Boca Raton, FL Trash Pickup Holiday Schedule 2025–2026
Every holiday that moves pickup in Boca Raton — and by how many days.
Every holiday that moves pickup, 2026–2027
Upcoming first; earlier dates collapse below the table.
Earlier 2026 dates
| Holiday | Observed | Pickup | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thu, Jan 1, 2026 | Runs one day earlier | |
| Monday/Tuesday holidays | Mon, Jan 19, 2026 | Runs one day later | |
| Juneteenth / Independence Day | Sat, Jul 4, 2026 | Runs one day earlier |
“Runs one day later” moves every route on or after the holiday by one weekday. Saturday/Sunday observances normally don’t move weekday routes.
How a holiday week works in Boca Raton
The rule behind the table above, applied to your street.
Your regular day depends on your address — the city assigns collection days via its own lookup/map. On a holiday week, check the city's notice: delayed routes typically run one day later.
Common questions
Holiday-related questions first.
What days is garbage picked up in Boca Raton?
Twice weekly by area: Areas 1 and 3 get Monday+Thursday; Areas 2 and 4 get Tuesday+Friday. Recycling, vegetation and bulk run once weekly on your area's single day (Mon A1, Tue A2, Thu A3, Fri A4).
Does Boca Raton collect trash on holidays?
On most Monday holidays your Mon/Tue pickups slide to Tue/Wed. Around Thanksgiving there is no collection Wed-Fri; Christmas and New Year's Day collections move to the day BEFORE. The city publishes the exact 2025-26 table.
When is bulk trash picked up in Boca Raton?
Every week on your recycling/vegetation day. Up to 2 cubic yards free (washer+dryer size); larger amounts or off-schedule pickups go through Pay for Pickup ($161.71 min, then $35.66/cy).
Who picks up trash in Boca Raton?
The city itself - Sanitation Division at 2500 NW 1st Avenue, 561-416-3367. Calls before 2 p.m. are usually corrected the same day. Service is billed on the bi-monthly water bill ($27.90/mo single-family as of Oct 2025).
How do I look up my collection area in Boca Raton?
Use the city's Recycle-Coach lookup or the Sanitation Collection Map, which keys areas to landmarks (Spanish River Library, the airport, FAU, City Hall and others).
How do I dispose of a TV or refrigerator in Boca Raton?
Put them out with weekly bulk - white goods need doors removed, and TVs/electronics are encouraged for recycling. Keep items 5 ft clear of containers and never under power lines or trees.