Awareness Environment
Plastic Free July
A global challenge running through July that invites people to cut down on single-use plastic at home, work and school.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserPlastic Free Foundation
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held2011
About the day
Plastic Free July is run by the Plastic Free Foundation, a charity based in Western Australia. It began in 2011 with a small local government team in Perth and now has participants worldwide, including across the UK.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 1 to 31 July 2027 | UK, USA, International, Australia | Same date every year |
| 2028 | 1 to 31 July 2028 | UK, USA, International, Australia | Same date every year |
| 2029 | 1 to 31 July 2029 | UK, USA, International, Australia | Same date every year |
Where this information comes from
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