Washington, DC will hold one of the largest Earth Day gatherings in U.S. history, a major day - long event on the National Mall to rally support for renewable energy, responsible sustainable consumption, and the creation of a green economy based on green jobs. More than fifty non-profits, government agencies and businesses will participate in Earth Day 2009 with educational displays at the Eco Roadshow. The event, sponsored by Earth Day Network, will feature music, entertainment, speakers and environmental activities. Simultaneous free events will be held in New York City, Boston, Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Austin, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle.
Earth Day Entertainment on the National Mall
FLAMING LIPS, MOE, LOS LOBOS, DJ SPOOKY, Howard University Drum Line, Urban Impact – Joy of Motion dance troupe, and other major acts, Chevy Chase, Matthew Modine, Rep. Ed Markey, Kathleen Rogers of Earth Day Network, Steve Thomas from This Old House, Majora Carter, Philippe Cousteau and more.Location
Exhibitors will be located between 4th and 14th Streets. See a map of the National Mall. The closest Metro Stations are Smithsonian, Archives and L' Enfant Plaza.Official Website
www.greenapplemusicfestival.comSee more Earth Day events and projects around the Washington, DC region
