Earth Day Austin 2023: Inspiring Events & Activities Near You on April 22!
Earth Day is a crucial day to acknowledge the importance of the planet and take action to preserve its beauty and resources. Luckily, there are plenty of Earth Day events Austin prepares for locals and vistors alike. These Earth Day activities in Austin give plenty of opportunities to participate in events that can make a difference.
So, if you find yourself searching for “Austin Earth Day 2023,” “Earth Day Festival Austin,” or “Earth Day events Austin,” then we have you covered!
There are several museums and cultural spaces that are hosting events, including talks and interactive sessions. You can also make the most of Earth Day Austin by participating in activities that help the planet, like volunteering for a cleanup drive or planting trees in the community.
Earth Day Austin 2023 is on Saturday, April 22nd and if you are wondering what can you do on Earth Day, there are plenty! Just check out our list of Earth Day Austin 2023 Events to find out!
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Earth Day Austin 2023 Events & Activities – Early April
TreeFolksYP Earth Month Step Challenge
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April is Earth Month! TreeFolks is celebrating with their annual step challenge for TFYP Members. Steps can be tracked on most smart devices and reported at the end of the month. Prizes include a $50 REI gift card for the most total steps, a $20 Book People gift card for the second most, and a $10 Radio Coffee gift card for the most steps in a single day.
When: April 1 – 30, 2023 | All Day
Where: 10803 Platt Ln, Austin, TX 78725
How Much: FREE
Celebrate Earth Month with the Office of Sustainability Earth Month Challenge
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The Earth Month Challenge offers Austinites a chance to work toward a brighter, greener Austin by engaging in sustainability-focused activities. Those who complete at least six of the eight challenges will be entered to win a prize.
When: April 1 – May 1, 2023
Where: Various locations in Austin
How Much: FREE
Earth Week & Arbor Day 2023
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From April 17-22, St. Edward’s University will have events on campus with the highlight being the Earth Day Fair on April 21! The Fair will be held at Andre Lawn from 11 am-3 pm. On April 29th, Arbor Day, they will celebrate the trees that make our campus such a special place and play such a key role in their carbon sequestration. There will be a “Tree TLC” workshop and a planting of a tree on their core campus.
When: April 17, 2023 – April 22, 2023
Where: 3001 South Congress, Austin, Texas 78704-6489
How Much: FREE and open to the public
Earth Day Austin 2023 Events & Activities – April 20, 2023
UT Earth Day Fair
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Mark your calendars for this year’s Earth Day celebration. This celebration will highlight the importance of reusing and repurposing items before resorting to waste. The event will focus on the impacts of our take-make-waste system through visual representations of the trash and its effects.
When: Thursday, April 20, 2023 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Where: East Mall, Austin, TX 78712
How Much: FREE
Earth Day Austin 2023 Events & Activities – April 21, 2023
Rowing Dock’s Earth Day Clean Up
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Join Rowing Dock for their second annual community-wide Earth Day lake and land clean up along Lady Bird Lake! Volunteers will have the option to launch from one of three locations: Rowing Dock (West end), Epic SUP (East end), and on the trail at Sand Beach Park (Central). From there, you’ll select whether you would like to pick up trash by boat or by walking trails along the river.
When: Friday, April 21, 2023
Where: Lady Bird Lake, Austin, TX, USA
How Much: FREE/Volunteer
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The Standard South Central Texas Pogo Pass (San Antonio/Austin/Waco) provides admissions to 35 different entertainment venues in the Austin, San Antonio, and Waco area.
Perfect for families, the Pogo Pass gives both adult and child pass-holders 50+ visits to some of the best things to do that Austin, San Antonio, and Waco have to offer. The Pogo Pass nearly pays for itself with a visit to one or two venues alone!!!
Pass features the following attractions in Austin
- One visit to Wonder World Park
- One visit to Typhoon Texas Waterpark
- One Visit to the Thinkery Museum
- Two Texas Stars hockey games
- Two Austin Spurs basketball games
- One visit per month to Austin’s Park
- One visit to the Austin Aquarium
- One visit to Quest ATX Wakeboard Park
- One visit to Pioneer Farms
- One visit to Monster Mini Golf
- One Visit per Quarter to D-Bat
- One Visit to Mt. Playmore
- Two visits to Rock Sports Arena
- Two visits to Pump It Up
- One visit to Neill-Cochran House Museum
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Earth Day Austin 2023 Events & Activities – April 22, 2023
Earth Day ATX
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Earth Day ATX has been the largest sustainability event in Central Texas. Thousands of people from the Austin Area and beyond will come to learn about conservation and sustainable solutions, celebrate our love for the environment, and get connected to the best and most innovative green businesses and organizations.
