Reforest the Bluegrass is an urban tree planting festival (some say the biggest in the country!) Volunteers plant trees near streams and water bodies to improve “riparian buffers” which benefits our water quality. These efforts also improve our tree canopy, air quality, quality of life, and more!
Reforest the Bluegrass AT HOME (April 25) info below also!
2026 Event
Saturday, April 18 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Coldstream Park, 1850 Pisacano Dr.
Volunteers are needed from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to plant seedlings. Volunteers should dress for the weather, including shoes or boots that can get muddy and wet.
Reforest the Bluegrass is a great opportunity for families, religious groups, scout troops, and social organizations to participate in a public service event. Participants will be trained how to properly plant seedlings.
Planting trees in the community decreases the amount of storm water runoff, which reduces soil erosion and pollution in our waterways and may lessen the effects of flooding. Trees also provide habitats for the many birds in our beautiful state, with over 300 birds thriving in our humid subtropical climate.
Reforest the Bluegrass at HOME!
Because 69% of land in Fayette County is privately owned, we need landowners to plant and maintain trees too! Improving Lexington’s tree canopy will take effort from everyone. Reforest at Home is an event where we give away free tree saplings to homeowners in Fayette County.
Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Pick up Locations
Coolavin Park | 550 W. 6th St.
Jacobson Park (shelter 6) | 4001 Athens Boonesboro Road
Shillito Park (shelter 1 near the aquatic center) | 300 W. Reynolds Road