Your Miami Trash Day — Easier to Track in 2026
If you live in the City of Miami, the biggest mistake is mixing up city service with Miami-Dade County service or with private dumpster service for larger buildings. City of Miami homes with curbside service usually have twice-weekly garbage, every-other-week recycling, and once-weekly bulky trash. This guide keeps the Miami trash pickup schedule garbage collection system clear and practical.
📑 What’s in this guide
The City of Miami lets residents search any city address to see garbage, recycling, and bulky trash pickup days. That matters because garbage runs twice a week, recycling follows its own every-other-week calendar, and bulky trash is once a week. The exact days depend on the address you search.
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How to Find Your Miami Trash Pickup Day
The City of Miami’s schedule page is the best source because it shows garbage, recycling, and bulky trash pickup for any City of Miami address. That is far more reliable than guessing based on a ZIP code or neighborhood name.
- Open the official schedule page. Go to View Garbage Pickup, Recycling and Bulky Trash Schedules.
- Search your exact address. Choose your property from the address suggestions.
- Check all three services. The page shows garbage, recycling, and bulky trash separately for that address.
- Use the recycling calendar. If your recycle day is affected by a holiday, the City says to use your recycling calendar for the make-up date.
- Turn on alerts. Sign up for Solid Waste Service Alerts for delays, holidays, storms, and other changes.
Miami Trash Pickup Schedule 2026
The City of Miami’s current solid waste guidance divides residential service into three main parts. Garbage is collected twice each week, recycling uses an every-other-week calendar, and bulky trash is collected once each week for eligible homes with curbside carts.
| Service | How It Works | Typical Frequency | Where to Confirm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garbage | Residential curbside garbage cart service | Twice per week | Address lookup / garbage tab |
| Recycling | Blue cart curbside recycling calendar | Every other week | Address lookup / 2026 recycle calendar |
| Bulky Trash | Front-of-property curbside bulky pickup | Once per week | Address lookup / bulky tab |
| Mini Dump | Self-haul bulky items and yard trash | As needed | Mini Dump page |
The City also says Solid Waste only closes on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Christmas Day. Those are the two main holiday disruptions to plan around in 2026.
Miami Green Cart, Blue Cart, and Bulky Trash System
Miami’s residential curbside setup works best when materials stay in the right stream. Homes with curbside service typically use garbage and recycling carts, while larger items belong in the separate bulky trash collection stream.
Green Garbage Cart
Blue Recycling Cart
Bulky Trash
Mini Dump
Miami’s bulky trash page says collection can include household furniture, household electronics, white goods or appliances, and clean yard trash. The City also says yard trash must be separated from garbage and recyclables and should never go in the blue recycling bin.
⭐ Easy Miami shortcut
If you are cleaning out a home, first separate the load into normal garbage, recycling, and bulky items. That one step prevents missed pickups, illegal dumping complaints, and the common mistake of setting bulky items out on the wrong day.
Miami Set-Out Rules
Miami publishes clear curbside rules for bins and bulky trash. Following them matters because the City also warns that improper dumping can lead to enforcement.
- Put out garbage and recycling carts 12 to 24 hours before the morning of pickup.
- Keep carts at least five feet away from trees, cars, poles, and other obstructions.
- Remove carts within 24 hours after pickup to avoid a citation.
- Place bulky trash in front of the property the evening before collection day only.
- Keep bulky trash at least five feet away from all objects.
Miami Bulky Trash Pickup and Mini Dump
Miami’s bulky trash collection is once a week for eligible homes with curbside carts. It is meant for large household items and clean yard trash that do not belong in the regular garbage cart.
Bulky pickup can include:
- Household furniture
- Household electronics
- White goods and appliances
- Clean yard trash
- Check your bulky day by address. Use the official City schedule page first.
- Place items out the evening before only. Do not set them out early.
- Bundle materials correctly. The City says bundled items should be securely tied, no more than 3 feet in length, and no more than 50 pounds.
- Keep yard trash separate. Do not mix it with garbage or recyclables.
- Use the Mini Dump when needed. If you want to get rid of large items right away, the Mini Dump is often faster than waiting for curbside bulky pickup.
The City’s Mini Dump Facility is at 1290 NW 20 Street, Miami, FL 33142. City materials say it is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12 Noon, and closed Sunday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Christmas Day. Residents need one proof of City of Miami residency, and only one trip per day is allowed.
