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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Baltimore, MD?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Baltimore

  • Trash day: Fridays, collected by Baltimore Bureau of Solid Waste
  • Recycling: weekly on Fridays — no plastic bags, no styrofoam
  • Next holiday delay: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026)
  • Bulk pickup: request online — free, no limit

Trash pickup in Baltimore is weekly on Fridays. Baltimore Bureau of Solid Waste collects trash, recycling (weekly on Fridays), and yard waste (spring through fall). Bins out by 6:00 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

Baltimore Bureau of Solid Waste

Municipal service

Contact

311

Official website

Trash Pickup

Fridays (weekly)

Set out by 6:00 AM

Recycling Pickup

Fridays (weekly)

14 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Once per week

Fridays

Recycling Collection

Weekly

Fridays

Yard Waste

Seasonal (spring through fall)

Wednesdays

Schedules vary by neighborhood. Check with Baltimore Bureau of Solid Waste for your exact pickup day.

Recycling Rules

Baltimore accepts 14 materials for curbside recycling. No plastic bags, styrofoam, or food-contaminated items.

Accepted

  • Cardboard (flattened)
  • Newspaper
  • Magazines & catalogs
  • Office paper & mail
  • Glass bottles & jars
  • Aluminum cans

NOT Accepted

  • Plastic bags & film
  • Styrofoam (EPS)
  • Paper coffee cups
  • Shredded paper
  • Batteries (household alkaline)
  • Electronics (e-waste)
Recycling rules for Baltimore

Bulk Pickup

How to Schedule

Request online

Free Pickups Per Year

Unlimited (free)

Free — use 311 app or online. Scheduled separately.

Bulk pickup details for Baltimore

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Baltimore by one day. Next: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026).

New Year's DayJanuary 1, 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. DayJanuary 19, 2026
Presidents' DayFebruary 16, 2026
Memorial DayMay 25, 2026
JuneteenthJune 19, 2026
Holiday schedule for Baltimore

Composting in Baltimore

AvailableCurbside pickup

Statewide organic waste reduction goal. HB 264 requires large generators in certain counties to separate food waste. Not a blanket mandate.

Hazardous Waste

Paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash in Baltimore.4 drop-off locations for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in Baltimore

Frequently Asked Questions

What day is trash pickup in Baltimore?
Trash pickup in Baltimore, MD is weekly on Fridays. Set out your bins by 6:00 AM. Baltimore Bureau of Solid Waste handles residential waste collection. Recycling is collected weekly on Fridays.
Can I recycle pizza boxes in Baltimore?
Yes — Clean portions are recyclable. Greasy sections can go in compost where available, otherwise trash. Many programs now accept the whole box. In Baltimore, pizza boxes are accepted in curbside recycling.
How do I schedule bulk pickup in Baltimore?
To schedule bulk pickup in Baltimore, request online. Free — use 311 app or online. Scheduled separately.
Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Baltimore?
Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026) affects trash pickup in Baltimore. Pickup on this day and the rest of the week delayed by one day. Check with Baltimore Bureau of Solid Waste for your specific route. Most federal holidays delay pickup by one day for the rest of the week.
What goes in the recycling bin in Baltimore?
Baltimore accepts 14 types of materials for curbside recycling, including cardboard, paper, glass bottles (check locally), aluminum and steel cans, and plastic #1, #2, and #5 containers. Do NOT put plastic bags, styrofoam, or food-contaminated items in recycling. Rinse all containers before placing them in the bin.
Does Baltimore have composting?
Yes, Baltimore offers composting. Curbside composting is available — use your green bin for food scraps, yard waste, and food-soiled paper.
What do I do if they missed my trash pickup in Baltimore?
If your trash was missed in Baltimore, first confirm it was your scheduled pickup day and that bins were out by 6:00 AM. Then call Baltimore Bureau of Solid Waste at 311 (or your hauler's direct line) to report the miss. Most cities require you to report within 24 hours. Keep your bins at the curb until the makeup collection, which is typically within 1-2 business days.
Where do I take hazardous waste in Baltimore?
Baltimore has approximately 3 household hazardous waste drop-off locations. Items like paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash. Auto parts stores accept motor oil for free. Best Buy and Staples accept electronics. For everything else, use your city's HHW collection events or permanent facility.

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Pickup schedules and rules are based on published municipal data. Schedules vary by neighborhood and route. Always confirm with Baltimore Bureau of Solid Waste for your specific address. This page is for informational purposes only.