Christmas Tree Recycling in Virginia Beach, VA
2 drop-off sites and curbside pickup last season.
Drop-off Sites
1 of 2 have no street address to show on the map.
| Site | Address | Hours | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Landfill & Resource Recovery Center The Landfill & Resource Recovery Center will be closed Jan. 1. | 1989 Jake Sears Road | Not listed | Directions |
| Virginia Aquarium East Parking Lot Drop-off during the E-Cycling event; the page gives no street address for the Aquarium. | Not listed | 9 a.m. to noon, Jan. 10, 2026 | Directions |
Curbside Pickup
Trees are collected as regular yard waste on the normal collection day; trees must be set curbside and free of stand, tinsel, lights and ornaments.
Nearby Cities With Drop-off Sites
| Norfolk, VA | 15 mi | 1 drop-off site |
Virginia Beach offers Christmas tree recycling this season. You can set your tree at the curb or take it to one of 2 drop-off sites. The fee is Free (E-Cycling event).
How Christmas Tree Pickup Works in Virginia Beach
Curbside pickup is available this season. Your tree is collected as regular yard waste on the normal collection day. Only trees from households are accepted. Ask the city for your collection day before you set your tree out.
Drop-off Sites in Virginia Beach
Trees can be dropped off at 2 sites in Virginia Beach. Check with the city for drop-off hours before you go, then choose the site closest to you.
- Virginia Aquarium East Parking Lot
- City Landfill & Resource Recovery Center
How to Get Your Tree Ready
- Remove stand, tinsel, lights and ornaments before curbside pickup.
- Remove stand, lights, ornaments and tinsel before bringing to the landfill.
- Trees must be bare, live-cut and donated from households.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tree Recycling Free in Virginia Beach?
Yes, tree recycling is free. It is offered as part of the E-Cycling event.
Does Virginia Beach Pick Up Christmas Trees at the Curb?
Yes. Trees are collected as regular yard waste on the normal collection day, and must be set curbside free of stand, tinsel, lights and ornaments.
Do I Need to Remove Decorations and the Stand?
Yes. Remove the stand, tinsel, lights and ornaments before curbside pickup or before bringing your tree to the landfill.
Sources
- virginiabeach.gov · Retrieved Oct 20, 2026