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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Donna, TX?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Donna

  • Trash day: Thursdays, collected by Republic Services
  • Recycling: biweekly on Mondays — no plastic bags, no styrofoam
  • Next holiday delay: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026)
  • Bulk pickup: call 311 — free, no limit

Trash pickup in Donna is weekly on Thursdays. Republic Services collects trash, recycling (biweekly on Mondays), and yard waste (spring through fall). Bins out by 6:00 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

Republic Services

Private hauler

Contact

311

Official website

Trash Pickup

Thursdays (weekly)

Set out by 6:00 AM

Recycling Pickup

Mondays (biweekly)

14 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Once per week

Thursdays

Recycling Collection

Every other week

Mondays

Yard Waste

Seasonal (spring through fall)

Tuesdays

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

Recycling Rules

Donna 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 Donna

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 Donna

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Donna 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 Donna

Composting in Donna

Not Available

Donna does not currently have a mandatory composting program. Backyard composting is encouraged.

Hazardous Waste

Paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash in Donna.1 drop-off location for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in Donna

Frequently Asked Questions

What day is trash pickup in Donna?
Trash pickup in Donna, TX is weekly on Thursdays. Set out your bins by 6:00 AM. Republic Services handles residential waste collection. Recycling is collected biweekly on Mondays.
Can I recycle pizza boxes in Donna?
Yes — Clean portions are recyclable. Greasy sections can go in compost where available, otherwise trash. Many programs now accept the whole box. In Donna, pizza boxes are accepted in curbside recycling.
How do I schedule bulk pickup in Donna?
To schedule bulk pickup in Donna, call 311 or your hauler. Call your waste hauler for pricing.
Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Donna?
Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026) affects trash pickup in Donna. Pickup on this day and the rest of the week delayed by one day. Check with Republic 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 Donna?
Donna 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 Donna have composting?
Donna does not currently have a mandatory composting program. Backyard composting is encouraged. Check with Republic Services for green waste collection options.
What do I do if they missed my trash pickup in Donna?
If your trash was missed in Donna, first confirm it was your scheduled pickup day and that bins were out by 6:00 AM. Then call Republic 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 Donna?
Donna has approximately 1 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 Republic Services for your specific address. This page is for informational purposes only.