International Coastal Cleanup
The International Coastal Cleanup, started by Ocean Conservancy, sees volunteers clear rubbish from beaches and waterways on the third Saturday of September.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- UAE and Gulf (not marked)
- International
About the day
The International Coastal Cleanup is held annually on the third Saturday of September. It was started by Ocean Conservancy, which runs it with volunteer groups around the world, and the 2026 cleanup took place on 19 September.
Volunteers remove rubbish and marine debris from shorelines and waterways. Ocean Conservancy says more than 19 million volunteers have taken part and more than 400 million pounds of rubbish have been collected.
The day suits outdoor and water sports brands, packaging and drinks companies, coastal tourism, employers running volunteer days and environmental charities.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday 18 September 2027 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Saturday 16 September 2028 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | Saturday 15 September 2029 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
Sectors this day suits
Types of business that could link their activity to this day.
- Outdoor and water sports
- Packaging
- Food and drink
- Coastal tourism
- Employers and volunteering
- Environmental charities
Questions and answers
When is International Coastal Cleanup 2027?
International Coastal Cleanup 2027 is on Saturday 18 September 2027. The date follows the same rule every year.
Who organises International Coastal Cleanup?
International Coastal Cleanup is organised by Ocean Conservancy.
Where is International Coastal Cleanup marked?
International Coastal Cleanup is marked in the UK and the USA, and internationally.
Where do these details come from?
We checked these details against three sources, including Ocean Conservancy: International Coastal Cleanup. They were last checked on 28 October 2026.
Where this information comes from
- Ocean Conservancy: International Coastal Cleanup
- UF/IFAS Extension Miami-Dade: 2019 International Coastal Cleanup
- Action News Jax: Volunteers invited to help clean up First Coast shorelines Sept. 19
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