Public Landfill Tour

Sat Nov 15 2025 at 09:30 am to 11:00 am UTC-05:00

South Wake Solid Waste Management Facilities | Apex

Wake County Waste & Recycling
Publisher/HostWake County Waste & Recycling
Public Landfill Tour
Advertisement
Ever wondered what happens to your trash when it leaves the curb? Join Wake County staff on a tour of the South Wake Landfill to find out!
About this Event

Collection day is the first day in a long life for your trash. Join staff on a tour of the South Wake Landfill to find out how Wake County Waste Management Division safeguards the environment and public health by using modern day engineering practices and innovative technology to safely dispose of over 1.1 million people's garbage. On the tour, you will also discover:

  • How municipal landfills are designed and operated
  • Where you can recycle additional items, not picked up at the curb
  • Where to dispose of harmful household items safely
  • How to reduce waste at home, school or work

Please Note: Attendees must be age eight (8) years or older by the date of the tour (no exceptions). Each attendee is required to register. Attendees must electronically sign a waiver form during registration. If there are no spots remaining during registration, there is an option to "Join the Waitlist". People who join the waitlist will be notified via email when a spot opens up.

Advertisement

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

South Wake Solid Waste Management Facilities, 6025 Old Smithfield Rd, Apex, United States

Tickets

USD 0.00

Icon
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Ask AI if this event suits you:

More Events in Apex

Apex Friendship V. Rolesville | High-School Football
Fri, 14 Nov at 07:00 pm Apex Friendship V. Rolesville | High-School Football

Apex Friendship High School

Ninja Night at South Apex
Fri, 14 Nov at 08:00 pm Ninja Night at South Apex

2131 E Williams St Suite 106, Apex, NC 27539

Joe\u2019s Cousin LIVE at Peak Of The Vine Apex
Fri, 14 Nov at 08:00 pm Joe’s Cousin LIVE at Peak Of The Vine Apex

Peak of the Vine

HEAVY WEATHER \u2013 YACHT ROCK @ The Backyard Bar
Fri, 14 Nov at 08:00 pm HEAVY WEATHER – YACHT ROCK @ The Backyard Bar

The Backyard Bar NC

Freaky Friday
Fri, 14 Nov at 08:00 pm Freaky Friday

Shakey Ray's Tavern

Big Family Yard Sale \u2013 Something for Everyone!
Sat, 15 Nov at 06:30 am Big Family Yard Sale – Something for Everyone!

4112 Summer Ridge Ct, Apex, NC 27539-8800, United States

Middle Creek High School Chorus Mattress Sale Fundraiser
Sat, 15 Nov at 10:00 am Middle Creek High School Chorus Mattress Sale Fundraiser

Middle Creek High School

Santa Photos at Salem Baptist Preschool Holiday Market
Sat, 15 Nov at 10:00 am Santa Photos at Salem Baptist Preschool Holiday Market

1821 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27523, Apex, NC, United States, North Carolina 27523

Keys to Your First Home
Sat, 15 Nov at 10:00 am Keys to Your First Home

1483 Beaver Creek Commons Dr

Holidays Around the World- A Hallmark Christmas - Free Admission
Sat, 15 Nov at 11:00 am Holidays Around the World- A Hallmark Christmas - Free Admission

2701 Lawnview Ln

Pumpkin Pies & Pony Rides: Free Fall Family Day in Apex!
Sat, 15 Nov at 11:00 am Pumpkin Pies & Pony Rides: Free Fall Family Day in Apex!

640 Clyde Farrell Rd

Geek and Grub Market (Viking Edition)
Sat, 15 Nov at 12:00 pm Geek and Grub Market (Viking Edition)

The Optimist Club Farm

Apex is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Apex Events