Have you been looking for an opportunity to spend some quality time with the family? Do you enjoy basking in the sunlight on a warm spring afternoon? Well then look no further because Friday April 22nd is Earth Day! Celebrate the occasion by dropping by one of the many Earth Day activities and celebrations going on around the lower mainland!
Vancouver – Earth Day Parade
The annual Youth-run Earth Day Parade will be running on Sunday April 24th. The day starts with a parade on commercial and Broadway then finishes off at Grandview Park where there will be music, entertainment, special guests and more!
Surrey – Party for the Planet
If you’re looking for a way to celebrate Earth Day, why not do it by partying on April 23rd at the Plaza in Surrey. Party for the Planet claims to be the biggest earth day celebration in all of BC – featuring a multitude of talented musicians, performers, exhibitions, environmental knowledge, food and much more!
North Vancouver – Celebrate Earth Day
Help remove invasive plants and rejuvenate the earth at the North Van community Earth Day event on April 24th! There will be many different displays, refreshments and prizes – it’s a great idea for the whole family!
Burnaby – Regional Recycling Mini Festival
If you’re looking for a more ‘hands-on’ approach to celebrating earth day, why not stop by the Regional Recycling event on April 30th! There will be a free organic BBQ, art & crafts, public tours and more! Learn how to save the environment one recycling fact at a time!
Coquitlam – Kids In The Garden
Spend some time in the sunshine with your kids at the “Kids In The Garden” event happening on April 22nd. Not only do you get to spend time in the lovely Inspiration Garden, but also, you get to decorate your very own flowerpot and plant a sunflower!
If organized events just aren’t your cup of tea, have no fear! There are many nature inspired things to do such as: exploring the lush, vibrant greenery while hiking around Buntzen Lake in Port Moody. Or enjoying a seaside picnic with some ice cream at Rocky Point Park! Whatever you end up doing, we at Par-T-Perfect wish you an awesome afternoon and a happy Earth Day!