EarthFest 2026 is a FREE festival hosted by Earth Day Indiana in Garfield Park.

Click here to learn more.

Join us to kick off Bike Month and celebrate all things cycling in our city!

Central Indiana Cycling, Greater Indy Trailways, CIRTA/Commuter Connect, Indianapolis MPO and Guggman Haus Brewing Co. are excited to host the 2nd Annual Bike Fest on Sunday, May 3rd!

We’re combining our love for Indy, adventure, live music and community together to celebrate Bike Month. Expect multiple cycling vendors available to answer any questions you may have regarding biking in our city and beyond, along with cycling focused speakers, giveaways, live music, craft beer, coffee & food!

This event is included in the Greater Indy Trailways TrailMixer, a region-wide festival in Central Indiana running from April 25–May 3, 2026, celebrating the launch of the 800-mile Greater Indy Trailways network.

Click here to learn more and register.

EVENT DETAILS:

What: Bike Month Celebration with vendors, music, food/drinks and speakers.

Why: To celebrate Bike Month, highlight cycling organizations, and encourage our community to ride.

When: Sunday, May 3, 2025 from 1 to 4 pm with a pre-event ride starting at 11 am.

11 am: Bike Fest Social Ride starting in front of the Guggman Coffee Haus (registration required).

1 - 3 pm: Vendors

1:30 - 2 pm: Speakers

2 - 4 pm: Live Music in the Beer Garden

Where: Guggman Haus Brewing Co. , 1701 Gent Ave. Indianapolis 46202

Free, family-friendly!

Trivia Night presented by Earth Day Indiana

​Join us on International Earth Day for a night of environmentally themed fun, facts and fundraising! Hosted by Hambone's Entertainment, this trivia night is for everyone.

Where: Upland Brewing Co Fountain Square - 1201 Prospect St, Indianapolis 46203

When: Wednesday April 22nd at 7pm

Cost: $15 (includes 2 raffle tickets for fun, Earth-themed prizes)

All proceeds support the 36th annual EarthFest in Garfield Park on Saturday, May 30.

Click here to learn more and register.

The Environmental Sustainability Committee of the Indianapolis City-County Council consists of nine councilors who meet to discuss issues related to the environmental sustainability of Indianapolis-Marion County, including solid waste, water quality, and tree cover.

These meetings are always open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend.

A list of committee members and upcoming agendas are available on the City’s website here.

The Environmental Sustainability Committee of the Indianapolis City-County Council consists of nine councilors who meet to discuss issues related to the environmental sustainability of Indianapolis-Marion County, including solid waste, water quality, and tree cover.

These meetings are always open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend.

A list of committee members and upcoming agendas are available on the City’s website here.

The Environmental Sustainability Committee of the Indianapolis City-County Council consists of nine councilors who meet to discuss issues related to the environmental sustainability of Indianapolis-Marion County, including solid waste, water quality, and tree cover.

These meetings are always open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend.

A list of committee members and upcoming agendas are available on the City’s website here.

The Environmental Sustainability Committee of the Indianapolis City-County Council consists of nine councilors who meet to discuss issues related to the environmental sustainability of Indianapolis-Marion County, including solid waste, water quality, and tree cover.

These meetings are always open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend.

A list of committee members and upcoming agendas are available on the City’s website here.

The Environmental Sustainability Committee of the Indianapolis City-County Council consists of nine councilors who meet to discuss issues related to the environmental sustainability of Indianapolis-Marion County, including solid waste, water quality, and tree cover.

These meetings are always open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend.

A list of committee members and upcoming agendas are available on the City’s website here.

9am - 12pm

Everyone is welcome to join Indy Land Stewardship for a hands-on opportunity to tackle invasive species in your community! This Weed Wrangle® volunteer event is part of a nationwide initiative to control invasive plants in public parks and natural areas. We'll be removing invasive bush honeysuckle and purple wintercreeper. Volunteers will assist staff in removing these species either by hand-pulling or with provided hand tools. A brief presentation on plant identification and safety will be given. Gloves, safety vests, and water will also be provided. What to bring: water bottle, closed-toe shoes, hat, and long pants. See you there!

Learn more and register: https://www.facebook.com/events/1382515059782142

6 - 7:30PM

Heat Pumps 101:

Comfort, Savings, and Sustainability

Your Guide to Heat Pumps - Save Money on Utility Bills

During this FREE virtual session:

• Learn what heat pumps are, how they work, and their benefits

• Explore payment options and available incentives (Indiana Energy Saver, IEIF, federal tax credit, AES rebates)

• Hear tips on finding the right contractor and hear real Hoosier experiences

Open to all Indianapolis community members!

