Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Kissimmee
Florida residential routes generally operate Monday through Friday. Your specific household collection depends on your local county zoning map.
State Mandate
Do not mix yard trimmings with regular household garbage.
Brown Bin (Trash)
Place no further than 3 feet from the curb with handles facing away from the street. Bins must be curbside by 7:00 a.m. on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Styrofoam
- ✓Plastic bags
- ✓Glass
- ✓Small electronics
- ✓Hardback books
- ✓Light bulbs
- ✓Wrapping paper
- ✓Ceramics or dishes
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Flatten all cardboard and place recyclables loosely in the blue container. Do not bag recyclables in plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Aluminum, tin, and steel cans
- ✓Paper
- ✓Magazines and junk mail
- ✓Plastic containers and bottles (#1 - #7, lids removed)
- ✓Flattened cardboard boxes and cartons
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Household garbage
- ✕Yard waste
- ✕Glass
- ✕Styrofoam
Yard Waste Bin
Use the green container only. Do not use plastic bags or yard waste bags. Exclude rocks, dirt, concrete, painted wood, and hot coals.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass trimmings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Weeds
- ✓Small tree branches
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Once a week on your designated bulk pickup day.
Placement
Place items at least four feet away from mailboxes, fences, and storm drains. Refrigerators must be placed door side down or have doors removed.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Appliances
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Swing sets
- ✓ Large boxes
- ✓ Large tree trimmings and landscape debris
Not Accepted
- ✕ Items generated by private contractors (remodeling or professional tree work)
Standard residential weekly bulk pickup is included, but unusually large loads or multi-cubic-yard piles may incur specific fees ranging from $25.85 (1 cubic yard) up to $310.20 (12 cubic yards).
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
On major holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas, routes will not run and collections are delayed. Admin offices are closed on all listed holidays, though minor holidays generally do not alter the pickup schedule.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste follows the same adjusted holiday schedule as regular residential waste.
Always check the city's official portal during holiday weeks, as specific delays vary. If your pickup falls on Christmas Day, for example, it may be collected the following Saturday.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Ditch the Plastic Bags in Recycling
Kissimmee strictly prohibits bagging your recyclables. Leave your plastic bottles and flattened cardboard loose in the blue bin, and throw away any plastic grocery bags in the brown garbage cart.
Remove Lids from Plastic Bottles
Before tossing your #1 through #7 plastic bottles into the recycling, unscrew and discard the lids into your regular trash to help the sorting facility process the plastics efficiently.
Keep Dirt and Rocks Out of Yard Waste
Your green cart is for organic plant matter only. Heavy materials like rocks, concrete, and soil can severely damage the automated side-loading trucks, so they must be kept entirely out of the yard waste bin.
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June to NovemberFlorida's storm season means yard debris can pile up quickly. Secure your brown, blue, and green carts before a hurricane hits, and refrain from placing large bulk piles at the curb if a tropical storm watch is issued for Osceola County.
Winter Holidays
December and JanuaryExpect route delays around major holidays like Christmas. The Solid Waste Division administrative offices close on these days, meaning your standard garbage and recycling pickups may be pushed back or collected on a Saturday.
Spring Cleaning
March to MayAs you clear out your home for the spring, utilize Kissimmee's weekly bulk collection for old furniture and mattresses. Ensure these large piles are kept at least four feet away from your green yard waste cart and other objects.
About Kissimmee Waste Management
Comprehensive Municipal Collection in Kissimmee
The City of Kissimmee Solid Waste Division takes an active role in keeping our Florida neighborhoods pristine. Unlike cities that fully outsource to private companies, Kissimmee operates its own fleet of fully automated side-loading trucks. For residents living strictly within the city limits, this means unified, once-a-week pickups covering garbage, recycling, yard waste, and bulk items on the same convenient schedule.
Automated Arm Clearances and Cart Placement
Because Kissimmee utilizes automated lifting mechanisms, proper cart placement is essential. Brown garbage bins, blue recycling containers, and green yard waste carts must sit at least three feet from the curb. Furthermore, the city mandates a four-foot clearance around each cart—keeping them away from mailboxes, trees, and fences—and at least 10 feet of space away from parked vehicles so the mechanical arms can safely maneuver.
Navigating Unincorporated Osceola County vs. City Limits
It's important to verify your exact jurisdiction before setting out your bins. While your mailing address may say 'Kissimmee,' homes located in unincorporated Osceola County are actually serviced by Waste Management rather than the municipal fleet. If you are a new resident, you can easily confirm your status via the city's boundary map to ensure you follow the correct guidelines and contact the right hauler.
Managing Large Appliances and Furniture
Kissimmee makes it incredibly convenient to get rid of bulky household items. Standard residential service includes weekly bulk pickup alongside regular trash. Residents can place furniture, oversized boxes, and even appliances at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on their scheduled day. Just remember to remove or secure the doors on refrigerators to prevent any safety hazards for neighborhood children.
Safe Disposal of Hazardous Household Materials
Central Florida ecosystems rely on proper chemical disposal, and Kissimmee residents have free access to Osceola County’s Bass Road Disposal Facility. Located just south of the city center, this site safely accepts old paint, motor oil, pool chemicals, and lithium-ion batteries. Keeping these flammable or toxic materials out of your standard brown and blue bins protects both the local water table and city sanitation workers from vehicle fires.
Drop-off Facilities
Bass Road Disposal Facility
750 S. Bass Road, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I put glass in my recycling bin in Kissimmee?
No, glass should not be placed in the blue recycling container. All glass items, along with ceramics and dishes, must be thrown away in your brown trash cart.
What happens if I leave my bins at the curb after my collection day?
Containers left curbside after 8:00 a.m. the day following your collection may be rolled back by City crews, and you will be charged a Container Rollback fee of $11.74.
Does the city pick up yard waste in plastic bags?
No, the City of Kissimmee prohibits the use of plastic bags or paper yard waste bags inside the green yard waste container. All grass clippings, weeds, and leaves must be placed loosely inside the bin.
Who handles trash pickup if my Kissimmee address is in unincorporated Osceola County?
If your home falls within unincorporated Osceola County rather than the official Kissimmee city limits, your solid waste and recycling services are managed by Waste Management, not the City of Kissimmee Solid Waste Division.