In celebration of Earth Day, Vestar, is spotlighting both its longstanding sustainability efforts and a series of community-centered events and activations designed to inspire more conscious living across its Valley properties this spring.

• At Desert Ridge Marketplace, guests can engage with sustainability through both interactive art and environmental action. In conjunction with Earth Day, the property is installing “Powered by Nature,” a spring and summer overhang art installation created in partnership with Impact Plan Art Design and Bloom and Blueprint. Made with recycled materials, the floral display features vintage bicycles, cascading blooms and greenery to reflect how small, conscious choices can create lasting impact.
• At Tempe Marketplace, Earth Month programming will spotlight sustainability through fashion, creativity and eco-conscious shopping. On Saturday, April 18 from 6 to 9 p.m., the property will host the reFABRICate Fashion Show, showcasing repurposed denim looks designed by local creatives, students and teachers at FABRIC, the nonprofit ecosystem for fashion entrepreneurs. The event highlights how secondhand materials can be transformed into fashion-forward designs while giving Arizona makers and emerging talent a platform to share their work. Runway seats are $15, while standing room is free. Tickets are available at humanitix.com/refabricate2026.

New this year, Tempe Marketplace will also host its first-ever Eco Pop 2026 on Wednesday, April 22 from 4 to 8 p.m., adding an eco-friendly pop-up experience that invites guests to explore sustainability-minded vendors and products in a lively, open-air setting. Visit tempemarketplace.com/ecopop/ for more information.

• At Scottsdale Quarter, Earth Day will be marked by an installation designed to encourage more thoughtful consumption and everyday environmental responsibility. The centerpiece is an oversized shopping bag planter made from upcycled materials and filled with plants from the property’s xeriscape landscaping. After the display concludes, the plants will be returned to the landscaping, ensuring each element continues to serve a purpose.

On Earth Day, April 22, guests visiting Scottsdale Quarter can also take home complimentary wildflower seeds to plant, extending the celebration beyond their visit and encouraging small actions that support local ecosystems. Throughout the month, Scottsdale Quarter will also spotlight sustainability initiatives from its retailers, from denim recycling programs to the use of upcycled materials and eco-conscious fashion practices, making it easier for guests to shop with purpose.