The holidays are winding down, and it is time to say goodbye to the Tannenbaum. To help residents clear out the pine needles, the Village of Ridgewood has announced the official 2026 Christmas tree collection schedule.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Starting January 2 through January 30, the Village will provide curbside pickup to ensure your tree is recycled properly. Here is the breakdown of when and where to leave your tree.
🗓️ 2026 Curbside Collection Schedule
Pickup is determined by which side of town you live on. To ensure you don’t miss the truck, please have your tree at the curb by 7:00 AM on your designated day.
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East Side Residents: Pickup takes place every Tuesday.
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West Side Residents: Pickup takes place every Thursday.
⚠️ Important Requirement: You must remove all lights, tinsel, ornaments, and stands before bringing your tree to the curb. Trees left in plastic bags or with decorations still attached will not be collected.
🎄 Wreaths and Garlands
Unlike full-sized trees, wreaths and garlands are not part of the recycling program.
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Disposal: Wreaths and garlands should be placed out with your regular garbage pickup.
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Pro Tip: Remember to remove the wire frames from wreaths before tossing them if you plan on reusing the frames for next year!
🚗 Need an Earlier Option? Drop-Off at Graydon Pool
If you don’t want to wait for the Tuesday or Thursday pickup, or if you prefer to get the tree out of the house immediately, the Village offers a convenient drop-off location.
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Location: Graydon Pool Parking Lot
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When: Any day of the week, through the end of January.
Ridgewood Tree Pickup Cheat Sheet
| Service | Date/Day | Location |
| East Side Pickup | Tuesdays (Jan 2–30) | Curbside |
| West Side Pickup | Thursdays (Jan 2–30) | Curbside |
| Self-Service Drop-Off | Daily | Graydon Pool Lot |
| Wreaths & Garlands | Normal Schedule | Garbage Bin |
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