Presented by GFL Environmental

Let’s get together to Party for the Planet this Earth Day at Assiniboine Park and Zoo!
 

Earth Day Weekend at the Zoo

Dates: Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26
Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

• Create and Connect Crafts: Get crafty with natural, sustainable, and recycled materials.
• Planting for Pollinators: Flex your green thumb! Plant and take home your very own pollinator-friendly plant.
• Zoo Tours: Join an expert guide to learn insider insights and fun facts about your favourite animals. Locations to be announced!
• Zoo Chats: Learn about the animals you love from the people who know them best! Chats schedule to be announced!

PLUS: musical entertainment, special guests, and learning opportunities. Check back soon for more details!
 

Astronomy Day at Assiniboine Park

Whether you're an experienced stargazer or a newcomer to the world of astronomy, the day offers an opportunity to connect, learn from experts, and discover the beauty and complexity of the universe.

Location: The Lyric Field near Cargo Bar
Date: Saturday, April 25
Cost: FREE!
Daytime Observing: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Nighttime Observing: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm

International Astronomy Day is a celebration of the awe-inspiring and wondrous universe. People from all over the world come together to share their passion for astronomy and inspire others to explore the mysteries of the cosmos.

Telescopes will be available for daytime and nighttime observing. Advance registration is not required.

Hosted by Royal Astronomical Society of Canada – Winnipeg Centre as part of Assiniboine Park's Earth Day celebrations.
 

Leaf After Dark

Date: Wednesday, April 22
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Enjoy a relaxing adults-only atmosphere complete with live musical entertainment at The Leaf! This special Earth Day edition will feature singer, songwriter, guitarist and wildlife biologist Emily Thoroski (The Environmental Musician).

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Buckthorn Biodiversity Blitz

Bye-bye buckthorn! Join our mighty crew of community volunteers to help our local ecosystem by removing this invader. European Buckthorn is an invasive species harming native plant life and reducing our urban biodiversity.

Date: Saturday, May 2
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm (come and go!)
Location: Meet at the Nature Playground Parking Lot

Volunteers will work with the Park’s Forestry and Education teams to remove buckthorn, learn more about preventing the release of invasive species at home, and how to safeguard native plants.

Help restore a piece of Assiniboine Park habitat to buckthorn-free biodiverse beauty!

• Children must be accompanied by an adult. Recommended for ages six and up.
• Gloves and simple tools will be provided. Please wear sensible footwear with closed toes.
• Enjoy free snacks after pulling some buckthorn!

Advance registration is not required. Stop by our check-in station located at the Nature Playground parking lot to sign up and get started.

This Biodiversity Blitz is supported by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Party for the Planet program.