Learn, Grow and Discover at These Green Fairs and Festivals

Find Educational and Entertainment Opportunities at These Eco Events

Wendy Roltgen
Green festivals and sustainable living fairs offer the perfect setting for beginning and expert environmentalists to stay up-to-date with new techniques, products and renewable energy trends. Over the years, green festivals have increased in numbers with options located in each region of the United States. Whether you are looking for ways to make your home more eco-friendly or want to find out more about environmental career opportunities, attending a green fair or festival allows you to learn more about eco-friendly options in one convenient location.

Midwest Renewable Energy Association Energy Fair

This green festival takes place in June each year and is held in Custer, Wisconsin. The Midwest Renewable Energy Association is dedicated to promoting renewable energy, sustainable living and energy efficiency. The green festival offers hands-on education for solar, wind, building techniques and more. Vendors are on-hand to provide attendees with more information

Green Festivals

Global Exchange and Green America team up to host several green festivals throughout the nation each year. In 2010, green festivals are held in Seattle, Washington DC, San Francisco and Chicago. Each event focuses on sustainability and environmental topics. Attendees have the opportunity to listen to industry leaders and authors, participate in how-to workshops and shop in eco-friendly marketplace.

Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Fair

Take in the scenery while learning about ways to achieve your eco-friendly living objectives at the Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Fair held in Fort Collins, Colorado each September. This green fair features something for young and old. Listen to world-renowned speaker, participate in a workshop or enjoy some live entertainment.

Southwest Build-IT-Green Expo and Conference

This green festival is held in Phoenix, Arizona each April. The expo provides attendees with a way to learn more about living green, solar power, water efficiency, LEED certification, sustainable building practices and more.

Go Green Expo - Ecolife

Individuals living near and around Atlanta can take part in the unique Atlanta eco-lifestyle event held at the Atlantic Station in September. The event caters to everyone with a broad range of exhibits. Attendees can learn about innovative technologies, eco-friendly products and new ways to help make a difference. Family fun activities and educational entertainment are on-hand to keep attendees engaged and learning.

Green Today Expos

Held in Syracuse, New York and Las Vegas the Green Today Expo caters to businesses and consumers. Speakers, book signings and interactive exhibits are on-hand to provide attendees with a fun, educational experience.

If you're looking for a quick way to learn about the latest building techniques, eco-friendly products and learn about renewable energy, check out any of these green festivals or watch for one sponsored by a local electric company or environmental organization.

Published by Wendy Roltgen

An experienced freelance writer specializing in web copy, catalog copy, direct mail, sales and marketing literature, training manuals, and newsletters.  View profile

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