WorldBeat's 34th Annual Global Earth Day Festival

Start: Sunday, April 19, 2026 11:00AM
End: Sunday, April 19, 2026 6:00PM

Featured Artists Kabaka Pyramid – Grammy Award Winner Jamaican artist Kabaka Pyramid is one of the leading voices in modern roots reggae, known for blending reggae and hip-hop with powerful messages of cultural pride, social justice, and conscious living. His Grammy-winning album “The Kalling,” produced by Damian Marley, has helped carry forward the legacy of roots reggae to a new generation. Kabaka Pyramid’s music uplifts themes of unity, empowerment, and respect for the Earth. The Stinkfoot Orchestra The Stinkfoot Orchestra is a dynamic 14-piece ensemble dedicated to performing the music of legendary composer Frank Zappa. Featuring a full horn section and powerhouse musicians, the band recreates Zappa’s complex and genre-defying compositions with precision, humor, and energy. Their performances celebrate musical innovation across rock, jazz, funk, and experimental traditions. Additional performances by Mariea Antoinette, Sol Remedy, and Junkyard Dance Crew. Cultural Showcases Japanese Taiko Drumming – San Diego Taiko Hip Hop Dance – Junkyard Dance Crew West African Drum & Dance Middle Eastern Drum & Dance Brazilian Samba – Super Sonic Samba Native American Blessing & Drumming – Tim Red Bird and the Red Warriors Earth Poetry – Jonnierenee Nia Nelson Supported in part by a grant from Poets & Writers Earth Day Keynote Speaker Kemi Pavlocak – Beekeeper, Entrepreneur, Educator Kemi Pavlocak is the founder of Savage Bee-ches, a San Diego–based honey company and educational platform dedicated to protecting pollinators. Through beekeeping, workshops, and community education, she teaches the critical role bees play in sustaining biodiversity and our global food systems. Her work highlights the importance of protecting native habitats so native bees and other pollinators can thrive. Ethnobotany Sanctuary Garden Activities Community Seed Swap Morning Bird Walk Guided Garden Tours Wellness and Healing Modalities with Local Practitioners Children’s Earth Art & Craft Activities Festival Highlights All-Vegetarian Food Court Multicultural and Wellness Vendors Environmental Information Booths from Local Organizations and Coalitions Free community event. All ages welcome.