Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Easton
Maryland curbside collections typically run weekly (Monday-Friday). Your specific household collection day is determined by your local county or city zoning schedule.
State Mandate
Maryland MDE requires strict separation of yard trim from standard refuse, and mandates food scrap diversion under state law.
Town-approved containers or automated tipper cans Bin (Trash)
Set out by 6 a.m. on collection day (but no earlier than 5 p.m. the day prior). Remove empty containers by 9 p.m. on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Properly contained sharps
- ✓Wrapped broken glass
Town-approved recycling containers Bin (Recycling)
Keep recycling completely separate from household garbage and bulky trash items.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics
- ✓Glass
- ✓Metal cans
- ✓Paper
- ✓Cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Yard waste
- ✕Household garbage
- ✕Hazardous materials
Yard Waste Bin
No yard waste shall be placed in street gutters. Off-season yard waste requires bagging and scheduling via the bulk form.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Tree trimmings
- ✓Limbs (under 4 inches in diameter and 4 feet in length)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By request
Placement
Keep bulky items and metal items separate from regular household garbage when placed at the curb.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Metal items
- ✓ Bagged yard waste (off-season)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Brick
- ✕ Concrete
- ✕ Cinderblock
- ✕ Masonry items
- ✕ Stone
- ✕ Asphalt
- ✕ Dirt, soil, or mulch
- ✕ Auto parts
- ✕ Paint cans
- ✕ Dead animals
- ✕ Liquids
- ✕ Hazardous materials
- ✕ Propane or fuel tanks
Standard residential municipal bulk pick up does not list specific fees, but improperly mixed items left behind must be re-scheduled for a separate pickup.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
On a Tuesday holiday, Tuesday's route is picked up Wednesday, Wednesday's on Thursday, and Thursday's on Friday. On a Wednesday holiday, Wednesday moves to Thursday and Thursday to Friday. On a Thursday holiday, Thursday's route is picked up on Friday.
Yard Waste Exception
Bagged yard waste scheduled as bulk pickup follows standard holiday route delay rules.
Some holidays, like Columbus Day and Veteran's Day, may result in a garbage schedule shift but NO CHANGE to the recycling schedule. Always verify with the town's official Holiday Trash Map.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Fall/Winter
Mid-October to JanuaryEaston's loose leaf vacuum program is active. Residents can rake leaves to the curb (not in the street or gutters). Do not mix leaves with twigs, branches, or rocks.
Spring/Summer
February to Mid-OctoberThe leaf vacuum program is inactive. Any leaves generated during these months must be bagged and scheduled as a bulk pickup by calling Easton Public Works.
Post-Holidays
Late December to JanuaryChristmas trees can be placed curbside alongside regular trash for pickup. They are collected by a separate vehicle from the regular trash truck, so ensure they are free of ornaments and easily visible.
Drop-off Facilities
Midshore I Services - Homeowner Drop-off
7341 Barkers Landing Road, Easton, MD 21601
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I schedule a bulk trash pickup in Easton?
You must schedule bulk pickup in advance by calling the Easton Public Works department at 410-822-0513 or filling out the Bulk Trash Pickup Request Form on the town's official website. Contractor-generated waste will not be accepted.
When should I put my trash cans out for collection in Easton?
Town of Easton code mandates that waste cannot be set out before 5 p.m. on the day preceding your collection day. All items must be at the curb by 6 a.m. on the actual collection day, and empty containers must be removed by 9 p.m. that evening.
Does Easton alter trash schedules for holidays?
Yes. While some holidays result in no schedule changes, others shift the pickup days forward. For example, on a Tuesday holiday, Tuesday's route is collected Wednesday, Wednesday's on Thursday, and Thursday's on Friday. Always consult the official Easton Holiday Trash Schedule for exact dates.
Where can I take extra trash or recycling if I miss my collection?
Easton residents can utilize the Midshore I Services Homeowner Drop-off located at 7341 Barkers Landing Road. The facility accepts unlimited recycling and up to seven bags of normal household kitchen or bathroom trash per day.