Be Nice to the Planet on Earth Day 2025

Grab a bike. Take a walk. Ride a bus. Forget the plastic. And like they said in the groovy 1970s when Earth Day was launched, “Give a hoot; don’t pollute.”

It’s time to celebrate Earth Day 2025 throughout North Texas. Always April 22, Earth Day this year carries the theme “Our Power, Our Planet.”

First celebrated in 1970, Earth Day was estimated to involve 20 million Americans to raise awareness about the environment. Concerns over pollution, oil spills, toxic dumps, wildlife extinction, and food waste brought urban dwellers, farmers, business leaders, college students, and labor groups together to demonstrate for a healthier environment. Caring for the planet was the focus of the day.

The day’s success led to legislative action, such as the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Environmental Protection Agency. The movement continues today with Earth Day activities still annual occurrences, including in North Texas.

How to Celebrate

A variety of activities are planned to recognize Earth Day, some being held well in advance of the official day. The events range from active, physical challenges to more sedate, intellectual sessions with various age groups in mind.

In Oak Cliff, they’re getting an early jump on Earth Day. Have some outdoor fun from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at Lake Cliff Park, 300 E. Colorado Blvd. Oak Cliff Earth Day – Annual community event celebrating nature, the environment, and the majesty of our planet. Headlining the entertainment will be the Jazz Fusion Ensemble from Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, Ballet Folklorico, and Bandan Koro African Drum and Dance Ensemble. Educational exhibitions, plant sales, and food vendors also are planned for this public event.

Children in kindergarten through fifth grade may celebrate Earth Day with a free terrarium-building session from 4 to 5 p.m. April 18 at the Fort Worth Public Library – Wedgwood, 3816 Kimberly Lane. With a little bit of creativity, children will recycle soft drink bottles into separate environments in this hands-on workshop. Earth Day Terrarium – Wedgwood – Welcome to the City of Fort Worth

Run for the Planet

Take a run for the planet at Earth Day: Run Green April 19 at Trinity River Trail in Fort Worth. Beginning at 7:30 a.m., runs with lengths of 3K, 5K, and half-marathon will be open to all ages who are encouraged to wear green. The cost is $33, and a portion will go toward local tree plantings. Registration can be made through this link: Earth Day: Run GREEN 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite

Earth Day in the Prairie, Grand Prairie’s recognition of the holiday’s traditions, is set for 1 to 5 p.m. April 19 at 2961 State Hwy 161. Live music, arts and crafts, animal visitors, and educational opportunities are planned. Earth Day in the Prairie Tickets, Sat, Apr 19, 2025, at 1:00 PM | Eventbrite Admission is free.

Speakers with backgrounds in environmental issues will speak at Earthx2025 April 21 through 25 at the Hilton Anatole Hotel in Dallas. The five-day forum for environmental advocacy will bring together experts in business, government, public policy, and academia to address strategies for the future. Registration is underway here: Begin Registration: Earthx2025 Congress of Conferences

In addition, North Texas Day at Earthx2025 will be a free, public portion of the larger event on April 21 at the hotel. Entitled “A Region on the Edge: What Must North Texas Do to Ensure New, Unprecedented Growth is Successful, Equitable, And Sustainable?,” the day will present information for local governments, agencies, non-profits, and businesses concerning water, density, infrastructure, and biodiversity. Registration is available here: Earthx2025 Congress of Congresses for North Texas Day – April 21, 2025 – EarthX

Then to wrap up a month of activities in North Texas, Mill City Community Association  Home | Mill City Community will benefit from an Earth Day event planned for April 26. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Juanita Craft Recreation Center, 4500 Spring Ave., in Dallas, free activities are scheduled during the five-hour celebration. The public event will include tree plantings, a mural design, recycling activities and community clean-up.