Antioch, CA trash pickup schedule
Antioch 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 collects | A private hauler under city contract: Republic Services (Republic Services of Contra Costa County) City of Antioch franchise: Republic Services collects residential landfill (garbage), recycling and green organics carts; materials marked 'UNDER CONTRACT WITH' the City. Customer service and billing by Republic (Pacheco office).1 |
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| How often | Yard waste weekly (since week of July 1, 2024)3 |
| Set out | by 6:00 a.m. or the night before collection day; 3 ft from other carts and vehicles; lids closed; 150 lb cart limit2 |
| Your pickup day | Hauler’s address lookup: republicservices.com. App: Republic Services app |
| Holiday | Veterans Day, Wed, Nov 11, 2026: No change. Service as normal Wednesday Nov 111 |
Bulk items: On-call pickup: call or book online (details). Drop-off sites: 1 listed (hours and fees).
Antioch holiday trash schedule 2026
| City’s rule | Republic observes only New Year's Day and Christmas Day: if your pickup day falls on one, it is delayed by one day; other holidays (e.g. Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Labor Day) no change1 |
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| Official notice | republicservices.com1 |
| Holiday | Date | Pickup | What 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 change | Service as normal; carts out by 6 a.m.4 |
| Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day | Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | Not on the city’s list | Not on the city’s list for this year |
| Veterans Day | Wed, Nov 11, 2026 | No change | Service as normal Wednesday Nov 111 |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thu, Nov 26, 2026 | No change | Service as normal Thursday Nov 26; carts out by 5:00 a.m.1 |
| Christmas Day | Fri, Dec 25, 2026 | Delayed one day | Friday pickup delayed one day (general rule; no 2026 notice yet)1 |
| Holiday | Date | Pickup | What the city says |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | Delayed one day | Friday pickup delayed one day (general rule; no notice yet)1 |
| 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.
Bulk trash pickup in Antioch
| How it works | On-call pickup: call or book online2 |
|---|---|
| How to request | Schedule in advance: call Customer Service 925.685.4711, or online via 'Schedule Pickup' / 'Schedule Bulk Online' in the Republic account2 |
| Limits | Two free large-item pickups per year (appliances, furniture/mattresses, tires, e-waste); plus two free on-call garbage cleanups per year of up to 2 cubic yards (about 14 x 32-gal bags), no green waste2 |
| Fees | Two large-item pickups and two garbage cleanups free per year; additional bulky items/pickups for a fee; extra bags on a cleanup $2.50 each2 |
| Not accepted |
Recycling in Antioch
| Pickup | Not published by the city (official page) |
|---|---|
| Type | single-stream1 |
| Glass | accepted in cart1 |
| Plastics | #1-7 rigid plastic containers (empty, clean, dry), lids and caps; no Styrofoam1 |
Accepted
- Clean paper: cardboard (must fit in cart), boxes, paperboard, newspapers, magazines, junk mail, office paper, paper bags, shredded paper in a paper bag1
- Metal: aluminum and steel cans, clean foil and pie plates, small scrap metal (pots, pans, utensils)1
- Glass bottles and jars, all colors1
- Plastics #1-7 rigid containers (bottles, jugs, tubs, food containers, lids)1
Programs
- Single-use AA/AAA/C/D/9V batteries, CFLs, motor oil (max 3 gal, in clear jug) and oil filters in sealed bags next to the recycling cart2
Yard waste, food scraps and seasonal pickups
| Yard waste pickup | Yes3 |
|---|---|
| Season | year-round3 |
| How often | weekly (since week of July 1, 2024)3 |
| Rules | Green organics cart: yard waste, food scraps, food-soiled paper; loose or in BPI-certified compostable/paper bags, no plastic bags or compostable plastics; no dirt, rocks, metal, treated wood, glass, plastic, hazardous waste; 150 lb max, lid closed; out before 6 a.m., 3 ft from other carts3 |
| Food scraps | accepted in the green organics cart (SB 1383 mandatory)3 |
| Christmas trees | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Leaf collection | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Cleanup events |
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Drop-off sites: landfill, recycling and hazardous waste
Delta Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility
| Type | Household hazardous waste |
|---|---|
| Run by | Delta Diablo (public sanitation special district) |
| Address | 2550 Pittsburg-Antioch Hwy, Pittsburg, CA 94565 (for mapping apps: 2550 Arcy Ln, Antioch); 925.756.1990 · Map5 |
| Hours | Thursday–Saturday 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; closed New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the Friday after, Dec 23, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and all days between Christmas and New Year's5 |
| Fees | Free of charge for Antioch residents (per the City's contracted hauler guide; the Delta Diablo page states no fee)5 |
| Who can use it | East Contra Costa residents incl. Antioch; proof of residency (utility bill or driver's license)5 |
Item guides: Mattress · Couch and furniture · Appliances · Paint · Batteries · Electronics · Tires · Motor oil · Christmas tree.
Missed pickup and contacts
| Missed pickup form | RepublicServices.com/AntiochCA (online services) or 925.685.47112 |
|---|---|
| Phone | Republic Services customer service 925.685.4711 (Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–6 p.m.)1 |
| 311 | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Official website | republicservices.com1 |
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All California cities: California trash pickup schedules.
Antioch trash pickup FAQ
What day is trash picked up in Antioch?
Antioch does not use one citywide day: your day depends on your address. Look it up with the city’s hauler’s address lookup (republicservices.com) or the Republic Services app app.
Is trash picked up on Thanksgiving Day 2026 in Antioch?
Thanksgiving Day falls on Thu, Nov 26, 2026. No change: Service as normal Thursday Nov 26; carts out by 5:00 a.m.
Is trash picked up on Christmas Day 2026 in Antioch?
Christmas Day falls on Fri, Dec 25, 2026. Delayed one day: Friday pickup delayed one day (general rule; no 2026 notice yet)
Is trash picked up on New Year's Day 2027 in Antioch?
New Year's Day falls on Fri, Jan 1, 2027. Delayed one day: Friday pickup delayed one day (general rule; no notice yet)
How do I get rid of bulky items in Antioch?
On-call pickup: call or book online. Schedule in advance: call Customer Service 925.685.4711, or online via 'Schedule Pickup' / 'Schedule Bulk Online' in the Republic account Fees: Two large-item pickups and two garbage cleanups free per year; additional bulky items/pickups for a fee; extra bags on a cleanup $2.50 each.
Does Antioch recycle glass?
Glass: accepted in cart.
How do I report a missed trash pickup in Antioch?
Use the city’s online form (RepublicServices.com/AntiochCA (online services) or 925.685.4711) or call Republic Services customer service 925.685.4711 (Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–6 p.m.).
Sources
- 1 Antioch, CA – Republic Services municipality pageContracted hauler · republicservices.com · checked October 30, 2026
- 2 Antioch Residential Service Guide 2025 (PDF)Contracted hauler · republicservices.com · checked October 30, 2026
- 3 Antioch Weekly Organics Cart Service (PDF)Contracted hauler · republicservices.com · checked October 30, 2026
- 4 Antioch Residential Newsletter September 2026 (PDF)Contracted hauler · republicservices.com · checked October 30, 2026
- 5 Household Hazardous Waste – Delta Diablodistrict · deltadiablo.org · checked October 30, 2026
- 6 City of Antioch websiteCity · antiochca.gov · checked October 30, 2026
- 7 Antioch Recycling Guide (PDF, RS76)Contracted hauler · republicservices.com · checked November 1, 2026
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