Don’t Toss Your Pumpkin!

Did you know that millions of pumpkins end up in landfills every year after Halloween?

When pumpkins decompose in landfills, they produce methane—a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. By keeping pumpkins out of landfills, we can reduce harmful emissions and help protect our environment.

Instead, try composting, feeding wildlife, or upcycling your pumpkins. Together, we can make a big impact by making small, sustainable choices!

Drop off your pumpkins, jack-o-lanterns, and gourds, including those that may already be decaying or rotting at any of the following drop off locations between Friday, November 1, through Sunday, November 3, 2024, from 10am-4pm. Collection containers will be available in the parking lots of each location.

Pumpkins should not be bleached or painted, and have candles or lanterns removed. No corn stalks or hay bales will be accepted.

Pumpkin Drop Off Locations:

Groundwork Market Garden
1698 Genesee St, Buffalo, NY 14211
Lavocat’s Family Greenhouse and Nursery
8441 County Rd, East Amherst, NY 14051
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
2655 South Park Ave, Buffalo, NY 14218
Providence Farm Collective
5701 Burton Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127
Tripi’s Landscaping
3812 South Park Ave, Blasdell, NY 14219
The English Gardener
4000 Harlem Rd, Snyder, NY 14226
Erie County Compost Site
11581 Walden Ave, Alden, NY 14004
Note: Will be open for pumpkin drop offs both November 1-3 and November 8-10

Special Drop Off Events:

Town of Amherst
November 2nd
10am – 1 pm
Highway Department
1301 N Forest Rd
Village of Williamsville behind the Village Hall
5565 Main St

Pelion Garden Pumpkin Smash
November 9th
10am – 1pm
212 Best St, Buffalo, NY 14209