Earth Day in Philadelphia takes place Monday, April 22, and there are multiple opportunities beyond that date to celebrate and help the City of Brotherly Love turn green—and we’ve got the scoop on them all.
Franklin Square
On April 20, Philadelphians can head to the historic park to partake in Earth Day activities and children’s crafts from noon to 2 p.m. Highlights span learning about birds (and making a bird craft with the “Bird Nerd” of the Wissahickon), free games, giant bubbles, music, fitness fun, and a play party for children with YoYo.
The following day (Sunday, April 21), locals can head back to the Square to join the Climate Action Campaign and partners for a Climate Solutions ‘Now Earth Day Block Party’ to celebrate the great strides that have been made to combat climate change and the need for climate solutions now, a release notes.
This free event features performances by local Philadelphia artists like Speedy Ortiz, a speaking program, activities for kids and families, free food, and more.
200 N 6th St., historicphiladelphia.org
Academy of Natural Sciences
For the first time ever, the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University will be launching an environmentally focused film festival titled ‘Confluence: Earthly Films for Philadelphia.’ The event will take place April 19 to 21 and feature an array of feature-length, short and documentary films crafted by local, national and international filmmakers.
Films will be shown around the city at places like the Academy, Bryn Mawr Film Institute and Cherry Street Pier, and will put an emphasis on spreading awareness around water-related environmental justice and climate change issues across the globe.
More information and a full list of details and screenings can be found online.
1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, ansp.org
The Rittenhouse Hotel
This weekend (Saturday, April 20), The Rittenhouse Hotel will be hosting an Earth Day tea blending and jewelry pop-up to celebrate the occasion. In partnership with Bario Neal (a local sustainably made and women-owned jewelry brand) the event will be led by the venue’s tea experts, and feature an interactive blending session to “celebrate mother nature.” Participants will also receive a custom permanent bracelet from Bario Neal made with sustainably sourced, 100% recycled silver.
According to a release, seats are available for 12:30 p.m. and tickets are priced at $175 per person. Each ticket includes a Bario Neal permanent bracelet, access to the tea blending experience, afternoon bites and a glass of bubbles. Jewelry, food and beverage upgrades are available for purchase a la carte.
210 W Rittenhouse Sq, rittenhousehotel.com
Please Touch Museum
This Saturday, the Please Touch Museum will be hosting a day filled with activities aimed towards celebrating Earth Day in Philadelphia. Activations span a create-your-own wildflower seed starter to take home for your garden and live performances by percussionist Dendê Macêdo (who will use instruments crafted from recycled materials to convey a powerful message about environmental conservation.)
The festivities on April 20 will also feature performances by musical duo Ants on a Log and ‘Alphabugs’ author Mélissa Smith.
4231 Avenue of the Republic, pleasetouchmuseum.
City Winery
This Earth Day (Monday, April 22), Center City hotspot City Winery will celebrate the best way they know how—by putting the spotlight on their ReWine program. The event will sell growlers to go (with $5 refills for future use) and showcase more information on how the venue uses repurposed materials in their space and saves big for the environment by utilizing a wine-on-tap system, refillable water stations and a pledge to eliminate single-use plastic.
990 Filbert St., citywinery.com
Valley Forge Casino
Earth Day in Philadelphia expands to Earth Month at Valley Forge Casino, who is hosting a month-long donation drive in support of its historic neighbor, the Valley Forge Park Alliance.
Throughout April, Valley Forge Casino Resort is collecting chips, change, tickets and more from its players on the casino floor, a release notes. Plus, on Earth Day (Monday, April 22) Valley Forge will be giving away free swag, including reusable cups and bags, to the first 300 players.
1160 1st Ave, King of Prussia, vfcasino.boydgaming.
