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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Mesa, AZ?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Mesa

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

Trash pickup in Mesa is weekly on Wednesdays. Mesa Solid Waste collects trash, recycling (weekly on Fridays), and yard waste (spring through fall). Bins out by 7:00 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

Mesa Solid Waste

Municipal service

Contact

480-644-2221

Official website

Trash Pickup

Wednesdays (weekly)

Set out by 7:00 AM

Recycling Pickup

Fridays (weekly)

14 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Once per week

Wednesdays

Recycling Collection

Weekly

Fridays

Yard Waste

Seasonal (spring through fall)

Mondays

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

Recycling Rules

Mesa 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 Mesa

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 Mesa

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Mesa 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 Mesa

Composting in Mesa

AvailableCurbside pickup

Mesa 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 Mesa.5 drop-off locations for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in Mesa

Frequently Asked Questions

What day is trash pickup in Mesa?
Trash pickup in Mesa, AZ is weekly on Wednesdays. Set out your bins by 7:00 AM. Mesa Solid Waste handles residential waste collection. Recycling is collected weekly on Fridays.
Can I recycle pizza boxes in Mesa?
Yes — Clean portions are recyclable. Greasy sections can go in compost where available, otherwise trash. Many programs now accept the whole box. In Mesa, pizza boxes are accepted in curbside recycling.
How do I schedule bulk pickup in Mesa?
To schedule bulk pickup in Mesa, call 311 or your hauler. Call your waste hauler for pricing.
Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Mesa?
Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026) affects trash pickup in Mesa. Pickup on this day and the rest of the week delayed by one day. Check with Mesa Solid Waste 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 Mesa?
Mesa 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 Mesa have composting?
Yes, Mesa 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 Mesa?
If your trash was missed in Mesa, first confirm it was your scheduled pickup day and that bins were out by 7:00 AM. Then call Mesa Solid Waste 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 Mesa?
Mesa has approximately 3 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.

Related Pages

Recycling Guide

What goes in the recycling bin in Mesa

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