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About This Location

Arlington County's Quincy Park Recycling Drop-Off Center stays open from dawn to 11 PM every day of the year—one of the most accessible public drop-off sites in Northern Virginia for cans, cardboard, glass, mixed paper, and plastics.

What this location Accepts

✓ Aluminum cans
✓ Cardboard (no size restrictions; flatten before placing)
✓ Glass bottles and jars
✓ Metal cans (food and beverage, rinsed)
✓ Mixed paper (magazines, newspapers, office paper, cardboard)
✓ Plastics

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Non-listed materials (only items specifically labeled in the bins are accepted)
✕ Contaminated or food-soiled containers (must be rinsed clean)
✕ Electronics / e-waste (see Arlington E-CARE program)
✕ Hazardous household materials
✕ Appliances

Programs & events

  • E-CARE (Electronics/Hazardous Materials) — Arlington County operates a separate E-CARE program for electronics, household hazardous materials, and items not accepted at the Quincy Park drop-off. Visit arlingtonva.us/E-CARE for locations and accepted items.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What hours is the Arlington Quincy Park Recycling Drop-Off open?

The facility is open every day from dawn to 11 PM, including weekends and holidays. It is unstaffed, so you can drop off at any time within those hours.

Can I drop off glass bottles at the Quincy Park drop-off?

Yes. Glass bottles and jars are accepted. Rinse them clean before placing in the designated glass bin.

Where do Arlington residents take electronics and hazardous household items?

The Quincy Park drop-off does not accept electronics or hazardous materials. Arlington County's E-CARE program handles those—visit arlingtonva.us/E-CARE for current schedule and accepted items.

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Contact & Location

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Arlington County Quincy Recycling Dropoff, Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201
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Arlington, Virginia

Opening Hours

Monday Dawn–11:00 PM
Tuesday Dawn–11:00 PM
Wednesday Dawn–11:00 PM
Thursday Dawn–11:00 PM
Friday Dawn–11:00 PM
Saturday Dawn–11:00 PM
Sunday Dawn–11:00 PM
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