CONNECT with the CityRecycling Events
Free Workshops & Events
Christmas Tree Recycling Program
The annual Christmas Tree Recycling Program begins the day after Christmas, Dec. 26, 2025 and runs through Jan. 16, 2026 and features 16 drop-off locations available to City residents. Find out more here.
Go Green, Go Travel! Sustainable Traveling Webinar, Virtual (Zoom)
11:00am - 12:00pm
Hosted by the City of San Diego Environmental Services Department, this Zero Waste Community Workshop and webinar explores sustainable travel tips for road trips, flights, and public transportation. Participants will learn how to reduce their environmental footprint while traveling. Registration page to come.
Slow Down Swap Party at the Serra Mesa Food Pantry
10:00am - 1:00pm, Serra Mesa Food Pantry at Mission Village Christian Fellowship
Hosted by I Love A Clean San Diego, this free clothing and accessories swap supports mindful consumption while bringing the community together. The Serra Mesa Food Pantry provides emergency food to local families and accepts donations of reusable grocery bags. Attendees are encouraged to bring reusable bags if available. Registration is required. Register and learn more.
Compost & Mulch Giveaway Event
8:00am - 12:00pm, Montgomery-Waller Community Park - Little League Parking Lot (Palm Ave & Hawaii Ave)
To increase opportunities for residents to pick up compost and mulch, I Love A Clean San Diego and the City of San Diego are partnering to host Compost & Mulch Giveaways. Get your hands on some nutrient-rich compost and mulch for your garden or landscaping at no cost. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to give their plants a boost. Stop by and pick up some compost to help your yard thrive! Register here for the Compost & Mulch Giveaway Event.
Slow Down Swap Party at the Linda Vista Farmer’s Market
2:00 - 7:00pm, Linda Vista Farmer’s Market
Hosted by I Love A Clean San Diego, this free clothing and accessories swap invites participants to slow down consumption and exchange gently used items while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of the Linda Vista Farmer’s Market. Learn more.
Compost & Mulch Giveaway Event
8:00am - 12:00pm, Los Penasquitos Ranch House
To increase opportunities for residents to pick up compost and mulch, I Love A Clean San Diego and the City of San Diego are partnering to host Compost & Mulch Giveaways. Get your hands on some nutrient-rich compost and mulch for your garden or landscaping at no cost. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to give their plants a boost. Stop by and pick up some compost to help your yard thrive! Register here for the Compost & Mulch Giveaway Event.
