VPPSA Household Chemical Collection (Hampton)
Collection event A household hazardous waste collection event run by Virginia Peninsulas Public Service Authority (VPPSA) in Hampton, Hampton City, Virginia.
This event has ended. Check the county page for the next date and other options.
- Date
- Sat, Mar 21, 2026
Sat, May 16, 2026
Sat, Jul 18, 2026
Sat, Sep 19, 2026
Sat, Nov 21, 2026 - Location
- Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA
- Hours
- 8:00 am-noon (events end promptly at noon)
- Who can use it
- Residents of all VPPSA communities (Williamsburg, James City County, York County, Hampton, Poquoson); proof of residency may be required
- Cost
- Not listed by the source
- Appointment
- Not stated
- Phone
- 757-259-9850
Call ahead. Hours, limits and accepted items change, and sites close for weather and holidays. Confirm with Virginia Peninsulas Public Service Authority (VPPSA) at 757-259-9850 before you load the car.
What you can bring
- ✓Paint
- ✓Batteries
- –Motor oil
- –Antifreeze
- ✓Gasoline
- ✓Fluorescent bulbs
- ✓Electronics
- ✓Propane
- ✓Pesticides
- ✓Pool chemicals
✓ accepted · ✕ not accepted · – not listed by the source. Exact wording from the official list is below.
Accepted (official list)Latex paint; oil-based paint; stains; solvents; glue; varnishes; adhesives; gasoline; fuels; waxes; brake fluid; engine cleaner; tar remover; insecticides; weed killers; pesticides; fertilizers; pest strips; oven cleaner; drain cleaner; toilet cleaners; floor waxes; metal polishes; bleach; degreasers; charcoal lighter fluid; dyes; kerosene; pool chemicals; fluorescent tubes; CFL bulbs; rechargeable batteries; propane cylinders; computers
What they won’t take
Not accepted (official list)Televisions; alkaline batteries; explosives; ammunition; household trash; business waste; medical waste; radioactive materials
Limits
Quantity limitsPropane: 1 and 20 lb cylinders only (limit 2 per vehicle, except unlimited for Hampton residents); containers no larger than 20 gallons
Rules and residency
Who can use itResidents of all VPPSA communities (Williamsburg, James City County, York County, Hampton, Poquoson); proof of residency may be required
Note from the sourceMotor oil and antifreeze are accepted for Hampton residents only; other communities use their convenience centers.
Note from the sourceIn the Hampton Coliseum parking lot on Coliseum Drive (the brochure gives no street number; the map pin is the Coliseum).
Nearby alternatives
Distances are straight-line from this site. Most programs only serve their own residents: check “who can use it” first.
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FAQ
Who can use VPPSA Household Chemical Collection (Hampton)?
Residents of all VPPSA communities (Williamsburg, James City County, York County, Hampton, Poquoson); proof of residency may be required
Is it free?
The official source does not list fees. Call 757-259-9850 to confirm.
Do I need an appointment?
The source does not say. Call 757-259-9850 to check.
Can I bring old paint?
Accepted: Latex paint. Accepted: oil-based paint.
Can I bring batteries?
Accepted: rechargeable batteries. Not accepted: alkaline batteries.
What will they turn away?
Televisions; alkaline batteries; explosives; ammunition; household trash; business waste; medical waste; radioactive materials
Last checked Sat, Oct 31, 2026, checked against the program’s own official page. Sources:
- vppsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Peninsula-HHC-COMP-BROCHURE-2026.pdf
- yesyorkcounty.com/798/VPPSA-Services