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Springfield, MA trash pickup schedule

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

Population 154,702 (Census 2025 estimate)Last checked Not affiliated with any city, county or hauler.

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Quick answer

Who collectsThe city collects Springfield DPW Solid Waste Division collects trash (weekly, automated carts) and recycling/yard waste (every other week) for residents and properties that pay the City's annual trash fee ($90 per barrel); the calendar is 'For all Residents with Municipal Trash Collection'.1
How oftenTrash weekly, recycling every other week (A/B weeks) on the regular trash day, yard waste every other week, on recycling day, out by 6:30 a.m.139
Set outon the tree belt by 6:30 a.m. on collection day, facing the street1
Your pickup dayAddress lookup: maps.springfield-ma.gov4 · Look up your day here
Holiday Veterans Day, Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Moved to Saturday. Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2026-11-14.9

Bulk items: By appointment (details). Drop-off sites: 2 listed (hours and fees).

Springfield holiday trash schedule 2026

City’s ruleNo pickup on observed holidays (circled on the 2026-2027 calendar); that day's collection is picked up on the following Saturday. Other days that week are not shifted. Same rule for bad-weather cancellations.9
Official noticespringfield-ma.gov9
Springfield 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) Not on the city’s list Not on the city’s list for this year
Independence Day Observed Fri, Jul 3, 2026 Moved to Saturday Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2026-07-04.9
Labor Day Mon, Sep 7, 2026 Moved to Saturday Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2026-09-12.9
Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day Mon, Oct 12, 2026 Moved to Saturday Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2026-10-17.9
Veterans Day Wed, Nov 11, 2026 Moved to Saturday Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2026-11-14.9
Thanksgiving Day Thu, Nov 26, 2026 Moved to Saturday Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2026-11-28.9
Christmas Day Fri, Dec 25, 2026 Moved to Saturday Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2026-12-26.9
Springfield trash pickup on holidays, 2027
HolidayDatePickupWhat the city says
New Year's Day Fri, Jan 1, 2027 Moved to Saturday Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2027-01-02.9
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Mon, Jan 18, 2027 Moved to Saturday Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2027-01-23.9
Presidents' Day Mon, Feb 15, 2027 Moved to Saturday Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2027-02-20.9
Patriots' Day Mon, Apr 19, 2027 Moved to Saturday Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2027-04-24.9
Memorial Day Mon, May 31, 2027 Moved to Saturday Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2027-06-05.9
Juneteenth Fri, Jun 18, 2027 (observed) Not on the city’s list Not on the city’s list for this year
Juneteenth Observed Fri, Jun 18, 2027 Moved to Saturday Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2027-06-19.9
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: 2026-2027 Springfield Recycling Info / Collection Calendar… Last checked Report a change

Bulk trash pickup in Springfield

How it worksBy appointment2
How to requestcall 311 / 413-736-3111 in advance for an appointment; buy stickers at Big Y supermarkets (Springfield, East Longmeadow, Ludlow, Longmeadow, West Springfield) or City Hall Clerk's Office, 36 Court St.; only for properties paying the trash fee2
Limitsone $8 sticker per bulk item (mattresses/box springs two stickers); rugs cut to 4-5 ft lengths, rolled and tied2
Fees$8 per item; mattresses and box springs $16 per unit (2 stickers, since Feb 4, 2025); extra trash bags $2 sticker each2
Accepted
  • refrigerators, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, furniture (chairs, tables, cribs, couches, bed frames, sofas), fans, filing cabinets, TVs, plumbing fixtures, doors, windows, bicycles, grills, large toys, tires, lawn mowers, snow blowers, stoves, washers, dryers, rugs (cut 4-5 ft, rolled, tied); mattresses/box springs (2 stickers)2
Not acceptedNot published by the city (official page)

Sources: DPW Bulk Pickup Last checked Report a change

Recycling in Springfield

Pickupevery other week (A/B weeks) on the regular trash day9
Typesingle-stream4
Glassaccepted in cart5
Plastics#1-#7 jugs, bottles and round tubs; small plastic food packaging; no Styrofoam or plastic bags5

Accepted

  • Paper: newspaper, office paper, junk mail, magazines, catalogs, boxboard, corrugated cardboard (flattened)5
  • Aluminum and food cans (labels OK), soda cans5
  • Rigid plastic jugs, bottles and round tubs #1-7; small plastic food packaging5
  • Glass bottles and jars, any color5
  • Pizza boxes and cardboard food containers free of food5
  • Milk and juice cartons, drink boxes; aerosol cans and aluminum foil9

Not accepted

  • Disposable plastic bags, ovenable meat trays, Styrofoam in any form, broken glass5
  • Light bulbs, window/auto glass, dishes, Pyrex, ceramics; containers over 2 gal., motor oil/chemical/foam containers, flower pots9
  • Carts with non-recyclables are tagged with an orange sticker and not collected6

Programs

  • 95-gallon recycling cart; free exchange for a smaller cart via 311; extra recycling in a reusable container or cardboard box next to the cart5

Sources: Single Stream Recycling, Single Stream FAQ, What not to Recycle, 2026-2027 Springfield Recycling Info / Collection Calendar… Last checked Report a change

