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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Minneapolis, MN?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Minneapolis

  • Trash day: Fridays, collected by Minneapolis Solid Waste & Recycling
  • Recycling: weekly on Tuesdays — no plastic bags, no styrofoam
  • Next holiday delay: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026)
  • Bulk pickup: request online — 2 free/year

Trash pickup in Minneapolis is weekly on Fridays. Minneapolis Solid Waste & Recycling collects trash, recycling (weekly on Tuesdays), and yard waste (spring through fall). Bins out by 6:30 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

Minneapolis Solid Waste & Recycling

Municipal service

Contact

612-673-2917

Official website

Trash Pickup

Fridays (weekly)

Set out by 6:30 AM

Recycling Pickup

Tuesdays (weekly)

14 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Once per week

Fridays

Recycling Collection

Weekly

Tuesdays

Yard Waste

Seasonal (spring through fall)

Wednesdays

Schedules vary by neighborhood. Check with Minneapolis Solid Waste & Recycling for your exact pickup day.

Recycling Rules

Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis

Bulk Pickup

How to Schedule

Request online

Free Pickups Per Year

2 free

2 free per year, then $25 each additional

Bulk pickup details for Minneapolis

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis

Composting in Minneapolis

Not Available

Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis.4 drop-off locations for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in Minneapolis

Frequently Asked Questions

What day is trash pickup in Minneapolis?
Trash pickup in Minneapolis, MN is weekly on Fridays. Set out your bins by 6:30 AM. Minneapolis Solid Waste & Recycling handles residential waste collection. Recycling is collected weekly on Tuesdays.
Can I recycle pizza boxes in Minneapolis?
Yes — Clean portions are recyclable. Greasy sections can go in compost where available, otherwise trash. Many programs now accept the whole box. In Minneapolis, pizza boxes are accepted in curbside recycling.
How do I schedule bulk pickup in Minneapolis?
To schedule bulk pickup in Minneapolis, request online. You get 2 free pickups per year. Maximum 5 items per pickup.
Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Minneapolis?
Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026) affects trash pickup in Minneapolis. Pickup on this day and the rest of the week delayed by one day. Check with Minneapolis Solid Waste & Recycling 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 Minneapolis?
Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis have composting?
Minneapolis does not currently have a mandatory composting program. Backyard composting is encouraged. Check with Minneapolis Solid Waste & Recycling for green waste collection options.
What do I do if they missed my trash pickup in Minneapolis?
If your trash was missed in Minneapolis, first confirm it was your scheduled pickup day and that bins were out by 6:30 AM. Then call Minneapolis Solid Waste & Recycling 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 Minneapolis?
Minneapolis has approximately 2 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 Minneapolis

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