Go Green: Earth Day 2025 Celebrations Around Louisville

By VOICE-TRIBUNE 

In honor of Earth Day 2025, Louisville and its surrounding areas are gearing up with a variety of events that celebrate sustainability, conservation, and community action. Whether you’re looking to enjoy live music, participate in hands-on environmental activities, or simply learn more about how to protect the planet, there’s something for everyone. Our community is full of passionate folks working together to educate others and support this planet that we call home; these events offer opportunities to connect with nature and make a positive impact. 

With free admission, interactive exhibits, and unique eco-friendly experiences, this year’s Earth Day celebrations provide a chance to appreciate the environment while supporting local initiatives. Whether you’re recycling old materials, planting trees, or exploring nature trails, these events are a perfect way to honor Earth Day and take steps toward a greener future. 

EARTH DAY FEST AT THE PARKLANDS – APRIL 18 

The Parklands of Floyds Fork invites the community to Earth Day Fest on Friday, April 18, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Broad Run Park. This free event offers an early celebration of Earth Day with food, live music, and outdoor activities designed to highlight environmental awareness. 

Guests can enjoy food trucks, beer vendors, and community partner tables, with live music in the Woodland Pavilion from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., along with Earth Day-themed trivia. For those looking to explore, self-guided and guided hikes through the Moss Gibbs Woodland Garden will feature acoustic musicians and opportunities to learn about conservation. 

Attendees are encouraged to bring a chair to relax and enjoy the music. Parking is available at the Cliffside Center, and more details can be found at theparklands.org/events. 

JEFFERSONVILLE EARTH DAY FESTIVAL – APRIL 19 

The City of Jeffersonville is hosting its Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 19, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the NoCo Arts & Cultural District. This free event will feature music, food, drinks, and a variety of eco-friendly activities, including a planter exchange, used paint collection, and free native tree saplings from Trees for Southern Indiana. 

Families can enjoy a pop-up art space with Jeff Public Arts, where kids can create crafts using repurposed materials. The Jeffersonville MS4 will collect and recycle unused paint, with the first 250 gallons accepted for free. Attendees can also visit information stations to learn about recycling, clean water, and hazardous waste management. A bicycle valet will be available at Maker 13 for those arriving by bike. 

Food and drink options include Papu Chos food truck, Kona Ice, and beverages from The Depot bar by The Alcove. DJ Q will provide entertainment throughout the event. For more details, visit cityofjeff.net 

WATERFRONT BOTANICAL GARDENS EARTH DAY – APRIL 22 

Join Waterfront Botanical Gardens on Tuesday, April 22, for a day of community, conservation, and environmental action. Events kick off with an exclusive Member Morning from 8:30–10:30 a.m., where members can enjoy a peaceful stroll with complimentary coffee and light bites. At 9:30 a.m., Christopher Ross of Apis Rescue will lead a discussion on sustainable beekeeping and pollinator conservation. 

From 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., families can explore interactive education stations on nature and sustainability. In the afternoon, volunteers can participate in a Neighborhood Trash Pick-Up along Frankfort Avenue and Beargrass Creek, with partners helping sort recyclables back at the Gardens. The day wraps up with a casual happy hour at Ten20 Brewery at 4:00 p.m. Most events are free with a suggested $5 donation. For more details or to register, visit waterfrontgardens.org 

LOUISVILLE ZOO EARTH DAY CELEBRATION – APRIL 27 

Join the Louisville Zoo on Sunday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for an Earth Day celebration featuring eco-partner exhibits, educational activities, and community engagement. Enjoy $5 off general admission and free parking, courtesy of LG&E and KU Foundation. Visitors can explore displays from local environmental organizations and learn ways to contribute to sustainability efforts. The discount is available at the Zoo ticket windows only. 

Throughout April, the Zoo is hosting Recycling Weekends with free community recycling programs, including shoe, eyeglass, crayon, and document recycling, as well as prescription drug take-back events. Additional educational activities include a native plant sale on April 26 and Bellarmine University’s sustainability display on April 6. Funday Mondays offer free community activities every Monday in April. 

As part of the Earth Month Celebration, Kids in Action encourages children to design conservation projects that benefit their communities. For more details on Earth Day events and activities, visit louisvillezoo.org