Zeeland residents invited to join Zero Waste Week with hands-on workshops in Tholen
From April 20-26, Zeeland’s Zero Waste Week offers residents and visitors practical ways to reduce waste through workshops, tours, and reuse activities in Tholen. Discover how small changes can save money and inspire a sustainable lifestyle—registration is open now.
| Key Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Zeeland Zero Waste Week |
| Dates | April 20–26, 2026 |
| Location | Tholen and five other Zeeland municipalities (Goes, Reimerswaal, Borsele, Kapelle, Noord-Beveland) |
| Organizer | Stichting Zero Waste Nederland in collaboration with local partners |
| Workshops & Activities | Reuse parties, DIY shelves, clothing upcycling, zero-waste walking tours, film screenings, and more |
| Registration | Required for some workshops; full program at www.zerowasteweek.nl/zeeland |
| Special Note | Donations of sewing supplies accepted at Kantje Boord in Tholen all week |
The municipality of Tholen, along with other Zeeland municipalities, plays a supportive role in promoting sustainable living by facilitating local initiatives like Zero Waste Week. These efforts align with broader national goals to reduce waste and encourage mindful resource use among citizens.
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Tholen Hosts the Zeeland Zero Waste Week
Join activities from April 20 to 26 via www.zerowasteweek.nl/zeeland (Links to an external website)
From April 20 to 26, 2026, the Zeeland Zero Waste Week will take place. In Zeeland, six municipalities along the Oosterschelde, including the municipality of Tholen, are joining forces to show residents and visitors how easy it is to reduce waste. The full program is now available at www.zerowasteweek.nl/zeeland (Links to an external website). Click on the Tholen location to view activities in our municipality. For workshops with limited availability, advance registration is recommended.
With the Zero Waste Week, residents and visitors will discover that waste-free living is practical, enjoyable, cost-saving, and inspiring. Thanks to hands-on workshops and activities, everyone can easily get started.
Activities in Our Municipality
During the Zero Waste Week, several activities have been organized in our municipality:
- Saturday, April 18, from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM, Salvation Army Loods 3 in Sint-Maartensdijk, 10 Years of Loods 3: A Party Full of Reuse!
- Tuesday, April 21, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, Salvation Army Loods 3, Sint-Maartensdijk, Workshop: Make Your Own Shelf
- Tuesday, April 21, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Jeugdhonk De Kelder, Customize Your Clothes and Sneakers! (Ages 8+)
- Tuesday, April 21, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM, Parking Lot Markt, Tholen, Zero Waste Walking Tour Tholen
- Wednesday, April 22, from 1:15 PM to 2:45 PM, Salvation Army Loods 3, Sint-Maartensdijk, Film & Discussion: Underground Junior (Ages 6+)
- Thursday, April 23, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM, De Vlinderbloem, Craft Café: Give Your Clothes a Second Life!
- Friday, April 24, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, Kringloop 2e Kans Stalland, Make a Mini Flag Line from Scraps
- Friday, April 24, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Kraampje van Wisse, From Apple to Vinegar Workshop with Tour
- Call: Donate excess sewing supplies to Kantje Boord in Tholen, all week from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
About the Zeeland Zero Waste Week
The Zeeland Zero Waste Week is organized by Stichting Zero Waste Nederland in collaboration with local entrepreneurs, resident initiatives, and six Zeeland municipalities along the Oosterschelde: Goes, Tholen, Reimerswaal, Borsele, Kapelle, and Noord-Beveland. This week focuses on waste reduction, reuse, and mindful use of resources. The Zero Waste Week is part of a national initiative that supports municipalities in promoting a waste-free lifestyle.