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Searching for “free paper shredding events near me in 2025?” Here’s a list by region!
Cleaning out the office in 2025?
If you have some stacks of paperwork you’d like to shred, but don’t feel like doing it yourself, there are many free shredding events open to the public!
These events most often take place in the spring (which is a perfect time to do a little cleaning in the New Year) and fall.
To help you find an event near you, we compiled a list of shredding events by state and region that have already been announced for 2025! Be sure to bookmark this post as we’ll update as more dates are added.
When searching for ‘free shredding events near me’, here’s what to look for:
- For general paper shredding near me, search local government websites.
- For free paper shredding for seniors near me, search various senior organizations like AARP.
- Search local nonprofits as some paper shredding events are hosted by or benefit nonprofits like the Ronald McDonald House.
- The Better Business Bureau often hosts these events so check their website for any local events.
- Always check with credit unions, banks, and other financial institutions as they regularly host free recycling events.
- Many shred events take place outside public libraries so make sure to check the website for one near you for any upcoming events.
- Some shredding events are hosted by or benefit environmental groups so search for “recycle events”, “community shred days”, and “shred event near me”.
If you try to search this way, chances are you’ll find at least a few events in your area!
Searching for free paper shredding events in 2025? Here are a few events broken down by region and state:
Free Paper Shredding Events Near Me in the Northeast for 2025:
Connecticut
Delaware
Find more events in Delaware by browsing the Delaware Solid Waste Authority calendar.
District of Columbia
- Where: Washington, D.C. – RFK Stadium Lot 3
When: Feb. 1st, March 6th, April 19th, June 19th, Aug. 23rd, and September 18th, 2025. Times vary by day from 8 AM or 10 PM until 2 PM.
Information: Bring hazardous household waste, electronics, and papers to be shredded. See the government website for instructions and a list of dates.
Massachusetts
New Jersey
- Many other counties – like Hudson, Union, and Somerset are participating in free shred events in 2025. Search your county website for locations near you!
New York
Pennsylvania
- Where: Multiple MCT Locations in PA
When: Saturdays in 2025 between 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Information: Limit 5 banker’s boxes worth of material (no businesses). Sensitive documents with private information only.
Virginia
- Where: Arlington, VA – Earth Products Yard
When: First Saturday of every month in 2025 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. (*If 3-day holiday weekend, shred event is held the following Saturday).
Information: For Arlington County residents only. Limit of 2 boxes. No catalogs or magazines. See their website for a full list of dates and regulations.
West Virginia
Free Paper Shredding Events Near Me in the Southeast for 2025:
Alabama
- Where: Dothan, AL – Solomon Chevrolet
When: January 18th, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Information: This free recycling event includes electronics and paper. No limit is noted, but be sure to read more details on their website.
Arkansas
- Where: Little Rock, AR – Little Rock Zoo
When: March 1st, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Information: These are free drive-thru event where you can bring in documents for shredding and other recyclable goods. It’s free to the public. Visit the event website for more information.
Florida
- Where: Palm Beach, FL – Amici Market Parking Lot
When: March 7th, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Information: Residents and small businesses can bring up to 5 boxes per vehicle. No registration is required. Paper, electronics, battery, and medication disposal are all accepted. Check the website for more details.
Georgia
- Where: Rome, GA – Rome-Floyd Recycling Center
When: Mondays – Wednesdays in 2025 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Information: Call ahead if bringing more than 3-4 file boxes. Paper must be loose – no file folders, sleeves, binder clips, or rubber bands. Check the website for additional information.
Kentucky
- Where: Lexington, KY – Old Landfill Pad
When: April 26th, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Information: Fayette County residents may bring up to 5 boxes or bags of material to be shredded at no cost. Shred-it, a division of Stericycle, securely destroys documents on-site.
North Carolina
- Where: Cary, NC – Multiple Town Facilities
When: Any day of the week in 2025 at town facilities
Information: Cary residents can bring in papers to be shredded any day of the week. See the website for locations and hours.
South Carolina
- Where: Greenville, SC – Public Works Campus
When: April 19th & November 15th, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Information: There is a limit of 3 boxes or bags per person. The event goes until the trucks are full. Up to 10 electronics per person can also be recycled. See their website for more information.
Tennessee
- Where: Williamson County, TN – Williamson County Recycling Center
When: Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday in 2025 from 8:00 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Information: As of 9/1/24 Williamson County Recycling will offer free self-service shredding to the residents of Williamson County. View more details and video about self-service on their website. Commercial shredding is offered at a cost.
Free Paper Shredding Events Near Me in the Southwest for 2025:
Arizona
- Where: Tucson, AZ – Various Locations
When: Jan. 11th, Feb. 8th, Mar. 8th, Apr. 12th, May 10th, Sept. 13th, Oct. 11th, Nov. 8th, & Dec. 13th, 2025 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Information: Various household hazard waste & paper for shredding accepted at all events. See their website for more details.
