Nurture, Nature & Learn: Earth Day Events for Families in the Bay Area 🌍🌱

April is Earth Month, and what better way to celebrate than by engaging your kids in fun, educational, and hands-on activities that nurture a love for nature and sustainability? The Bay Area is buzzing with incredible Earth Day events—festivals, hikes, zoo experiences, farm visits, and interactive workshops—that are perfect for families. Whether you’re looking for a day of outdoor adventure, creative play, or eco-friendly learning, here’s your guide to the best Earth Day celebrations for 2025!

A big thank you to our guest writer, Ruchi from @carbon_tales, for putting this information together.

🌎 Earth Day Festival Events: Fun, Learning & Community Spirit

1. 2025 Earth Day Festival at Yerba Buena Gardens 

   📅 Date & Time: Saturday, April 19, 2025, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM 

   📍 Location: Yerba Buena Gardens, 750 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 

   🎉 Activities: Live music, interactive workshops, educational booths, and art installations focused on environmental sustainability.

   💰 Cost: Free (RSVP recommended)

    🔗 Registration

   
   

2. Earth Day Festival in Palo Alto 

   📅 Date & Time: Sunday, April 27, 2025, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 

   📍 Location: Palo Alto Art Center, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto, CA 

   🎨 Activities: Educational exhibits, hands-on activities for kids, and information on sustainable living practices. 

   💰 Cost: Free

    🔗 Registration: No prior registration required

   
   

3. Earth Day Fair in Fremont 

   📅 Date & Time: Saturday, April 19, 2025, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 

   📍 Location: Downtown Event Center and Plaza, Fremont, CA 

   🌱 Activities: Eco-friendly exhibits, community engagement, and sustainability demonstrations. 

   💰 Cost: Free

   
   

4. Earth Day Celebration at Fourth Street Shops, Berkeley 

   📅 Date & Time: Saturday, April 20, 2025, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 

   📍 Location: Fourth Street, Berkeley

    🎶 Activities: Live music, earth-friendly crafts, and kids' activities. 

   💰 Cost: Free

   
   

5. Earth Day at Jack London Square 

   📅 Date & Time: Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM 

   📍 Location: Jack London Square, 70 Washington Street, Oakland, CA 

   🌍 Activities: Community engagement activities, sustainability talks, and fun eco-friendly demonstrations. 

   💰 Cost: Free

   
   
   
   

   

   Earth Day is on April 22, 2025

   
   

🏞️ Nature Adventures: Hikes, Farms & Parks

1. Earth Day at Ardenwood Historic Farm 

   📅 Date & Time: Saturday, April 19, 2025, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 

   📍 Location: Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd, Fremont, CA 

   🐄 Activities: Explore organic farming, participate in farm activities, and enjoy hands-on environmental education programs. 

   💰 Cost: $6 for adults, $4 for children (4-17), free for children under 4 

   🔗 Registration: No prior registration required

   
   

2. Earth Day Hike at Las Trampas Regional Wilderness 

   📅 Date & Time: Saturday, April 26, 2025, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 

   📍 Location: Las Trampas Regional Wilderness, Bollinger Canyon Rd, San Ramon, CA 

   🧗 Activities: Guided hike exploring local flora and fauna, and learning about habitat preservation. 

   💰 Cost: Free 

   🔗 Registration

   
   

3. Wildflower Walk at Mount Tamalpais State Park 

   📅 Date & Time: Saturday, April 26, 2025, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 

   📍 Location: Mount Tamalpais State Park, Marin County 

   🌼 Activities: Guided wildflower hike, nature journaling, photography tips 

   💰 Cost: Free with park entry fee

   🔗 Event Details & Registration

   
   

4. Earth Day Celebration at Sycamore Grove Park 

   📅 Date & Time: Sunday, April 27, 2025, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 

   📍 Location: Wetmore Entrance, Sycamore Grove Park 

   🎨 Activities: Drop-in crafts, guided nature hikes, volunteer projects 

   💰 Cost: Free

    🔗 Event Details & Registration

   
   

5. Earth Day at Little Farm in Tilden Park 

   📅 Date & Time: Sunday, April 27, 2025, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 

   📍 Location: Tilden Nature Area, Berkeley, CA 

   🦆 Activities: Meet farm animals, learn about sustainable farming, and enjoy family-friendly environmental activities. 

   💰 Cost: Free 

   🔗 Registration: No prior registration required

   
   
   
   

   

   
   

🐾 Wildlife & Zoo Experiences

1. Earth Day Celebration at Oakland Zoo 

   📅 Date & Time: Sunday, April 21, 2025, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 

   📍 Location: Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Rd, Oakland, CA

    🦁 Activities: Animal encounters, educational talks, and interactive exhibits on conservation. 

   💰 Cost: Included with zoo admission 

   🔗 Registration

   
   

2. Earth Day at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo 

   📅 Date & Time: Saturday, April 19, 2025, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 

   📍 Location: Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, 748 Story Rd, San Jose, CA 

   🐵 Activities: Animal meet-and-greets, conservation talks, and fun Earth Day-themed crafts for kids. 

   💰 Cost: Included with admission 

   🔗 Registration

   
   

Earth Day is more than just a day—it’s an opportunity to cultivate lifelong habits of sustainability in our kids. Whether through hands-on nature experiences, fun festivals, or interactive workshops, these events offer fantastic ways to celebrate the planet while making learning exciting for young minds.

Gather your family, explore the wonders of nature, and make a difference this Earth Month! 🌎💚