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SUMMARY:Earth Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Henrico’s Annual Earth Day Celebration! \nHenrico’s Earth Day Celebration is hosted by Recreation and Parks\, Keep Henrico Beautiful\, and H.E.A.R.T. There’ll be music\, outdoor activities for all ages\, refreshments available for purchase\, and a fashion show from Moody Middle School. Learn about sustainability initiatives and resources available in Henrico County\, such as energy efficiency\, residential solar\, recycling\, preserving green space\, air quality\, and more! \n \nEvent Field (Cricket field at the back of the park): \n\nFashion Show by Moody Middle School\nDemo Area (Electric Bike Demos by Blue Ridge Cyclery)\nKids Bike Rides: Join WeeWheel for a bike ride through the trails at Deep Run Park! There are three options: Beginners at 1:30pm; Intermediate at 2:15pm; and Advanced riders at 3pm. They will have bikes and helmets for kids to borrow. (Adults are welcome to join\, but please bring your own bike & helmet.)\nLocal Vendors\nFlavor Fusion: Fresh squeezed lemonades available for purchase\n\nActivity Field (Located near the pond): \n\nLive music from Lauren Booth\nKayaking: RVA Paddlesports returns for the fourth year to offer Paddle in the Park. First-timers are welcome— instructors will be there to help you get started! (Reserve your spot and complete the waiver here.)\nSensory Area (Hosted by Henrico TR Staff and Jacob’s Chance)\nCraft & Demo (Hosted by Henrico Cooperative Extension)\nTree Tours (Hosted by Henrico Parks Arborist. Meet at the Recreation and Parks Tent at 12:30pm\, 1:30pm\, or 2:30pm for a tour.)\nGoatocado: Food available for purchase\n\nRecreation Center (Parking lot): \n\nPaint Out Pollution (Hosted by HEART/ James River Association). Help paint storm drains using stencils of native animals and various colors of spray paint. You can sign up before or during the event. Please only select one time slot to leave room for others. Information: mcc103@henrico.gov \n\n  \n  \nDon’t miss out on this exciting day of nature\, fun\, and learning at Deep Run Park. 🌎 \nFor more information\, please email us at REC-EventsTeam@henrico.gov. \n \n  \n\nAdditional Earth Day Activities: \nFree native tree and shrub seedlings\nSat\, April 11\, Noon-3pm. All Henrico County Public Library locations and Deep Run Park\nAll ages. Celebrate Earth Day by bringing home a free native tree or shrub! Henricopolis Soil & Water Conservation District encourages community members to support pollinators and the local environment by adding native plant species to their homes. The organization has provided 2\,200 seedlings to give away at Earth Day celebrations across the county! \nNative species available:\n– Yellow poplar tree\n– Willow oak tree\n– Black chokeberry shrub\n\n– Silky dogwood shrub \n*Limited supplies are available. Information: hswcd.org \n\n\nRepair\, Reuse\, Replant!\nThur\, Apr 16\, 6-7:30pm. Belmont Recreation Center.\nWhat if giving new life to what you already have could help the planet? We will celebrate Earth Day by reusing\, renewing\, and regrowing! Bring clothing items that need a little care and learn how to patch tears\, sew on buttons\, and mend pockets to extend the life of your favorite garments. Also dig into the joy of growing new things by learning about how Keep Henrico Beautiful is propagating common house plants as gifts for teachers. Take home your own cutting in a reused container. Discover how small acts can lead to big impact. Information: roc35@henrico.gov \nKids Go Green\nFri\, Apr 17\, 1-1:30pm. Parsons Community Center at Meadow Farm.\nDiscover how small actions can have big impacts in this Earth Week story time followed by an activity! Information: sch107@henrico.gov \nTR: From Trash to Treasure\nTue\, Apr 21\, 10:30-11:30am. Eastern Henrico Rec Center.\nAges 18+. Celebrate Earth Day by creating collages and artwork using recycled materials. Participants will explore creativity and self-expression while transforming everyday items into something new in a fun\, inclusive environment. Instructor: Jacob’s Chance. Therapeutic Recreation (TR) programs are adaptive classes designed for those with disabilities or medical conditions. Information: rec-inclusion@henrico.gov
URL:https://henrico.gov/calendar/earth-day-2026/
LOCATION:Deep Run Park\, 9900 Ridgefield Pkwy\, Henrico\, VA\, 23233
CATEGORIES:Events
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