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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Fort Collins, CO?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Fort Collins

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

Trash pickup in Fort Collins is weekly on Mondays. Waste Management collects trash, recycling (weekly on Wednesdays), and yard waste (spring through fall). Bins out by 6:30 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

Waste Management

Private hauler

Contact

311

Official website

Trash Pickup

Mondays (weekly)

Set out by 6:30 AM

Recycling Pickup

Wednesdays (weekly)

14 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Once per week

Mondays

Recycling Collection

Weekly

Wednesdays

Yard Waste

Seasonal (spring through fall)

Thursdays

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

Recycling Rules

Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins

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 Fort Collins

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins

Composting in Fort Collins

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 Fort Collins.2 drop-off locations for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in Fort Collins

Frequently Asked Questions

What day is trash pickup in Fort Collins?
Trash pickup in Fort Collins, CO is weekly on Mondays. Set out your bins by 6:30 AM. Waste Management handles residential waste collection. Recycling is collected weekly on Wednesdays.
Can I recycle pizza boxes in Fort Collins?
Yes — Clean portions are recyclable. Greasy sections can go in compost where available, otherwise trash. Many programs now accept the whole box. In Fort Collins, pizza boxes are accepted in curbside recycling.
How do I schedule bulk pickup in Fort Collins?
To schedule bulk pickup in Fort Collins, call 311 or your hauler. Call your waste hauler for pricing.
Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Fort Collins?
Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026) affects trash pickup in Fort Collins. Pickup on this day and the rest of the week delayed by one day. Check with Waste Management 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 Fort Collins?
Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins have composting?
Yes, Fort Collins offers composting. Drop-off composting is available at designated locations.
What do I do if they missed my trash pickup in Fort Collins?
If your trash was missed in Fort Collins, first confirm it was your scheduled pickup day and that bins were out by 6:30 AM. Then call Waste Management 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 Fort Collins?
Fort Collins 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 Waste Management for your specific address. This page is for informational purposes only.