From Friday to Sunday, the Earth Festival will take place at the Budapest Zoo, where visitors can enjoy feeding sessions, animal presentations, and animal training.
Organized in celebration of Earth Day, the three-day festival offers a rich programme of activities and experiences related to environmental and nature conservation. With the first day of the Earth Festival kicking off the peak season for animal presentations, feeding sessions, and animal training, the zoo and its partner organizations are ready to welcome children and families with diverse offerings.
On Friday, the focus will primarily be on educational groups with nine stations, while on Saturday and Sunday, families can explore seventeen stations. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about wildlife rescue work, zoopedagogy, plant identification, and participate in craft activities.
Various partner organizations of the Zoo will also be present at the festival. The Hungarian Society for Environmental Education will set up a sustainability playhouse, the Youth Section of the Hungarian Ornithological and Nature Conservation Society (MME) will introduce the Bird-Friendly Garden programme, while its Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Group will showcase the world of Hungarian reptiles and amphibians. The Herman Ottó Institute will provide insights into the Eurasian Lynx, while the Soil Science Institute and the Hungarian Soil Science Society will discuss the importance of soil. The Pangea Cultural and Environmental Association will bring an interactive nature conservation station to the festival. Additionally, there will be an Eco-Worm Playhouse and stations focusing on composting, meteorology, and air quality protection.
During the Earth Festival, another programme series will also kick off, offering daily animal training sessions, feeding demonstrations, and animal presentations throughout the peak season until early autumn. Highlights include sea lion training, penguin and anteater feeding demonstrations, and even an elephant school. These programmes will be held at scheduled times announced in advance by zoo staff, allowing visitors to plan ahead which programme they would like to attend.
What Is Earth Day?
Earth Day, observed annually on 22 April, stands as a testament to the global commitment to environmental protection and sustainability. Its inception in 1970 marked a pivotal moment in history, igniting a wave of activism and consciousness about environmental issues.
Since its inception, Earth Day has evolved into a global phenomenon, observed by over 190 countries. Each year, communities around the world come together to organize clean-up events, tree plantings, educational initiatives, and advocacy campaigns to address pressing environmental challenges.
The theme of Earth Day has expanded over the years to encompass a wide range of environmental issues, including climate change, deforestation, biodiversity loss, and plastic pollution. It serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of humanity and the natural world, urging individuals, governments, and corporations to take collective action to protect the planet for future generations.
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