10 Fun Earth Hour Activities + Eco-Friendly Gifts
This year, Earth Hour will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2025, between 8:30 pm and 9:30 pm in your local time zone. The event is celebrated worldwide annually, encouraging individuals, households, and businesses to turn off their non-essential lights for one hour as a symbol of their commitment to the planet.
As you unplug for Earth Hour, take the opportunity to talk to your kids about the global significance of this initiative. Use the time and try some fun activities in the dark!
Everyone can make a difference, so get your kids involved! No lights? They'll think that's really cool!
Here are 10 ideas to get you started:
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Tell or read stories. Grab a flashlight and some blankets and tell stories in the living room. Whether fact or fiction, these cozy storytelling moments will be a hit.
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Play board games by candlelight. Be careful with the candles, and enjoy an old-fashioned game night.
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Have a flashlight scavenger hunt. Hide small objects around the house and challenge everyone to find them using flashlights.
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Take a night walk (do this every year). Experience the peacefulness of your neighborhood, listen to nighttime sounds, and enjoy the fresh air.
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Make shadow (stay tune for a brand new Danna Bananas' new gift 😉) puppets. Use a flashlight and your hands to create fun shapes on the wall.
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Enjoy a night-time picnic. Prepare snacks in advance and set up a blanket in the living room or backyard for a unique dining experience.
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Stargaze. If the sky is clear, grab a telescope or binoculars and explore the stars, planets, and constellations.
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Camp indoors or in the backyard. Pitch a tent, roll out sleeping bags, and tell stories while roasting marshmallows (if indoors, use the oven!).
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Play glow-in-the-dark games. Use glow sticks or glow-in-the-dark paint to make fun games like ring toss or bowling.
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Tell spooky stories. Create a thrilling atmosphere by sharing ghost stories in the dark.
Find out more about the Earth Hour initiative at www.earthhour.org.
A Few eco-friendly gifts from Danna Bananas:
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Reusable Beeswax Wraps – A fun and eco-friendly alternative to plastic wrap.
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I'm Saving the Planet - What Are You Doing Shopper – In case anybody didn't know, you are a green freak. 😄 :)
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For Good - Snack Pack Travel Sized Reusable Cutlery and Case - Because single-use plastic is so last season, and your snacks deserve better travel companions!
Unplug for an hour and let the fun begin!
Happy Earth Hour! 🌍💡
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