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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Dallas, TX?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Dallas

  • Trash day: Tuesdays, collected by Dallas Sanitation Services
  • Recycling: biweekly on Tuesdays — no plastic bags, no styrofoam
  • Next holiday delay: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026)
  • Bulk pickup: request online — free, no limit

Trash pickup in Dallas is biweekly on Tuesdays. Dallas Sanitation Services collects trash, recycling (biweekly on Tuesdays), and yard waste (weekly). Bins out by 6:00 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

Dallas Sanitation Services

Municipal service

Contact

311

Official website

Trash Pickup

Tuesdays (biweekly)

Set out by 6:00 AM

Recycling Pickup

Tuesdays (biweekly)

14 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Twice per week

Tuesdays

Recycling Collection

Every other week

Tuesdays

Yard Waste

weekly

Fridays

Schedules vary by neighborhood. Check with Dallas Sanitation Services for your exact pickup day.

Recycling Rules

Dallas 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 Dallas

Bulk Pickup

How to Schedule

Request online

Free Pickups Per Year

Unlimited (free)

Free — bulk and brush weekly on scheduled day

Bulk pickup details for Dallas

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Dallas 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 Dallas

Composting in Dallas

AvailableCurbside pickup

Dallas offers curbside composting for organic waste. Check your hauler for green bin availability.

Hazardous Waste

Paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash in Dallas.9 drop-off locations for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in Dallas

Frequently Asked Questions

What day is trash pickup in Dallas?
Trash pickup in Dallas, TX is biweekly on Tuesdays. Set out your bins by 6:00 AM. Dallas Sanitation Services handles residential waste collection. Recycling is collected biweekly on Tuesdays.
Can I recycle pizza boxes in Dallas?
Yes — Clean portions are recyclable. Greasy sections can go in compost where available, otherwise trash. Many programs now accept the whole box. In Dallas, pizza boxes are accepted in curbside recycling.
How do I schedule bulk pickup in Dallas?
To schedule bulk pickup in Dallas, request online. Free — bulk and brush weekly on scheduled day Maximum 10 items per pickup.
Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Dallas?
Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026) affects trash pickup in Dallas. Pickup on this day and the rest of the week delayed by one day. Check with Dallas Sanitation Services 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 Dallas?
Dallas 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 Dallas have composting?
Yes, Dallas 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 Dallas?
If your trash was missed in Dallas, first confirm it was your scheduled pickup day and that bins were out by 6:00 AM. Then call Dallas Sanitation Services 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 Dallas?
Dallas has approximately 7 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 Dallas Sanitation Services for your specific address. This page is for informational purposes only.