This Earth Day, get your green on in The City Beautiful.
If you’re looking for exciting ways to honor and care for our planet, Orlando’s Earth Day celebrations are calling your name. With blooming festivals, next-level natural adventures, mouthwatering food, sustainable shopping, eco-friendly hotels and more, you don’t want to miss environment-loving fun in The City Beautiful.
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1. Check Out Festivals & Live Events
At stunning Lake Eola Park in downtown’s City District, Central Florida Earth Day (April 19) is the biggest and longest-running Earth Day festival in Central Florida. Discover vibrant educational activities, food, art, music, animals and more. About an hour from Orlando on Florida’s east coast, Kennedy Space Center also hosts an exciting Earth Day Celebration (April 15), featuring butterfly releases, hands-on educational activities and information about local sustainable practices.
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You can also appreciate the planet and all its beauty at the Plant Nerd Fest in Thornton Park (April 19), which features a variety of earth-inspired vendors, or the EPCOT® International Flower & Garden Festival, which includes botanical characters, butterflies, gardens and magic through June 2 at Walt Disney World® Resort. For musical festivities, catch Earth Day-themed shows like Modern Moog 3: An Earth Day Tribute to ‘Mother Earth’s Plantasia’ at Will’s Pub (April 22).
2. Embark on an Outdoor Adventure
The best way to appreciate Earth is to surround yourself with nature, and Orlando is a haven for natural attractions. Explore beautiful gardens like Harry P. Leu Gardens, state parks like Wekiwa Springs, and unique trails like the West Orange Trail. Dive into some of Orlando’s gorgeous natural springs, spot some manatees through a crystal-clear kayak with Get Up and Go Kayaking, or paddle through bioluminescent waters with BK Adventure.
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3. Go on a Sustainable Shopping Spree
Calling all shopaholics! Need some sustainable retail therapy? Explore Orlando’s charming neighborhoods and discover unique, handcrafted goods while supporting local businesses. Branch out to environmentally friendly shops like Indeu Apothecary in Thornton Park, with a curated selection of candles, soaps, supplies and gifts. Located in Ivanhoe Village, Oh Eco has all the sustainable self-care and home products you can think of, available for purchase online and at select local stores.
Discover: Orlando Neighborhoods
Shopping secondhand is also a thrilling, Earth-friendly experience. Discover rare treasures in Orlando’s thrift scene with shops like The Owl’s Attic in Audubon Park, Avalon Exchange in Winter Park, Out of the Closet in Mills 50, OMG! Thrift in Casselberry and more.
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4. Try Fresh, Local Bites
Orlando is renowned for its culinary scene, so try some delicious, earth-friendly restaurants to let your tastebuds bloom. Experience Filipino-inspired cuisine at Kaya, a MICHELIN green star restaurant in the Mills 50 district, which sources about 90% of their produce from Central Florida farms.
Discover: Things to Do in Mills 50
Looking for some vegan options? Dig into delectable plant-based burgers at Plantees in Mills 50. Or check out one of the Purple Ocean locations for Caribbean-inspired Acai bowls. For dessert, don’t miss The Greenery Creamery in downtown, an artisanal ice cream boutique with both vegan and dairy options, sourced from local and natural ingredients.
5. Stay at a Green Hotel
Orlando is home to a variety of earth-conscious hotels, making strides in their sustainable practices. This Earth Day, stay at a green hotel like Rosen Shingle Creek or Hilton Orlando, founding members of Green Destination Orlando. Both luxurious options are located near International Drive, a central location for major theme parks.
Discover: Sustainable Stays
In the heart of downtown Orlando — a hub for shopping, dining and nightlife — indulge in a lavish stay at the Grand Bohemian Orlando. Or treat yourself to a relaxing getaway at Lake Nona Wave Hotel, only minutes from Orlando International Airport. These hotels implement technological advancements to ensure the wellness of guests, and our planet.
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