Do you despise cars? Sick of them gumming up New York’s streets and polluting the air? Well, for one day only, you'll have the chance to gallivant around a mile-long stretch of Broadway without having to look both ways. From 9am to 3pm on the Saturday after Earth Day (Saturday, April 27), the city is making thirty blocks of Broadway between 42nd Street and 17th Streets completely car-free. The initiative, now in its fourth year, gives New Yorkers a chance to imagine a world that prioritizes pedestrians and cyclists over four-wheelers. During the event, a series of activations and performances will occupy six different rest stops:Times Square (42nd Street and Broadway), Garment (38th Street and Broadway), Herald Square (34th Street and Broadway), City Zone (26th Street and Broadway), Flatiron (23rd Street and Broadway), and Union Square (17th Street and Broadway). Throughout the entire stretch, city agencies and nonprofit groups will host a series of environmental programs that promote activism and provide education on things like climate change and sustainability. There are certainly plenty of ways to promote environmental awareness on Earth Day—but this event is likely the most entertaining.
Spring Fest at Arlo Blooms. Arlo Soho, West Village. Apr 20 2019-Apr 21 2019. Arlo Soho is raising the bar to help you lead your best #GardenParty life at its outdoor courtyard/garden dubbed Arlo Blooms. In honor of Earth Day, the hotel is hosting a free environmentally-focused festival and fundraiser during Earth Day weekend (which also coincides with Easter weekend and 4/20). During the fest, check out live music and DJ sets all day, eco-friendly shopping opportunities, CrafJam's flower crown workshops, as well as free sound bath meditations, Cryofuel facials (first come, first served) and more.
Buffalo Exchange's $1 Earth Day Sale. On Earth Day (April 20), popular thrift chain Buffalo Exchange is giving everyone an irresistible reason to go out and shop. The company will offer a wide selection of clothing and accessories for men and women for only $1 apiece. Most importantly, all the proceeds will be donated to The Humane Society of The United States' Animal Rescue Team in their efforts to rescue animals from natural disasters and abusive conditions. Not only will you feel good about giving back, but you can totally justify spending a couple extra dollars on sweet vintage wares and cool throwbacks. Just make sure to hit the ATM before you go—this annual blowout is cash only!
NYC DOT's Car-free Earth Day. Various locations, New York. Apr 27 2019. Do you despise cars? Sick of them gumming up New York’s streets and polluting the air? Well, for one day only, you'll have the chance to gallivant around a mile-long stretch of Broadway without having to look both ways. From 9am to 3pm on the Saturday after Earth Day (Saturday, April 27), the city is making thirty blocks of Broadway between 42nd Street and 17th Streets completely car-free. The initiative, now in its fourth year, gives New Yorkers a chance to imagine a world that prioritizes pedestrians and cyclists over four-wheelers. During the event, a series of activations and performances will occupy six different rest stops:Times Square (42nd