Huntsville launches citywide Earth Month celebration with cleanups and community fun
Published on April 1, 2026
Huntsville is springing into Earth Month with a lively lineup of community cleanups, plant giveaways and family-friendly events designed to get residents outdoors and making a visible difference. All month long, Operation Green Team is inviting the community to celebrate the planet and take part in activities that help keep Huntsville clean, vibrant and beautiful.
What began in 1970 as a small environmental teach-in has grown into a global call to action – and Earth Month in Huntsville is buzzing. How will you get involved?
“Whether you join a cleanup, visit Hays Nature Preserve or come grab some plants at our free giveaway, every small step helps keep our city clean, vibrant and beautiful,” said Niki Sothers, Manager of Green Team. “Earth Month is a chance to reconnect with nature and with each other, and we love seeing families, schools and neighborhood groups come out and make a visible impact.”
EARTH MONTH HIGHLIGHTS
April 10 – Spring Plant & Cleanup Supply Giveaway
Pick up free tomato and cucumber plants and grab cleanup supplies during this drive‑through event at the Jaycee Building parking lot at John Hunt Park (2180 Jaycee Way). The giveaway runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., while supplies last.
April 11 – District 1 Community Cleanup Day
Pitch in with Green Team and City Council Member Michelle Watkins from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Richard Showers Jr. Recreation Center (4600 Blue Spring Rd NW). All ages are welcome, and supplies are provided.
April 18 – Earth Day at Hays Nature Preserve
A Huntsville family favorite returns from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hays Nature Preserve (429 Taylor Rd) with eco‑exhibitors, Rise Raptor demonstrations, a petting zoo, hot dogs, cotton candy, plant giveaways and more. Free Huntsville Orbit shuttle service is available from Mark Russell Recreation Center due to limited onsite parking.
April 20 – Huntsville Beautification Awards Nomination Deadline
Don’t forget to nominate commercial, business and government landscapes that go above and beyond for the annual Beautification Awards. From vibrant plantings to well‑kept grounds, the awards celebrate the people who take pride in keeping our city beautiful.
April 22 – Earth Day Cleanup at Bud Cramer Park
A clean Huntsville is genius! Celebrate Earth Day with Green Team from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for a cleanup of Bud Cramer Park (600 Meridian Street North) and the surrounding community.
“As our city grows, so does our responsibility to protect the natural beauty that makes Huntsville special,” said Mayor Tommy Battle. “Earth Month is a great reminder that when we work together – even in small ways – collectively we create a cleaner, healthier community for everyone.”
Let’s work together this April to make Huntsville greener and cleaner. Visit the City’s Earth Day webpage for the full event schedule and volunteer opportunities.