Activities for Kids

It’s So Easy Being Green: 15 Earth Day Celebrations

Here are our favorite ways for little tree-huggers to celebrate Mother Nature in Los Angeles.

By kim orchen cooper March 12, 2017

Have a little one at home? Enjoy a morning of fun exploring nature with a hands-on program for your toddler. For children ages 1-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the children’s play area, 1 hour. Meet at the children's play area Martes, 24 de junio, 11am Pequeños Exploradores de la Naturaleza, Tienen un pequeño en casa? Disfrute de una mañana de diversión explorando la naturaleza con su pequeño. Este programa práctico introducirá un tema de naturaleza al niño. Adecuado para niños de 1-5 años. Un adulto debe acompañar al niño. Se reúnen en la zona de juegos infantiles, 1 hora. Free program, free parking. For more information: 213-250-1100 or interpprograms@mrca.ca.gov Sponsored by the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy and presented by the Mountains Recreation &amp;amp; Conservation Authority

Little tree-huggers, take note: Earth Day is on Wednesday April 22, and there are loads of LA activities that will educate while you celebrate. From river cleanups to festivals, a party with Fairy Mother Earth and super blooming hikes, here are our 15 favorite ways to hop on the reduce/reuse/recycle (eco-friendly electric) bus.

Go Wild at the Zoo

It’s not just Earth Day for humans, but for all the creatures who share this planet. This year’s Earth Day celebration at the zoo is bigger and better than ever. Running from Earth Day through Endangered Species Day, they’re putting a spotlight on conservation every day for a whole month with wildlife conservation events, animal care workshops, a puppets for the planet show and ZooLAbration, an all-new, spectacular acrobatic show. Learn more about this event.

When: April 22-May 19 from 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Where: Los Angeles Zoo, 5333 Zoo Dr., Griffith Park

photo: Los Angeles Zoo