Join the City of Raleigh, in partnership with We Plant it Forward, for this FREE community event to explore earth-conscious vendors and organizations while enjoying live music, games, and activities for all ages. We will be showing a family-friendly movie to conclude the event.
- LEARN about what the City of Raleigh, We Plant it Forward, and Community Partners are doing to create a more sustainable Raleigh.
- TAKE ACTION with a pledge to volunteer or make a commitment to personal changes that support the environment and build resilience to our changing climate.
- CELEBRATE the Raleigh Environmental Award Winners who will be recognized for their work as climate and environmental champions.
- WATCH the movie The Wild Robot
Event Details
When: April 25, 2025, 4 - 10 p.m.
Where: Dix Park, Flowers Field. 2105 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, 27603
(We recommend entering from the Hunt Dr. entrance and following event signage to Flowers Field, parking is available in lot 3, Adams Lot)
If you are unable to join us in person, this event will be STREAMED LIVE.
Please bring your own water bottle. We will have a water bottle refilling station available for attendees.
Educational Demonstrations and Tree Giveaway
Check out interactive and educational demonstrations connected to Arbor Day at the We Plant it Forward stage from 4 to 5 p.m. and join a Walk with an Arborist at 5 p.m.
Information Booths and Activities 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Visit tables hosted by City of Raleigh representatives, We Plant it Forward, and other local organizations. Tables will have engaging activities and information on how each group stewards our planet and community. Pick up a free native tree seedling from We Plant it Forward, check out City of Raleigh “touch-a-truck” vehicles, and join in family-friendly activities and yard games in the field.
Event Welcome 5:30 p.m.
The event welcome at the main stage will feature speakers, including David Rahahę•tih Webb of the Tuscarora community, who will share a traditional opening in the Tuscarora Language with the English translation. This opening directs our gratitude towards all of the natural world that surrounds us: Earth, the waters, plants and trees, crops, animals, birds and the life-sustaining rains. Video and audio recordings of this traditional opening will not be permitted.
Earth Dances 6 p.m.
Cypress Society Singers and Dancers will share Earth Dances, also called social dances. These dances, such as the Stick Dance, Alligator Dance, and Smoke Dance are fun and interactive. You might even find yourself invited to participate in some of them!
Environmental Awards 6:30 p.m.
The Raleigh Environmental Awards celebrate the best in climate action, community engagement and corporate stewardship in our city. Raleigh Environmental Award winners represent our community's dedication to climate action, environmental stewardship, innovation and education. Celebrate this year’s award winners and their accomplishments at the main stage!
Tree Dedication 7:15 p.m.
Join We Plant it Forward in a tree planting and dedication in recognition of Arbor Day.
Movie in the Park 8:15 p.m. - 10 p.m.
The movie The Wild Robot will be shown in Flowers Field at 8:15 to highlight that human impacts on the environment can make both a negative and positive difference. The movie is rated G and has a run time of 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Join us for dinner and dessert!
We have several food trucks that will be at our event for a snack, dinner, or a sweet treat!
- Mexiarepa
- Sisters ll Ice Cream
- Copperhead’s Craft Burgers
- Season It Up Vegan LLC
- Doo Wop Desserts
- Carolina Fish Fry and Grill
Come Learn with Us
Stay tuned for more information about activities and organizations that will be tabling at this event!
Being an outstanding climate and environmental steward can happen on Earth Day AND every day! Visit Ways to Celebrate Earth Day to access activity resources for families, view a list of upcoming programs, and discover ways to learn, get involved, and contribute to your community with the City of Raleigh.