Earth Day is just around the corner! There are some fun events happening here in the OC to celebrate this day of Mother Earth's beauty. These kid and family-friendly Earth Day events in Orange County are an important way.
Orange County Earth Day Events for Kids and Families
These OC Earth Day events are listed by city! We will update the list as more events are announced. If you would like you event added to the list, please email hello@sandytoesandpopsicles.com.
Earth Day Events in Anaheim
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Anaheim this year:
Earth Day Market Pop Up Shop
Saturday, April 22, 2023
3 - 9pm
Anaheim GardenWalk
400 Disney Way Anaheim, CA
Shop with your friends and family from our locally handmade businesses. We have candles, crystals, accessories, Disney merchandise, boutique clothing/accessories, self care necessities and so much more! There will be a fun kids slime bar, where kids can make their own slime!! FIRST 5 KIDS GET TO MAKE THEIR OWN SLIME FOR FREE!!
Earth Day Events in Corona Del Mar
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Corona Del Mar this year:
Earth Day with Rogers Garden
Friday, April 21 - Sunday, April 23, 2023
Times Vary
Rogers Garden
2301 San Joaquin Hills Road, Corona del Mar, CA
Enjoy some special Earth Day presentations at the beautiful Rogers Gardens. Small actions can make a big difference in supporting our planet and enhancing our gardens. Bees and other pollinators are vital for plant survival and essential for larger, more flavorful fruits and higher crop yields. A healthy garden starts with healthy soil, and encouraging beneficial microorganisms by composting with worms can improve soil health and reduce waste. Learn from local expert gardeners Suzanne and Sarah about growing better gardens.
Earth Day Events in Costa Mesa
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Costa Mesa this year:
Discovery Day at the Farm
Friday, April 21, 2023
9am - Noon
OC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
FREE
Discovery Days at Centennial Farm are open to the public, and are perfect setting to celebrate Earth Day. Visitors can participate in the following activities:
- Self-Guided Tour of Centennial Farm
- Radish Seed Planting
- Chick Education where kids can learn about the chick development process.
- Oxen Demonstration: Demonstration days vary depending on the volunteers’ schedules.
- Crops Education
- See Livestock Animals
Mother Earth Market
Saturday, April 22, 2023
10am - 3pm
The Camp
2937 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA
FREE
Spend the day listening to Live Music and shopping around an eco-conscious market! Enjoy a variety of vendors, a clothing swap*, and various workshops - Clothing Swap, Eco Slime Workshop, Composting Workshop.
Birth of Planet Earth at the Planetarium
Saturday, April 22, 2023
2pm
OCC Planetarium
2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA
Scientists now believe that our galaxy is filled with solar systems, including up to a billion planets roughly the size of our own. This program employs advanced, data-driven, cinematic-quality visualizations to explore some of the greatest questions in science today: How did Earth become a living planet in the wake of our solar system’s violent birth? What does its history tell us about our chances of finding other worlds that are truly Earth-like?
Earth Day Events in Cypress
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Cypress this year:
Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 22, 2023
10am - 3pm
Cypress Library
5331 Orange Ave, Cypress, CA
FREE
CELEBRATE EARTH DAY with the kids and family! Enjoy activities and demonstrations with Discovery Cube Orange County, OCPL Charlie Cart, and OC Waste & Recycling.
Earth Day Events in Dana Point
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Dana Point this year:
Earth Day & Monarch Butterfly Habitat Build
Saturday, April 22, 2023
9am - Noon
Sea Terrace Park
33501 Niguel Road, Dana Point, CA
Be part of Earth Day by creating habitats in Dana Point for Monarch Butterflies! Water, tools, and snacks will be provided.
Earth Day Beach Cleanup and Lunch & Learn
Saturday, April 22, 2023
9am - Noon
Ocean Institute
24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA
This Earth Day join us in a very special Beach Cleanup and Lunch & Learn. Start the day with a Beach Cleanup, then a Lunch & Learn at Ocean Institute. Topic: Organic gardening and the ocean with lunch provided. As a part of our ongoing Lunch & Learn program we’ll dive into how taking care of the earth’s soil is taking care of our oceans. Be sure to stay after lunch for a special seedling planting project!
