Mulch is free.
Self-load: bring your own shovel and containers.
Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗
What’s offered
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Mulch
FreeCompost
Not listedWood chips
Not listedLeaf compost
Not listedLocation
Old Frankfort Pike mulch site (enter via Jimmie Campbell Drive), 1631 Old Frankfort Pike, Lexington, KY 40504
Hours & season
Events run about 8 a.m. to noon, or until the mulch runs out. Held from time to time, typically spring and fall. The fall 2026 event was Saturday, September 19; no later date was posted.
Limits
One pickup truckload per person. A small self-serve area is for smaller amounts, with a 10-minute loading limit.
What to bring
Driver's license with a Lexington address. Self-loaders bring their own shovels, bags and supplies.
Giveaway events
Spring and fall giveaway days; the 2026 events were April 18 and September 19.
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Quick answers
Is mulch free in Lexington?
Free: Mulch. Mulch is free.
Who can get free mulch or compost in Lexington?
Fayette County residents only. Residents only. Bring ID.
When can I pick up mulch in Lexington?
Events run about 8 a.m. to noon, or until the mulch runs out. Held from time to time, typically spring and fall. The fall 2026 event was Saturday, September 19; no later date was posted.
Where do I get mulch in Lexington?
Old Frankfort Pike mulch site (enter via Jimmie Campbell Drive), 1631 Old Frankfort Pike, Lexington, KY 40504
What should I bring for mulch in Lexington?
Driver's license with a Lexington address. Self-loaders bring their own shovels, bags and supplies.
Are there limits on mulch in Lexington?
One pickup truckload per person. A small self-serve area is for smaller amounts, with a 10-minute loading limit.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Mulch giveaway - City of Lexington, Kentucky ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026