Celebrate Earth Day in the heart of Chester, Connecticut, on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Main Street will be closed to traffic, transforming into a vibrant pedestrian zone filled with eco-friendly activities, live music, and family fun.
Event Highlights:
Townwide Cleanup: Kick off the day at 9:00 AM with a community cleanup hosted by the Chester Land Trust. Meet at the 20 Water Street parking lot.
Farm Tour & Seed Saving Talk: Join Deep Hollow Farm at 10:00 AM for a tour and discussion on seed saving at 42 Deep Hollow Road.
Animal Rehabilitation Program: At 11:00 AM, the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center will present at the Chester Public Library, 21 West Main Street.
Community Pavilion Unveiling: Witness the unveiling of the new community space at North Quarter Park, 154 Main Street, at 1:00 PM.
Interactive Activities: Enjoy chalk art, face painting, storytelling, live music, and more along Main Street.
Local Vendors & Exhibits: Explore booths from local organizations, including the Chester Garden Club's pansy planting, Montgomery & Taggert Bookshop's reusable tote launch, and Energea's clean energy open house.
Food & Refreshments: Savor treats from Honeycone, featuring "Planet Earth" ice cream and "Stuff Your Stanley" sundaes, and enjoy offerings from Little House Brewing Company's Upper Beer Garden and Pika Food Truck.
This event is recognized by EarthDay.org and encourages attendees to share their experiences using hashtags like #OurPowerOurPlanet, #EarthDay2025, and #ChesterCTEarthDay.
Location: Main Street, Downtown Chester, CT
Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Admission: Free
More Information: https://ctvisit.com/events/chester-earth-day-april-26-2025-noon-4-pm