Earth Day on the Rappahannock

April 11-17, 2021

at Old Mill Park

Photos by KPN Images by Matthew McClelland
Photos by KPN Images by Matthew McClelland

The mission of the Fredericksburg Earth Day Festival is to provide an enjoyable and engaging family-friendly event devoted to environmental awareness and stewardship.

Our Earth Day Festival will look a little different in 2021 but will be just as exciting and fun. Participate in virtual events throughout the week and then come to Old Mill Park on Friday and Saturday nights for a concert and a movie. This FREE festival is filled with interactive activities, live music, delicious food, and much more. From citizen science projects to art contests, and live music to a family movie night, there is something for everyone! Sponsored by Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation, & Events.

Earth Day Festival 2021 Events:

Virtual BioBlitz

April 11-17
Explore the natural world around us and participate in some citizen science using iNaturalist.

Chalk & Talk Art Contest

April 15-17
Show off your artistic talent by creating Earth Day themed chalk art on the trails or a sidewalk near you.

Concert Night

April 16
Join us at Old Mill Park for a fun night of live music, live birds of prey demonstration, and good food. Bring your own chairs and blankets to sit on. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.

Movie
Night

April 17
Bring the whole family out for a movie night at Old Mill Park. Enjoy a viewing of The Lorax, presented by the R-Board. Bring your own chairs or blankets. There will also be a live demo and food vendors on-site. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.

Earth Day 2019

30 under 30 Award

The R-Board is sponsoring a recognition program to coincide with Fredericksburg’s Earth Day Festival this year. The award will recognize up to 30 individuals, under 30 years old, who were environmental advocates/activists/educators/enthusiasts during 2019. The application is simple and can be found by clicking the 30 under 30 image.