PEEC’s Annual Earth Day Festival Returns on April 18

Published on March 06, 2026

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The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to celebrate Earth Day at its annual Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Los Alamos Nature Center. This free, family‑friendly event brings together entertainment, food, hands-on activities, local makers, and community organizations for a celebration of the planet. Each year, the festival draws hundreds of attendees for a day filled with learning, creativity, and connection. Visitors of all ages can explore booths, enjoy live performances, participate in games and activities, and discover local resources that support a healthier, more sustainable future.

Event Details

  • Event: Earth Day Festival
  • Date & Time: April 18, 2026, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Location: Los Alamos Nature Center 2600 Canyon Road, Los Alamos, NM 87544
  • Admission: Free!

Festival Highlights

Entertainment

  • Recycle Man returns with his crowd‑favorite musical performance using instruments made from recycled materials.
  • The Hill Stompers will perform at noon, bringing high‑energy brass‑band fun to the festival.

Food

  • Chefs for You will offer delicious sandwiches, snacks, and other lunch options.
  • Odd Box Coffee will serve coffee drinks and pastries.
  • Shopping
  • Local makers will showcase sustainable, handmade goods for visitors to browse and purchase.
  • Activities & Exhibits 

Activities & Exhibits

  • Informational booths from community partners
  • Hands‑on activities and games for all ages
  • Special films in the planetarium
  • Opportunities to learn about local sustainability efforts, conservation resources, and climate solutions

Get Involved

Organizations and vendors interested in hosting a booth at the festival may register online at bit.ly/EarthDayFestival2026. Businesses or individuals interested in sponsoring the event may contact PEEC’s Executive Director, Jillian at jillian@peecnature.org. For more information, visit PEEC’s website at peecnature.org/events. Stay connected on social media for updates on each week's activities.

PEEC was founded in 2000 to serve the community of Los Alamos. It offers people of all ages a way to enrich their lives by strengthening their connections to our canyons, mesas, mountains, and skies. PEEC operates the Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road, holds regular programs and events, and hosts several interest groups, from birding to hiking to butterfly watching. PEEC activities are open to everyone; however, members receive exclusive benefits such as discounts on programs and gift shop merchandise. Annual memberships start at $35. To learn more, visit peecnature.org/support/membership/.

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