UT's 2026 Hooked On Earth Month

Hooked on Earth Month with a smiling Earth holding up a Hook em

Earth Day is more than just a day—it’s a global movement to protect our planet and shape a sustainable future. Join us for the Hooked on Earth Day Fair on Wednesday, April 22nd, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM at Gregory Plaza & Speedway!

Join us to explore everyday ways to support a more sustainable campus and community. Connect with fellow Longhorns, discover sustainability initiatives, and learn how you can make an impact! 

🌱 Explore sustainability initiatives & green innovations
🍹 Sip on Solar-Powered Smoothies
🌎 Engage with student orgs, programs & local sustainability leaders

Earth Day is a reminder that small actions create big change—so come celebrate, learn, and take action toward a healthier planet for all!

But don't wait until Earth Day to celebrate - you can celebrate all month long at these campus sustainability events! We'll see you there!

Have an event to add? Email sustainability@austin.utexas.edu!

All Earth Month Events

ut energy week 2026
Event Status
Scheduled
Date and time: Tuesday April 7, 2026 - Friday April 10, 2026, All day
UT Energy Week is an annual event that connects students, researchers, faculty, energy professionals, and industry leaders across disciplines and sectors to build community, support energy literacy and education, facilitate strategic partnerships, and advance research.
UT Austin Resource Recovery
Event Status
Scheduled
Date and time: Friday April 10, 2026, 9:30 am - 10:15 am
Location:Zoom
This brief training equips event planners with the basics to reduce contamination and ensure successful composting at events. Completion is required for staff and faculty who want composting services.
UT Austin Resource Recovery
Event Status
Scheduled
Date and time: Friday April 10, 2026, 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Location:Zoom
This training equips staff and faculty with the basics to reduce contamination and successfully implement composting in their breakroom. Completion is required to become a Compost Champion.
Beyond STEM: Climate Careers Panel
Event Status
Scheduled
Date and time: Saturday April 18, 2026, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location:Virtual
Do you care about climate but haven't found a career path that feels right yet? This free national panel is for you.
hooked on earth day fair - happy earth giving a hook 'em
Event Status
Scheduled
Date and time: Wednesday April 22, 2026, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location:Speedway Mall near Gregory Gym and Jester
Earth Day is more than just a day—it’s a global movement to protect our planet and shape a sustainable future. Join us for the UT Earth Day Fair on Wednesday, April 22nd, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM at Gregory Plaza & Speedway!
Museum staff demonstrating interactive exhibit to a family of mother, daughter, and son.
Event Status
Scheduled
Date and time: Saturday April 25, 2026, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location:Texas Science & Natural History Museum
Every day is Earth Day at Texas Science & Natural History Museum! Celebrate the planet on Saturday, April 25 with several special hands-on activities. Dive into the dynamic world of tectonic plates, explore different rock types and the geological processes that have shaped our planet, and imagine a more sustainable Earth by transforming plastic waste into fabulous fashion designs (while supplies last). All activities take place from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. and are included with the purchase of museum admission. Join us at 3 p.m. at the end of Earth Day Celebration for a free demonstration by the UT Physics Circus, outside on the back patio! Buy Tickets Every day is Earth Day at Texas Science & Natural History Museum! Celebrate the planet on Saturday, April 25 with several special hands-on activities. Dive into the dynamic world of tectonic plates, explore different rock types and the geological processes that have shaped our planet, and imagine a more sustainable Earth by transforming plastic waste into fabulous fashion designs (while supplies last). All activities take place from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. and are included with the purchase of museum admission. Join us at 3 p.m. at the end of Earth Day Celebration for a free demonstration by the UT Physics Circus, outside on the back patio! Buy Tickets

Important Event Resources

Green Event Support for Student Organizations

Zero Waste Event Support for Staff & Faculty