Every year on March 18, the world celebrates World Recycling Day to raise awareness of the value of recycling as a resource rather than a waste. The day aims to encourage people to think creatively and not waste when it comes to the items around us and to press international leaders to make recycling a worldwide concern.This day planner for Friday, March 18th, 2026 enables you to quickly see what's going on locally and globally. You can view a day planner for any given day by using the calendar on this page.