Sugar Land, TX trash pickup schedule
Sugar Land 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 Exclusive 10-year franchise with Republic Services effective January 16, 2023 (residential garbage, recycling, bulky and green waste). Carts remain city property; the city's 311 handles complaints.1 |
|---|---|
| How often | Trash twice weekly, recycling weekly, yard waste weekly24 |
| Set out | By 7 a.m. on collection day, not before 6 p.m. the evening before; carts back on your property by 8 a.m. the next morning2 |
| Your pickup day | Address lookup: sugarlandtx.gov. App: MyNeighborhood (city); Track My Truck (Republic Services)1 |
| Holiday | Thanksgiving Day, Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Delayed one day. Thursday's residential collection on Friday; Friday's on Saturday.3 |
Bulk items: Set collection days (details). Drop-off sites: 3 listed (hours and fees).
Sugar Land holiday trash schedule 2026
| City’s rule | No garbage or recycling collection on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day; if your day falls on one, service is the following day. Regular garbage and bulky collection on all other holidays (MLK Day, Presidents Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day).3 |
|---|---|
| Official notice | sugarlandtx.gov3 |
| Notice pdf | sugarlandtx.gov4 |
| 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 change | Regular garbage, recycling and bulky collection.3 |
| Presidents' Day | Mon, Feb 16, 2026 | No change | Regular garbage, recycling and bulky collection.3 |
| Good Friday | Fri, Apr 3, 2026 | No change | Regular collection.4 |
| Memorial Day | Mon, May 25, 2026 | No change | Regular collection.4 |
| 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 | No change | Falls on Saturday; regular collection.4 |
| Labor Day | Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | No change | Regular collection.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 | 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's residential collection on Friday; Friday's on Saturday.3 |
| Christmas Day | Fri, Dec 25, 2026 | Moved to Saturday | Friday's residential collection on Saturday, Dec 26.4 |
| Holiday | Date | Pickup | What the city says |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | Moved to Saturday | Friday's residential collection on Saturday, Jan 2, 2027.3 |
| 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 Sugar Land
| How it works | Set collection days5 |
|---|---|
| How to request | No booking for the monthly Monday pickup (day via MyNeighborhood); set out by 7 a.m., not before 6 p.m. the evening before, 4 ft from other objects. Extra paid pickups scheduled and prepaid with Republic (713-726-7307). Three extra free collections after Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's.5 |
| Limits | Up to 5 cubic yards per bulky service day; appliances accepted with freon removed5 |
| Fees | Monthly pickup included; additional pickups $148.84 (under 3 cu yd) or $192.94 (3-5 cu yd), as of January 20251 |
| Not accepted | |
| Holiday extra | Free extra bulky pickups after the holidays, by regular bulk Monday: 1st Monday -> Thu Dec 10, 2026 (Thanksgiving), Thu Jan 14, 2027 (Christmas), Thu Jan 28, 2027 (New Year's); 2nd Monday -> Fri Dec 11, Fri Jan 15, Fri Jan 29; 3rd Monday -> Thu Dec 3, Thu Jan 7, Thu Jan 21; 4th Monday -> Fri Dec 4, Fri Jan 8, Fri Jan 22.4 |
Recycling in Sugar Land
| Pickup | weekly2 |
|---|---|
| Type | single-stream2 |
| Glass | accepted in cart2 |
| Plastics | #1-5 and #7 (no #6 styrofoam); keep caps on bottles2 |
Accepted
- Mixed paper (newspapers, magazines, catalogs, phonebooks, office/school paper, junk mail, envelopes, paperback books)2
- Cardboard, paperboard and paper bags (broken down to fit the cart)2
- Aluminum, steel and tin cans, bottles and food trays2
- Plastics #1-5 and #72
- Glass bottles and jars, all colors2
- Aseptic cartons (milk, juice, broth)2
Programs
- Extra recycling carts at no additional monthly fee1
- Textile recycling porch pickup (Green City Recycler) by online form or 832-989-27451
- Bulk cardboard recycling, on call: flattened, packing materials removed; schedule with Republic Services (713-726-7307, [email protected])4
- Recycle Round Up: two drive-through HHW/electronics events per year at Mercer Stadium (Sugar Land ID + utility bill)9
Yard waste, food scraps and seasonal pickups
| Yard waste pickup | yes - curbside green waste (voluntary, included in the rate)7 |
|---|---|
| Season | year-round (no season stated)6 |
| How often | weekly4 |
| Rules | Out by 7 a.m., not before 6 p.m. the night before; max 10 cubic yards; brush/limbs under 4 in. diameter and 4 ft long (or 4-6 in. and under 2 ft) in piles 3x3 ft; not in garbage/recycling carts. Through Dec 31, 2026 (grace period): clear/translucent bags or reusable container. From Jan 1, 2027: soft green waste only in certified compostable bags (ASTM D6400/BPI, transparent) or a labeled personal reusable container (max 40 lb); bundles tied with compostable cord, under 4 ft and 40 lb; paper bags and non-certified plastic bags not accepted.67 |
| Food scraps | not accepted in green waste6 |
