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North Tonawanda NY · Big Garbage Day & Bulk Trash Guide 2026
Big Garbage DayNorth Tonawanda, NY
North Tonawanda’s big garbage day — officially called bulk pickup — runs monthly, not twice a year like Buffalo. Here’s exactly when your bulk week is, what they take, and what gets you a fine.
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4 cu ydMax Per Week
FreeNT Residents
695-8585DPW Phone
City of North Tonawanda — Department of Public Works
Address
758 Erie Avenue, North Tonawanda NY 14120
Phone
(716) 695-8585
Hours
Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Email
sanitation@northtonawanda.org
2026 North Tonawanda Big Garbage Day Schedule
North Tonawanda’s big garbage day — bulk pickup — runs once per month during a designated week. Unlike Buffalo’s twice-yearly district system, NT residents get a bulk week every month (except November). Bulk is collected on your regular garbage day during that week. Items placed outside your bulk week may receive a ticket and fine.
⚠️ Important — Bulk Week Only
Items placed at the curb outside of your designated bulk pickup week may be subject to a ticket and fine. Bulk is collected on your regular garbage day — not a separate pickup day. Late outs may not be picked up.
January
Jan 5 – Jan 9
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February
Feb 2 – Feb 6
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March
Mar 2 – Mar 6
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April
Apr 6 – Apr 10
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May
May 4 – May 8
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June
Jun 8 – Jun 12
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July
Jul 6 – Jul 10
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August
Aug 3 – Aug 7
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September
Sep 7 – Sep 11
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October
Oct 5 – Oct 9
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November
No Bulk Pickup
Use paid removal if needed
December
Dec 7 – Dec 11
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What’s Accepted — and What Isn’t
Know these rules before putting anything at the curb. The restricted items list is longer than most residents realize.
✓ Accepted at Curbside
- Furniture — sofas, chairs, dressers, tables
- Mattresses and box springs
- Appliances — stoves, washers, dryers (no Freon)
- Branches and brush — bundled, max 4 ft, during non-bulk weeks
- Bagged yard waste — grass clippings in clear bags
- Boxed or bundled DIY renovation debris
- Piles must not exceed 4 cubic yards (3 ft × 3 ft × 12 ft)
- Keep items away from bubblers or water boxes
✗ Restricted — NOT Accepted
- Automotive parts
- Bathtubs
- Boats
- Concrete, bricks, dirt, stone
- Construction / contractor debris
- Electronics — bring to DPW at 758 Erie Ave
- Fencing
- Garage doors
- Hazardous materials
- Hot tubs
- Loose glass (call first)
- Plastic film / bags
- Roofing materials
- Tires — bring to DPW ($5–$10 each)
- Trailers, truck caps, bed liners
- Windows (call first)
📦 Keep It Neat
Box, bag, or bundle your bulk items when possible. If debris is placed in a non-city-issued tote, the crew will take the debris and the tote. Piles should not exceed 4 cubic yards (3 ft × 3 ft × 12 ft).
Electronics, Tires & Hazardous Waste — NT Options
Three categories that cannot go in curbside bulk — but North Tonawanda has free or low-cost options for each.
Free Drop-Off
Electronics Recycling — NT DPW
NT residents can drop off electronics directly at the DPW facility during business hours. Bring proof of residency and check in upon arrival. Accepted items include TVs, computers, monitors, and other e-waste. Also see our full WNY electronics recycling guide →
Low-Cost
Tire Disposal — NT DPW
Tires cannot go in curbside bulk trash. North Tonawanda residents can bring tires directly to the DPW facility at 758 Erie Avenue for disposal. Cost is $5–$10 per tire depending on size. Cash only — call (716) 695-8585 to confirm current pricing before bringing tires.
Hazardous Waste
Hazman — Tonawanda
Household chemicals, cleaners, paints, and other hazardous materials cannot go in bulk trash. Hazman in nearby Tonawanda accepts these items — call ahead for appointment and pricing. NT residents may qualify for free drop-off up to 50 lbs. Also accepts electronics and appliances containing refrigerants.
🪵 Free Wood Chips
North Tonawanda repurposes brush and trees into wood chips, available free for NT residents at the DPW on Erie Avenue. Great for mulch or compost. NT residents only.
