Do you have expired or unused medications sitting around at home? Medication Take Back Day provides a safe, convenient, and anonymous way to dispose of unwanted medications — completely free of charge!
Join us at the Senior Recreation Center on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM and help keep unused medications out of our homes and community.
As an added bonus, anyone who drops off unwanted medication will receive one entry into a raffle for a $50 Visa gift card!
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Location: Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32653
Cost: FREE
What can I bring?
Over-the-counter and prescription medications are accepted.
Please note: Sharps, including needles, and aerosol medications, including asthma inhalers, cannot be accepted.
Take this opportunity to clean out your medicine cabinet and safely dispose of medications you no longer need. No appointment is necessary — simply stop by during the event!
This event is presented in partnership with DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back, ElderCare of Alachua County, the Alachua County Health Promotion & Wellness Coalition, and local law enforcement.