Event Volunteer - KBGA End of Summer Litter Pick Up Day!

On Saturday, September 13th, please join volunteers from Knox County Master Gardeners, Native Plant Rescue, and Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum for a litter pick-up on the streets surrounding the Knoxville Botanical Garden. The event base will be located at the Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum at 2743 Wimpole Avenue.

  • Time: Saturday, Sept 13th, 2025, 9:00 AM to noon
  • Location: Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum, 2743 Wimpole Avenue
  • Parking: The sign-in table and parking will be across the street from the Martha Ashe Garden on Wimpole Avenue.

Keep Knoxville Beautiful will provide the following equipment:
• Litter Pickers
• Gloves
• Safety Vests
• Trash Bags


We recommend wearing long pants and all volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes. Please bring your own sunscreen, bug protection, and water.


We welcome people of any age who wish to lend a helping hand. After the pick-up take a walk through the Botanical Garden and enjoy the late summer flowers and transition to fall! There is no admission fee at the Botanical Garden. Parking is free.