Detrash Portland: Earth Day Cleanup

Celebrate Earth Day by giving back to our beautiful city with a litter cleanup at Tom McCall Waterfront Park! We’ll kick off the event with volunteer check-in, a brief safety talk, and supply distribution before heading out to clean up along the waterfront. This is a great opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy the scenic views, and make a tangible impact on our local environment. Let’s honor Earth Day by keeping our city clean and green—join us in making a difference!

This event is part of our ongoing efforts to revitalize downtown through the Detrash Portland series. Each month, we focus on a different section of downtown, bringing people together to remove litter and make a visible impact.

Advanced Registration: Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot.

Meeting Location: We will be meeting nearby the fountain where the Saturday Market is. Look for the SOLVE signs!

Address: 2 NW Naito Parkway Portland, OR 97209 | Map Link

What to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts.

What's Provided: Vests, gloves, bags, and grabbers. Everything you need for a great event!

Restrooms: There are public restrooms available in the park.

Parking: There is street parking and paid lots available nearby.

Transit: Bus #20, as well as the MAX Red and Green lines.

Accessibility: This area is accessible for folks with mobility concerns.

Translation Services: There will not be a Spanish speaker present at this event.

Participant Age Guidelines: All Ages Welcome

Groups: If you'd like to register a group, please create a team first. For detailed instructions, review our Teams Guide.