Every spring, Ashland comes alive—not just with blossoms and sunshine—but with the shared purpose of making our town a cleaner, healthier, and more beautiful place to live. The Annual Town-Wide Cleanup Event has become a beloved tradition, rallying citizens, businesses, youth organizations, and community groups to roll up their sleeves and make a difference.

This year’s cleanup promises to be bigger and better than ever, with participation from every corner of our town. The event invites individuals and families to join forces with local businesses, schools, and organizations in tackling litter, improving public spaces, and promoting environmental stewardship.

A Day of Collective Action

Set for Saturday May 3rd, the event begins bright and early. From 9am to noon at Ashland’s Stone Park Pavilion, where volunteers come to gather to pick up supplies—gloves and bags. From some of  bustling main streets to trails and parks, teams of citizens, businesses, youth groups, and community organizations fan out across Ashland, transforming neighborhoods, public spaces and natural areas into cleaner, greener spaces. 

Making It a Weekend of Impact

Every year, the Annual Town-Wide Cleanup extends the entire weekend, giving everyone the chance to participate on their own schedule. From Saturday morning to Sunday evening, volunteers can join the effort at their convenience, ensuring that every corner of Ashland gets the attention it deserves.To make the cleanup process even more convenient during the weekend-long effort, participants can leave their filled trash bags near their cleanup areas to be picked up by Ashland’s DPW team.

Why It Matters

The Town-Wide Cleanup is more than just picking up trash; it’s a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when we come together. By participating, volunteers contribute to a healthier environment, improved public spaces, and a stronger sense of community. Businesses that sponsor or join the effort demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and local pride. Youth organizations and schools use the opportunity to instill values of responsibility and teamwork in the next generation.

Get Involved!

Whether you’re an individual ready to make a difference, a local business eager to represent at the event, or a community group looking for a meaningful way to give back—there’s a role for everyone. 

The event’s very quick and easy online registration is open from April 21st to April 30th. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1n7A_DoVmcVH5QT5B0nrZ4PIm2mmtvwALiAMM9RgxvKE/preview

If you miss the online registration timeframe, you can always walk in and sign up the day of the event.

The Annual Town-Wide Cleanup is proof that small actions lead to big change—and that when we work as one, there’s nothing we can’t accomplish. So grab your gloves, invite your friends, and join in celebrating our town and our planet. Let’s make this year’s event one to remember! Together, we can ensure that Ashland stays beautiful for years to come.

Their website has more details on the annual one day event, as well as our “adopt-a-street” initiative. www.greenupashland.org or email them at [email protected]