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Anchorage trash and recycling: who collects, how often, how to find your pickup day, and what changes on holidays in 2026.

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Quick answer

Who collectsThe city and contracted haulers (by area or service) Municipal utility Solid Waste Services (SWS) collects only inside its designated service area (the red 'SWS Area' outline on the SWS Residential Curbside Trash route map, a part of the Anchorage Bowl around downtown and midtown); all other areas of the Municipality are served by commercial (private) operators, which the SWS collection pages do not name. SWS publishes no address lookup: residents check the route map PDF or call Customer Service. Within the SWS area, service is mandatory for occupied properties. Residential = single-family (one unit); duplexes and larger are commercial service.2
How oftenTrash weekly, recycling every other week (even/odd week areas on the 2026 recycling map), yard waste every other week26
Set outby 7:00 a.m. on collection day, not the night before; wheels and handles facing the home, 3 ft clearance on all sides; lids closed2
Your pickup dayZone map: cdn.ancgis.com2
Holiday Veterans Day, Wed, Nov 11, 2026: No change. Curbside collections open; facilities open; admin/call center closed.11

Bulk items: On-call pickup: call or book online (details). Drop-off sites: 5 listed (hours and fees).

Anchorage holiday trash schedule 2026

City’s ruleCurbside collection runs on all holidays except Christmas Day and New Year's Day. For those two days the SWS Holiday Calendar says 'Next Day Service'; the Collections FAQ says affected customers are notified of an alternate day, generally the following weekday or previous Saturday.211
Official noticemuni.org11
Anchorage trash pickup on holidays, 2026
HolidayDatePickupWhat the city says
New Year's Day Thu, Jan 1, 2026 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Mon, Jan 19, 2026 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Presidents' Day Mon, Feb 16, 2026 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Memorial Day Mon, May 25, 2026 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Juneteenth Fri, Jun 19, 2026 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Independence Day (Fourth of July) Fri, Jul 3, 2026 (observed) No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Labor Day Mon, Sep 7, 2026 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day Mon, Oct 12, 2026 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Veterans Day Wed, Nov 11, 2026 No change Curbside collections open; facilities open; admin/call center closed.11
Thanksgiving Day Thu, Nov 26, 2026 No change Curbside collections open; SWS facilities close at 2 p.m.; admin/call center closed.11
Day after Thanksgiving Fri, Nov 27, 2026 No change Collections and facilities open; admin/call center closed.11
Christmas Eve Thu, Dec 24, 2026 No change Curbside collections open; facilities and admin close at 2 p.m.11
Christmas Day Fri, Dec 25, 2026 Delayed one day 'Next Day Service' for curbside collection; facilities and admin closed. Dec 25, 2026 is a Friday; the PDF does not say whether 'next day' is Sat Dec 26, and the Collections FAQ says affected customers are notified of the alternate day (generally the following weekday or previous Saturday). Recycling calendar shows no holiday change.11
New Year's Eve Thu, Dec 31, 2026 No change Curbside collections open; facilities and admin close at 2 p.m.11
Anchorage trash pickup on holidays, 2027
HolidayDatePickupWhat the city says
New Year's Day Fri, Jan 1, 2027 Delayed one day 'Next Day Service' for curbside collection; facilities and admin closed. Jan 1, 2027 is a Friday; affected customers are notified of the alternate day (Collections FAQ).11
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Mon, Jan 18, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Presidents' Day Mon, Feb 15, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Memorial Day Mon, May 31, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Juneteenth Fri, Jun 18, 2027 (observed) No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Independence Day (Fourth of July) Mon, Jul 5, 2027 (observed) No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Labor Day Mon, Sep 6, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day Mon, Oct 11, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Veterans Day Thu, Nov 11, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Thanksgiving Day Thu, Nov 25, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Christmas Day Fri, Dec 24, 2027 (observed) No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above

Check your own day for the next three holidays with the holiday delay checker, or download a pickup calendar.

