KAB Community Events

Keep Allen Beautiful (KAB) hosts a variety of community events each year that are designed to support KAB's environmental and beautification goals. Several events are hosted in conjunction with annual educational activities and often include opportunities for volunteers to participate in community beautification efforts.

These events are promoted through a variety of City communication channels including AllenNews.org. Visit the Stay Connected page for all the email subscription options for news and events or follow Keep Allen Beautiful on Twitter. Dates and event flyers are added to the information below several weeks prior to each event. Contact Education Specialist Josué Diaz at 214.509.4555 for event and volunteer information.
APRIL & NOVEMBER

Electronic Recycling Days


Keep Allen Beautiful and the City of Allen provide a safe, environmentally-responsible way for residents to dispose of unwanted or obsolete computers and small electronics twice a year at the Great American Cleanup in April and at Allen Recycles Day in November (see event details below). For more information on other electronic disposal and recycling options, visit our Electronics Recycling page.
APRIL

Earthfest


Earthfest is a community celebration of the great outdoors. This family-friendly event features hands-on environmental activities, nature walks, bird watching, wildlife presentations and more.
APRIL/MAY

Great American Cleanup


This is the largest cleanup event in Collin County! Residents can drop off computers, household goods, cardboard, shoes, eyeglasses, unwanted medicals and more. Items will be reused or recycled if possible. Paper shredding services also available.

City employees are available to help unload items. Middle and high school students who need volunteer hours are encouraged to participate. Follow Keep Allen Beautiful on Twitter for updates.
SEPTEMBER

Educator Expo


This event gives educators an opportunity to learn about the educational resources offered through the City of Allen and local partners. Educator Guide (PDF). See the Education and Outreach page for more information.                              
SEPTEMBER

National Planting Day


KAB and Allen Garden Club host Allen's National Planting Day. The event celebrates the value and power of native species in restoring ecological balance to the environment while creating greener, more beautiful communities. On this day residents are encouraged to make a special effort to plant native species at home and join a volunteer effort to beautify the community. Watch for details about this year's beautification project. Learn more by contacting Allen Garden Club.
  
SEPTEMBER/
NOVEMBER		 Trees for Allen
This annual event is an opportunity for residents to purchase trees best suited for the North Texas climate and soil type. Watch for an order form and additional information in your utility bill this fall.
  
 NOVEMBER

Allen Recycles Day


This annual event is an opportunity for resident to bring items for reuse or recycling to the City Hall parking lot. Participating organizations are available to help collect items. Middle and high school students are encouraged to earn volunteer hours by helping operate the event. As part of Allen Recycles Day, KAB holds a Recycled Art Contest for Allen ISD students grades K-12. Winners are recognized at a City Council meeting.