Arts & Entertainment
Stroll through our new eARTh Verse & Vision Gallery to experience inspiring artwork created by local youth and community members. Enjoy live music while soaking in the festival atmosphere:
- 12:30 PM – Ariya Van Lokeren
- 1:00 PM – Welcome from the Mayor
- 1:05 PM – All Newton Music School
- 2:00 PM – Newton South Newtones
- 2:30 PM – Tufts Enchanted
Tasty Treats
Come hungry and enjoy some of Newton’s favorite local food vendors:
- The Chubby Chickpea
- Papi’s Stuffed Sopapillas
- FoMu Ice Cream
For Kids
Our festival is packed with fun for kids of all ages! Enjoy:
- Climate carnival games
- Face painting
- The Lego challenge
- A Scavenger hunt with prizes
- The goats of Dover and Dino Chickens
- And more!
Seed Swap
Bring seeds, take seeds, and grow something new this season! Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just getting started, our Seed Swap is a fun and easy way to share, discover, and connect. Exchange seeds with neighbors, explore new varieties, and get inspired for your spring and summer planting.
No seeds? No problem—stop by anyway! You might just leave with something new to grow 🌼
Conscious Closet & RePlay Corner
Discover hidden gems at our Conscious Closet & RePlay Corner, where you can thrift clothing, sports gear, toys, games, and more. Give pre-loved treasures a new life—and feel free to bring items to donate and keep great things in circulation within our community.
Sustainability Showcase
Meet over 40 local organizations and businesses sharing practical ways to live more sustainably—from clean energy and composting to gardening and waste reduction.
Featured vendors include:
Massachusetts Master Gardener Association • Homeworks • GeoPioneer • Newton Free Library • Sustainable Materials Management • Waste Management • Beantown Kitchen • Charles River Co-op • Renewal by Andersen • Revision • Bebes Little River Chocolate • Mass 350 • Bike Newton • Citizen’s Climate Lobby • Isabella Klimov Jewelry • Legatti Handmade • Newton Tree Conservancy • Reservoir • Newton Community Farm • GreenVest • First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton – Plant-Based Eating Club • League of Women Voters of Newton • Mother’s Out Front • Revise • New England Clean Energy • Protect Newton’s Trees • Heritage Home Service • Neighbors for NetZero • Green Century Funds • Newton Rank Choice Voting • Hiltop Natives • Terawatt Energies • Ecoloop • Elephant Energy • Organic Soil Solutions • Service Stars • Newton Recycling • Welcome Home • Mindy Jewelry • Derby Farms
Electric Vehicle Display
Thinking about going electric? Visit the EV Display to connect with Newton neighbors who own EVs and are happy to share their experiences. Ask questions about charging, range, costs, and more!
Parking & Weather
Parking is available in the Zervas Elementary School parking lot as well as on nearby streets. We encourage attendees to allow a little extra time to park and walk over.
Rain or shine—we’ll be there! In the event of rain, the festival will move indoors so you can still enjoy all the activities.
Want to showcase your business while supporting local climate action?
Explore Earth Day sponsorship opportunities and learn about becoming a Green Newton Business Member for year-round visibility and impact.
