With gorgeous spring San Diego weather on its way, every day feels like a great day to appreciate nature. Celebrate the Earth and all she does for us on Earth Day, Friday, April 22. The theme for this year’s holiday is “Invest in our planet,” according to EARTHDAY.org. We’ve rounded up some of San Diego’s best opportunities to get outside, learn more about the planet and dine sustainably in honor of Earth Day 2022.
See Also: 5 Sustainable Recipes to Celebrate Earth Day Everyday
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Balboa Park / Website
Enjoy an educational and family-friendly festival in celebration of Earth Day on Sunday, April 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Balboa Park. Vendors include wildlife preservation groups, alternative energy vehicles, ecotourism opportunities, pet adoption, and a huge variety of other environmentally conscious groups. There will also be an art gallery showing local artists, international food courts, and zero waste repair stations. To top it all off, there will be four stages of live music featuring an array of local artists throughout the day.
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Ellen Browning Scripps Park / Website
Reconnect with nature in honor of Earth Day with a free yoga class in the park with yoga instructor Kelly Collins on Saturday, April 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Bring your own water and yoga mat, snacks will be provided. Registration is required and can be done here.
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Try a new holistic treatment for free on Friday, April 22 from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Earth’s Elements Crystal Shop in Hillcrest in honor of Earth Day. Treatments range from acupuncture, massage, tarot readings and Reiki. Registration is required and can be done here. Donations are highly encouraged.
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Honor the earth by trying a plant-based dish from vegan eatery Grains. Inspired by Thai influences, try any variety of dishes from pad thai to a philly cheese sandwich to homemade plant-based pasta. Who says plant-based dishes can’t be incredibly tasty and authentic?
4121 Adams Ave. / Website
Celebrate Earth Day with the whole family at Kensington Library Park on Saturday, April 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.. The event will have an array of exhibitor booths, live music and free trees. Bring the whole family for the fair! There will be activities for all ages and a preschool-aged storytime.
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Shop artist MARALOVE’s one-of-a-kind upcycled clothing collection on Friday, April 22 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. in honor of Earth Day. The event features an exclusive viewing and shopping event for the new collection. Each piece has been reworked using preloved clothes and crafted into a unique and trendy garment, making the event a fabulous way to learn more about sustainable fashion. Registration is required and can be done here.
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Give vegan cookies a try at Maya’s Cookies. With delicious flavors like smores, marble fudge, birthday cake and white chocolate espresso, you’ll forget the cookies are anything but delicious.
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