Earth Day is just around the corner on April 22nd, 2026, and Halifax is gearing up to celebrate in a big way. With a host of Earth Day events and activities planned, residents and visitors alike can get involved in efforts to protect the planet. From community cleanups to clothing swaps, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The city is also encouraging people to make small changes in their daily lives, like reducing plastic usage and conserving energy. By coming together and taking action, we can all make a positive impact on the environment and create a better future for ourselves and generations to come.

7th Annual Memorial Beach Cleanup

Date: April 18, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM
Venue: Point Pleasant Park
Facebook Event: www.facebook.com/events/

Enviro Quest: Earth Day Activities and Electronic Recycling at the Discovery Centre

Date: April 18, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Discovery Centre
Address: 1215 Lower Water Street, Halifax
Facebook Event: www.facebook.com/events

Earth Day Tea Making and Forest Walk with the Ecology Action Centre

Date: April 22, 2026
Time: 6:15 – 7:30 PM
Venue: Blue Mountain-Birch Cove Lakes, details to be confirmed with registrants
Website: www.ecologyaction.ca/get-involved/events/earth-day-tea-making-and-forest-walk

Earth Day Community Clean-Up with the Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity

Date: April 22, 2026 + Earth Week events April 22th-26th
Time: 2:00 PM
Venue: Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity
Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/BeatyCentre

Earth Day 2026 Annual Community Cleanup

Date: April 25, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM
Venue: 4132 HWY 2, Wellington, Wellington Fletchers Lake Station House
Facebook Event: www.facebook.com/events/

Other Earth Day Ideas

  • Clean up a local park or playground
  • Use recycled materials to make gifts or crafts
  • Learn how you can reduce waste by shopping in bulk, choosing items with less packaging / single-serve uses, and using reusable shopping bags.

This year’s Earth Day events in Halifax offer a great opportunity to get involved and make a difference. So, grab your friends and family, head out to these events, and let’s work together to protect our Earth for future generations.