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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Colorado Springs, CO?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Colorado Springs

  • Trash day: Wednesdays, collected by Waste Connections
  • Recycling: weekly on Fridays — no plastic bags, no styrofoam
  • Next holiday delay: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026)
  • Bulk pickup: call 311 — free, no limit

Trash pickup in Colorado Springs is weekly on Wednesdays. Waste Connections collects trash, recycling (weekly on Fridays), and yard waste (spring through fall). Bins out by 6:00 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

Waste Connections

Private hauler

Contact

719-520-7878

Official website

Trash Pickup

Wednesdays (weekly)

Set out by 6:00 AM

Recycling Pickup

Fridays (weekly)

14 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Once per week

Wednesdays

Recycling Collection

Weekly

Fridays

Yard Waste

Seasonal (spring through fall)

Mondays

Schedules vary by neighborhood. Check with Waste Connections for your exact pickup day.

Recycling Rules

Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs

Bulk Pickup

How to Schedule

Call 311 or hauler

Free Pickups Per Year

Unlimited (free)

Call your waste hauler for pricing.

Bulk pickup details for Colorado Springs

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs

Composting in Colorado Springs

Available

HB 22-1355 creates a phased approach to organics diversion. Large venues and grocery stores first; full mandate not yet in effect.

Hazardous Waste

Paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash in Colorado Springs.3 drop-off locations for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in Colorado Springs

Frequently Asked Questions

What day is trash pickup in Colorado Springs?
Trash pickup in Colorado Springs, CO is weekly on Wednesdays. Set out your bins by 6:00 AM. Waste Connections handles residential waste collection. Recycling is collected weekly on Fridays.
Can I recycle pizza boxes in Colorado Springs?
Yes — Clean portions are recyclable. Greasy sections can go in compost where available, otherwise trash. Many programs now accept the whole box. In Colorado Springs, pizza boxes are accepted in curbside recycling.
How do I schedule bulk pickup in Colorado Springs?
To schedule bulk pickup in Colorado Springs, call 311 or your hauler. Call your waste hauler for pricing.
Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Colorado Springs?
Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026) affects trash pickup in Colorado Springs. Pickup on this day and the rest of the week delayed by one day. Check with Waste Connections 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 Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs have composting?
Yes, Colorado Springs offers composting. Drop-off composting is available at designated locations.
What do I do if they missed my trash pickup in Colorado Springs?
If your trash was missed in Colorado Springs, first confirm it was your scheduled pickup day and that bins were out by 6:00 AM. Then call Waste Connections 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 Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs has approximately 2 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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What goes in the recycling bin in Colorado Springs

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