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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Louisville, CO?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Louisville

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

Trash pickup in Louisville is weekly on Fridays. Louisville Waste Management collects trash, recycling (biweekly on Fridays), and yard waste (weekly). Bins out by 6:30 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

Louisville Waste Management

Municipal service

Contact

502-574-3434

Official website

Trash Pickup

Fridays (weekly)

Set out by 6:30 AM

Recycling Pickup

Fridays (biweekly)

14 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Once per week

Fridays

Recycling Collection

Every other week

Fridays

Yard Waste

weekly

Wednesdays

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

Recycling Rules

Louisville 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 Louisville

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 Louisville

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Louisville 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 Louisville

Composting in Louisville

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 Louisville.1 drop-off location for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in Louisville

Frequently Asked Questions

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