How to Celebrate Earth Day in Downtown Richmond

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Looking for fun Earth Day activities? Celebrate Richmond's great outdoors, and our planet, with tips, events and more!

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Earth Day 2026 Events in Downtown Richmond

With Earth Day activities for kids and adults alike, there’s a way for everyone to get involved in Downtown Richmond!

Resilient Richmond: Growing Tree Canopy

When: Tuesday, April 7, 6- 7:30 PM

Where: Richmond Public Library Main Branch

Attend a panel of local environmental leaders as they discuss Richmond's canopy history, current climate and public health challenges, and community strategies to strength Richmond's urban forest for an equitable green future.

Earth Day at Main Street Station

When: Tuesday, April 21, 5:30- 8 PM

Where: Main Street Station

The City of Richmond Department of Public Works and Office of Sustainability are co-hosting an interactive Earth Day event at Main Street Station highlighting sustainability work across the city.

Earth Day at Riverfront Plaza

When: Wednesday, April 22, 11 AM- 1 PM

Where: Riverfront Plaza, 901 E. Byrd Street - Outside (weather dependent)

Celebrate with vendors highlighting sustainability, composting, recycling, outdoor living, and eco-friendly tech. Rain location is inside the Atrium/Breezeway.

Earth Day Community Cleanups with the City of Richmond

When: Saturday, April 25, 10 AM- 12 PM

Where: Various Locations

Volunteer with The City of Richmond’s Office of Neighborhood Engagement for community cleanups across Richmond!

Easy Earth Day Tips for Everyday Impact

Explore Volunteer Opportunities

Many of Richmond’s public space focused nonprofits operate through the support of volunteers, so consider setting aside some time outdoors while helping keep our public spaces maintained and safe.

Take Public Transit

As we celebrate Earth Day, it’s important to recognize the impact that our daily choices, activities and habits have on the environment, especially in the local community. One easy way to reduce our carbon footprint and promote sustainability is by utilizing our FREE public transportation from GRTC. Downtown's regular public bus service routes, like the 1, 2, 3 and 5, are convenient and accessible. With 15-minute service running from surrounding neighborhoods, our GRTC bus system makes navigating to and from downtown Richmond stress-free and easy.

The GRTC Pulse (Bus Rapid Transit) stops at 14 activity centers along its route with 8 stops throughout downtown. Buses arrive every 15 minutes (or sooner)! The Pulse is the best option to navigate short trips throughout the city’s core and is made easy and free with zero fare through 2026. Did we mention there’s free Wifi on the bus?

Shop Sustainably

By choosing products made from eco-friendly materials, supporting local businesses, and purchasing items with minimal packaging, we can reduce waste and conserve resources. Additionally, buying secondhand items from shops like, renting or borrowing instead of purchasing new, and repairing or repurposing goods can help to extend their lifespan and reduce the need for new products. By making a conscious effort to shop sustainably, we can reduce our impact on the planet and support a more responsible and ethical approach to consumerism.