Fullerton, CA trash pickup schedule
Fullerton 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 City of Fullerton franchise: Republic Services collects residential trash, recycling and yard waste and runs bulky-item pickup. Facts come from Republic's Fullerton page and Fullerton-specific documents.1 |
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| How often | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Set out | Carts out the night before or by 4 a.m. on collection day, facing the street with wheels against the curb or gutter (or in the alley/easement behind the home); 2 ft between carts, 5 ft from other objects, lids closed.1 |
| Your pickup day | Hauler’s address lookup: republicservices.com. App: Republic Services app |
| Holiday | Thanksgiving Day, Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Delayed one day. Thursday, November 26, 2026: Thursday and Friday routes one day late (Friday and Saturday)2 |
Bulk items: On-call pickup: call or book online (details). Drop-off sites: 3 listed (hours and fees).
Fullerton holiday trash schedule 2026
| City’s rule | Observed: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. After a holiday, collection runs one day late for the rest of that week.1 |
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| Official notice | republicservices.com |
| 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 | Delayed one day | Monday, May 25, 20262 |
| Juneteenth | Fri, Jun 19, 2026 | Not on the city’s list | Not on the city’s list for this year |
| Independence Day (Fourth of July) | Sat, Jul 4, 2026 | Changes; see details | Saturday, July 4, 2026 listed as observed; no weekday delay stated2 |
| Labor Day | Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | Delayed one day | Monday, September 7, 20262 |
| 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 | Not on the city’s list | Not on the city’s list for this year |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thu, Nov 26, 2026 | Delayed one day | Thursday, November 26, 2026: Thursday and Friday routes one day late (Friday and Saturday)2 |
| Christmas Day | Fri, Dec 25, 2026 | Delayed one day | Friday, December 25, 2026: collection schedule runs one day behind (Friday route on Saturday)3 |
| Holiday | Date | Pickup | What the city says |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | Delayed one day | Friday, January 1, 2027: collection schedule runs one day behind (Friday route on Saturday)3 |
| 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 Fullerton
| How it works | On-call pickup: call or book online2 |
|---|---|
| How to request | Call 800.700.8610 (or schedule online in your Republic account) at least 24 hours before your regular collection day; items are picked up on your next regular collection day. Electronics also by appointment.2 |
| Limits | Unlimited bulky-item pickups per calendar year, unlimited items per collection1 |
| Fees | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Accepted |
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| Not accepted |
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Recycling in Fullerton
| Pickup | Not published by the city (official page) |
|---|---|
| Type | single-stream2 |
| Glass | accepted in cart2 |
| Plastics | Plastic bottles, jugs and containers2 |
Accepted
Not accepted
- Plastic bags, plastic wrap, Styrofoam, palm fronds, pet waste and diapers (trash)2
- Bagged recycling (place items loose)2
- Tanglers (hoses, cords) and hazardous waste (batteries, chemicals, medical sharps)2
- Dirty recyclables, greasy pizza boxes, food-soiled napkins and paper towels (organics)2
- Batteries and light bulbs (Household Hazardous Waste center)2
Yard waste, food scraps and seasonal pickups
| Yard waste pickup | Yes, yard waste cart2 |
|---|---|
| Season | Not published by the city (official page) |
| How often | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Rules | Limbs, branches, leaves, grass clippings, weeds, plant material and small unpainted scrap wood; branches max 4 inches diameter and 4 feet long; no palm fronds, cacti/succulents, rocks, soil, pet waste, recyclables or trash.2 |
| Food scraps | Not yet citywide as of the 2025-2026 newsletter: citywide food-scrap and food-soiled-paper collection announced as coming soon.2 |
| Christmas trees | 2025-26 season: real trees accepted at the curb through Friday, January 16, 2026 (bare, next to carts, cut in half if over 6 ft); later, cut to fit the yard waste cart. Flocked/artificial trees: trash or bulky pickup. 2026-27 dates not yet published.2 |
| Leaf collection | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Cleanup events |
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Drop-off sites: landfill, recycling and hazardous waste
Anaheim Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
| Type | Household hazardous waste |
|---|---|
| Run by | The county |
| Address | 1071 N. Blue Gum Street, Anaheim, CA 92806 · Map5 |
| Hours | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday (closed major holidays incl. Thanksgiving Nov 26, 2026, and in rainy weather)5 |
| Fees | Free5 |
| Who can use it | Orange County residents (proof of county residence); max 15 gallons or 125 lbs per trip; e-waste accepted5 |
Republic Public Disposal Center
| Type | Transfer station |
|---|---|
| Run by | Republic Services |
| Address | 2790 Coronado Street, Anaheim, CA 92806 · Map1 |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 5:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat 5:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sun closed1 |
| Fees | Not published by the city (official page) |
Olinda Alpha Landfill
| Type | Landfill |
|---|---|
| Run by | The county |
| Address | Brea, CA6 |
| Hours | Closed to general public self-haul disposal until further notice (OC Landfills alert dated 10/31/26)6 |
| Fees | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Who can use it | Orange County residents or businesses only; proof of address may be requested6 |
Item guides: Mattress · Couch and furniture · Appliances · Paint · Batteries · Electronics · Tires · Motor oil · Christmas tree.
Missed pickup and contacts
| Missed pickup form | republicservices.com (report in your Republic online account or app) or call 800.700.86101 |
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| Phone | Republic Services 800.700.8610 (Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 7 a.m.-3 p.m.); billing 714.738.6890; OC Household Hazardous Waste 714.834.67521 |
| 311 | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Official website | republicservices.com |
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All California cities: California trash pickup schedules.
Fullerton trash pickup FAQ
What day is trash picked up in Fullerton?
Fullerton 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 Fullerton?
Thanksgiving Day falls on Thu, Nov 26, 2026. Delayed one day: Thursday, November 26, 2026: Thursday and Friday routes one day late (Friday and Saturday)
Is trash picked up on Christmas Day 2026 in Fullerton?
Christmas Day falls on Fri, Dec 25, 2026. Delayed one day: Friday, December 25, 2026: collection schedule runs one day behind (Friday route on Saturday)
Is trash picked up on New Year's Day 2027 in Fullerton?
New Year's Day falls on Fri, Jan 1, 2027. Delayed one day: Friday, January 1, 2027: collection schedule runs one day behind (Friday route on Saturday)
How do I get rid of bulky items in Fullerton?
On-call pickup: call or book online. Call 800.700.8610 (or schedule online in your Republic account) at least 24 hours before your regular collection day; items are picked up on your next regular collection day. Electronics also by appointment.
Does Fullerton recycle glass?
Glass: accepted in cart.
How do I report a missed trash pickup in Fullerton?
Use the city’s online form (republicservices.com) or call Republic Services 800.700.8610 (Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 7 a.m.-3 p.m.); billing 714.738.6890; OC Household Hazardous Waste 714.834.6752.
Sources
- 1 Republic Services of Fullerton, CA (incl. embedded FAQ answers)Contracted hauler · republicservices.com · checked October 30, 2026
- 2 Fullerton Recycling & Waste Newsletter, Annual 2025-2026Contracted hauler · republicservices.com · checked October 30, 2026
- 3 Residential End-of-Year Holiday Schedule 2026-2027Contracted hauler · republicservices.com · checked October 30, 2026
- 4 Fullerton acceptable/unacceptable materialsContracted hauler · republicservices.com · checked October 30, 2026
- 5 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers (OC Waste & Recycling)County · oclandfills.com · checked October 30, 2026
- 6 OC LandfillsCounty · oclandfills.com · checked October 30, 2026
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