Get ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of Birrarung Riverfest's biggest community clean-up!

Join Riverfest Ambassador Sammy J, fellow river lovers and community groups for a fun-filled day helping care for the Birrarung. Whether you're on a boat on the river or travelling on foot, every piece of litter collected helps protect this incredible waterway for wildlife and future generations.

Come ready for a little friendly competition! There are prizes up for grabs for:

🏆 Best Dressed

🤪 Weirdest Piece of Rubbish Found

This is more than a clean-up, it's a celebration of community, nature and everything we love about the Birrarung.

Once the hard work is done, spread out your picnic rug, unpack your lunch and stay to enjoy a relaxed community picnic by the river. Or book a table for lunch at the iconic Fairfield Boathouse & Tea Gardens.

Swap stories, celebrate your efforts and soak up the Riverfest atmosphere.

Whether you're flying solo, bringing the family, rounding up your mates or joining as a community group, everyone is welcome. Together, let's show the Birrarung some love and prove that small actions really can make a big difference.

Please read the important safety information below before booking.

Let's make this the biggest Birrarung clean-up yet!

This event is proudly hosted by Yarra Riverkeeper Association, Up the Creek and Fairfield Boathouse & Tea Gardens.

Contact the host of The Big Birrarung Paddle with Sammy J