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023 | 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Where: Huston-Tillotson University, 900 Chicon St., Austin, TX 78702
How Much: FREE and open to the public
Austin Community College District’s Earth Week 2023
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Austin Community College District celebrates Earth Day by engaging students, faculty, and staff with a week of fun-filled sustainability events that highlight the District’s commitment to sustainable practices.
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023 | 9:00 am – 12:00 nn
Where: 6101 Highland Campus Drive, Austin, Texas 78752
How Much: All events are FREE and open to ACC students, faculty, and staff.
The Trail Concerservancy’s Earth Day Jubilee
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The Trail Conservancy is hosting its first-ever Jubilee! A family-friendly, community event celebrating the beloved Butler Trail, and its impact on the environment of Austin.
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: International Shores
How much: FREE
Earth Day Red Line Brewery Tour
Image Credit: Zilker Brewing Company FB Page
The Red Line Brewery Tour is back! And this year it’s on Earth Day! There will be 5 local breweries included in this event.
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023 | 12:00 pm
Where: Zilker Brewing Company, 1701 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702
How much: Tickets are available at the CapMetro App
Whisper Valley’s Green Home Tour
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In celebration of Earth Day, Whisper Valley, East Austin’s eco-friendly master-planned community, will host a Green Home Tour on Saturday, April 22. Visitors will be able to tour zero energy-capable homes that can save carbon dioxide emissions from the equivalent of 233,718 pounds of coal burned over the course of 30 years. The first 100 visitors will receive a free sapling tree!
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023 | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: 9400 Petrichor Blvd. Whisper Valley, TX 78653
How Much: FREE
Luxe Refill’s Earth Day Celebration!
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Mark your calendars!! Luxe Refill is celebrating Earth Day on April 22. They help Austin eliminate single-use plastic and offer refillable products! Now, they want to highlight that. BYOC and receive a discount (think of it as a thank you for doing your part). They will have free drinks, vendors, music, and giveaways.
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023
Where: 5501 N Lamar Blvd B110, Austin, TX 78751
How Much: Depending on the product to purchase
St. Elmo Outsiders: Earth Day Planting Party!
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As part of St. Elmo’s The Outsiders League, St. Elmo brings you their very first Earth Day planting party! Join them in their new sideyard at the brewery where they’ll do some planting, play games, and enjoy some cold beers! Complimentary beers and Hop Water will be provided for all participants!
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023 | 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: 440 E St Elmo Rd G-2, Austin, TX 78745
How much: FREE
Earth Day Celebration ~ Mega’Tune, Afrofreque, System Positif ~ Africa Night at Sahara Lounge!
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Africa Night! Earth-Day! Free buffet with meat or vegan options! Diverse crowd, dance floor, backyard patio, delicious beverages, relaxing vibe!
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023 | 7:00 pm
Where: 1413 Webberville Rd, Austin, TX 78721
How Much: $12 Cash / $13 Card
Earth Day San Marcos Festival
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Join the Meadows Center for an afternoon celebrating the Earth through entertainment, education, exploration, and fun! This FREE community-wide family event is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our local natural resources and connect with nature.
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023 | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: 201 San Marcos Springs Drive, San Marcos Texas 78666
How Much: FREE
Zip into savings on this Three-Hour Zipline Adventure for One at Lake Travis
Visitors can enjoy a tour that includes five ziplines, culminating in a jump off a steep cliff on a 2,800-foot zipline over Lake Travis.
Get more information and book your discount at Zipline Adventure over Lake Travis
Earth Day Austin 2023 Events & Activities – April 23, 2023
Earth Day with Guy Forsyth Band
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The VORTEX hosts Earth Day, another unique Coral Event in celebration of our 35th Season. Earth Day is an annual celebration honoring the environmental movement and raising awareness of the need to protect Earth’s natural resources for future generations.
When: Sunday, April 23, 2023 | 6:00 am – 11:00 am
Where: 2307 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722
How Much: Not Stated
Community Art Sunday
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Join Creative Action to celebrate Earth Day with some family-friendly fun! This is a free, interactive community gathering with art activations, showcases, free food & drink, and so much more.
When: Sunday, April 23, 2023 | 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Where: 1023 Springdale Rd Bldg 3, Austin, TX 78721
How Much: FREE
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