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Safely Dispose of Unwanted Medications During Drug Take Back DayARLINGTON, Va. – The Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) fall National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will take place Saturday, October 24, 2026, providing an opportunity for community members to safely dispose of unwanted, unused and expired prescription medications. The Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) is encouraging residents to take advantage of this nationwide initiative and help prevent unused medications from becoming a public health and safety risk. Unused or expired medications can pose serious risks, including accidental poisoning, overdose and misuse. Arlington County offers four permanent drug take-back boxes where community members can anonymously dispose of unwanted prescription medications free of charge, year-round. Permanent Drug Take-Back Locations in Arlington County Safely dispose of prescription medications 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year with no questions at the following locations: Fire Station #2 Fire Station #5 Fire Station #9 Arlington County Police Department Items accepted at the drug take-back boxes are prescriptions, vitamins, prescription ointments, pet medications, prescription patches and over-the-counter medications. Items not accepted are needles, inhalers, aerosol cans, thermometers, lotions or liquids and hydrogen peroxide. Free drug deactivation bags are also available through the Department of Human Services. Resources and Services If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there are numerous treatment resources available in Arlington and through the Department of Human Services. Visit OneArlington to learn more about Arlington’s comprehensive opioid response. 
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