Saturday, October 26th, 2 to 5pm
The Walnut Creek Climate March is back! After a five-year hiatus, we are thrilled to invite you to join us in a powerful demonstration of community, solidarity, and commitment to addressing climate change. This event is a unique opportunity to come together, raise awareness, and take meaningful steps towards a sustainable future.
Where and When
On Saturday, October 26th, we will be meeting at 2 pm at the gazebo in Civic Park, at the corner of Civic Drive and Broadway.
See Google Maps Route
Why Participate?
Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time, and it requires collective action. By participating in the Climate March, you will:
- Help educate and build awareness about the impacts of climate change.
- Strengthen community bonds with fellow participants and local organizations.
- Foster a sense of solidarity and collective purpose in the fight against climate change.
Get Involved!
We need your support to make this event a success. Whether you are an individual, a family, or a representative of an organization, your presence matters. Join us in marching, volunteering, or simply spreading the word. Together, we can make a difference.
You can also collaborate by:
Participating Organizations
- Sustainable Walnut Creek (SWC)
- Contra Costa MoveOn
- Elders Climate Action
- Sustainable Contra Costa (SCOCO)
- Interfaith Climate Action Network (ICAN)
- Mt. Diablo Unitarian Universalist Church – Climate Justice Team (MDUUC-CJT)
- Third Act SF Bay Area
- Citizens’ Climate Lobby CCC
- Sustainable Rossmoor
Background on Walnut Creek’s Climate Marches
The first Climate March took place as a part of Walnut Creek’s Twilight Parade in 2019. Participants marched with banners, electric and hybrid cars from the Electric Caravan, and bikers walking with their bikes.
After the 2019 Twilight Parade, the Walnut Festival Association decided to discontinue the parade. The organizations involved in the Climate March were:
- Sustainable Walnut Creek (SWC)
- Mt. Diablo Unitarian Universalist Church – Climate Justice Team (MDUUC-CJT)
- Sustainable Contra Costa (SCOCO)
- Elders Climate Action Network
- The Interfaith Council of Contra Costa
These organizations believe that five years without a Climate March is too long, and 2024 is the right time to resume this important event.
Purpose
The Climate March aims to:
- Continue educating and building awareness about climate change
- Strengthen community bonds among participants and local organizations
- Foster a sense of solidarity and collective purpose around climate change
Event Sponsors
- Marin Clean Energy (MCE): mcecleanenergy.org
- US Bank: usbank.com