Celebrate Earth Day in the heart of Chester, Connecticut, on Sunday, April 27, 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.
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 27, 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