Earth Day Celebration at the Ritz
Saturday, April 22 - Sunday, April 23, 2023
7:30 - 9:30pm
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
1 Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point, CA
Celebrate the beautiful planet that we reside in with exciting Earth Day activities. A nature scavenger hunt, reptile encounters, and a tidepool touch tank are some of the exciting experiences available. This special event is open to in-house guests and locals alike, with all guests welcome to attend one or both days to enjoy the interactive Earth Day festivities.
Earth Day Events in Garden Grove
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Garden Grove this year:
Earrth Day Ceramic Pot Painting
Saturday, April 22, 2023
2pm
Garden grove Chapman Library
9182 Chapman Avenue, Garden Grove, CA
FREE
Celebrate Earth Day by painting your very own ceramic pot and take home a baby succulent to plant in it! All supplies will be provided. While supplies last.
Earth Day Events in Huntington Beach
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Huntington Beach this year:
Community Service Day at Huntington Beach Central Park
Saturday, April 22, 2023
8am
Huntington Beach Central Park, Behind the Library
Huntington Beach, CA
FREE
The ninth annual Community Service Day! Volunteer check-in and breakfast will be at the HB Central Park Bandstand, behind Central Library, between 7-8am. You'll receive a t-shirt and complimentary breakfast. Volunteer event kicks off at 815am. You can sign up for specific projects on JustServe.org.
Bolsa Chica Earth Day Festival
Saturday, April 22, 2023
10am - 2pm
Bolsa Chica Wetlands
3842 Warner Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA
FREE
The Bolsa Chica Earth Day Festival offers FREE family fun for everyone! Visitors will have the opportunity to interact with live animals, learn about pollution and wetland ecology, test the water quality, and much more! Alongside a multitude of educational activity booths, the festival will also include a jump tent and guided tours of the reserve!
Earth Day Celebration Maker Market
Saturday, April 22, 2023
1 - 7pm
Bella Terra
7777 Edinger Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA
FREE
35+ small business vendors. Eats + Brews from Bella Terra’s many establishments. Live Entertainment + Characters. Children Games + Activities. Photo-Ops!
Earth Day Events in Irvine
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Irvine this year:
Chicks and Sprouts Workshop at Tanaka Farms
Saturday, April 22, 2023
10 - 11:30am
Tanaka Farms
5380 ¾ University Drive, Irvine, CA
Learn How Chicks & Plants Grow. This interactive workshop teaches children how baby chickens grow inside the egg as well as how plants grow! Children will plant their own giant sunflowers to bring home, harvest a vegetable, and visit with our barnyard friends. This workshop is geared towards children 3 to 10 years old. The entire experience lasts about an hour and a half.
Earth Day at Pretend City
Saturday, April 22, 2023
11am - 2:30pm
Pretend City
29 Hubble, Irvine, CA
Celebrate Earth Day as we gather and take a moment to appreciate the caretaking of our planet, our home. Join us for recycling activities, Earth science, and art!
Plant a Vegetable at the Library
Saturday, April 22, 2023
1pm
Irvine Katie Wheeler Library
13109 Old Myford Rd, Irvine, CA
FREE
Celebrate Earth Day by planting a vegetable. Enjoy decorating a tera cotta pot and sowing spinach, carrots, tomatoes, and more! Watch it grow at home.
Earth Day Events in Laguna Niguel
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Laguna Niguel this year:
Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 22, 2023
8:30 - 11:30am
Niguel Botanical Preserve
29751 Crown Valley Pkwy, Laguna Niguel, CA
FREE
Celebrate Earth Day by volunteering at the Niguel Botanical Preserve! Volunteers will plant, weed, add mulch, and clean up areas of the gardens. Pre-registration is required https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b044aaeaf2aaaf85-20231#/
Earth Day Events in Orange
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Orange this year:
Endangered Species Program For Ages 5-6
Saturday, April 22, 2023
10:30am
Irvine Regional Park
1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, CA 92865
Come learn about endangered species on Earth Day! Class includes hands-on learning, fun crafts, and meeting zoo creatures up close! Program is for ages 5-6 years old ONLY. Cost is $5 per child (one parent included). Parent must accompany child for entire program. Phone registration is required. To register for a class, call 714-973-6846.
