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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Los Angeles, CA?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Los Angeles

  • Trash day: Thursdays, collected by LA Bureau of Sanitation
  • Recycling: weekly on Thursdays — no plastic bags, no styrofoam
  • Next holiday delay: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026)
  • Bulk pickup: request online — 4 free/year

Trash pickup in Los Angeles is weekly on Thursdays. LA Bureau of Sanitation collects trash, recycling (weekly on Thursdays), and yard waste (weekly). Bins out by 6:00 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

LA Bureau of Sanitation

Municipal service

Contact

800-773-2489

Official website

Trash Pickup

Thursdays (weekly)

Set out by 6:00 AM

Recycling Pickup

Thursdays (weekly)

15 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Once per week

Thursdays

Recycling Collection

Weekly

Thursdays

Yard Waste

weekly

Tuesdays

Schedules vary by neighborhood. Check with LA Bureau of Sanitation for your exact pickup day.

Recycling Rules

Los Angeles accepts 15 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
  • Batteries (household alkaline)
  • Electronics (e-waste)
  • Light bulbs (CFL & fluorescent)
Recycling rules for Los Angeles

Bulk Pickup

How to Schedule

Request online

Free Pickups Per Year

4 free

Call your waste hauler for pricing.

Bulk pickup details for Los Angeles

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles

Composting in Los Angeles

MandatoryCurbside pickup

SB 1383 requires all residents and businesses to separate organic waste. Enforcement began 2024 with fines for noncompliance.

Fines for noncompliance: $50-$500

Hazardous Waste

Paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash in Los Angeles.22 drop-off locations for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in Los Angeles

Frequently Asked Questions

What day is trash pickup in Los Angeles?
Trash pickup in Los Angeles, CA is weekly on Thursdays. Set out your bins by 6:00 AM. LA Bureau of Sanitation handles residential waste collection. Recycling is collected weekly on Thursdays.
Can I recycle pizza boxes in Los Angeles?
Yes — Clean portions are recyclable. Greasy sections can go in compost where available, otherwise trash. Many programs now accept the whole box. In Los Angeles, pizza boxes are accepted in curbside recycling.
How do I schedule bulk pickup in Los Angeles?
To schedule bulk pickup in Los Angeles, request online. You get 4 free pickups per year. Maximum 7 items per pickup.
Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Los Angeles?
Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026) affects trash pickup in Los Angeles. Pickup on this day and the rest of the week delayed by one day. Check with LA Bureau of Sanitation 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 Los Angeles?
Los Angeles accepts 15 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 Los Angeles have composting?
Yes, Los Angeles requires composting. Curbside composting is available — use your green bin for food scraps, yard waste, and food-soiled paper. Fines for noncompliance range from $50 to $500.
What do I do if they missed my trash pickup in Los Angeles?
If your trash was missed in Los Angeles, first confirm it was your scheduled pickup day and that bins were out by 6:00 AM. Then call LA Bureau of Sanitation 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 Los Angeles?
Los Angeles has approximately 19 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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Recycling Guide

What goes in the recycling bin in Los Angeles

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