Pompano Beach, FL trash pickup schedule
Pompano Beach 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: Coastal Waste & Recycling Coastal collects all solid waste in the city under the city's agreement; single-family homes, duplexes and triplexes get city-provided carts; multi-family (4+ units) and mobile homes have cart or dumpster service agreed with the collector.1 |
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| How often | Trash twice weekly, recycling weekly, yard waste twice weekly in the gray garbage cart; larger yard trimmings with weekly bulk136 |
| Set out | after 5:00 p.m. the evening before and before 7:00 a.m. on collection day; in the front swale, lid opening facing the street; remove carts the same day1 |
| Your pickup day | Six map-color zones (map rev. 10-06-2022): Red Mon & Thu garbage / recycling Mon / bulk Thu; Pink Mon & Thu / recycling Thu / bulk Mon; Bright green Tue & Fri / recycling Fri / bulk Tue; Light green Tue & Fri / recycling Tue / bulk Fri; Dark blue Wed & Sat / recycling Wed / bulk Sat; Light blue Wed & Sat / recycling Sat / bulk Wed. Zone map: cdn.pompanobeachfl.gov5 · Look up your day here |
| Holiday | Thanksgiving Day, Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Skipped (no make-up day). No collection Thursday Nov 26; Thursday carts are serviced on the next scheduled service day (bagged extra material beside carts taken then); no make-up day.1 |
Bulk items: set-days (weekly curbside bulk on your zone's bulk day) (details). Drop-off sites: 2 listed (hours and fees).
Pompano Beach holiday trash schedule 2026
| City’s rule | Garbage and recycling are collected every day except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. If your day falls on one of them, Coastal services your carts on your next scheduled service day (and takes bagged material set beside the carts); there are no make-up days.1 |
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| Official notice | pompanobeachfl.gov1 |
| Rule quotes |
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| Other holidays | All other holidays (incl. Veterans Day 2026-11-11): no change to collection; city offices close on the city holiday-closures list1 |
| 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 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 dated list; see the city’s rule | See the city’s rule above |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thu, Nov 26, 2026 | Skipped (no make-up day) | No collection Thursday Nov 26; Thursday carts are serviced on the next scheduled service day (bagged extra material beside carts taken then); no make-up day.1 |
| Christmas Day | Fri, Dec 25, 2026 | Skipped (no make-up day) | No collection Friday Dec 25; Friday carts are serviced on the next scheduled service day; no make-up day.1 |
| Holiday | Date | Pickup | What the city says |
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| New Year's Day | Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | No change | Only Thanksgiving and Christmas suspend service; collection runs as normal on New Year's Day.6 |
| 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 Pompano Beach
| How it works | set-days (weekly curbside bulk on your zone's bulk day)2 |
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| How to request | no booking for weekly bulk; out after 5 p.m. the evening before or before 7 a.m. on bulk day, within 5 ft of curb line; up to 2 extra collections a year (16 cu yd each, vegetative/household only) by calling 954.786.4030 in advance2 |
| Limits | max 4 cubic yards per week (about 6 ft x 4 ft x 4 ft); branches bundled, max 6 ft long and 5 in diameter; stumps max 50 lbs26 |
| Fees | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Accepted |
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| Not accepted | |
| Multi family | multi-family, mobile homes, businesses and vacant lots may need an appointment: 954.786.4030 or [email protected]2 |
| Violation | owners get 48 hours to remove bulk or arrange an extra pickup after a violation notice2 |
Recycling in Pompano Beach
| Pickup | weekly3 |
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| Type | single-stream6 |
| Glass | accepted in cart (glass bottles and jars)6 |
| Plastics | #1-#7 containers (rinsed; labels and caps OK)3 |
Accepted
Not accepted
- paper towels or used paper plates3
- polystyrene (Styrofoam)3
- thermal paper or blueprints3
- plastic bags (items loose, not bagged)3
- food waste of any kind3
- window or auto glass, light bulbs, mirrors, glass cookware/bakeware, ceramics6
- pizza boxes; paper or cardboard soiled with liquid or food6
- plastic cups, utensils, plates, clamshells, foam, egg cartons/trays, margarine/butter tubs, yogurt cups, hangers (hauler list; narrower than city's '#1-7 containers')6
- batteries, electronics, textiles, household chemicals, medical waste6
Programs
- Participation in recycling is optional; blue City cart, lid closed, out after 5 p.m. the night before / by 7 a.m.3
- Recycling coordinator 954.545.7047, [email protected]3
Yard waste, food scraps and seasonal pickups
| Yard waste pickup | Yes1 |
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| Season | year-round6 |
| How often | twice weekly in the gray garbage cart; larger yard trimmings with weekly bulk6 |
| Rules | small yard debris (coconuts, palm fronds, clippings, branches) inside the gray cart; only material too large for the cart goes out as bulk, bundled (6 ft / 5 in max)6 |
| Food scraps | Not published by the city (official page) |
| 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
Public Residential Bulk & Recycling Drop-Off (Coastal Waste & Recycling yard)
| Type | Transfer station |
|---|---|
| Run by | Coastal Waste & Recycling for the City |
| Address | 1840 NW 33rd Street, Pompano Beach · Map2 |
| Hours | Saturdays only; city bulk page: 7 a.m.-3 p.m.; city recycling page: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. (hauler page says 8 a.m.-3 p.m.)2 |
| Fees | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Who can use it | Pompano Beach residents only; proof of residency (Coastal: two types); residential cars and pickup trucks only (Coastal: bed no larger than 4 ft x 8 ft); no commercial customers2 |
| Accepts | bulk waste (yard trimmings too big for the cart; small building materials up to 1/2 cu yd) and approved recyclables2 |
Multi-city HHW & Electronics Collection Events
| Type | Household hazardous waste |
|---|---|
| Run by | Broward County cities partnership |
| Address | rotating: Pompano Beach 1660 NE 10th Street (Apr, Jul, Oct 2026); other host cities · Map4 |
| Hours | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on event dates (13 per year)4 |
| Fees | free for Pompano Beach residents4 |
| Who can use it | proof of residency4 |
Item guides: Mattress · Couch and furniture · Appliances · Paint · Batteries · Electronics · Tires · Motor oil · Christmas tree.
