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National Clean Up Your Pantry Day

Time to declutter and organize your pantry with National Clean Up Your Pantry Day! Say goodbye to expired items and hello to a more functional space.

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April 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEApril 11

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYLifestyle

SUBCATEGORYOrganization

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to roll up your sleeves and declutter your pantry on April 11 for National Clean Up Your Pantry Day! This day was created in 2015 by author, blogger, and nutritionist Laura Fuentes as a way to encourage people to get rid of expired or unwanted items in their pantries and make room for healthier food options. It's the perfect opportunity to not only organize your pantry but also discover hidden treasures and try out new recipes with forgotten ingredients. So let's celebrate this day by giving our pantries some much-needed TLC and making our kitchens a little bit more organized and nutritious!

TIMELINE

National Clean Up Your Pantry Day Timeline

Establishment of the Day

Laura Fuentes, author and blogger, established National Clean Up Your Pantry Day to encourage healthier food options and pantry decluttering.

Recognition and Support Grows

National Clean Up Your Pantry Day gains more recognition and support from nutritionists and organization enthusiasts worldwide.

Increased Media Attention

The holiday receives increased attention through TV segments, articles, and social media campaigns emphasizing the importance of an organized pantry.

Collaboration with Food Banks

National Clean Up Your Pantry Day partnered with local food banks to encourage donating non-perishable and unexpired foods during pantry cleanouts.

COVID-19 Pandemic Impact

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the holiday emphasized responsible food storage and waste reduction considering higher home cooking rates.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Clean Up Your Pantry Day

Declutter and Donate

Start by going through your pantry and getting rid of any non-perishable items that are expired or that you know you won't use. Then, donate them to a local food bank or shelter to help those in need.

CREATE

Create a Meal Plan

Take inventory of what you have in your pantry and plan meals around those items. This will not only help you use up what you have, but it will also save you money on groceries for the week.

ORGANIZE

Organize Your Pantry

Take this opportunity to reorganize your pantry. Group similar items together, label containers, and use bins or shelves to maximize space. This will make it easier to find things and keep your pantry clean and clutter-free in the future.

TRY

Try a New Recipe

Challenge yourself to use some of the forgotten items in your pantry by trying out a new recipe. Who knows, you may discover a new favorite dish!

HOST

Host a Pantry Swap

Gather some friends and have a pantry swap! Everyone can bring non-perishable items they no longer want or need, and trade with each other. This is a fun and free way to refresh your pantry and try new foods.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Clean Up Your Pantry Day

You might discover new recipes or meal ideas

As you clean out your pantry, you may come across ingredients that you forgot about or didn't know you had. This could inspire you to try new recipes or get creative with meal ideas. Plus, having an organized pantry makes it easier to see what you have available and plan meals accordingly.

It promotes organization and cleanliness

National Clean Up Your Pantry Day is a great reminder to declutter and organize your pantry space. By getting rid of expired items, reorganizing your shelves, and wiping down surfaces, you can create a more functional and efficient pantry that will make meal prep easier.

It helps reduce food waste

Cleaning out your pantry can also help reduce food waste. When we have a cluttered pantry, it's easy for items to get pushed to the back and forgotten about. By organizing and taking inventory of what you have, you can use up items before they expire and avoid wasting food.