Minneapolis Trash Pickup Schedule & Holiday Delays
Source-reviewed schedule
Trash pickup is scheduled for this date.
- Trash pickup days
- Monday & Tuesday & Wednesday & Thursday & FridaySet carts out Make sure your cart is at your designated collection point (the alley or curb line) by 6 a.m. on your pickup day. Carts may be picked up anytime between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.
- Next trash pickup
- Sep 23Based on the listed schedule
- Recycling days
- Monday & Tuesday & Wednesday & Thursday & FridaySingle-stream collection
Yard-waste events omitted: seasonal start and end dates are required.
Regular trash pickup & collection details
| Service | Collection days | Placement or collection rule |
|---|---|---|
| Trash | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday · Weekly | Placement cutoff: Make sure your cart is at your designated collection point (the alley or curb line) by 6 a.m. on your pickup day. Carts may be picked up anytime between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. |
| Recycling | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | Single-stream recycling |
| Bulk waste | Crews collect up to two large items each week at no extra charge on your regular collection day. Items must be set out by 6 a.m. with a note attached reading "For Solid Waste." Items with recyclable parts are collected on recycling weeks. | Up to 2 items per pickup |
| Yard waste | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | Seasonal: confirm start to confirm end. Yard waste is collected seasonally from April through November on regular collection days. Material must be placed in compostable bags or reusable containers labeled with official yard waste decals. Brush must be bundled under 3 feet long and 40 pounds. |
Trash container requirements
- Use the official city-provided dark green garbage cart (small 22-gal or large 94-gal)
- Cart lids must be closed flat with no items protruding or piled on top
- Place carts at your designated alley or curb line collection point
- Keep carts clear of snow and ice during winter months to avoid shovel fees
- All household trash must be bagged before placing it in the cart
Minneapolis recycling overview
Single-stream recycling · Collection days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
Accepted items
- Paper and flattened boxes (cereal boxes, paper bags, mail, newspapers, clean office paper)
- Plastic bottles and jugs (#1, #2, #5 with caps on)
- Plastic cups, tubs, and food containers (#1, #2, #5)
- Glass bottles and jars (food and beverage containers, rinsed clean)
- Metal food and beverage cans (aluminum, tin, and steel cans)
- Food and beverage cartons (milk, juice, and broth cartons)
Prohibited items
- Plastic bags and plastic film wrap (never bag recyclables; place items loose in the cart)
- Black plastic items of any kind
- Plastic containers labeled #3, #4, #6, or #7
- Styrofoam cups, plates, and takeout packaging
- Shredded paper, paper towels, and napkins
Minneapolis bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Crews collect up to two large items each week at no extra charge on your regular collection day. Items must be set out by 6 a.m. with a note attached reading "For Solid Waste." Items with recyclable parts are collected on recycling weeks. |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 2 items |
| Permitted materials | Furniture, Appliances |
| Advance notice | Required before collection. |
| Dispatch phone | 612-673-2289 |
Minneapolis holiday trash delays
Listed strategy: one day slide. A listed holiday shifts remaining pickups in its Monday-Saturday service week by one day.
Observed holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. Named holidays recur each year; explicit dates apply only to their listed year.
2026 Holiday Collection Calendar: Minneapolis, MN
Official schedule adjustments for recognized 2026 holidays. When a holiday falls on or before your collection day, review whether curbside pickups slide forward:
| Holiday | Observed Date | Schedule Status | Curbside Adjustment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 | 1-Day Slide | Collections on Thursday and the remainder of the service week are delayed by 1 day. |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Monday, Jan 19, 2026 | Not Observed | Regular collection schedule. Trash and recycling run as normal. |
| Presidents' Day | Monday, Feb 16, 2026 | Not Observed | Regular collection schedule. Trash and recycling run as normal. |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 25, 2026 | 1-Day Slide | Collections on Monday and the remainder of the service week are delayed by 1 day. |
| Juneteenth | Friday, Jun 19, 2026 | Not Observed | Regular collection schedule. Trash and recycling run as normal. |
| Independence Day | Saturday, Jul 4, 2026 | Weekend Holiday | Holiday falls on a weekend. Regular weekday curbside routes are unchanged. |
| Labor Day | Monday, Sep 7, 2026 | 1-Day Slide | Collections on Monday and the remainder of the service week are delayed by 1 day. |
| Columbus Day | Monday, Oct 12, 2026 | Not Observed | Regular collection schedule. Trash and recycling run as normal. |
| Veterans Day | Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026 | Not Observed | Regular collection schedule. Trash and recycling run as normal. |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, Nov 26, 2026 | 1-Day Slide | Collections on Thursday and the remainder of the service week are delayed by 1 day. |
| Christmas Day | Friday, Dec 25, 2026 | 1-Day Slide | Collections on Friday and the remainder of the service week are delayed by 1 day. |
DPW & sanitation contact
City of Minneapolis Division of Solid Waste and Recycling · municipal dpw
Phone: 612-673-2289
350 S. 5th St., Room 210Minneapolis, MN 55415
These collection rules cover Zone City of Minneapolis Curbside Service Area.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Minneapolis, MN?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Make sure your cart is at your designated collection point (the alley or curb line) by 6 a.m. on your pickup day. Carts may be picked up anytime between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.. These rules apply to Zone City of Minneapolis Curbside Service Area.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Minneapolis?
As of 2026-09-23: No observed holidays this week. Collections follow the regular schedule. A listed holiday shifts that day and the remaining collection days in its service week by one day. Observed holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone City of Minneapolis Curbside Service Area.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Minneapolis?
Crews collect up to two large items each week at no extra charge on your regular collection day. Items must be set out by 6 a.m. with a note attached reading "For Solid Waste." Items with recyclable parts are collected on recycling weeks. The listed limit is 2 items per pickup. Advance notice is required. Contact sanitation at 612-673-2289 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone City of Minneapolis Curbside Service Area.
What items are accepted for recycling in Minneapolis?
The listed accepted materials are Paper and flattened boxes (cereal boxes, paper bags, mail, newspapers, clean office paper), Plastic bottles and jugs (#1, #2, #5 with caps on), Plastic cups, tubs, and food containers (#1, #2, #5), Glass bottles and jars (food and beverage containers, rinsed clean), Metal food and beverage cans (aluminum, tin, and steel cans), Food and beverage cartons (milk, juice, and broth cartons). Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags and plastic film wrap (never bag recyclables; place items loose in the cart), Black plastic items of any kind, Plastic containers labeled #3, #4, #6, or #7, Styrofoam cups, plates, and takeout packaging, Shredded paper, paper towels, and napkins. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone City of Minneapolis Curbside Service Area.