Yard waste, food scraps and seasonal pickups

Yard waste pickupYes3
SeasonApril - mid-December (2026 collection started April 7, 2026), weather permitting9
How oftenevery other week, on recycling day, out by 6:30 a.m.3
Rulesloose in 32-gal barrels with handles or 30-gal paper leaf bags, max 40 lb; twigs/brush ≤2 ft long and ≤1/2 in; branches ≤3 in diameter and ≤4 ft, tied in bundles; no logs/stumps3
Food scrapsNot published by the city (official page)
Christmas trees2026-27 season: collected during January 2027 on your regular recycling day9
Leaf collectionLeaves go out with curbside yard waste on recycling weeks through mid-December; Bondi's Island drop-off also open Saturdays 7 a.m.-noon during fall leaf season3

Sources: Yard Waste, 2026-2027 Springfield Recycling Info / Collection Calendar… Last checked Report a change

Drop-off sites: landfill, recycling and hazardous waste

Bondi's Island yard waste drop-off (Springfield Regional Compost Site)

TypeCompost / yard waste site
Run byThe city
AddressBondi's Island Landfill, Route 5, Agawam · Map3
HoursMon-Fri 7:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.; Saturdays 7 a.m.-noon during fall leaf season (Yard Waste page drop-off section). Conflicts: the same page also says landfill hours include Saturdays 7-12 generally, and the calendar says 'Some Saturdays - call 413-787-7840 for schedule'. Call 413-787-7840 to confirm Saturdays.3
Feesfree for yard and leaf waste; logs and stumps for a fee3
Who can use itSpringfield and Agawam residents3

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Depot

TypeHousehold hazardous waste
Run byThe city
AddressSpringfield DPW, 70 Tapley Street, Springfield, MA 01104 · Map8
Hours6 collection days a year, by appointment (call 413-736-3111). Fall 2026: Saturdays Aug 15, Aug 22, Sep 26, 8 a.m.-noon (all past as of 2026-10-30; next dates not yet posted)8
Feesfree for Springfield residents; 10-gallon limit per household8
Who can use itSpringfield households only, no businesses8
Not acceptedmedications, needles, asbestos, ammunition (Fall 2026 flyer); radioactive, pathological/medical, commercial/industrial waste, explosives (HHW page)

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

Sources: Yard Waste, Household Hazardous Waste, Fall 2026 HHW Collection Depot schedule (image on HHW page) Last checked Report a change

Missed pickup and contacts

Missed pickup formNot published by the city (official page)
Phone311 from Springfield landlines, or 413-736-3111 (DPW Solid Waste / Customer Service)2
311311 / 413-736-3111; online requests springfield-ma.gov1
Official websitespringfield-ma.gov1

Sources: Solid Waste Division (Trash & Recycling), DPW Bulk Pickup Last checked Report a change

Nearby cities

All Massachusetts cities: Massachusetts trash pickup schedules.

Springfield trash pickup FAQ

What day is trash picked up in Springfield?

Trash is collected weekly. Springfield does not use one citywide day: your day depends on your address. Look it up with the city’s address lookup (maps.springfield-ma.gov).

Is trash picked up on Thanksgiving Day 2026 in Springfield?

Thanksgiving Day falls on Thu, Nov 26, 2026. Moved to Saturday: Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2026-11-28.

Is trash picked up on Christmas Day 2026 in Springfield?

Christmas Day falls on Fri, Dec 25, 2026. Moved to Saturday: Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2026-12-26.

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

New Year's Day falls on Fri, Jan 1, 2027. Moved to Saturday: Circled 'Holiday Observed (No Pickup)' on the 2026-2027 calendar; collection for that day is picked up Saturday 2027-01-02.

How do I get rid of bulky items in Springfield?

By appointment. call 311 / 413-736-3111 in advance for an appointment; buy stickers at Big Y supermarkets (Springfield, East Longmeadow, Ludlow, Longmeadow, West Springfield) or City Hall Clerk's Office, 36 Court St.; only for properties paying the trash fee Fees: $8 per item; mattresses and box springs $16 per unit (2 stickers, since Feb 4, 2025); extra trash bags $2 sticker each.

Does Springfield recycle glass?

Glass: accepted in cart.

How do I report a missed trash pickup in Springfield?

call 311 from Springfield landlines, or 413-736-3111 (DPW Solid Waste / Customer Service).

Sources

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    Solid Waste Division (Trash & Recycling)City · springfield-ma.gov · checked October 30, 2026
  2. 2
    DPW Bulk PickupCity · springfield-ma.gov · checked October 30, 2026
  3. 3
    Yard WasteCity · springfield-ma.gov · checked October 30, 2026
  4. 4
    Single Stream RecyclingCity · springfield-ma.gov · checked October 30, 2026
  5. 5
    Single Stream FAQCity · springfield-ma.gov · checked October 30, 2026
  6. 6
    What not to RecycleCity · springfield-ma.gov · checked October 30, 2026
  7. 7
    Municipal Trash ServiceCity · springfield-ma.gov · checked October 30, 2026
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    Household Hazardous WasteCity · springfield-ma.gov · checked October 30, 2026
  9. 9
    2026-2027 Springfield Recycling Info / Collection Calendar (PDF)City · springfield-ma.gov · checked October 30, 2026
  10. 10
    City of Springfield WebGIS - Trash Day/Recycle Week layerCity · maps.springfield-ma.gov · checked October 30, 2026
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    Fall 2026 HHW Collection Depot schedule (image on HHW page)City · springfield-ma.gov · checked October 30, 2026

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