EARTH DAY OMAHA

APRIL 25, 2026 @ 11AM TO 4PM

ELMWOOD PARK

One of America’s oldest, continually running environmental events, Earth Day Omaha will celebrate its 37th consecutive year on Saturday, April 25, 2026. This year’s event will build on a long history of success as the region’s premier environmental event, reaching a local consumer base most interested in the environment and sustainability. Hosted in the center of the city at Elmwood Park, the event is free to the public and provides entertainment for all ages. Earth Day Omaha is a longstanding spring tradition featuring green exhibitors, a multitude of family-friendly activities, hands-on demonstrations, educational displays, and food & drink.

  • Friend of the Environment Awards presented by Papio NRD

  • Environmental Expo

  • Children's Tent

  • Tree Planting Demonstration

  • Food Court

  • Zero Waste Stations & Recycling Collections w/ Hillside Solutions

  • Tree Climbing w/ Nebraska Statewide Arboretum & Nebraska Forest Service

  • Electric Vehicle Showcase w/ Nebraska Chapter Sierra Club

  • MUD Hydration Station

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Join the Environmental Expo

As one of the metro area's largest annual environmental events—and first outdoor events of the year—this is a prime opportunity to market your business or service, gain exposure, build community relationships, or simply just have some fun! Take advantage of Early Bird rates through Feb. 28! The costs for an exhibitor or vendor booth will go up $50 on March 1.

2026 BOOTH REGISTRATION OPEN NOW!
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Support Earth Day Omaha

Our corporate sponsorships provide vital financial support to help cover the costs associated with hosting this annual event. By sponsoring Earth Day Omaha, you signal a commitment to sustainability and building a better world for all. Explore sponsorship levels and opportunities here. If you’re interested in being a sponsor, reach out at admin@greenomaha.org to move forward or learn more.

BECOME A SPONSOR
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Volunteer for Earth Day Omaha

We will need volunteers at Elmwood Park for SET UP on Friday, April 24, and BEFORE, DURING, and AFTER the event on Saturday, April 25. Please review the volunteer openings below and sign up for as many shifts as you'd like!

Become a Volunteer

2026 SPONSORS

Friend of the Environment Awards

Earth Day Omaha's Friend of the Environment is an increasingly prestigious award dating back to 2010. Nominees in five categories (Youth, Individual, Nonprofit, Business, and Lifetime Achievement) are submitted by the public for review by the GOC Board of Directors.

Nominate a 2026 Friend of the Environment

2025 Winners

Youth - Kansas Lohmeier

Individual - Cheryl Weston

Nonprofit - Nebraska Recycling Council

Business - Swap Omaha

Lifetime Achievement - Nancy Scott

2024 Winners

Youth - Jacki Petrow

Individual - Carol Blood

Nonprofit - The Blue Bucket Project

Business - BranchPattern

Lifetime Achievement - Dale Gubbels

2023 Winners

Youth - Mia Perales

Individual - Brittany Dabestani

Nonprofit - Missouri Valley Group Sierra Club

Business - Solar Omaha

Lifetime Achievement - Mark Welsch