2026 Chicago Holiday Tree Recycling

Make tree recycling part of your holiday tradition!

Drop off your tree for free at one of 27 locations across the city from January 3-17.

Free chipped tree mulch will be available at six locations starting January 5.

For more information, including a map of locations, go to our Holiday Tree Recycling webpage.

19th Ward residents can drop off their Christmas Tree to be recycled at either Kennedy Park (2427 W. 113th St) or Mount Greenwood Park – free mulch available (3721 W. 111th St). Please see the flyer.