Join Us for the 31st Annual St. Johns River Celebration Cleanup on March 21, 2026
March 13, 2026
Come be part of one of Jacksonville’s longest-running volunteer traditions at the 31st Annual St. Johns River Celebration Cleanup on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Volunteers from across the community are invited to help remove litter and debris from parks, boat ramps, neighborhoods, and other sites throughout Duval County.
This annual cleanup is hosted by the City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful in partnership with the Florida Inland Navigation District, Surfing’s Evolution & Preservation Foundation, and the Florida Department of Transportation as part of the Keep America Beautiful Greatest American Cleanup.
Whether you are joining as an individual, with friends, family, coworkers, or a community group, there is a cleanup site near you and a place for everyone to pitch in. Cleanup times vary by location between 7 a.m. and 11 a.m., and pre-registration is not required. Participants must be 18 years old or accompanied by an adult. Trash bags and gloves will be provided, and community service certificates will be available for students.
After the cleanup, volunteers are invited to a celebration at the Riverside Arts Market, 715 Riverside Ave., from noon to 2 p.m. for refreshments and T-shirts while supplies last.
Volunteer Information
- Pre-registration is not required.
- Participants must be 18 years old or accompanied by an adult.
- Trash bags and gloves will be provided at cleanup locations.
- Community service certificates will be available for students.
Volunteer Appreciation Event
Following the cleanup, volunteers are invited to an appreciation event at the Riverside Arts Market, 715 Riverside Ave., for refreshments and T-shirts (while supplies last).
Appreciation event time: Noon to 2 p.m.
Cleanup Site Listings
Note: Locations and times are subject to change.
Arlington / Beaches
7 a.m. – 9 a.m.
- Atlantic Boulevard at the Ocean, 0 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach
- Beach Boulevard at the Ocean, 2 Oceanfront North, Jacksonville Beach
- Exchange Club Island (canoe/kayak required; meet at Arlington Road Boat Ramp, 513 Arlington Rd.)
8 a.m. – 10 a.m.
- 16th Avenue South at the Ocean, Jacksonville Beach
- Leonard Abess Park, 12743 Leonard Abess Blvd.
- Ed Austin Regional Park, 11751 McCormick Rd.
- Glynlea Park (meet at ball field), 6801 Altama Road
- Lonnie Wurn Boat Ramp / Ft. Caroline Club Park, 4131 Ferber Rd.
- Reddie Point Preserve, 4499 Yachtsman Way
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
- Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park, 500 Wonderwood Dr.
Exception: Volunteers must arrive before 9:30 a.m. to participate at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park.
Urban / Riverside Avondale / San Marco / Springfield
8 a.m. – 10 a.m.
- Fishweir Creek, Valencia Road and Yukon Street
- Five Points, 522 Park St.
- Sidney J. Gefen Park, 505 Alfred DuPont Pl.
- Southside Park, 1541 Hendricks Ave.
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
- Boone Park North, 3700 Park St.
- Boone Park South, 3725 Park St.
- Community Garden, 1513 Azalea Terrace
- Fishweir Park, 3925 Valencia Rd.
- John Gorrie Dog Park, 631 College St.
- Henry J. Klutho Park / South Springfield Disc Golf Course, 1200 Boulevard St.
- McCoys Creek, King Street and Heywood Dowling Drive
- Riverside Arts Market, 715 Park St.
- Riverside Park, 735 Park St.
- Willowbranch Park, 2870 Sydney St.
Southeast
8 a.m. – 10 a.m.
- John T. Lowe Boat Ramp at Goody’s Creek, 9020 San Jose Blvd.
- Mandarin Park (Mandarin Boat Ramp), 14780 Mandarin Rd.
- Pine Forest, 2174 Thomas Ct.
- Walter Jones Historical Park & County Dock Boat Ramp, 11964 Mandarin Rd.
Southwest
8 a.m. – 10 a.m.
- Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park, 7000 Roosevelt Blvd.
- Wayne B. Stevens Boat Ramp, 4555 Ortega Farms Blvd.
North
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
- Bert Maxwell Boat Ramp, 500 Maxwell Rd.
More Information
For more information, or to register as a site captain, call (904) 255-8276 or email KJB@coj.net.
Thank you to the St. Johns River Celebration Cleanup sponsors and partners for supporting this community effort.