Saugus holiday trash and recycling schedule, 2026-27
Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's pickup, Christmas tree dates, and holiday waste rules. Checked November 9, 2026. Confirm with the town before you set anything out.
Holiday pickup delays
Trash and recycling: Capitol Waste Services. Town contract with Capitol Waste Services (855-533-3400); weekly trash and recycling out by 7:00 am. Confirmed on the town brochure PDF. Source
Thanksgiving week
Thu Nov 26, 2026Town brochure lists Thanksgiving Day: that day's collection and the rest of the week are delayed one day (Friday goes to Saturday). No 2026 notice posted; brochure is undated. Source
Last year: Town posted a one-day-delay notice each prior Thanksgiving (2018, 2022, 2023 found via search; 2025 not found). Pattern: no Thursday pickup, Thu route Friday, Fri route Saturday.
Christmas week
Fri Dec 25, 2026Town brochure lists Christmas Day: that day's collection and the rest of the week are delayed one day (Friday goes to Saturday). No 2026 notice posted. Source
New Year's week
Fri Jan 1, 2027Town brochure lists New Years Day: collection delayed one day for the rest of the week (Friday to Saturday). No Jan 2027 notice posted. Source
Christmas tree pickup, January 2027
No curbside tree dates posted. The town FAQ says a Christmas tree can be put out with the trash only during the 3 weeks after the holiday. Confirm with Solid Waste 781-231-4036. Source
Rules
- Town FAQ: Christmas trees may go in the regular trash, but only in the 3 weeks after the holiday
Want it gone sooner? We pick up trees in Saugus, $40 and up.
Holiday waste rules in Saugus
Cardboard boxes
Town FAQ: boxes must be broken down flat for recycling. Source
Styrofoam
Town FAQ: Styrofoam goes in the trash. Foam products, light bulbs and plastic bags do not go in the recycling bin. Source
Batteries and electronics
CHaRM Center takes fluorescent bulbs, batteries, TVs, computer monitors and computers free (cash not accepted, checks only). Source
No Saugus guidance found for: wrapping paper, foil and bows, old string lights, cooking oil and grease, live wreaths and garland. Call the DPW.
Bulky items, swap shop and transfer station
CHaRM Center, 515 Main St (behind DPW), 781-231-4036: typically Wed and Sat 8-2 from mid-April to early December, plus 3 winter dates weather permitting (not listed on the sheet). Check only, no cash or card. Curbside bulky items need a $2 Green Sticker; white goods call Capitol 855-533-3400, Wednesdays. Source
Saugus holiday trash
2026-27Hauler: Capitol Waste Services
- Thanksgiving week (Thu Nov 26, 2026)
Town brochure lists Thanksgiving Day: that day's collection and the rest of the week are delayed one day (Friday goes to Saturday). No 2026 notice posted; brochure is undated. - Christmas week (Fri Dec 25, 2026)
Town brochure lists Christmas Day: that day's collection and the rest of the week are delayed one day (Friday goes to Saturday). No 2026 notice posted. - New Year's week (Fri Jan 1, 2027)
Town brochure lists New Years Day: collection delayed one day for the rest of the week (Friday to Saturday). No Jan 2027 notice posted. - Christmas trees
Dates not posted yet (check back). Town FAQ: Christmas trees may go in the regular trash, but only in the 3 weeks after the holiday.
Checked November 9, 2026. Confirm with Saugus DPW. Too much to put out? JunkRun, insured, text a photo for a price: (617) 545-0382. junkrun.co/holiday-trash-schedule/saugus
After the holidays: a pile too big for the curb?
Too much for the Saugus curb or a dump run? JunkRun is insured. We carry it out from inside, load it and haul it away. Flat prices, $159 minimum:
- Pile of boxes, wrapping and packaging (about a quarter trailer)$209
- Half a trailer: garage or basement shelf cleanout$319
- Old couch, carried out from any floor$139
- Mattress, recycling included$89–$129
- Christmas tree at the curb or by the door$40
- Tree carried out from inside (up to 8 ft)$55
Not sure what it comes to? Send a photo and we'll give you a price.
(617) 545-0382