Pond dipping is just one of the activities on offer

The free event is designed to engage with the local community in tackling climate change and getting involved with local groups active in the sustainability space.

Organised by Falkirk Council and a number of local groups, the festival will feature a variety of family-friendly activities, interactive stalls, and hands-on experiences.

Visitors will have the chance to enjoy a fun and educational day out.

Festival Highlights:

• Energy and climate change stall: learn more about energy use and climate change through interactive displays and discussions. Visitors will be encouraged to think about their energy consumption and ways to make their homes more energy efficient.
• Sustainable transport: lead cycle rides around Helix Park. Book your space here.
• Nature walks and pond dipping: In collaboration with Forth Environment Links (FEL) and The Conservation Volunteers (TCV), attendees can join nature walks and participate in pond dipping. These activities aim to highlight the importance of preserving natural habitats. To book your space visit this Eventbrite page.
• Litter lotto and recycling tours: Waste management will be a key theme at the festival, with visitors encouraged to sign up to "Litter Lotto" promoting recycling and litter reduction with a chance to win cash prizes each month. Additionally, tours of the local Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) will take place during the week, providing an inside look at how recycling is managed in the community. To book a place visit this Eventbrite page.

Councillor Bryan Deakin, spokesperson for Climate Change said:

“The Falkirk Climate Festival is a fantastic opportunity for our communities to come together and take meaningful steps towards a more sustainable future. By participating in these events, we can all learn more about how to reduce our impact on the environment and contribute to the fight against climate change.”