April is Earth Month, and Indianapolis is buzzing with activities to honor our planet. Here’s a curated list of events to help you connect with nature and your community:
April 12
Greenhouse workday at Kankakee Sands Nature Preserve – Free
Join The Nature Conservancy for a morning of transplanting native plant seedlings into individual pots. This event is open to all ages, and volunteers will have the chance to visit the newly renovated bison viewing area.
April 19
Family Day: Earth Day at Newfields – Included with admission ($20 adults, $13 youth)
Celebrate the 55th annual Earth Day with family-friendly activities focusing on renewable energy and environmental stewardship. Enjoy live music amidst the Spring Blooms.
discovernewfields.org/calendar/family-day-earth-day
April 22
Earth Day Celebration at White River State Park – Free
Engage in educational activities, hands-on demonstrations and family-friendly fun to honor Earth Day.
discoverwhiteriver.com/events-information/events-calendar/
Earth Day 2025 at Aspire House – Free (registration required)
Participate in community service projects focused on sustainability and environmental awareness.
eventbrite.com/e/earth-day-2025-at-aspire-house-tickets-1139402065249
Earth Day 2025 Edit-a-thon – Free
Join the Wikimedians of Indiana and the Indianapolis Liberation Center to improve environmental content on Wikipedia.
eventbrite.com/e/earth-day-2025-edit-a-thon-tickets-1279902696419
March to Save Our Urban Forests – Free
Advocate for the preservation of Indianapolis’ urban forests by joining this peaceful march.
mobilize.us/theindianaforestalliance/event/769118/
April 24
Earth Jam at Duke’s Indy – Free (donations encouraged)
Enjoy a benefit concert supporting Earth Day Indiana’s mission, featuring local musicians passionate about the environment.
April 26
Earth Day Festival at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods – Free
Experience nature shows, craft activities and demonstrations in a serene woodland setting.
spsmw.org/event/earth-day-festival-2025/
May 4
Earth Day at the JCC Indianapolis – Free
Participate in interactive demonstrations, enjoy arts activities and explore a farmers market at this free community event.
May 31
Earth Fest at Garfield Park – Free
Celebrate environmental protection with over 110 exhibitors, live music, food trucks and a beer garden.
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Hanna Rauworth is the Health & Environmental Reporter for the Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper, where she covers topics at the intersection of public health, environmental issues, and community impact. With a commitment to storytelling that informs and empowers, she strives to highlight the challenges and solutions shaping the well-being of Indianapolis residents.
