Cayman’s Inaugural EcoFest to Bring the Community Together for Climate Action, Conservation and Sustainability

On Saturday, 8 August 2026, the Rotary Central Cayman Islands Interact Club will proudly host EcoFest 2026, Cayman’s first dedicated climate and environmental festival.

Taking place from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at The ARC, Camana Bay, EcoFest will bring together environmental organisations, businesses, government agencies, schools, youth groups and members of the public for an afternoon of learning, connection and community action.

Held under the theme “Our Islands, Our Climate, Our Future,” the festival has been created to help residents better understand the environmental challenges facing Cayman, discover practical solutions and connect with the people already working to protect our islands.

Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of EcoFest’s sponsors, admission is completely free, ensuring that families, students and members of the community can attend without cost being a barrier.

Why EcoFest Matters

Cayman’s natural environment is central to our identity, economy and way of life, but it is changing.

As a low-lying Small Island Developing Nation, the Cayman Islands is especially vulnerable to rising sea levels, stronger storms, coastal erosion, coral bleaching, biodiversity loss and increasing pressure from waste and pollution.

Healthy coral reefs, mangroves and coastlines help protect our communities, support marine life and sustain our tourism economy. However, these ecosystems are increasingly affected by warming seas, coastal development and pollution.

The Cayman Islands also generates hundreds of tonnes of waste each year, while plastic pollution continues to threaten marine animals, seabirds and coastal habitats.

EcoFest was created to turn concern into action by showing the community that meaningful environmental change can begin with practical choices, stronger partnerships and local involvement. The event supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 13: Climate Action, SDG 15: Life on Land, and SDG 14: Life Below Water.

A Festival Designed to Inspire Action

EcoFest is more than an exhibition. It is a celebration of the environmental work already taking place across the Cayman Islands.

Visitors will have the opportunity to:

• Meet local environmental organisations and community leaders

• Explore interactive exhibits and sustainability initiatives

• Learn about renewable energy, conservation and greener lifestyles

• Discover eco-friendly businesses and products

• Participate in family-friendly activities

• Win raffle prizes

• Learn practical ways to reduce their environmental impact

The event is designed for people of all ages, from children learning about nature for the first time to adults seeking ways to make more sustainable choices at home, at school, at work and throughout the wider community.

Powered by an Incredible Community of Sponsors

The Rotary Central Cayman Islands Interact Club is proud to recognise the organisations whose generous support is making EcoFest possible.

Platinum Sponsor

Dart

Gold Sponsors

• Ministry of Health, Wellness and Environment

• Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. (CUC)

• Cayman Turtle Centre

Silver Sponsor

Greentech Solar

The Club also extends a huge thank-you to EcoFest’s raffle prize donors, including:

• Smoothie King

• Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park

• Divetech Grand Cayman

• Stream2Sea

• Mariner Surf Co.

• Caymanian Made

• And many more

Because of this tremendous support, the original admission fee has been fully waived, making EcoFest 2026 free for the entire community.

The generosity of these sponsors and donors is helping to make environmental education more accessible while supporting a youth-led event focused on Cayman’s long-term sustainability and resilience.

Bringing Cayman’s Environmental Community Together

One of the main goals of EcoFest is to bring the many organisations working in sustainability, conservation and environmental education together in one shared space.

Some of the organisations confirmed to attend include:

• National Trust for the Cayman Islands

• Island Cup Co.

• Cayman Kayaks

• AgriConnect Cayman

• Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. (CUC)

• Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment

• Protect Our Future Cayman

• EPIC RE CREATION

• Peace of Paradise

• Youth Action Cayman

These organisations represent only some of those expected to be in attendance, with additional exhibitors, vendors, community groups and partners continuing to join the festival.

An Event for the Entire Community

EcoFest is being led by the Rotary Central Cayman Islands Interact Club, a youth-led service organisation committed to leadership, community engagement and meaningful action.

The festival is intended to unite residents, families, students, businesses, government agencies and environmental groups around one shared goal: protecting Cayman’s natural environment for current and future generations.

Whether attendees are already deeply involved in environmental work or are simply curious to learn more, everyone is welcome at EcoFest.

Event Details

Event: EcoFest 2026

Date: Saturday, 8 August 2026

Time: 2:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Location: The ARC, Camana Bay

Admission: Free

Get Involved

Additional businesses, organisations and individuals are invited to support EcoFest.

To become a sponsor, make a donation, contribute a raffle prize or register for an exhibitor booth, please email rotarycentralinteract@gmail.com  or send a direct message on Instagram to @rotary_central_interact.

Together, we can build a cleaner, greener and more sustainable future for the Cayman Islands.