Register here (https://bit.ly/inrc-heatpumps)

9am - 12pm

Everyone is welcome to join Indy Land Stewardship for a hands-on opportunity to tackle invasive species in your community! This Weed Wrangle® volunteer event is part of a nationwide initiative to control invasive plants in public parks and natural areas. We'll be removing invasive bush honeysuckle and purple wintercreeper. Volunteers will assist staff in removing these species either by hand-pulling or with provided hand tools. A brief presentation on plant identification and safety will be given. Gloves, safety vests, and water will also be provided. What to bring: water bottle, closed-toe shoes, hat, and long pants. See you there!

Learn more and register: https://www.facebook.com/events/3575566019414173

The Environmental Sustainability Committee of the Indianapolis City-County Council consists of nine councilors who meet to discuss issues related to the environmental sustainability of Indianapolis-Marion County, including solid waste, water quality, and tree cover.

These meetings are always open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend.

A list of committee members and upcoming agendas are available on the City’s website here.

9am - 12pm

Everyone is welcome to join Indy Land Stewardship for a hands-on opportunity to tackle invasive species in your community! This Weed Wrangle® volunteer event is part of a nationwide initiative to control invasive plants in public parks and natural areas. We'll be removing invasive bush honeysuckle and purple wintercreeper. Volunteers will assist staff in removing these species either by hand-pulling or with provided hand tools. A brief presentation on plant identification and safety will be given. Gloves, safety vests, and water will also be provided. What to bring: water bottle, closed-toe shoes, hat, and long pants. See you there!

Learn more and register: https://www.facebook.com/events/697202509481237

9am - 12pm

The fifth annual Central Indiana Electric Vehicle (EV) Showcase will cruise into town on Saturday, September 20th. The Indianapolis Office of Sustainability and City-County Council have collaborated to bring a wide variety of vehicles and owners together so that attendees may test-drive new-model EVs, see a charger and ask the experts any questions they may have about EVs and how to make the switch.

Learn more here.

9am - 12pm

Everyone is welcome to join Indy Land Stewardship for a hands-on opportunity to tackle invasive species in your community! This Weed Wrangle® volunteer event is part of a nationwide initiative to control invasive plants in public parks and natural areas. We'll be removing invasive bush honeysuckle and purple wintercreeper. Volunteers will assist staff in removing these species either by hand-pulling or with provided hand tools. A brief presentation on plant identification and safety will be given. Gloves, safety vests, and water will also be provided. What to bring: water bottle, closed-toe shoes, hat, and long pants. See you there!

Learn more and register: https://www.facebook.com/events/1076092861237634

9am - 12pm

Join Keep Indianapolis Beautiful and the City of Indianapolis - Department of Business and Neighborhood Services as part of a co-led monthly cleanup series to help tackle litter within specific Indianapolis neighborhoods.

Register here: https://www.kibi.org/volunteer/projects/

More information will be available closer to the cleanup. The meeting location is Eleanor Skillen School 34, 1410 Wade Street, and the general cleanup area will be alley just south of Raymond Street, State Avenue, Finley/Walker Avenue, I-65.

Learn from regional stakeholders and legislators about what is working and what is on the horizon for Indiana’s circular economy at Circular Indiana’s 3rd annual conference (topics related to solid waste, recycling/materials recovery, composting, etc.)

Location: Indiana Government Center

Monday, Sept 8

Elements of the day include: Keynote speaker Chad Pregracke, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation discussion, circularity fair, zero waste lunch, and cocktail/networking reception.

Learn more and register: https://www.circularin.org/copy-of-2024-indiana-circular-economy

9am - 12pm

Everyone is welcome to join Indy Land Stewardship for a hands-on opportunity to tackle invasive species in your community! This Weed Wrangle® volunteer event is part of a nationwide initiative to control invasive plants in public parks and natural areas. We'll be removing invasive bush honeysuckle and purple wintercreeper. Volunteers will assist staff in removing these species either by hand-pulling or with provided hand tools. A brief presentation on plant identification and safety will be given. Gloves, safety vests, and water will also be provided. What to bring: water bottle, closed-toe shoes, hat, and long pants. See you there!

