On June 28, 2008 and June 27, 2009, Earth Day LA worked with the Venice Chamber of Commerce to present the first Venice Eco-Fest, which presented to an estimated 25,000 attendees, over 100 booths, children's interactive music and art exhibits, and a solar-powered stage that presented quality music and special ballet performances. Speakers included Ed Begley, Jr., Councilmember Bill Rosendahl, actress Angelica Houston, internationally-known activist John Quigley, and more.

The Kids' Explor-o-Rama performers included: Ron the Singing Dino guy, Baharmony poetry and stories for kids, the Laughing Guru, Bohemian Exchange, Brian Travis Band, and Gemini's Joyology for Kids.

Here's what people are saying about the Venice Eco-Fest:

"The Venice Eco-Fest is an event that raises eco-awareness, empowers solutions to our environmental crises, and moves people to take positive action."
- Ed Begley, Jr., Actor, Environmentalist, Participant in Venice Eco-Fest

"The Venice Neighborhood Council believes that Venice Eco-Fest 2009 will continue to be a great annual community event that emphasizes and inspires: community; environmental education; awareness of conscious consumerism; environmental responsibility; green-enterprise; and the arts."
- Mike Newhouse, President, Venice Neighborhood Council, Sponsor

"As a Venice resident myself, I applaud the organizers of the Venice Eco-Fest for fostering community and showcasing and supporting the work of local businesses and organizations that are ecologically friendly…. Our sustainable future is in the hands of everyday citizens who can make choices today that will move governments and businesses to make the large-scale changes that scientists agree are needed for a safe and healthy planet."
- Andy Lipkis, President, TreePeople (among the largest independent environmental organizations in California)

"The Venice Eco-Fest is designed to promote the business community in Venice and the goals of green commerce. It has proven to be a very positive and educational celebration of community in the very heart of Venice's visitor and business center along the Boardwalk…"
- Alex Rosales, President, Venice Chamber of Commerce, Sponsor

"We are pleased to bring so many family oriented exhibits and activities to Earth Day, because kids can encourage parents to buy environmentally friendly products, which reduces pollution and global warming, making a healthier future for all of us."
- Jim Stewart, PhD, Organizing Director, Earth Day Los Angeles