Great Tulsa Clean-Up Adds Route 66 Sites for Centennial

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Tulsa's annual Great Tulsa Clean-Up is underway, with organizers adding 17 sites along the iconic Route 66 corridor to the month-long effort to clear litter and debris from public spaces across the city. The clean-up runs through April 30 and volunteers are still needed to join the initiative.

Why it matters

The Great Tulsa Clean-Up is a longstanding annual event that brings the community together to beautify the city. This year's expansion to include Route 66 sites is particularly meaningful as Tulsa celebrates the 100th anniversary of the historic highway that runs through the heart of the city.

The details

The Great Tulsa Clean-Up has added 17 sites along Route 66 to the month-long initiative, which encourages residents and community groups to volunteer their time to pick up litter and clear debris from public areas. Organizers are still seeking more volunteers to join the clean-up efforts before the program concludes on April 30.

• The Great Tulsa Clean-Up runs through April 30, 2026.
• The Route 66 centennial celebration in Tulsa is taking place this year.

What’s next

Volunteers can sign up to participate in the Great Tulsa Clean-Up through the event's website before the program concludes on April 30.