To celebrate Earth Hour this year, World Wildlife Fund (WWF) South Africa, in partnership with SANBI, is hosting their annual outdoor cinema in Johannesburg for both young and old on Saturday, 28 March 2026. Here’s what you need to know.
Film under the Stars for Earth Day 2026
There’s nothing quite like a film under the stars in the evening cool of the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden, and the WWF’s cinema night is bringing you just that.
This year’s film is the 2012 animation adaptation of a Dr. Seuss classic, The Lorax. The film is a heart-warming animated adventure with a powerful environmental message. It’s a story about standing up for nature and protecting the world we all share.
Settle back with friends and family for a movie and BYO evening picnic, or let one of the food trucks take care of the nibbles for you. Guests are also welcome to bring their own chairs and backrests along for a comfy screening.
What is Earth Hour?
Since it’s launch in Sydney in 2007, Earth Hour has emerged as the world’s largest grassroots environmental campaign and continues to shine the spotlight on issues of climate change, nature loss and the interrelated environmental pressures facing our planet. At its core, Earth Hour’s message is that every one of us has the power to make a positive impact on our planet.
In 2024, supporters in over 190 countries and territories will create the Biggest Hour for Earth, part of WWF’s efforts to turn a single Earth Hour into thousands and millions of hours of action and awareness. In doing so, the world’s largest grassroots environmental campaign will shine
‘The success of Earth Hour has always been its ability to inspire and support individuals to act and advocate for change,’ says Pedzi Gozo, Executive Manager of Strategic Communications at WWF South Africa. ‘Earth Hour shows that with cumulative efforts by governments, businesses and people, we can work together to counteract global biodiversity loss and climate change. We can all make a difference as long as we come together to take action, now more than ever.’
This year, everyone, anywhere is invited to give an hour for Earth doing something they love, based on their lifestyle interests. Whether it’s giving an hour through the realm of food, fitness and wellness, nature, creativity, entertainment, or sustainability, we want people to have fun and help the planet while they’re at it.
How to book your tickets
Cost: R100pp for adults, R50pp for kids (ages 4 to 18 years). Book via Webtickets
When: Saturday, 28 March 2026. Doors open at 4pm. Movie starts 30 mins after sunset
Where: Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden, Malcolm Rd, Poortview, Roodepoort
Website: wwf.org.za
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 021 657 6600
Facebook: @WWFSA
Instagram: @wwfsouthafrica
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