FREE Paper Shredding Events in 2025 (Many Dates Already Announced!)

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.

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Searching for free paper shredding events in 2025? Here are a few events broken down by region and state:

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Free Paper Shredding Events Near Me in the Northeast for 2025:

Connecticut

• Where: Various Connecticut Cities
  When: April 12th & 26th, May 3rd & 17th, Sept. 27th, and Oct. 25th, 2025.
  Information: See the full list for locations, times, and instructions.

Delaware

• Where: Newark, DE – Newark Recycling Center
  When: The 1st Monday of every month in 2025 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
  Information: On the first Monday of every month, residents can bring up to 2 boxes of paper to be shredded for free.

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

• Where: Lexington, MA –  Lexington Composting Facility
  When: May 17th & June 21st, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Information: Bring paper products. Boxes & containers will not be returned. See the website for instructions and other details.

New Jersey

• Where: Bergen, NJ – Bergen Community College & Bergen County Campgaw Mountain Reservation
  When: April 13th & Aug. 9th, 2025 (college) & June 14th & Oct. 5th, 2025 (reservation) from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  Information: Limit of 4 bags or boxes of documents weighing no more than 10 lbs. each. Read their site for more information and details.

• 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

• Where: Morningside & Manhattanville, NY – Multiple Campuses
  When: July 9-11, 2025 & November 20-21, 2025
  Information: No limit noted. No cars are allowed on campus. Head to their site for more information and details.

Pennsylvania

• Where: Berks County, PA – Governor Mifflin Intermediate School
  When: April 19th, 2025 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Information: Pre-registration required. 5 boxes per vehicle. All paper materials must be in cardboard boxes, paper bags, or reusable totes.

• 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.

• ProtectNSHred is hosting free shred events throughout the state in April 2025. Visit their website for a list of locations.

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

• Where: Martinsburg, WV – Grapevine Road Recycling Center
  When: May 10th, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Information: Vehicles with West Virginia tags allowed up to 5 medium-sized boxes for free. Check the website for additional information and details.

• Where: Inwood WV – South Berkeley Recycling Center
  When: September 13th, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Information: Vehicles with West Virginia tags allowed up to 5 medium-sized boxes for free. Check the website for additional information and details.

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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: Lauderhill, FL – Veterans Park
  When: Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  Information: Enjoy free shredding compliments of the town of Lauderhill. This is for paper only. Visit their website for a list of what is not allowed. Lauderhill also has recycling at St. Georges Park on M-F from 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

• 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: Smyrna, GA – Church Street Park/Alina Wolfe Adult Recreation Center
  When: March 22nd & September 20th, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Information: Bring up to 5 copy paper-sized boxes with documents. All binders, clips, and folders must be removed. The event is free but donations are welcome.

• 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: Charlotte, NC – Compost Central Disposal and Recycling Center
  When: March 15th, April 26th, May 17th, and June 21st, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Information: Free event open to residents. Bring up to 3 Banker Boxes of material per event. Registration is required. Check the website for information & details.

• 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.

• Where: Indian Trail, NC – Indian Trail Town Hall
  When: May 10th, 2025 – time TBD
  Information: Paper, folders, and hanging file folders are accepted. Head to their website for more details when it is announced.

South Carolina

• Where: Multiple SC Cities – Irmo, Myrtle Beach, & Charleston
  When: January 10th & 20th, 2025 & March 20th, 2025
  Information: Shred360 is hosting multiple free shred events throughout South Carolina. See Shred360’s website for dates, locations, times, and instructions.

• 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.

• The South Carolina State Credit Union and the South Carolina Federal Credit Union are hosting several free shred events in spring 2025. Visit their websites for a list of dates, times, and locations.

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.

• Where: Franklin, TN – Beacon Capital Management Parking Lot
  When: April 26th, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. – 11 a.m.
  Information: Bring up to 8 boxes or bags per household. No registration is required. Complimentary food and drinks are also offered. Head to their website for more details.

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.

• Where: Long Beach, CA – Belmont Heights Methodist Church
  When: February 8th, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
  Information: No minimum listed. Head to the Eventbrite free event page for more details.

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.

• Where: Broomfield, CO – Broomfield Recycling Center
  When: April 2025 (exact date TBD)
  Information: More information will be released as the date gets closer. Check their website for more information.

Hawaii

• Check back in the Spring of 2025!
• Can’t wait? Shred Nations in Honolulu will shred your documents for 99¢ a pound.

Nevada

• Where: Reno, Carson City, & Spanish Springs, NV – Various Heritage Bank Locations
  When: Feb. 28th, Apr. 25th, Aug. 8th, Oct. 17th, & Dec. 12th from 9 a.m. – 1-2 p.m. depending on location
  Information: Heritage Bank Customers Only. Limit 5 boxes per customer, must be present. Box size limitations apply. See the branch flyer for details.

Oklahoma

• Where: Oklahoma City, OK – MECUs Administration Building
  When: Feb. 8th, May 3rd, Jul. 26th, & Oct. 4th, 2025 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Information: This event is open to the public. There is a 4 box maximum.

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

• Where:  West Jordan, UT – West Jordan Public Works Department Parking Lot
  When: Feb. 8th, May 3rd, Aug. 16th, & Nov. 8th, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Information: Up to 2 ‘Bankers Boxes’ of paper for shredding & residential electronic waste. Head to their website for more details & information.

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

• Where: Moscow, ID – Latah County Fairgrounds
  When: April 19th, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  Information: Shred Truck Event sponsored by Latah County. Contact DeVries Business Services at (509) 286-2542 for more information.

• Where: Hayden, ID – Latah County Fairgrounds
  When: April 28th, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  Information: Shred Truck Event sponsored by Great Northern Wealth Management & Insurance at (509) 286-2542 for more information.

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.
  • LeMay Mobile Shredding is hosting several shred events across the state in March, April, May, June, August, September, and October. Visit their website for a full list.

Free Paper Shredding Events Near Me in the Midwest for 2025:

Indiana

• Where: Noblesville, IN – Hamilton County Household Hazardous Waste Center
  When: April 26th & November 1st, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. – 11 a.m. (or until trucks are full)
  Information: Proof of Hamilton County residency is required. Limit of 4 banker boxes or equivalent size per vehicle. Head to their website for additional requirements and details.

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

• Where: Genesee County, MI – Multiple Senior Center Locations
  When: May 1st, June 25th, & September 25th, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  Information: This is a free shredding event for seniors. Check their website for additional details.

• Where: Multiple MI Locations – Preferred Credit Union Branches
  When: May 7th, 8th, 9th, & 15th, 2025 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. & May 10th & 17th from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Information: Events are for branch members only. Check their website or call the local branch you plan to attend for more details.
• Where: Multiple MI Locations of Resource Recovery & Recycling Authority of Southwest Oakland County
  When: April 5th & 26th, May 10th & 17th, July 12th, & Oct. 4th & 25th, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  Information: Events are for RRRASOC residents only. Check their website for more details & information.

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: Cincinnati, OH – CINFED Credit Union Florence Branch
  When: May 10th, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Information: Free event open to Cinfed Credit Union members and the local community.

• 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.

• ProtectNSHred is hosting several free shred events throughout the state in April & May 2025. Visit their website for a list of locations.

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

• Where: Pleasant Prairie, WI – Village of Pleasant Prairie
  When: May 10th and September 13th, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Information: Open to Village Residents only. Head to their website for additional details & information.

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