Earth Hour
Information on Earth Hour and related activities in South Ayrshire.
Earth Hour 2026
Hundreds of millions of people around the planet take part in WWF's Earth Hour every year and South Ayrshire Council is very proud to be part of this global event, which now takes place in 154 countries across all 7 continents.
The 60 minutes of darkness demonstrates support for people and wildlife threatened by the climate and ecological crisis. Connecting with nature has proven benefits for our mental and physical health and wellbeing. Why not switch off this Earth Hour and embrace nature around us.
This year Earth Hour will take place at 8.30pm local time on Saturday 28th March 2026.
The Council will join in by turning off the lights of some of our public buildings, monuments and statues such as the Wallace Tower, Stumpy Tower and Burns Statue.
Earth Hour Events
There are a number of events happening for Earth Hour to involve communities and staff. Details of these events will be posted on social media channels. Keep an eye on @SouthAyrshireRangerService on FB for more information.
- Families in nature - Join The Conservation Volunteers for a FREE hands-on workshop connecting you to Ayr's nature and biodiversity on the 28th March, 10:30am-12:30pm at the Carnegie Library, ayr. Booking is required at - www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/article/25507/What-s-on-in-libraries
- Film Night - Join Ayr Film Society on the 26th March at 7:15pm for FREE screenings of:
o The Bough breaks: rewilding for life
o On the red list
Find out more at: www.ayrfilmsociety.co.uk - Stepping Stones Launch - Hear how 12 communities in South Ayrshire are doing their bit to support nature on the 28th March 1pm - 4pm at Ayr town hall. This event is FREE but booking is essential, contact [email protected]
- Boro and Sashiko Techniques - Join Narture Studios in a sewing workshop focused on Japanese Boro and Sashiko techniques on the 28th March 1pm-4pm at 34 Newmarket Street, ayr. This event costs £45 and booking is essential at www.narture.co.uk/events
Keep an eye on this page for updates on events organised by South Ayrshire Council and our community partners.
