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Big Bin Events accept waste that cannot be set out for regular collection.

Residents can drop off items such as old couches, chairs, mattresses and appliances free of charge. Computers and electronics will be accepted for recycling.
 

2025 Big Bin Events Calendar

Big Bin Events run through the summer and fall of 2025. 

Hours of Operation: 9am-5pm.

DatesLocationAddress
May 3- 4Commonwealth11100 Stadium Road NW
May 10-11Callingwood17740 - 69 Avenue NW
May 17-18Eco StationsAll 4 Eco Stations
May 24-25NorthlandsWayne Gretzky Drive & 119 Avenue
May 31- June 1Terwillegar2051 Leger Road NW
June 7-8Mill Woods Town Centre2331 - 66 Street
June 28-29Eco StationsAll 4 Eco Stations
August 16-17Eco StationsAll 4 Eco Stations
September 6- 7Ellerslie2415 - 101 Street SW
September 13-14Castle Downs11520 - 153 Avenue NW
September 20-21Commonwealth11100 Stadium Road NW
September 27-28Eco StationsAll 4 Eco Stations

Accepted Items (no charge)

Bulky Items

Worn-out furniture, mattresses, car seats and other items too large for curbside.

Large Appliances

Always free at Eco Stations unless the item uses refrigerant.

  • Worn-out fridges, freezers, washers and dryers
     
Electronics

Old televisions, computers and any item with a battery or cord.

Tires

Passenger vehicle and ATV tires.

Scrap Metal

Old BBQs, rebar, and other metal items.

Yard Waste

Includes branches smaller than 0.75 metres (2.5 feet) in diameter.

Items Not Accepted

Please bring these items to an Eco Station or the Edmonton Waste Management Centre:

  • Household hazardous waste: automotive fluids, batteries, chemicals, paint and stains and other hazardous items
  • Gas-powered equipment: includes lawnmowers and snow blowers
  • Waste from businesses

Big Bin Events Do Not Accept Items for Reuse

Give your items a second life by bringing them to the Reuse Centre or a donation centre. Use the Reuse Directory to find a donation centre near you. Also consider listing your items online or gifting them to friends and family.

What Happens to Your Items

  • Large appliances, electronics, tires and scrap metal are sent for recycling
  • Yard waste is composted at the Edmonton Waste Management Centre
  • Bulky items and other garbage are taken to the Edmonton Waste Management Centre and transferred to landfill

Big Bin Events are hosted by the City, but grants are available to organizations wishing to host their own community drop-off event. Learn more about the Community Clean Up Grant Program.

Contact Us

Email  wastesupport@edmonton.ca

Phone  311 | Outside Edmonton: 780-442-5311