Authored By: The Circuit Trails | April 13, 2026

Saturday, April 25, is Celebrate Trails Day, an annual springtime celebration of America’s trails that takes place on the fourth Saturday of April. Hosted by our partners at Rails to Trails Conservancy, it’s a day dedicated to inviting everyone outside to experience the paths that connect people, places and nature.

With over 420+ miles of multi-use trails across Greater Philadelphia and southern New Jersey, there are endless ways to explore the Circuit Trails network on Celebrate Trails Day – and every day after!

Momentum is building across the Circuit Trails network, with more connections bringing people closer to the outdoors and to each other. Celebrate Trails Day is a chance to recognize that growth, and to highlight our continued progress.

Circuit Trails Coalition members are hosting a wide range of events, from community festivals and bike rides to family friendly activities and nature experiences. Whether you are a regular trail user or exploring for the first time, there is something for everyone to enjoy #OnTheCircuit.

As you explore events happening across the region, consider taking one more step: make your voice heard. Reach out to your county’s local officials and share why trails are important where you live. Advocacy today helps ensure these spaces continue to grow tomorrow.

Capture your moments of celebration #OnTheCircuit and share them with us as part of our ongoing 500 Moments #OnTheCircuit campaign. Make sure to tag us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.

Find an event near you below to get outside and celebrate the Circuit Trails!

80s Celebrate Trails Day Event with Camden Greenways

When: Noon to 4 p.m.

Where: 500 North 30th Street, Camden, NJ 08105

Step back in time with a free, 80s-themed afternoon at Stockton Park. Throughout the day, DJ Chelsea Lee will provide a soundtrack for dance fitness classes, a bike obstacle course, a bike giveaway, a Double Dutch contest and a group walk.

Celebrate Trails Day at Cobbs Creek with We Walk PHL

When: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Where: Cobbs Creek Park, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Kick off Celebrate Trails Day with We Walk PHL! Enjoy a day full of free activities including horseback riding, birding, fishing, a book giveaway and more – while building momentum for the upcoming spring season.

Cobbs Creek Celebrate Trails Day

When: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Where: Cobbs Creek Pkwy and Thomas Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143

For the sixth year, Fairmount Park Conservancy, Clean Air Council, and Cobbs Creek Watershed Coalition will host Cobbs Creek Celebrate Trails Day! This free, family-friendly event kicks off with a We Walk PHL group walk along the paved portion of Cobbs Creek Trail. After, attendees can explore more than two dozen exhibitors offering games, activities, and opportunities to connect—plus share your ideas for the upcoming Little Nature Playgrounds along the trail.

Birds of a Feather: Art & Nature Festival at Tacony Creek Park

When: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Where: Whitaker Ave and Loudon St., Philadelphia, PA 19120

Celebrate trails and Earth Day with live mural painting, local artists, and hands-on activities for all ages! Enjoy hands on clay-making experience by The Clay Studio, food vendors, music, and walking through artist markets featuring handmade goods, clothing and more.

Earth Day Creek Clean-Up

When: 9 a.m. to noon

Where: 2RH4+3V, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Join Friends of the Wissahickon for their annual Creek Clean-Up, this year in celebration of both Earth Day and Celebrate Trails Day! They will meet at Ten Box and clean up litter along the south end of Wissahickon Creek, as well as along the bike bridges and paved path that runs parallel to Lincoln Drive from Forbidden Drive to Ridge Avenue.

Bike Gloucester County Ride and Film Screening

When: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where: 561 Clayton Rd, Williamstown, NJ 08094

Join Bike Gloucester County as they ride the Monroe Bike Trail to Glassboro, then to Pitman, and follow the route of the Dinosaur Trail to the Edelman Fossil Park & Museum.  There, they will watch a screening of the documentary “From Rails to Trails” in the Museum Theater before heading back!

Earth Day Tree Giveaway & Community Farmers Market

When: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Where: 800 Erie Street, Camden, NJ 08102

Enjoy an Earth Day community celebration hosted by the Neighborhood Collaborative Community Gardens. Stop by for a FREE tree giveaway, environmental education, fresh food, and youth activities. Plus, free parking is available!

Discover Pathways’ Spring Fair

When: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Where: FDR Park Boathouse, Philadelphia, PA 19145

Interested in learning more about cycling? YJR Outdoors is hosting a Pop-Up Bike Park and Learn to Ride program, giving kids a fun, supportive place to build skills, gain confidence, and enjoy riding in a safe, welcoming environment. The morning will also feature yoga, cooking demos with Vetri, Zumba, gardening, art, games, and more.

She Is Focused Community Events

She Is Focused is hosting three events to encourage people to explore, navigate, and strengthen their community along the local trail system. Check out the events they have planned:

When: 9 – 11 a.m.
Where: Blue Bell Park, 842 W Walnut Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Start your day with a 2.5-mile guided hike in the beautiful Wissahickon Valley Park. This hike is perfect for all experience levels and will move at an easy to moderate pace. Register here.

When: 2 – 4 p.m.
Where: Green Ribbon Trail & Preserve, Parkside Pl, North Wales, PA 19454

Join She Is Focused later in the day for a guided walk along the Green Ribbon Trail. This trail walk offers an opportunity to explore the area’s natural beauty while continuing to connect with others in the community. Register here.

When: 5:45 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at T, 8601 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19153

End your day with a refreshing 3.5-mile guided hike through the John Heinz Urban Wildlife Refuge. This hike is perfect for all experience levels and will move at an easy to moderate pace. Register here.

West Windsor Bicycle and Pedestrian Alliance Celebrate Trails Day

When: 10 a.m.

Where: 271 Clarksville Rd, West Windsor Township, NJ 08550

Celebrate Trails Day with the West Windsor Bicycle and Pedestrian Alliance on a special walk through Rogers Preserve! Enjoy a family-friendly, scenic walk through one of West Windsor’s preserved open spaces featuring a diverse range of vegetation—and maybe even spot remnants of the former Christmas tree farm.

Celebrate Trails Day with Partnership for Transportation

When: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: 64 E Lincoln Ave, Hatfield, PA 19440

Learn about plans to build the Liberty Bell Trail with Partnership for Transportation and Bike North Penn. Ride along existing sections of the Liberty Bell Trail from Upper Gwynedd to Hatfield and back, with a midway stop at the Trolley Stop in Hatfield. Riders will be welcomes with refreshments after.

Whitemarsh Township Day

When: Noon to 5 p.m.

Where: 201 E Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462

Celebrate Whitemarsh Township with a fun-filled day for the whole family! Enjoy local businesses and vendors, games, inflatables, a petting zoo, live music, food trucks, and more. Admission is free, but a wristband is required for games, rides and attractions. Purchase in advance for $20, through Friday, April 24 at 4:30 p.m., or grab one day-of for $25.