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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Tucson, AZ?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Tucson

  • Trash day: Thursdays, collected by Tucson Environmental & General Services
  • Recycling: biweekly on Mondays — no plastic bags, no styrofoam
  • Next holiday delay: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026)
  • Bulk pickup: call 311 — free, no limit

Trash pickup in Tucson is weekly on Thursdays. Tucson Environmental & General Services collects trash, recycling (biweekly on Mondays), and yard waste (spring through fall). Bins out by 7:00 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

Tucson Environmental & General Services

Municipal service

Contact

520-791-3171

Official website

Trash Pickup

Thursdays (weekly)

Set out by 7:00 AM

Recycling Pickup

Mondays (biweekly)

14 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Once per week

Thursdays

Recycling Collection

Every other week

Mondays

Yard Waste

Seasonal (spring through fall)

Tuesdays

Schedules vary by neighborhood. Check with Tucson Environmental & General Services for your exact pickup day.

Recycling Rules

Tucson 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 Tucson

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 Tucson

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Tucson 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 Tucson

Composting in Tucson

AvailableCurbside pickup

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

Hazardous waste drop-off in Tucson

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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Recycling Guide

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Pickup schedules and rules are based on published municipal data. Schedules vary by neighborhood and route. Always confirm with Tucson Environmental & General Services for your specific address. This page is for informational purposes only.