2026 Earth Day Celebration!

Celebrate Earth Day with us at the Ogden Nature Center! Get ready for a fun‑filled day of community, conservation, and connecting with the great outdoors.

Wander along our beautiful trails, say hello to our animal ambassadors, jump into hands‑on activities, and discover amazing local organizations, artists, and educators who are helping protect our planet—one creative idea at a time.

The Ogden Nature Center’s beloved Birdhouse Competition is back—and the judging will take place during Earth Day celebrations. Come explore the birdhouses, enjoy Earth Day festivities, and cheer on the winners!

When:  Saturday, April 25 from 10 am - 3 pm

Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th Street

Admission:  $5 Per Guest | Children 3 and under FREE!

Ogden Nature Center Members receive Members Only swag upon arrival.

PURCHASE TICKETS!

Calling All Young Artists!

Create a poster inspired by this year’s theme: Forever Wild Forever Loved 

Artwork will be revealed and celebrated at our Earth Day event!

Earth Day Poster Contest Showcase: Education Building - Main hallway | Will be on display - May 31st. During regular hours. 

Poster awards ceremony will be held at 10 am | Outdoor classroom | Invite Only

More Details on Poster Contest, Here. 

IMPORTANT: Artwork may be picked up May 16–30. After May 30, pieces become part of the Ogden Nature Center collection. 

Programming and Workshops:

Birding Nature Walk - Hosted by the Wasatch Audubon - 9:30 am - Meet at beginning or Birdhouse Trail - Register HERE

Forest Bathing - 9 am - South side of Visitor Center - Register Here. Must Pre- Register

Natures Neighborhood Design Challenge: Awards Ceremony 2:00 pm - South Side of Visitor Center

Time Capsule Ceremony: TBD

Peace Pole Ceremony: 2:30 pm | Meadow Lark Trail north of Visitor Center

Free Plants Starts!: Sponsored by Chromalox: West of Education Building | 10 a - 3 pm

Propagation Swap: North west of Education Building 10 am - 3 pm

Repair Fair: Education Building 10 am - 3 pm 

Free! Bring your items to be restored. Watch and learn a new skill

Sewing

Electronics

Jewelry

Presentations and Cultural Performances: Amphitheater – East of Visitor Center

10:00 – Animal Presentation

10:30 – Animal Presentation 

11:00 – African Drumming

11:30 – Animal Presentation

12:00 – Nican Axcan Performance

12:30 – Animal Presentation

1:00 – Oaxaca En Utah Performance

1:30 – Animal Presentation

2:00 – Celtic Beat Irish Dancers Performance

2:30 – Echoing Spirits Performance

3:00 – End 

VENDORS: Want to join the fun? If you’d like to participate as a vendor or host a workshop or performance, our Event Manager, Jade, would love to hear from you: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Aziah's Art

Bags by Cori 

Banana Shots Photography

Eden Streets

Erica Lyon Art

For the Birds and Bees

George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park

Give a Gnome A HomeGrowing Roots Farm School

Julis Creaciones 

KH Pottery

Kirsten’s Vintage Soaps

Mountain Girl Eclectic Rock Out Rock Design

Sweetpea & Sawdust

The Eco Location

The Local Artisan Collective

The Local Artisan Collective

Utah State University Water Quality Extension 

Utah Valkyrie

Wally's Critter and Such

Wasatch Audubon Society

Wasatch Wanderers

Weber State Sustainability

3G3D Printing

FOOD and DRINKS: 10 am - 2:30 pm

Grounds for Coffee

Keepin it Fresh

Lucky Slice Pizza 

Musubi Bound

Southern Heights BBQ

Witches Brew Coffee Company

Feeling inspired to lend a hand?

We’re always excited to welcome volunteers for Earth Day! Reach out to our Volunteer Manager, Heidi, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to learn more.

The Ogden Nature Center is located at 966 W. 12th St., Ogden.  

Carpooling, riding bikes, or taking public transportation is encouraged.  Parking is available across the street if the Nature Center lot is full.  Please wear walking shoes and dress for the weather.  This event will be held rain or shine.