Sources: Collections, SWS Holiday Calendar (PDF) Last checked Report a change

Bulk trash pickup in Anchorage

How it worksOn-call pickup: call or book online2
How to requestCall SWS Customer Service (907-343-6250) to schedule; pickups happen on Saturdays2
LimitsNot published by the city (official page)
Feesadditional charges apply (amount not published on the SWS pages)2
Not acceptedNot published by the city (official page)

Sources: Collections Last checked Report a change

Recycling in Anchorage

Pickupevery other week (even/odd week areas on the 2026 recycling map)2
Typesingle-stream1
Glassdrop-off only12
Plastics#1 plastic bottles and #2 plastic bottles and jugs only (curbside); other plastics are not accepted at the curb (see programs for the seasonal #1, 2 and 5 drop-off at the MRF)12

Accepted

  • #1 plastic bottles and #2 plastic bottles and jugs12
  • Flattened cardboard, mixed paper, newspaper12
  • Aluminum and steel/tin cans12

Not accepted

  • Paper cups, plates, napkins and paper towels; #1 plastic clamshells; plastic bags, film and wrap; Styrofoam; #3-7 plastics; cartons; waxed paper12
  • No bags in the recycling cart2

Programs

  • Recycling carts (64 or 96 gallon) are free for SWS residential trash customers; opting out saves nothing2
  • #1, 2 and 5 plastics (all types) drop-off at the Material Recovery Facility, seasonally May 1-Oct 31, $5 per load (2026)5

Sources: Solid Waste Services (home), Collections, Recycling, Recycle Right card 2020 (PDF) Last checked Report a change

Yard waste, food scraps and seasonal pickups

Yard waste pickupOptional paid curbside organics cart (yard clippings, garden and food scraps), SWS service area only6
SeasonMay 1 - September 30 (page says 'September 31st')6
How oftenevery other week6
Rules32 or 96 gallon cart, no bags; 2026 rates $6.65/month (32 gal) or $13.30/month (96 gal), summer only; sign up through Customer Service (renters need landlord approval)8
Food scrapsYes in the organics cart: fruit and vegetable scraps, salmon carcasses, coffee grounds and tea bags; no other fish, meat, dairy, cooked food or bones6
Christmas treesNot published by the city (official page)
Leaf collectionLeaves go in the seasonal curbside organics cart (May-September) or to the Community Organics drop-off at the Material Recovery Facility (May 1 - Oct 31)6
Cleanup events
  • Anchorage Citywide Cleanup, month of May11

Sources: Organics, 2026 SWS Rate Sheet (PDF), SWS Holiday Calendar (PDF) Last checked Report a change

Drop-off sites: landfill, recycling and hazardous waste

Anchorage Regional Landfill (ARL)

TypeLandfill
Run byThe city
Address15500 E. Eagle River Loop Rd, Eagle River, AK 99577 · Map1
HoursMon-Fri 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun closed1
FeesResidential 2026: 1-4 cans or bags $10/load; 1 cu yd or less $15/load; more than 1 cu yd $27/load. Free residential recycling; wood lot free Fri-Sat May 1-Oct 31.1

Central Transfer Station (CTS)

TypeTransfer station
Run byThe city
Address1310 E 56th Avenue, Anchorage (residential entrance) · Map1
HoursResidential Mon-Sat 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sun closed1
FeesResidential 2026: 1-4 cans or bags $10/load; 1 cu yd or less $15/load; more than 1 cu yd $27/load; refrigerators/freezers $27 + $30 refrigerant removal1

Girdwood Transfer Station

TypeTransfer station
Run byThe city
AddressRuane Road, off the Alyeska Highway, Girdwood1
HoursMon 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tue-Wed closed; Thu-Sat 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun closed (closed 12:30-1 p.m.)1
FeesNot published by the city (official page)

Household Hazardous Waste at Central Transfer Station and Anchorage Regional Landfill

TypeHousehold hazardous waste
Run byThe city
AddressCentral Transfer Station, 1310 E. 56th Ave (residential entrance), Anchorage; Anchorage Regional Landfill, 15500 E. Eagle River Loop Rd, Eagle River · Map4
HoursCTS Mon-Sat 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; ARL Tue-Sat 8 a.m.-5 p.m.4
FeesFree up to 40 lb for residents; per-lb rates above 40 lb (2026 rate sheet). Not accepted: ammunition/explosives, asbestos, smoke alarms, pharmaceuticals/medicines. A call-in hazardous waste pick-up service is also available (907-201-8472).4
Who can use itAnchorage residents (businesses: VSQGs at ARL only)4

