Be it through music, education, talks, or shoreline cleanups, there are plenty of ways to show mother nature that we appreciate her bounty this Earth Day (April 22). All month in Vancouver, organizations and groups pay homage to the environment with curated Earth Day-inspired events that will have us gathering to show love for the land, sea, and sky.

An Evening with Tommy Caldwell

Join MEC Vancouver for Tommy Caldwell Talks: Ride for the Planet on April 25. The record-setting American rock climber (featured in documentary Free Solo, among others) will tell stories from his climbs; in addition, you can try your hand at a silent auction and prizes. All proceeds benefit Van Queer Climbers and Climbers’ Access Society of British Columbia. Last year’s event with Caldwell sold out in under two hours, so act fast.

When: April 25, 7:30pm

Where: MEC Vancouver (111 East 2nd Avenue, Vancouver)

Tickets: $15, available starting April 11 here

Latincouver’s The Trail of Coffee

Latin America’s coffee culture will be on display at The Pipe Shop in North Vancouver with exhibits, workshops, and tastings for the Trail of Coffee. A Coffee Flavour Explorer Pass gives you access to exhibitions, speakers, and food and drink—along with a latte art competition. 

When: April 20, 12pm to 8:30pm

Where: The Pipe Shop (115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver)

Tickets: $25 to $35, available here

For The Beauty of the Earth

Christ Church Cathedral celebrates Earth Day with an afternoon of music and climate action advocacy. Join soprano Joyce Parry-Moore, pianist Katherine Hume, photographer Seth Kantner, and climate advocate in support of local climate initiatives through musical performances and photography.

When: April 21, 3:30pm

Where: Christ Church Cathedral (690 Burrard Street, Vancouver)

Tickets: $25 suggested donation, available here

Land, Sea, Sky: Earth Day Celebration

Celebrate Earth Day at Vanier Park with Land, Sea, Sky: a joint event by the Museum of Vancouver, Vancouver Maritime Museum, and H.R. MacMillan Space Centre on April 20. On the schedule are interactive activities such as eco-poetry readings, space technology presentations, and Temíxw: Stories from the Land with Chief Ian Campbell. All ages are welcome.

When: April 20, 10am to 3pm

Where: Vanier Park (1000 Chestnut Street, Vancouver)

Admission: By donation for MOV and VMM; regular fees for Space Centre with free Earth Day activities

Earth Day Celebration at Trout Lake

Green family fun with games, crafts, nature hunts, and seed potting will all take place at Trout Lake on Earth Day from 11am to 2pm. 

What: When: Saturday, April 20, 11am to 2pm

Where: Trout Lake

Admission: Free, but pre-registration is required

Earth Day Celebration at Moodyville Park

Families are invited to North Vancouver’s Earth Day Celebration at Moodyville Park. On April 20, from 10am to 2pm, you can get your hands dirty in an invasive plant pull, learn at educational booths, and partake in activities put on by local environmental groups. 

When: April 20, 10 am to 2 pm

Where: Moodyville Park (759 East 3rd Street, North Vancouver)

Admission: Free

Earth Day Beach Clean Up & Cold Plunge

The Earth Day Beach Clean Up & Cold Plunge takes place at Kitsilano Beach, promoting wellness for both the community and for the earth. Supplies for the beach cleanup are supplied, with the good deed being followed by a group cold plunge. Open to all!

When: April 21, 1pm

Where: Kitsilano Beach (1499 Arbutus Street, Vancouver)

Admission: Free, but you can register in advance here

Gastown Cleanup Party

Give back to the community by helping clean up garbage in Gastown. Volunteers will be provided with supplies and a Gastown t-shirt, and will be rewarded for their efforts with a post-cleanup happy hour (including tacos and a DJ) at Gringo.

When: April 26, 3pm to 5pm

Where: Meet at Blood Alley Square

Admission: Free, but registration is required by April 22

Wings over Water screening

Catch a special screening of the 45-minute documentary Wings over Water, which dives into the Prairie Pothole region and its animals. Narrated by Michael Keaton, the film explores this geographic region of lakes, wetlands, and rivers which touches three Canadian provinces and five US states. Tickets for the Vancouver screening, at International Village, are available for a special Earth Day price of $6.99, with proceeds going to support Ducks Unlimited Canada’s wetland conservation efforts.

When: April 22, 6pm

Where: Cineplex Odeon International Village (88 West Pender Street, 3rd floor, Vancouver)

Tickets: Available here