nd. This year’s Earth Day Festival in NYC is on April 17th, 2025.
What Can I Expect at The Earth Day Festival?
The Earth Day Festival at Union Square in NYC features educational programming and important conversations, including:
- Exhibits from environmental non-profits and climate campaigns
- Interactive workshops
- Live performances from Hila the Earth and APO HAHA CALYPSE
- Climate art
- Kids’ activities
- Sustainable foods
- And more!
What’s the Official Earth Day Theme in 2025?
Earthday.org generates a theme every year for Earth Day. This year’s theme is “Our Power, Our Planet,” with a focus on renewable energy and tripling the global generation of clean electricity in the next five years.
New York City is a city that leans into celebrating holidays and significant events every year. Commemorate Earth Day in Union Square to connect with people who share the same commitment to preserving this planet as you do. It’s informative, powerful, and, of course, fun!
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