Earth Day 2026 will be held at beautiful Downtown Santa Cruz on Cooper St, Pacific and Abbott Square. Local businesses and organizations will gather for a day of fun and environmentally focused activities and education.

🎶 Groove to live music by SambaDá
🎭 Be amazed by samba stilt walkers
👗 Get inspired by zero waste fashion at the Fashionteens fashion show
🎨 Enjoy free face painting for kids
📸 Capture the fun at our free photobooth
🛍️ Shop from eco-friendly vendor booths

Explore hands-on activities, educational booths, and sustainability-focused vendor booths from local businesses, schools, and organizations. This is a day to celebrate, learn, and take action for a greener future—and it’s all FREE!