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What Day Is Trash Pickup in New York, NY?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for New York

  • Trash day: Wednesdays, collected by NYC Department of Sanitation
  • Recycling: weekly on Wednesdays — no plastic bags, no styrofoam
  • Next holiday delay: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026)
  • Bulk pickup: request online — free, no limit

Trash pickup in New York is biweekly on Wednesdays. NYC Department of Sanitation collects trash, recycling (weekly on Wednesdays), and yard waste (weekly). Bins out by 6:00 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

NYC Department of Sanitation

Municipal service

Contact

311

Official website

Trash Pickup

Wednesdays (biweekly)

Set out by 6:00 AM

Recycling Pickup

Wednesdays (weekly)

15 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Twice per week

Wednesdays

Recycling Collection

Weekly

Wednesdays

Yard Waste

weekly

Mondays

Schedules vary by neighborhood. Check with NYC Department of Sanitation for your exact pickup day.

Recycling Rules

New York 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 New York

Bulk Pickup

How to Schedule

Request online

Free Pickups Per Year

Unlimited (free)

Free — schedule online or call 311. No limit for residential.

Bulk pickup details for New York

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in New York 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 New York

Composting in New York

MandatoryCurbside pickup

Food Donation and Food Scraps Recycling Act requires large generators (2+ tons/week) to donate or recycle surplus. NYC has mandatory curbside composting citywide as of 2025.

Hazardous Waste

Paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash in New York.46 drop-off locations for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in New York

Frequently Asked Questions

What day is trash pickup in New York?
Trash pickup in New York, NY is biweekly on Wednesdays. Set out your bins by 6:00 AM. NYC Department of Sanitation handles residential waste collection. Recycling is collected weekly on Wednesdays.
Can I recycle pizza boxes in New York?
Yes — Clean portions are recyclable. Greasy sections can go in compost where available, otherwise trash. Many programs now accept the whole box. In New York, pizza boxes are accepted in curbside recycling.
How do I schedule bulk pickup in New York?
To schedule bulk pickup in New York, request online. Free — schedule online or call 311. No limit for residential.
Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in New York?
Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026) affects trash pickup in New York. Pickup on this day and the rest of the week delayed by one day. Check with NYC Department 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 New York?
New York 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 New York have composting?
Yes, New York requires 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 New York?
If your trash was missed in New York, first confirm it was your scheduled pickup day and that bins were out by 6:00 AM. Then call NYC Department 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 New York?
New York has approximately 43 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 New York

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