We want to THANK YOU for your support and participation in the Climate Rally and March on Saturday, October 26 at Civic Park in Walnut Creek. Thanks to your efforts, we came together as a community to raise awareness and celebrate the positive actions being taken in Walnut Creek to combat climate change.
Your dedication and passion for environmental advocacy were felt by everyone who attended. To our sponsors, your generous support made this event possible, allowing us to create a powerful day of awareness and celebration. To our speakers, thank you for sharing your insights, stories, and calls to action; your voices inspired and reminded us of the power we hold collectively. To our musical performers, your contributions added energy and joy, making the event memorable and uplifting. And to the organizations and volunteers who brought everything together, your commitment to the cause shined through in every detail.
We would like to extend a special thank you to our Sustainable Leaders in Action (SLIA) group. SLIA’s passion for climate action and dedication to mobilizing young people inspired all of us and brought a fresh perspective that enriched the event. Your team’s enthusiasm and hard work behind the scenes and on the front lines truly made a difference, and we’re grateful for your invaluable partnership in this important cause. Thank you, SLIA, for being such an inspiring part of our community’s journey toward sustainability!
Thank you all once again for your invaluable contributions. Together, we’re making a difference for our community and our planet 
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Here are some pictures of the Rally and March.
Saturday, October 26th, 2 to 4pm
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
Join us on Saturday, October 26th. We will meet at 2 p.m. at the gazebo in Civic Park, at the corner of Civic Drive and Broadway, and have an exciting rally followed by a march around WC downtown.
Marchers will pause at the intersection of Mt. Diablo Blvd. and N. Main St., occupying all four corners for 5-10 minutes. During this time, we will celebrate with music, chants, and plenty of energy, while displaying banners and signs. Videos and photos will be taken to capture the moment. This vibrant demonstration will help raise awareness and visibility for Climate Action.
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:
Sponsors
Participating Organizations
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- 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
- White Pony Express
- The Climate Reality Project
- Planet Renu
- APAPA
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:
- Celebrate achievements from local organizations and indivuduals
- 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
Sustainable Walnut Creek is a project of Sustainable Contra Costa. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, SCOCO does not endorse specific political candidates; however, we have no issue promoting policies. We avoid endorsing candidates to ensure we stay focused on our vision of a celebratory climate action theme.