Material Recovery Facility (MRF): #1, 2, 5 plastics, wood waste, organics

TypeRecycling center
Run byThe city
AddressE. 56th Ave, across from the Central Transfer Station (between Old Seward Hwy and Homer Dr) · Map1
HoursMon-Sat 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., May 1 - Oct 31 only1
Fees2026: organics $5/bag (1-4 bags), $20 residential truck (5x8x3), $40 residential truck and trailer; wood $20/load; plastics $5/load1

Item guides: Mattress · Couch and furniture · Appliances · Paint · Batteries · Electronics · Tires · Motor oil · Christmas tree.

Sources: Solid Waste Services (home), Household Hazardous Waste Last checked Report a change

Missed pickup and contacts

Missed pickup formNot published by the city (official page)
PhoneSWS Customer Service 907-343-6250 (Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m.); 1208 E. 56th Ave., Anchorage7
311Not published by the city (official page)
Official websitemuni.org
Email[email protected]8
Missed pickupReport missed collections to Customer Service (no online form)2

Sources: Collections, Customer Service, 2026 SWS Rate Sheet (PDF) Last checked Report a change

Anchorage trash pickup FAQ

What day is trash picked up in Anchorage?

Trash is collected weekly. Anchorage does not use one citywide day: your day depends on your address. Look it up with the city’s zone map (cdn.ancgis.com).

Is trash picked up on Thanksgiving Day 2026 in Anchorage?

Thanksgiving Day falls on Thu, Nov 26, 2026. No change: Curbside collections open; SWS facilities close at 2 p.m.; admin/call center closed.

Is trash picked up on Christmas Day 2026 in Anchorage?

Christmas Day falls on Fri, Dec 25, 2026. Delayed one day: 'Next Day Service' for curbside collection; facilities and admin closed. Dec 25, 2026 is a Friday; the PDF does not say whether 'next day' is Sat Dec 26, and the Collections FAQ says affected customers are notified of the alternate day (generally the following weekday or previous Saturday). Recycling calendar shows no holiday change.

Is trash picked up on New Year's Day 2027 in Anchorage?

New Year's Day falls on Fri, Jan 1, 2027. Delayed one day: 'Next Day Service' for curbside collection; facilities and admin closed. Jan 1, 2027 is a Friday; affected customers are notified of the alternate day (Collections FAQ).

How do I get rid of bulky items in Anchorage?

On-call pickup: call or book online. Call SWS Customer Service (907-343-6250) to schedule; pickups happen on Saturdays Fees: additional charges apply (amount not published on the SWS pages).

Does Anchorage recycle glass?

Glass: drop-off only.

How do I report a missed trash pickup in Anchorage?

call SWS Customer Service 907-343-6250 (Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m.); 1208 E. 56th Ave., Anchorage.

Sources

  1. 1
    Solid Waste Services (home)City · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
  2. 2
    CollectionsCity · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
  3. 3
    Disposal InformationCity · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
  4. 4
    Household Hazardous WasteCity · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
  5. 5
    RecyclingCity · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
  6. 6
    OrganicsCity · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
  7. 7
    Customer ServiceCity · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
  8. 8
    2026 SWS Rate Sheet (PDF)City · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
  9. 9
    Application for Residential Service, 2026 rates (PDF)City · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
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    2026 Bi-Weekly Recycling Collections map (PDF)City · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
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    SWS Holiday Calendar (PDF)City · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
  12. 12
    Recycle Right card 2020 (PDF)City · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
  13. 13
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    SWS About Us (document center)City · muni.org · checked October 30, 2026
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    SWS Residential Curbside Trash route / service-area map, 8/31/2026 (PDF)City · cdn.ancgis.com · checked October 30, 2026
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    Official page on maps.ancgis.comCity · maps.ancgis.com · checked October 30, 2026

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Second-pass verification against every source: October 30, 2026. Not affiliated with any city, county or hauler.