Earth Fest events are open to the public unless otherwise stated. Most events are free; some may require a nominal fee or registration. View the event details for more information.
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More Fun at Earth Fest HQ
Come visit us at Earth Fest Headquarters, located in the Chazen Museum of Art lobby! From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily during Earth Fest, stop by for giveaways, games, and pop-up events including:
- Earth Fest’s Little Free Library: Take an environmental book, share an environmental book
- Community Art: Contribute to our Earth Fest 2026 banner and help us create yard signs
Earth Fest will be held April 17-23, 2026. This schedule will be updated as additional events are announced.
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