Learn more and register: https://www.facebook.com/events/1307889663633521

The Climate Leadership Summit is Earth Charter Indiana’s annual, statewide conference specially designed for mayors, city, town and county leaders, and community partners to discuss how to prepare for the changing climate. We celebrate the progress Indiana communities have already achieved and give cities the opportunity to share best practices. All are invited!

Location: Ivy Tech Community College Conference Center - Indianapolis

Friday, Sept 5

9AM Registration opens

10AM Welcome session

11AM Workshops

12PM Lunch

1:30PM Workshops

4PM Climate Leaders Panel

5:30PM 10th Anniversary Party

Thursday, Sept 4

6PM Sponsors Reception

7PM Performance (open to all attendees)

Learn more and register: https://www.earthcharterindiana.org/climate-leadership-summit

9am - 12pm

Everyone is welcome to join Indy Land Stewardship for a hands-on opportunity to tackle invasive species in your community! This Weed Wrangle® volunteer event is part of a nationwide initiative to control invasive plants in public parks and natural areas. We'll be removing invasive bush honeysuckle and purple wintercreeper. Volunteers will assist staff in removing these species either by hand-pulling or with provided hand tools. A brief presentation on plant identification and safety will be given. Gloves, safety vests, and water will also be provided. What to bring: water bottle, closed-toe shoes, hat, and long pants. See you there!

Learn more and register: https://www.facebook.com/events/1061596159356992

The Environmental Sustainability Committee of the Indianapolis City-County Council consists of nine councilors who meet to discuss issues related to the environmental sustainability of Indianapolis-Marion County, including solid waste, water quality, and tree cover.

These meetings are always open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend.

A list of committee members and upcoming agendas are available on the City’s website here.

9am - 12pm

Everyone is welcome to join Indy Land Stewardship for a hands-on opportunity to tackle invasive species in your community! This Weed Wrangle® volunteer event is part of a nationwide initiative to control invasive plants in public parks and natural areas. We'll be removing invasive bush honeysuckle and purple wintercreeper. Volunteers will assist staff in removing these species either by hand-pulling or with provided hand tools. A brief presentation on plant identification and safety will be given. Gloves, safety vests, and water will also be provided. What to bring: water bottle, closed-toe shoes, hat, and long pants. See you there!

Learn more and register: https://www.facebook.com/events/1792345598011372

9am - 12pm

Join Keep Indianapolis Beautiful and the City of Indianapolis - Department of Business and Neighborhood Services as part of a co-led monthly cleanup series to help tackle litter within specific Indianapolis neighborhoods.

Register here: https://www.kibi.org/volunteer/projects/

More information will be available closer to the cleanup. The meeting location is Highway Parcel #15, 3100 Rader St and the general cleanup area will be 37th Street, MLK, I-65, Clifton Street.

9am - 12pm

Everyone is welcome to join Indy Land Stewardship for a hands-on opportunity to tackle invasive species in your community! This Weed Wrangle® volunteer event is part of a nationwide initiative to control invasive plants in public parks and natural areas. We'll be removing invasive bush honeysuckle and purple wintercreeper. Volunteers will assist staff in removing these species either by hand-pulling or with provided hand tools. A brief presentation on plant identification and safety will be given. Gloves, safety vests, and water will also be provided. What to bring: water bottle, closed-toe shoes, hat, and long pants. See you there!

Learn more and register: https://www.facebook.com/events/1670169277224971

The Environmental Sustainability Committee of the Indianapolis City-County Council consists of nine councilors who meet to discuss issues related to the environmental sustainability of Indianapolis-Marion County, including solid waste, water quality, and tree cover.

These meetings are always open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend.

A list of committee members and upcoming agendas are available on the City’s website here.

The Environmental Sustainability Committee of the Indianapolis City-County Council consists of nine councilors who meet to discuss issues related to the environmental sustainability of Indianapolis-Marion County, including solid waste, water quality, and tree cover.

These meetings are always open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend.

A list of committee members and upcoming agendas are available on the City’s website here.

35th Annual Earth Day Celebration in Indianapolis
Saturday, May 31, 2025 | 11AM - 5PM
Garfield Park, Indy

Environmental protection
Conservation
Sustainable living

Volunteers https://earthdayindiana.org/volunteer/
Vendors https://earthdayindiana.org/exhibitors/
Sponsors https://earthdayindiana.org/sponsors/

www.earthdayindiana.org