San Diego’s Earth Day Festivals & Celebrations Guide 2026

As San Diego's largest annual Earth Day celebration for more than 30 years, there will be a lot to see and do at this year's EarthFest, from vendors to live entertainment, guest speakers, family-friendly activities, and more!

When & Where is San Diego EarthFest 2026?

Set for Saturday, April 25th, 2026 from 11:00am to 5:00pm, this 6-hour FREE event will once again be the largest Earth Day festival in San Diego.

You will find the festivities in Balboa Park, specifically on the Balboa Park Boulevard and Presidents Way Lawn at Park Boulevard San Diego, CA 92101.

My best advice is to come early if possible and be ready for some crowds. Finding it won't be an issue as there will be signs leading you to everything you'll want to see and do!

What to Expect at San Diego EarthFest

EarthFest will cover the lawn with over a hundred sustainable vendors, conservation booths, food options, and activities for all ages. Look for activities including yoga and wellness classes and plenty for kids and even dogs. There will be live music on the Music Stage plus panel discussions and guest speakers on the Education Stage.

It's nice to know that a portion of profits will be donated to local nonprofit groups. The energy is always upbeat and hopeful - no matter your background, it's easy at this event to get swept up in the sense that we all have a stake in this city's future.

As a new activity listed on our guide to all the holidays in San Diego, if you can only attend one event this year, this would be my suggested celebration. It really offers something for everyone to enjoy!

The WorldBeat Center event, also part of our guide to all the holidays in San Diego, is annually beautifully eclectic, bringing together world music, indigenous ceremony, poetry, wellness activities, and hands-on garden projects. It's not just about environmental action, but also about nurturing cultural roots and honoring the intersection between earth stewardship and artistic expression.

Their lineup for 2026 feels uniquely San Diego, moving from reggae to samba to spoken word - all grounded in a true sense of purpose.

When & Where is WorldBeat Center's Global Earth Day Festival 2026?

The WorldBeat Global Earth Day Festival will take place on Sunday, April 19th, 2026 from 11:00am to 6:00pm. It will be held at the WorldBeat Cultural Center in Balboa Park.

What to Expect at WorldBeat Center's Global Earth Day Festival

As a new event to me personally, I'm excited to see the cultural performances, listen to the environmental speakers, and participate in the interactive garden activities.

If I know anything about this cultural center, their live world music will be incredible. Our whole team at Go Visit San Diego is excited to hear Jamaican artist, Kabaka Pyramid, one of the big names in modern roots reggae.

Local environmental organizations will also be there to share opportunities to get involved in helping the Earth. You'll want to keep an eye out for the all-vegetarian food court and multicultural & wellness vendors who will be set up at the event.

UC San Diego will be hosting an Earth Day Festival and outdoor climate conversations on April 22nd, 2026, from 12:00pm until 4:00pm on the Sun God Lawn located on the UC San Diego campus. This free event will be open to the public, UC students, and staff. The first 1,000 people will even get a free plant-based meal.

You can expect more than 50 booths as well as climate talks, and a clothing swap. There will also be giveaways and workshops throughout the event so it should be a good time full of education and community.