It’s time for the Martinez Beaver Festival, now in its 17th year! Come enjoy a day of free, family-friendly fun and explore the beaver’s remarkable impact on our community and environment. There’s something for everyone:

• Giant beaver skull display
• 1500-gallon traveling aquarium
• 18-piece jazz band
• Children’s parade
• Live raptor, owl, and bat demonstrations
• Award-winning chalk artist

Discover Why Beavers Matter

This is the original beaver festival that inspired similar events across the country, as well as books and films about why beavers matter. See for yourself why beavers are truly “Worth A Dam.” And why we care so much about them! Curious? At the festival, you’ll discover:

• How beavers help turn streams into long-lasting carbon sinks, helping fight climate change.
• Why scientists call beavers “nature’s ecosystem engineers.”
• How beaver wetlands offer safe havens for wildlife and help landscapes recover even after wildfires—earning them the playful nickname “Smokey the Beaver.”
• Surprising connections between beaver wetlands, pollinators, and a buzzing, fluttering world of bees and butterflies.
• The many ways beavers support river life, water quality, and healthy habitats.
• How beavers fit into North America’s climate action efforts.

Come explore hands-on displays and friendly talks that bring these fascinating facts to life!

Swing by our 350 Contra Costa booth to say hello, meet our team, and learn about the latest climate action happening in Martinez and nearby neighborhoods. You’ll find fun facts about beavers, get inspired by citizen science and urban wildlife, and see how our community is working together to tackle drought, fire, and climate change—all in a friendly, festive setting.

We’d love to see you there! Bring your questions, your curiosity, and your beaver spirit!