Minneapolis, MN Trash Pickup Holiday Schedule
Every holiday that moves pickup in Minneapolis — and by how many days.
Every holiday that moves pickup, 2026–2027
Upcoming first; earlier dates collapse below the table.
No dated holiday shifts published yet — see the rule callouts below.
- Major holidays — Runs one day later: If your collection day falls on or after a major holiday, pickup is delayed by one day. The registered city page does not enumerate which holidays qualify; check current city notices for a specific date.
“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 Minneapolis
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 day is garbage pickup in Minneapolis?
The City assigns your garbage day and it cannot be changed. Carts out by 6 a.m.; pickup happens 6 a.m.-6 p.m.
How often is recycling collected in Minneapolis?
Every other week - 83 districts coded by day (1-5) and rotation week (W1/W2), e.g. '3W1' is day 3, week 1 of the rotation.
What happens to my pickup after a holiday in Minneapolis?
If your collection day falls on or after a major holiday, collection is delayed by one day.
How many large items can I put out in Minneapolis?
Up to two per week on your pickup day, tagged 'For Solid Waste'; mattresses need a call ahead by your recycling pickup day.
Where can I drop off garbage in Minneapolis?
South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Ave S (Tue-Fri 12:30-7:30 p.m., Sat 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.) - city customers get 6 cleanup vouchers a year.