⭐ Best cleanup move
If you live in an apartment building that uses a dumpster, do not put bulky items at the curb. The City says those residents should contact the property manager or authorized hauler, or use the Mini Dump instead.
Miami Holiday Garbage Schedule 2026
Miami’s Solid Waste Department says it only closes on two holidays. That makes Miami simpler than many cities, but those two dates still matter.
| 2026 Holiday | Collection Impact |
|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day — Monday, January 19, 2026 | Garbage and bulky trash are performed on the next scheduled pickup day in your area. Recycling customers should use the recycle calendar for make-up dates. |
| Christmas Day — Friday, December 25, 2026 | Garbage and bulky trash are performed on the next scheduled pickup day in your area. Recycling customers should use the recycle calendar for make-up dates. |
| Other Holidays | The City says Solid Waste only closes on those two holidays. |
The safest approach for 2026 is to check your address schedule and sign up for service alerts before both holiday weeks, especially if your regular pickup falls close to those dates.
What to Do If Miami Missed Your Pickup
If your garbage, recycling, or bulky trash was not collected, Miami routes residents first to 311 and the Solid Waste customer service team.
- Confirm your correct pickup day. Use the address lookup before reporting a miss.
- Check the holiday rule. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Christmas Day are the two City closure days.
- Make sure placement rules were followed. Carts should have been out 12 to 24 hours before morning pickup and kept at least five feet from obstructions.
- Report the missed pickup. Call 311 or 305-468-5900.
- Use Solid Waste customer service for follow-up. The department lists 305-960-2801 and solidwastecustomerservice@miamigov.com.
Miami Mini Dump and Hazardous Material Options
The Mini Dump is the fastest official City option when you want to get rid of bulky items or yard trash without waiting for curbside collection. It is especially useful after a move, cleanup, or furniture replacement.
About Mini Dump and Bulky Trash
Mini Dump address, hours, proof-of-residency rules, and general bulky disposal guidance
Dispose of Hazardous Materials & Chemicals
City guidance for chemicals and other household materials that should not go out with normal trash
Start New Garbage & Recycling Service
New service instructions for City of Miami homes and residential properties with no more than three units
Replace Lost or Damaged Cart
Request a replacement garbage or recycling cart online or through 311
Frequently Asked Questions About Miami Trash Pickup
How often is garbage collected in the City of Miami?
The City says residential garbage collection is provided twice per week.
How often is recycling collected in Miami?
Recycling follows an every-other-week calendar based on your address and route.
How often is bulky trash collected in Miami?
For eligible homes with curbside carts, the City says bulky trash is collected once per week.
When should I put my carts out?
Miami says to put garbage and recycling bins out 12 to 24 hours prior to the morning of pickup and remove them within 24 hours after pickup.
How far should my bins or bulky pile be from obstacles?
Keep them at least five feet away from trees, cars, poles, and other objects.
What holidays affect Miami trash pickup in 2026?
The City says Solid Waste only closes on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Christmas Day.
Can apartment residents put bulky trash at the curb?
No. The City says apartment residents who use a dumpster should contact the property manager or authorized hauler, or use the Mini Dump instead.
Is the Mini Dump only for City of Miami residents?
Yes. The City says residents must show proof of City of Miami residency, and the facility is for City residents disposing of bulky items and yard trash.
Who can start new garbage and recycling service?
Only the property owner may start new service, and regular City residential service is for homes and residential properties with no more than three units.
What happens if I dump bulky items at the wrong time or place?
The City warns that illegal dumping or disposing of large items at the wrong time or in the wrong place can carry a $500 fine or arrest.
Official Miami Trash Collection Resources
View Garbage Pickup, Recycling and Bulky Trash Schedules
Official address search for garbage, recycling, and bulky trash collection days
Solid Waste Service Alerts
Real-time service notifications, holiday schedules, severe weather alerts, and delays
About Mini Dump and Bulky Trash
Mini Dump details, bulky disposal guidance, and proof-of-residency rules
Start New Garbage and Recycling Service
For City of Miami homes and residential properties with no more than three units
Replace Lost or Damaged Cart
Replace a lost, damaged, or stolen garbage or recycling cart
Dispose of Hazardous Materials & Chemicals
Official city guidance for materials that should not be placed out with regular household trash
Reminder: For Miami, always confirm whether your property is inside the City of Miami and whether it uses City curbside carts or private dumpster service. That one check prevents most schedule mistakes.