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Hendo Earth Fest, set for April 18, seeks volunteers

By Lightning Reports, Published: April 9, 2026

The fourth annual Hendo Earth Fest takes place 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, April 18, downtown Hendersonville featuring family-friendly activities for children of all ages and engaging musical acts. 

The city Environmental Sustainability Board and Caregivers of Mother Earth in partnership with Conserving Carolina and Blue Ridge Bicycle Club organized the event. Hendo Earth Fest will be centered on Main Street at the intersections of Barnwell Street, Allen Street, 1st Avenue and 2nd Avenue.

Local organizations and environmental champions will educate, entertain, and raise awareness of the need to protect our planet for future generations. At 10:30 a.m. opening remarks will be made from the Henderson County Visitor’s Center stage. 

Exhibitor highlights include Conserving Carolina, Food Connection, various city of Hendersonville boards and departments, an electric vehicle car show, and more. Visitors are encouraged to bike to the event where Blue Ridge Bicycle Club will be offering free, convenient bike checking services. 

The Hendo Earth Fest Subcommittee is seeking volunteers to assist for two-hour shifts during the event. Interested community members are requested to email Sarah Richards at sarahrichards127@yahoo.com to sign up.