Zach Scott Theatre - Shoreline - Keep Austin Beautiful Day 2026

Each April, in honor of Earth Month, Keep Austin Beautiful hosts Keep Austin Beautiful Day, a city-wide day of service spanning over one hundred sites in all ten city council districts in the greater Austin area.

During Keep Austin Beautiful Day, thousands of volunteers work together to remove litter, restore native habitats, and beautify neighborhoods. On Saturday, April 18, join us in caring for the beloved green spaces and waterways that make Austin so special for the 41st Annual Keep Austin Beautiful Day.

What to bring: Closed toe shoes, a FULL water bottle, and comfortable clothing. We will provide all tools and neoprene gloves - if you have your own gardening or work gloves or a preferred brand of bug spray you are invited to bring them. 

Where to park: Parking is available on site in lots and along W Riverside. 

Where we will begin: You will meet next to the Butler Shores Outdoor Calisthenics Gym. *Please note that the clean-up site will be located across from the Northside of Zach Theatre near W Riverside Dr.*

Youth Volunteers: All volunteers under the age of 18 must be registered by a parent or legal guardian. A parent or legal guardian must register and attend with the youth volunteer. Independent registrations submitted by minors are not permitted. 

A NOTE ON SAFETY: With all of our volunteer events, we encourage you to “See and Be Seen!” Be mindful of your fellow volunteers and maintain awareness of your surroundings at all times. Dial 911 in case of emergency.

Donate!

Keep Austin Beautiful is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that offers free resources for community cleanups, beautification projects, and K-12 sustainability education in Austin. We inspire and educate all Austinites to volunteer together, beautify green spaces, clean waterways, and reduce waste every day.

You can support Keep Austin Beautiful with a donation today!

Donate $20, receive a Keep Austin Beautiful bandana.

Donate $40, receive a Keep Austin Beautiful Stanley tumbler and sticker set; perfect for decorating your reusable water bottle and staying hydrated at a cleanup!

Donate $100, receive a limited-edition Lady Bird Lake print by Austin artist David Regone.

While supplies last. Pick up items at the Keep Austin Beautiful office during the week following Keep Austin Beautiful Day, April 20 – April 24 (Earth Week), between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM, or have the items shipped directly to your address. Choose option at checkout.

“Know Before You Go”

Before you head out, please keep the following in mind:

• Per Texas State Law, life jackets are required for everyone on a watercraft. For all children 13 and under the life jacket must be worn at all times. For more information on boater safety, please look to TPWD.
• Be aware that toxic algae blooms can occur in Lady Bird Lake. Whenever you're around natural bodies of water, remain vigilant.
• Recognize that zebra mussels are invasive and widespread in Texas waterways. Let us know if you see any zebra mussels during your volunteer activity. 
• Be able to identify poison ivy, oak, and sumac; identifying these plants is essential for a safe cleanup.
• Hydrate and take precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses. Consult this guide for tips on recognizing and addressing heat-related issues.
• For directions on where you are going for your cleanup - look at the Clean Lady Bird Lake Maps available!