Earth Day Events in Mission Viejo
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Mission Viejo this year:
Earth Day Market
Saturday, April 22, 2023
10am - 4pm
Kaleidoscope
27741 Crown Valley Parkway Mission Viejo, CA
Don’t miss out on this awesome event for a good cause! 🌎 Earth Day Activities, ♻️ Recycle Bins, 🛍️ 15+ Local Vendors, 🎶 Music, 📸 Photo Ops, 👜 FREE re-usable tote bag for the first 25 people!
Earth Day Battles!
Saturday, April 22, 2023
8am - Noon
Ooo Creek Trail
24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA
FREE
Full Band! Earth Day Celebration! Outside at the Oso Creek Trail in Mission Viejo. are you an early riser that loves the smell of an early spring morning AND you love rock and roll?? Then you have to come!! C-ya by the tunnel!
Earth Day Events in Newport Beach
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Newport Beach this year:
Earth Day at the Bay
Saturday, April 22, 2023
10am - 4pm
Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center
2301 University Drive Newport Beach, CA
FREE
Welcome back to the Upper Newport Bay for the return of our annual Earth Day Celebration! This free family-friendly day is full of hands-on arts and crafts, educational activities, and science discovery. Enjoy live music as you explore our Adventure Partners’ booths, take a break for a tasty treat at one of the food trucks, and don’t forget to complete the scavenger hunt for prizes and giveaways! We hope to see you there!
Earth Day Events in Seal Beach
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Seal Beach this year:
Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 22, 2023
11am - 3pm
The Shops At Rossmoor, near ULTA Beauty
12501 Seal Beach Boulevard, Seal Beach, CA
Celebrating Earth Day with an event fun for the whole family! Kids can enjoy Earth Day themed crafts, face painting, reptiles from Prehistoric Pets, balloon twisting, and more. Discover the magic of growing by participating in a fun planting activity. There will also be eco-friendly giveaways and photo opportunities with our Sea Turtle mascot. You're sure to have a tree-mendous time! This event is FREE and open to the public.
Earth Day Events in Santa Ana
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Santa Ana this year:
Earth Day Fun
April 1 - 30, 2023
All Day
Discovery Cube Orange County
2500 N Main Street, Santa Ana, CA
Every day is Earth Day at Discovery Cube Orange County where the whole family can learn how to live more sustainably and help care for our planet. From composting and recycling to interactive environmental games, join us for a hands-on eco-adventure. And throughout Earth Month, don’t miss out on these family-friendly activities brought to you by Discovery Cube Orange County and Orange County Waste & Recycling:
- Debut of the Water Table interactive exhibit highlighting the importance of sustainable groundwater
- Live worm & composting demonstration
- Interactive exhibits for kids featuring the Organics Waste Lab and the World of Organics Waste Game
Earth Day Fun
Saturday, April 22, 2023
1 - 4pm
Mainplace Mall
2800 N Main Street, Santa Ana, CA
There will be a colorful selfie backdrop showcasing recyclable cans, plastic, cardboard, straws/bottle caps, and bubble wrap to remind people of the many ways recycling can help preserve the beauty of our planet. Children will enjoy a special terrarium-building kids craft as well as receiving a free take-home plantable earth seed ball (each while supplies last). This event is free and open to the public.
Party for the Planet/Endangered Species Day
Saturday, May 21, 2023
11am - 2pm
Santa Ana Zoo
1801 East Chestnut Avenue, Santa Ana, CA
Celebrate Earth Day and Endangered Species Day with special activities. | General Public - free with price of admission; FOSAZ Members - FREE. City of Santa Ana Residents - FREE
Earth Day Events in Westminster
These are the family and kids-friendly Earth Day events happening in the city of Westminster this year:
Westminster Celebrates Earth Day
Saturday, April 22, 2023
8am - 12pm
Buckingham Park
18200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, CA
Take a few hours to support our Earth Day activities on Saturday. Join us at the Senior Center for a Beautification Project where we’ll create a more inviting outdoor space with drought tolerant landscaping!
Fun Things with Family and Ideas for Earth Day
Looking for some fun ideas to celebrate Earth Day at home? Check out this post that has ideas and free printables! Click the image below.
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