First Annual
City of Tampa Earth Fair
Purpose:
The1st Annual City of Tampa Earth Fair, scheduled for April 19, 2026, will serve as a citywide initiative to advance Mayor Jane Castor’s Transforming Tampa’s Tomorrow Strategic Goal of Establishing Sustainability and Resilience. The event’s purpose is to highlight the City’s ongoing environmental initiatives, programs, and educational opportunities while engaging the community and fostering collaboration across departments—such as Parks & Recreation, Solid Waste, Water, Mobility, Community Engagement, City Planning, and the Green Team. By bringing together municipal teams working together with related community partners, nonprofit organizations, and residents, Earth Fair aims to showcase Tampa’s collective commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable progress. This celebration will kick off Earth Week and provide a platform for learning, engagement, and partnership-building that supports a more resilient and environmentally conscious future for the City of Tampa.
When:
- 10am – 3pm, Sunday, April 19, 2026
Where:
- Al Lopez Park
Included activities:
- Dozens of interactive booths in our Eco Village (see partnerships below)
- Informational/educational presentations/panels (held in the Hunt Center)
- Guided nature walks and Florida-friendly educational garden tours
- Holistic Wellness (yoga and sound bowls in the park)
- Plant giveaway
- Family-friendly Arts, Entertainment and Culture
- Food trucks
Day-of Schedule
- 10am: Start of Event
- 11am: Welcome Remarks
- 11:15am: Mayor’s Remarks (in the Eco Village)
- 3pm: Event End