| Christmas trees | 2026-27 season: live trees go out on your regular weekly green waste day with ornaments, tinsel and lights removed (not in City parks); artificial trees go out disassembled on a bulk waste collection day.4 |
| Leaf collection | Leaves go out with green waste (see bag rules; compostable bag or reusable container from Jan 1, 2027)6 |
| Cleanup events |
Drop-off sites: landfill, recycling and hazardous waste
Blue Ridge Landfill
| Type | Landfill |
|---|---|
| Address | 2200 FM 521 Road, Fresno, TX · Map8 |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat 7 a.m.-11 a.m.8 |
| Fees | One free visit per month, up to 3 cubic yards8 |
| Who can use it | Sugar Land residents: valid driver's license + physical copy of water bill with matching address; closed-toed shoes, hard hat and safety vest required8 |
Public Works Service Center (tires, cooking oil)
| Type | Recycling center |
|---|---|
| Run by | The city |
| Address | 101A Gillingham Lane, Sugar Land, TX · Map8 |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.8 |
| Fees | Cooking oil free (up to 10 gal/day); passenger tires, rims removed, max 4 per delivery8 |
| Who can use it | City residents (cooking oil)8 |
Fort Bend County Recycling Center
| Type | Household hazardous waste |
|---|---|
| Run by | The county |
| Address | 1200 Blume Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471 · Map8 |
| Hours | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Fees | Not published by the city (official page) |
| Who can use it | Fort Bend County residents8 |
Item guides: Mattress · Couch and furniture · Appliances · Paint · Batteries · Electronics · Tires · Motor oil · Christmas tree.
Missed pickup and contacts
| Missed pickup form | sugarlandtx.gov12 |
|---|---|
| Phone | Republic Services 713-726-7307 ([email protected]); City 281-275-290010 |
| 311 | 3-1-1 or 281-275-2900, [email protected]10 |
| Official website | sugarlandtx.gov1 |
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All Texas cities: Texas trash pickup schedules.
Sugar Land trash pickup FAQ
What day is trash picked up in Sugar Land?
Trash is collected twice weekly. Sugar Land does not use one citywide day: your day depends on your address. Look it up with the city’s address lookup (sugarlandtx.gov) or the MyNeighborhood (city); Track My Truck (Republic Services) app.
Is trash picked up on Thanksgiving Day 2026 in Sugar Land?
Thanksgiving Day falls on Thu, Nov 26, 2026. Delayed one day: Thursday's residential collection on Friday; Friday's on Saturday.
Is trash picked up on Christmas Day 2026 in Sugar Land?
Christmas Day falls on Fri, Dec 25, 2026. Moved to Saturday: Friday's residential collection on Saturday, Dec 26.
Is trash picked up on New Year's Day 2027 in Sugar Land?
New Year's Day falls on Fri, Jan 1, 2027. Moved to Saturday: Friday's residential collection on Saturday, Jan 2, 2027.
How do I get rid of bulky items in Sugar Land?
Set collection days. No booking for the monthly Monday pickup (day via MyNeighborhood); set out by 7 a.m., not before 6 p.m. the evening before, 4 ft from other objects. Extra paid pickups scheduled and prepaid with Republic (713-726-7307). Three extra free collections after Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's. Fees: Monthly pickup included; additional pickups $148.84 (under 3 cu yd) or $192.94 (3-5 cu yd), as of January 2025.
Does Sugar Land recycle glass?
Glass: accepted in cart.
How do I report a missed trash pickup in Sugar Land?
Use the city’s online form (sugarlandtx.gov) or call Republic Services 713-726-7307 ([email protected]); City 281-275-2900.
Sources
- 1 Sugar Land - Solid Waste & Recycling Service (incl. FAQs, rates)City · sugarlandtx.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 2 Sugar Land - Residential Services (garbage and recycling guidelines)City · sugarlandtx.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 3 Sugar Land - Holiday Service ScheduleCity · sugarlandtx.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 4 Sugar Land - 2026 Solid Waste Holiday Schedule / Holiday Bulk Collection 2026-2027 (PDF)City · sugarlandtx.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 5 Sugar Land - Bulky Waste CollectionCity · sugarlandtx.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 6 Sugar Land - Green WasteCity · sugarlandtx.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 7 Sugar Land - Update to Green Waste RequirementsCity · sugarlandtx.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 8 Sugar Land - Solid Waste & Recycling Drop-Off CentersCity · sugarlandtx.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 9 Sugar Land - Household Hazardous WasteCity · sugarlandtx.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 10 Sugar Land - Garbage and Recycling Customer ServiceCity · sugarlandtx.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 11 Sugar Land - My Neighborhood (address lookup)City · sugarlandtx.gov · checked November 1, 2026
- 12 Sugar Land - Track My TruckCity · sugarlandtx.gov · checked November 1, 2026
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