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As Earth Day draws near, Tennessee is abuzz with anticipation for a month-long celebration of environmental consciousness and community engagement. From the rugged beauty of the Smoky Mountains to the urban landscapes of Nashville and Memphis, communities across the state are rallying together to protect and preserve our planet for future generations.
Numerous kid-friendly cleanup events have been planned throughout April to help encourage environmental responsibility in our younger generation. These activities create opportunities for families to bond while empowering kids to impact their communities positively. Whether it’s picking up litter in parks, along riverbanks or somewhere else in your community, there’s something for everyone to get involved in.
Join one of the many Earth Day activities happening throughout Tennessee this April:
April 13, 2024, 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
Veterans Memorial Park, 135 N Main St, Jellico, TN
April 13, 2024, 8:30 AM – 12:00 P.M.
3623 Louisville Rd, Louisville, TN
April 13, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 P.M.
Richland Creek Greenway – Lion’s Head Trailhead, Richland Creek Greenway, Nashville, TN
April 13, 2024, 1-3:00 P.M.
3200 Aspen Grove Dr, Franklin, TN 37067
April 15, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 P.M.
Blue Ridge Paddling, Inc, 1001 S Industrial Dr, Erwin, TN
April 19-25, 2024
Keep Soddy-Daisy Beautiful, 10773 Loop Rd, Soddy-Daisy, TN
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 10 A.M. – 3 P.M.
Shelby Farms Park, 6903 Great View Dr N, Memphis, TN
April 20, 2024, 9:00 A.M.
Park by ACE Hardware/Food City at 111 North Industrial Drive, Erwin TN
Apr 20, 2024, 9:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.
27. E Main St. Hohenwald, TN
April 20, 2024, 2:00 – 5:00 P.M.
405 N Main St, Springfield, TN
April 20, 2024, 9:00 A.M.
Rock Creek Park, 101 Old Farmington Rd, Lewisburg, TN
April 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:30 P.M.
3601 Dayton Blvd, Chattanooga, TN, 37415
April 20, 2024, 9 AM – 12 PM
Mary Vestal Park, 522 Maryville Pike, Knoxville, TN
April 20, 2024, 11:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M
Centennial Park Bandshell, 2500 West End Ave, Nashville, Tennessee 37203
Apr 22, 2024 3:00 P.M.
82 Beach Rd, Rock Island, TN
April 21, 2024, 8:00 AM 12:00 P.M.
McCoy Farms, 1604 Taft Highway, Signal Mountain, TN, 37377
April 22, 2024, 1:00 P.M. 3:00 P.M.
Common House, 1517 Mitchell Avenue, Chattanooga, TN, 37408
April 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 P.M.
Warner Park Nature Center, 7311 TN-100, Nashville, TN
April 27, 2024, 9:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
Ohana Dive Company, 1101 Bell Grimes Ln, Nashville, TN
As we prepare to celebrate Earth Day, let’s take advantage of this opportunity to inspire the next generation of environmental advocates. By participating in these kid-friendly cleanup events, families can develop a stronger connection to nature and help lay the groundwork for a more sustainable future. Together, let’s show our planet some love and make every day Earth Day in Tennessee.
