Carrboro Day, Earth Day and Open Streets April 19

Carrboro, North Carolina, will celebrate Earth Day, Carrboro Day, and Open Streets on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

This combined celebration will bring people together for an afternoon of eco-friendly activities and outdoor fun. Enjoy a car-free Weaver Street as downtown Carrboro transforms into vibrant spaces for cycling, walking, and exploring green initiatives.

Music & Dancing at Town Hall

• 12:15 p.m. – Honey Magpie
• 1:15 p.m. – Tim Smith
• 2:15 p.m. – Takiri Folclor
• 3 p.m. – Wake Moody
• Poetry readings will take place between musical and dance performances.

Poetry at Town Hall

Featuring a dynamic lineup of local voices, including Carrboro’s newly appointed Poet Laureate:

• 12:05 p.m. – Dr. Amanda Bennett, Carrboro Poet Laureate
• 1:05 p.m. – Matt G. Taylor, local Carrboro poet
• 2:05 p.m. – Gemella Marey Punongbayan, Carrboro High School student
• 2:50 p.m. – Vickie Fornville & Vianna Fornville (mother/daughter duo)

Family-Friendly Activities & Art Experiences

• The Scrap Exchange will host hands-on crafting using recycled and reusable materials, inspiring creativity and environmental awareness.
• Emerson Waldorf School will lead eco-friendly children’s activities along West Weaver Street.
• Face painting will be available at Town Hall (gazebo) and along West Weaver Street.
• Artist Tarish Pipkins (Jeghetto) will guide participants in creating a collaborative community mural—everyone is invited to contribute!

Special Presentation (Town Hall Chambers)

• 2 p.m. – Richard Ellington presents “Carrboro Goes to War”