Encinitas CA— EcoFest Encinitas, an annual one-day event dedicated to spreading awareness of and inspiring eco-sustainability, today announced this year’s event takes place on September 26, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Cottonwood Creek Park located at 95 N Vulcan Ave. in Encinitas. Today, EcoFest is inviting green businesses or organizations, including food trucks, to exhibit their products and services at this year’s fair. EcoFest is also calling for volunteers to help support the event.
EcoFest expects to attract approximately 1500 attendees and host about 50 exhibitors and vendors, including local businesses, government agencies, and environmental agencies, including the local Rotary and EcoRotary clubs, Sierra Club, the Encinitas 101 Mainstreet Association, the San Diego Library system, and others. Green businesses in North County that wish to become an exhibitor, food vendors and volunteers can go online to register at: www.EcoFestEncinitas.net or contact John Gjata at (760)535-1845 for more information.
Hosted by the City of Encinitas, EcoFest is sponsored by San Diego Community Power, EDCO Waste and Recycling Services, San Diego Gas & Electric, and the Leichtag Foundation. This volunteer-driven event is designed to encourage environmental awareness and inspire attendees to adopt eco-friendly practices that help them save money and the planet. The event highlights eco-friendly products, services, and practices by the City of Encinitas, eco-friendly organizations, businesses, schools, and individuals living in North County, San Diego.
The free family-oriented event aims to educate and entertain while showcasing Cottonwood Creek Park, developed with sustainability in mind. Activities include a recycled art activity, poetry, art, music, project displays by local school districts, bike rodeo, and more. Electric vehicles will be on display, a bike valet will offer secure bike parking for attendees, and electric bike test rides will be available. The event will be rounded out with food, music, and a libations lounge.
“After a series of delays due to Covid-10, we are beyond thrilled that we can gather again this year,” said John Gjata, event chair, EcoFest. “We are proud to give businesses a platform to showcase their sustainable solutions, inspire and educate attendees to live an eco-friendlier lifestyle, and save money while helping the planet.”
About EcoFest
Founded in 2005, EcoFest is the longest-running environmental fair in North County, San Diego, founded by local environmental activist Bob Nanniga. The annual volunteer-run festival is a free family-friendly one-day event featuring local green businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, and schools. EcoFeset is hosted by the City of Encinitas and sponsored by San Diego Community Power, EDCO Waste and Recycling Services, San Diego Gas & Electric, and the Leichtag Foundation. For more information, visit: www.EcoFestEncinitas.net