What is Drug Take Back Day?
Drug take back programs are a safe way to get rid of prescription drugs, and are organized and closely monitored by local, state and federal government agencies.
Safe disposal of unused or expired medications:
- Prevents drug misuse
- Prevents accidental poisoning
- Protects the environment
When is Drug Take Back Day?
The next Drug Take Back Day is on October 24, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where can I drop off my unused and expired medications?
For Drug Take Back Day on October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., you can drop medications off at the following locations:
- Fair Oaks District Police Station
12300 Route 50 Fairfax, Virginia 22033 - Franconia District Police Station
7170 Silver Lake Blvd, Alexandria 22315 - Goodwin House (Bailey's Crossroads)
3440 S Jefferson St, Falls Church, Virginia 22041 - Mount Vernon District Police Station
2511 Parkers Lane, Alexandria, VA 22306 - Reston Hospital Center
1850 Town Center Parkway, Reston, VA 20190
Outside Pavilion 1, across from Parking Garage B - Sully District Police Station
4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, VA 20151 - Town of Vienna Police Department
215 Center Street South, Vienna, VA 22180 - Tysons Emergency
8240 Leesburg Pike Service Road, Tysons Corner, VA 22182 - West Springfield District Police Station – Drive Through Location
6140 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152
What items am I allowed to drop off?
Items you're allowed to drop off include:
- Prescription and non-prescription pills
- E-cigarettes and vaping devices with batteries removed
- Small liquid packs/pods for e-cigarettes and vaping devices
- Prescription ointments
- Medications for pets
Items that aren't accepted include:
- Illegal drugs
- Pressurized canisters (inhalers/aerosol cans)
- Needles
- Large sources of liquids
- Non-prescription ointments and lotions
Can't make it to Drug Take Back Day?
No problem! Learn about year-round prescription and over-the-counter medication disposal. This includes medications prescribed by veterinarians.
If you need help with substance misuse
Call the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board:
- When it’s an emergency: Call CSB Emergency Services at 703-573-5679 (TTY 711). Available 24/7.
- When it’s not an emergency: Call CSB Entry & Referral Services at 703-383-8500.
- For the Fairfax Detoxification Center, call 703-502-7000 (TTY 703-322-9080). Available 24/7.
- Call or text 988 for urgent mental health-related distress. Available 24/7.
- Call 911 for life-threatening emergencies.
Use our social media toolkit
Find sample social media posts and email content about Drug Take Back Day below! Keep an eye out for social media graphics on the DEA National Rx Take Back Day Social Media Campaign website.
