Earth Day is observed annually on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection. In 2026, Earth Day falls on a Wednesday. To mark the occasion the City of Gulf Shores will hold several events educating about, and celebrating the local environment.

The Gulf Shores Recreation & Cultural Affairs department invites the community to enjoy a week of engaging, educational, and wellness‐focused events celebrating the natural beauty of our coastal home.

𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗲𝗿𝗮 𝗨𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 – 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭𝟲

10:30 a.m. at the Gulf Shores Public Library

Kick off the festivities with a family‐friendly Storytime all about caring for our environment through interactive stories and activities.

𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 – 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟮

Join a special presentation by Nickie Cobb, Urban Regional Extension Agent with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Her program, “Alabama’s Wonders and How We Can Help,” highlights our state’s natural beauty and offers simple, meaningful ways to protect local ecosystems — plus hands‐on components!

𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗼’𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 – 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟮

Start the day with peaceful sunrise yoga overlooking the lagoon, then enjoy an afternoon filled with:

• Live music

• Eco‐friendly vendors

• Hands‐on activities

• Sustainability demonstrations

Connect with community members, local organizations, and environmental advocates for a memorable Earth Day celebration! You can obtain more Earth Day information HERE.