​The City of Kings Mountain, in partnership with the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail, Presenting Sponsor Albemarle Corporation and Metal Recycling Services, will celebrate the 55th Anniversary of Earth Day by hosting an Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 18th, 2026.

​Various community organizations and vendors will provide free activities. LIVE zoo animals from Circle M Livestock and Safari Park will pay a visit. Some very cool dinosaur friends and Woody the Owl will be there, too.  Other attractions include a Drum Circle, Woodworking, Food Vendors, Live Encampments, and a Music Jamboree by the Dancing Fleas.

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​Make plans to help release 200 Painted Lady butterflies back into their natural habitat. This activity supports the national and environmental cause to save our pollinators.

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​Extra parking is available across the street from the trailhead and along Quarry Road. Come out to celebrate our beautiful earth and enjoy a walk on the trail!