Missed pickup and contacts
| Missed pickup form | Not published by the city (official page) |
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| Phone | Environmental Services 954.786.4030; Coastal Waste & Recycling 954.947.40001 |
| 311 | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Official website | pompanobeachfl.gov1 |
| [email protected]1 | |
| Hauler phone | Coastal 954-751-6804 (service-day questions)5 |
Nearby cities
- Fort Lauderdale, FL7 miles · A private hauler under city contract
- Coral Springs, FL8 miles · A private hauler under city contract
- Sunrise, FL9 miles · A private hauler under city contract
- Hollywood, FL15 miles · A private hauler under city contract
- Pembroke Pines, FL20 miles · A private hauler under city contract
- Miami Gardens, FL21 miles · The city collects
Other cities served by Coastal Waste & Recycling
All Florida cities: Florida trash pickup schedules.
Pompano Beach trash pickup FAQ
What day is trash picked up in Pompano Beach?
Trash is collected twice weekly. Six map-color zones (map rev. 10-06-2022): Red Mon & Thu garbage / recycling Mon / bulk Thu; Pink Mon & Thu / recycling Thu / bulk Mon; Bright green Tue & Fri / recycling Fri / bulk Tue; Light green Tue & Fri / recycling Tue / bulk Fri; Dark blue Wed & Sat / recycling Wed / bulk Sat; Light blue Wed & Sat / recycling Sat / bulk Wed.
Is trash picked up on Thanksgiving Day 2026 in Pompano Beach?
Thanksgiving Day falls on Thu, Nov 26, 2026. Skipped (no make-up day): No collection Thursday Nov 26; Thursday carts are serviced on the next scheduled service day (bagged extra material beside carts taken then); no make-up day.
Is trash picked up on Christmas Day 2026 in Pompano Beach?
Christmas Day falls on Fri, Dec 25, 2026. Skipped (no make-up day): No collection Friday Dec 25; Friday carts are serviced on the next scheduled service day; no make-up day.
Is trash picked up on New Year's Day 2027 in Pompano Beach?
New Year's Day falls on Fri, Jan 1, 2027. No change: Only Thanksgiving and Christmas suspend service; collection runs as normal on New Year's Day.
How do I get rid of bulky items in Pompano Beach?
set-days (weekly curbside bulk on your zone's bulk day). no booking for weekly bulk; out after 5 p.m. the evening before or before 7 a.m. on bulk day, within 5 ft of curb line; up to 2 extra collections a year (16 cu yd each, vegetative/household only) by calling 954.786.4030 in advance
Does Pompano Beach recycle glass?
Glass: accepted in cart (glass bottles and jars).
How do I report a missed trash pickup in Pompano Beach?
call Environmental Services 954.786.4030; Coastal Waste & Recycling 954.947.4000.
Sources
- 1 Garbage Collection - City of Pompano Beach Environmental ServicesCity · pompanobeachfl.gov · checked October 30, 2026
- 2 Bulk Waste - City of Pompano BeachCity · pompanobeachfl.gov · checked October 30, 2026
- 3 Recycling Program - City of Pompano BeachCity · pompanobeachfl.gov · checked October 30, 2026
- 4 Household Hazardous Waste - City of Pompano Beach (2026 event schedule)City · pompanobeachfl.gov · checked October 30, 2026
- 5 Residential Garbage, Recycling & Bulk Pick-Up Schedule Map (rev. 10-06-2022, PDF)City · cdn.pompanobeachfl.gov · checked October 30, 2026
- 6 Pompano Beach - Coastal Waste & Recycling (city page)Contracted hauler · coastalwasteinc.com · checked October 30, 2026
- 7 Garbage Service Area (City of Pompano Beach ArcGIS Online feature layer)City · services.arcgis.com · checked November 1, 2026
- 8 Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Rate Schedule 2026-2027 (PDF)City · cdn.pompanobeachfl.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 9 Holiday Closures (city offices)City · pompanobeachfl.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 10 Collection Map & Schedule Chart image (Coastal copy of the city's Oct. 2022 map)Contracted hauler · coastalwasteinc.com · checked November 1, 2026
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