Civic x EarthFest

Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

EarthFest 2023

Drexel University celebrates Earth Day and the University's commitment to environmental sustainability with its annual Civic x EarthFest. This year's block party-style celebration will be held along Lancaster Walk outside of Rush Garden on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (rain date: April 23). This annual event showcases University stakeholders, local businesses and organizations with "green" initiatives. Civic x EarthFest is free and open to the University community.

This event includes:

  • Games, prizes and giveaways;
  • Free food;
  • Music from Project EarthTone, a group of Drexel student musicians
  • Sustainable banking options;
  • Sustainability-oriented student organizations;
  • Representatives from local businesses and restaurants;
  • Research, information and demonstrations from organizations and institutions focusing on sustainability; and
  • So much more!

If you have questions, please contact campusengagement@drexel.edu.

Watch this helpful video about what to recycle on campus, provided by Republic Services, Drexel's recycling partner:

Republic Services Earth Day

This Earth Day, take #1MORE step to become the best recycler you can be. Learn more with these simple recycling tips!

Three Facts From Drexel's EarthFest

Green reusable bag reading Drexel Green