This annual celebration brings the community together for hands-on workshops, family-friendly activities and practical tips to help reduce waste and repurpose everyday items.

Earth Month Celebration
Saturday, April 18
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Poinsettia Community Park
6600 Hidden Valley Road

This year’s theme, "Love Our Planet: There’s No Place Like Earth," highlights simple ways to prevent food waste and give old textiles new life.

Highlights include:

• Learn how to use compost and mulch to grow fruits, vegetables and native plants
• Try hands-on workshops like pickling and making eco-friendly household cleaning products
• Swap gently used clothing and find something new-to-you
• Create simple upcycled items like T-shirt bags and beeswax wraps
• Talk with local experts about gardening, recycling, water conservation and more
• See this year’s 2026 Student Poster Contest winners and student-created posters made from recycled materials
• Visit booths from community organizations and regional partners
• Enjoy live music and family-friendly activities throughout the event

 Learn more at carlsbadca.gov/earthmonth.