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Celebrate Earth Day with these Chicago and suburban events

Chicago city skyline with tall buildings in the background, trees and greenery along a river in the foreground under a blue sky with wispy clouds.

April 22nd is Earth Day! Give back and get back to nature with these Chicago and suburban activities.

Exterior view of the Adler Planetarium, a domed stone building with banners celebrating its 75th anniversary and promoting space exploration.

Visit Earthfest at the Adler Planetarium! Celebrate the planet we call home with various Earth-themed events all weekend long. The program includes a Sensing Earth sensory station, an Astronomy poetry slam and a telescope observation. Fun for all ages and free with admission. Only a 16 minute ride on the 3 bus line from Vue20!

A group of people kneel on grass and plant a small tree in soil, using gardening tools and wearing gloves.

Help clean up Chicago parks! Help with planting, mulching, picking trash and restoring trails. Volunteer at the North Pond location! Only an 8 minute walk from the Belden Stratford.

A paved pathway winds through a green, wooded area with trees on both sides and a streetlamp to the left.

Join the Chicago Botanic Gardens for an Earth Day Walk! Take a walk through McDonald Woods and learn about a variety of wildflowers and forest restoration. Free to the public! Only a 4 minute drive from NorthShore 770!

A young boy squats by the edge of a pond, smiling and looking at ducks swimming nearby on a cloudy day.

Celebrate with a party! Attend Cosley Zoo’s Party for the Planet and learn how you can help the environment. Walk the zoo and stop by environmentally-friendly businesses and organizations to learn how to make a difference in your community. The event will also feature performances by Dave Orleans and The Earthsinger. Only a five minute drive from Wheaton 121!