Earth Day Cleanup

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Date & Time

Saturday, April 17, 2027
9:30 am to noon

Event Description

This year’s cleanup takes place throughout the City of Minneapolis and is a collaboration between the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) and City of Minneapolis Solid Waste and Recycling.

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Event Information

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Interested in Becoming a Site Coordinator?

Earth Day Site Coordinators are often, but not always, neighborhood or community groups that volunteer to host a cleanup site in their area.

Site Coordinator Responsibilities:

Registering their site and promoting it within the community
Picking up supplies at MPRB Headquarters the week before the event
Staffing and overseeing the cleanup location during the event
Communicating any questions or concerns to MPRB staff
Return leftover supplies and signage to MPRB after the event

If you are interested in serving as a Site Coordinator for the 2027 Earth Day Cleanup on Saturday, April 17, please complete the 2027 Earth Day Cleanup Site Coordinator Application.

The deadline to apply is Sunday, February 28, 2027. Sites will be announced on Friday, March 12, 2027.

If you have any questions, please email earthday@minneapolisparks.org

Event Information

Earth Day Clean-Up – Join Us for the Largest Community Service Project in Minneapolis!

The Earth Day Cleanup is the largest community service event in Minneapolis, with multipole cleanup sites across the city. Since its inception in 2008, more than 27,000 residents have come together to remove over 185,000 pounds of waste.

The Earth Day Cleanup is a drop-in volunteer activity — no need to pre-register! Simply choose a clean-up site that works for you and arrive at 9:30 AM on Saturday, April 17, 2027. Each site will have a coordinator to check you in, distribute equipment, and provide instructions.

The clean-up wraps up at noon, so be sure to bring your enthusiasm and help us make a difference! Thank you for your commitment to cleaner greener parks!

2026 Earth Day Cleanup FAQ

The Earth Day Cleanup is the largest community service event in Minneapolis, featuring multiple sites across the city’s park system. Since its inception in 2008, over 27,000 residents have come together to remove more than 185,000 pounds of waste from the parks!

This is a drop-in volunteer activity, so there’s no need to pre-register. Simply choose a site that works for you and arrive at 9:30 am on Saturday, April 17, 2027. Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board staff or volunteers will provide bags and gloves at all Earth Day sites, and the City of Minneapolis Solid Waste and Recycling will properly dispose of all collected materials.

Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Expect to walk on grass or uneven surfaces and to bend down to pick up debris.

Bags and gloves will be provided, but feel free to bring any supplies that you’d like to use such as trash pickers or your own gloves. Be sure to bring water, snacks, and any other personal items you might need.

Parking will vary by location. Some parks have lots, and some offer street parking. Parking at MPRB meters and lots will be free until 1 pm on Saturday, April 17, 2027. Please ensure you are parked at an MPRB location. City of Minneapolis meters will still be enforced. View a map of MPRB parking facilities.

Absolutely! We do ask that children are accompanied by an adult.

Please do not touch any heavy, sharp, or potentially hazardous items. Each site coordinator will provide specific instructions. Volunteers are asked to take a picture of the item and note the location. Site coordinators will help volunteers submit this information to MPRB staff, who will address the issue.

You are welcome to volunteer for any amount of time that fits your schedule. We appreciate any time you can dedicate to the cleanup and are grateful for your help!

If you’re in the City of Minneapolis and want to host your own cleanup at any time of the year, the City of Minneapolis can help connect you with information and supplies.