Join the National Cleanup Day on March 21 and help make your municipality cleaner
On March 21, 2026, citizens across the Netherlands are invited to participate in National Cleanup Day. Grab a litter picker, join your neighbors, and contribute to a cleaner environment—registration closes March 18. Free materials and refreshments provided!
| Key Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Event Date | March 21, 2026 |
| Registration Deadline | March 18, 2026 |
| Material Pickup Times | March 16 (13:00–16:00), March 20 (8:30–12:00), March 21 (8:30–09:30) |
| Gathering Time | 11:45 AM at the town hall for snacks and drinks |
| Materials Available | Grabbers, bag holders |
| How to Participate | Register via the municipality’s website; indicate number of participants |
| Volunteer Program | Become a ZAPper (Litter Picker) by registering online |
Municipalities across the Netherlands play a key role in organizing community-driven initiatives like National Cleanup Day. They provide logistical support, materials, and coordination to encourage citizen participation in environmental efforts.
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A lot of hard work happens behind the scenes. Good coffee is more than welcome :)
Read the full translated article below
National Cleanup Day March 21
On Saturday, March 21, 2026, we will participate in the National Cleanup Day. During this day, we will jointly pick up litter and make our municipality a bit cleaner. Will you join us?
Registration
Register by March 18 via and indicate how many adults and children you will bring. If you need materials, such as grabbers or bag holders, please indicate this as well. These materials can be picked up at the town hall at the following times:
- Monday, March 16: 13.00 – 16.00
- Friday, March 20: 8.30 – 12.00
- Saturday, March 21: 8.30 – 09.30
The materials can also be returned to the town hall. On March 21, you can freely "channel surf" in your own neighborhood or at hotspots. The filled trash bags can be returned to the town hall after the event. At 11:45 AM, we will gather at the town hall for a snack and a drink.
Become a ZAPper
Not yet a ZAPper (Litter Picker), but would like to be? Register now.