2026 Holiday Schedule — North Tonawanda
When a holiday falls on or before your collection day, service shifts one day late for the rest of that week. These holidays have no service change: Independence Day, Good Friday, Martin Luther King Day, and Juneteenth.
| Holiday | 2026 Date | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thursday, January 1 | Service one day late through that week |
| Presidents’ Day | Monday, February 16 | Service one day late through that week |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 25 | Service one day late through that week |
| Labor Day | Monday, September 7 | Service one day late through that week |
| Columbus Day | Monday, October 12 | Service one day late through that week |
| Veterans Day | Wednesday, November 11 | Service one day late through that week |
| Thanksgiving | Thursday, November 26 | Service one day late through that week |
| Christmas | Friday, December 25 | Service one day late through that week |
Paid Junk Removal — When Bulk Week Isn’t Enough
For volume beyond the 4 cubic yard limit, items outside the accepted list, or when you need removal before your next bulk week — these services cover North Tonawanda and Niagara County.
Same-Day Available
1-800-GOT-JUNK — WNY
Full-service junk removal covering North Tonawanda and all of Niagara County. Takes furniture, appliances, renovation debris, and bulk items that NT won’t collect — including restricted categories. Same-day appointments available. Book at 1800gotjunk.com.
Upfront Pricing
LoadUp — North Tonawanda
Real-time upfront pricing online — no surprises. Serves North Tonawanda and Niagara County. Curbside or in-home pickup. Eco-conscious — attempts donation before disposal. Book at goloadup.com for availability and pricing.
Eco-Focused
The Junkluggers — WNY
Eco-focused junk removal serving WNY including North Tonawanda. Prioritizes donation to local charities before disposal. Free on-site estimates. Good option for full home cleanouts or estates where some items are still usable.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Bulk Trash North Tonawanda NY
When is big garbage day in North Tonawanda NY 2026?
North Tonawanda’s big garbage day — officially called bulk pickup — runs monthly throughout 2026. The schedule is: January 5–9, February 2–6, March 2–6, April 6–10, May 4–8, June 8–12, July 6–10, August 3–7, September 7–11, October 5–9, no bulk in November, December 7–11. Unlike Buffalo which only runs big trash day twice a year by district, North Tonawanda gives residents a bulk week every month. Bulk is collected on your regular garbage day during the designated week.
When is big trash day in North Tonawanda?
North Tonawanda runs big trash day (bulk pickup) once a month. For 2026: January 5–9, February 2–6, March 2–6, April 6–10, May 4–8, June 8–12, July 6–10, August 3–7, September 7–11, October 5–9, no pickup in November, December 7–11. Place your bulk items at the curb on your regular garbage collection day during the designated bulk week. Items placed outside your scheduled bulk week may receive a ticket and fine. Call DPW at (716) 695-8585 with any questions.
When is big garbage day in North Tonawanda NY in 2026?
North Tonawanda runs bulk pickup once per month during a designated week. The 2026 schedule is: January 5–9, February 2–6, March 2–6, April 6–10, May 4–8, June 8–12, July 6–10, August 3–7, September 7–11, October 5–9, no bulk in November, December 7–11. Bulk is collected on your regular garbage day during the designated week — not a separate pickup day. Items placed outside your bulk week may receive a ticket and fine.
How does North Tonawanda bulk trash work differently from Buffalo?
Buffalo uses a twice-yearly seasonal system where each of nine council districts gets one spring and one fall bulk week. North Tonawanda runs monthly bulk pickup for all residents — no districts, no spring/fall calendar. You get one bulk week per month (except November). Bulk is picked up on your regular garbage day during that week. The 4 cubic yard limit per pickup is the same as Buffalo’s.
What is the 4 cubic yard limit for North Tonawanda bulk trash?
Four cubic yards equals roughly a pile 3 feet wide by 3 feet deep by 12 feet long. This is the maximum pile size the city will collect per bulk week pickup. For volumes exceeding this, or for restricted items, contact a paid junk removal service like 1-800-GOT-JUNK or LoadUp.
Can I put a refrigerator out for North Tonawanda bulk trash?
Refrigerators and freezers contain Freon/refrigerants and require special handling. Call North Tonawanda DPW at (716) 695-8585 before placing any appliance containing refrigerant at the curb to confirm current rules. Alternatively, the National Grid appliance recycling program picks up qualifying refrigerators free with a $50 rebate for National Grid electric customers — call 1-877-889-4762.
Where can I recycle electronics in North Tonawanda?
NT residents can drop off electronics at the DPW facility at 758 Erie Avenue during business hours (Mon–Fri 7 AM–3 PM). Bring proof of NT residency and check in upon arrival. Electronics cannot go in curbside bulk trash. Sunnking community recycling events throughout Erie and Niagara County are also free and accept all electronics with no quantity limit — check sunnking.com for upcoming NT-area events.
Can I sell my North Tonawanda home without doing a cleanout first?
Yes. Nickel City Buyers purchases North Tonawanda and Niagara County homes as-is — all furniture, appliances, and contents left behind. No coordination with bulk weeks, no hauling, no removal service required. Get a cash offer at nickelcitybuyers.com or call (716) 557-7005.
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