National Prescription Drug Take-Back

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The Harrisonburg Police Department, in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), participates in the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Event.

This is a free service provided by law enforcement to local communities. Individuals can drop off any unused, unwanted, or expired prescription drugs for disposal.

Syringes, needles, liquids or any other dangerous materials will not be accepted. Please remove any personal identification from the medication bottles and boxes.

The Virginia State Police and the Drug Enforcement Agency will properly dispose of all medication collected.

The next event will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Locations: Burgess Shopping Center,
171 Burgess Rd, Harrisonburg, VA
                 FoodMaxx,
924 W Market St, Harrisonburg, VA


This national event happens twice per year, however, there are several drop off sites that are open year-round in the area: Sentara RMH, HPD's lobby (Public Safety Building), and most CVS's or Medicap.