- Where: Phoenix, AZ – Various Locations
When: Jan. 11th, Feb. 15th, Mar. 15th, & Apr. 5th, 2025 from 7 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Information: This drive-thru event is hosted by the non-profit Keep Phoenix Beautiful. Expect wait times. Bring up to 5 boxes per vehicle. Head to their website for more details.
California
- Where: Manhattan Beach, CA – Mira Costa High School Parking Lot
When: April 26th, June 21st, Aug. 2nd, & Oct. 18th, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Information: Drive-thru-only event. Households & businesses can bring a maximum of 3 boxes of documents. First come first served basis. The recycling truck will leave once the truck is full.
Colorado
- Where: Longmont, CO – Green Girl Recycling
When: Feb. 1st, Mar. 1st, Apr. 5th, May 3rd, Jun. 7th, Jul. 12th, Aug. 2nd, Sept. 6th, Oct. 4th, Nov. 1st, Dec. 6th, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Information: Every single month, the City of Longmont hosts a free shredding event. Must be Longmont residents only. Maximum of 3 regular file size boxes. The event is not for businesses.
Hawaii
- Check back in the Spring of 2025!
- Can’t wait? Shred Nations in Honolulu will shred your documents for 99¢ a pound.
Nevada
Oklahoma
Texas
- Where: Houston, TX – Vanish Document Shredding
When: Wednesdays & Fridays from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Information: No appointment is necessary. No limit for shredding. Free shredding for large commercial by appointment.
- Where: Fort Worth TX – Multiple Drop-Off Centers
When: Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. & Saturdays from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Information: The City of Fort Worth is providing shredding services. You may bring up to 3 boxes at a time and no more than 6 boxes in a 30 day period. See their website for drop-off locations and instructions.
- Where: Seabrook, TX – Bay Elementary Parking Lot
When: January 15th, 2025 from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Information: This free event is for City of Seabrook residents only. Each vehicle can bring up to 4 boxes. Head to their website for more details and information.
Utah
Free Paper Shredding Events Near Me in the Northwest for 2025:
Alaska
- Free shred events for Alaska are typically held in the spring and summer. In the meantime, check the @shredalaskainc and/or @officialalaskastatefair for 2025 events.
- Can’t wait? Shred Nations has several locations throughout Alaska and will shred your documents for $1 a pound.
Idaho
Washington
- Where: Washington State – Multiple Locations
When: Apr. 5th, 12th, & 19th and May 3rd, 10th, & 17th, and June 8th & 28th, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (or until truck is full)
Information: Pierce County is hosting several free events. See the Pierce County website for a list of dates and locations.
- Where: Vancouver, WA – Multiple Locations
When: Feb. 8th, Mar. 29th, Apr. 12th, Jun, 14th, & Oct. 11th, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (or until the truck is full)
Information: LeMay Mobile Shredding & Destruction is hosting a series of free fall shred events in the Vancouver area. See their website for more information.
Free Paper Shredding Events Near Me in the Midwest for 2025:
Indiana
Iowa
- Where: Marion, IA – FSB’s Marion Branch
When: May 16th & September 12th, 2025 from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Information: This is a drive-through event. Bring no more than two 2 bags of documents per person. Check their website for additional details.
Michigan
Minnesota
- Where: Fridley, MN – Fridley City Hall
When: March 8th, May 10th, July 12th, September 13th, & November 8th, 2025 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Information: Limit of 4 boxes. Visit their website for a full list of what is acceptable to bring.
Missouri
- Where: Multiple MO Locations & Events
When: Various January, February, & March dates for 2025. Times Vary by event.
Information: Head to the Free Paper Shredding Event page for details and more information on 2025 events.
Nebraska
- Where: Kearney, NE – Trius Federal Credit Union Kearney Branch
When: Feb. 6th, Mar. 6th, Apr. 3rd, May 1st, Jun. 26th, Jul. 24th, Aug. 21st, Sept. 18th, Oct. 16th, & Nov. 13th, 2025 (call branch for hours).
Information: Head to the Trius Branch website for more details.
Ohio
- Where: Dublin, OH – Fleet Complex
When: April 5th, 2025 from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Information: Limit of 5 boxes. Each box must weigh no more than 50 lbs. See their website for more instructions.
- Where: Cleveland, OH – 5600 Carnegie Ave.
When: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Information: Cleveland residents get free, year-round shredding services. Call (216) 664-3717 for more information.
South Dakota
- Where: Sioux Falls, SD – Various Locations
When: April 26th, 2025 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Information: This is a touchless event. Suggested donation is $5 per box. See their website for additional information and details.
Wisconsin
This is just a small amount of the free paper shredding events happening around the country! Do you know of an event that’s not on our list? Share it with us!
About the writer:
Sara is a self-taught blogger & photographer and brings 9+ years of experience to her craft. Her work has been featured in numerous esteemed publications, spanning building, travel, and fashion. Beyond her creative pursuits, Sara’s primary mission is to empower others to embrace a toxic-free & sustainable lifestyle.
