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Christmas Tree Recycling in Richmond, VA

Last Season, 2025–26Last checked Oct 29, 2026

2 drop-off sites and curbside pickup last season.

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2drop-off sites
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Drop-off Sites

SiteAddressHoursDirections
1710 Robin Hood Road (Bring One for the Chipper event site)
Drop-off on the day of the event or before it; if dropping off before the event, place the tree in the designated area. No trees accepted after 2 p.m. on January 17, 2026.		1710 Robin Hood Road (23220)Saturday, January 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Directions
East Richmond Road Convenience Center (ERRCC)
Trees dropped off here, like curbside trees, will be recycled.		3800 East Richmond Road7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on SaturdayDirections

Curbside Pickup

Set the tree beside your recycle cart with no lights or decorations. The bulk and brush team (not CVWMA) collects it on your regular recycle collection day or during the week. Curbside collection runs through Thursday, January 15 (2026).

Richmond offers Christmas tree recycling this season, with curbside pickup and drop-off sites. You can set your tree at the curb or take it to a drop-off site. No charge for Christmas tree recycling.

How Christmas Tree Pickup Works in Richmond

Curbside pickup is open to city residents only. The city's bulk and brush crew collects trees on your regular recycling day or during that week. yes

Drop-off Sites in Richmond

Richmond has 2 drop-off sites that take Christmas trees. You can use either site listed below.

  • 1710 Robin Hood Road (Bring One for the Chipper event site)
  • East Richmond Road Convenience Center (ERRCC)

How to Get Your Tree Ready

  • Remove all lights and decorations from the tree before recycling.

Frequently Asked Questions

When Can I Recycle My Christmas Tree in Richmond?

Curbside collection runs through Set the tree beside your recycle cart with no lights or decorations. The bulk and brush team (not CVWMA) collects it on your regular recycle collection day or during the week. Curbside collection runs through Thursday, January 15 (2026).

Is Tree Recycling Free in Richmond?

Yes. There is no charge for Christmas tree recycling.

Does Richmond Pick Up Christmas Trees at the Curb?

Yes. Set the tree beside your recycle cart with no lights or decorations. The bulk and brush team collects it on your regular recycle day or during the week.

Do I Need to Remove Decorations and the Stand?

Yes. Remove all lights and decorations from the tree before you recycle it.

Do I Need to Live in Richmond to Drop Off a Tree?

Yes. Tree drop-off is for Richmond residents only.

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