A joyful community celebration of our natural environment, from the forest to the sea.

Come enjoy art, music, and street activities as we renew our commitment to protect the web of life.

Earth Day April 24th & 25th

Earth Day in Anacortes spans the entire weekend of April 24th and 25th in 2026!

Come downtown and take part in two days of joy, beauty, and education as we honor and celebrate our natural environment.

The event kicks off on Friday, April 24th, with the Luminary Parade on Commercial Avenue at 8:00pm (gathering at the Majestic’s Ballroom).

Then on Saturday, the 25th, activity booths will be set up from 4:00-6:00pm on the 400 & 500 block of Commercial. Chilly Rain’s sustainable fashion show will happen right outside their shop at 4:30pm, then at 6:00pm the Procession of the Species will begin their parade through the streets.

All activities are free, and everyone is welcome!

Luminary Light Parade April 24th

At 8:00 on Friday, April 24th 2026, the Luminary Light Parade will dazzle downtown from 4th to 8th Street. Come see the colorful paper lanterns and be enchanted by birds, sea creatures, mammals, stars, and flowers. Then visit one of Anacortes’ many wonderful restaurants for a festive dinner.

Photo by Rakan Alduiaj

The sustainable fashion show in 2025

Environmental Fair & Fashion Show April 25th

On Saturday, April 25th 2026, environmentally focused non-profits will set up booths around Commercial and 5th. The emphasis is “hands-on,” learning and enjoyment, making Anacortes Earth Day fun for all ages. Don’t miss the Sustainable Fashion Show–highlighting the impact of fast fashion on the environment–a joyful parade of locals and re-imagined outfits organized by Chilly Rain Retro starting from just outside their vintage shop at 402 Commercial at 4:30.

Procession of the Species April 25th

At 6:00, the Procession of the Species will wind up and down Commercial Avenue. Community members share their love for flora and fauna through handmade costumes seeking to inspire learning, appreciation, and protection of the natural world. Find out how you can create a costume and take part!

Photo by Rakan AlDuaji

Life on Fidalgo Island

From sunrise over Cap Sante to sunset in Washington Park, we treasure the beauty and wonder of nature on Fidalgo Island. Whether we’re hiking the 50 miles of trails in the Anacortes Community Forest Lands or kayaking across Bowman Bay, we feel how fortunate we are to live here. Earth Day reminds us to continue our efforts to preserve and protect our surroundings.