Connecticut
Recycling drop-off
Middletown recycling drop-off
Hours, sticker price, who can use it, item fees, hazardous waste options, and holiday notes for Middletown Recycling Center.
Not a household-trash drop-off. This page covers recycling or compost materials only, plus any specifically listed bulky items. Check the accepted materials before loading your vehicle.
Last verified from official sources: 2026-11-05
Who can use it
Middletown residents and businesses only, for material generated in Middletown. Waste-hauling businesses must register and obtain a facility license.
Hours
- Monday through Friday year-round: 7:00 AM to 2:45 PM.
- April through June and September through November: every Saturday 7:00 AM to 11:45 AM.
- December through March and July through August: first and third Saturdays only, 7:00 AM to 11:45 AM.
Sticker or permit
Required: Yes
Price: Vehicle tag required; tag price not stated on the checked page.
Where to buy: Public Works, City Hall Room 210, Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM; official online or mail applications also available.
Notes: Proof of residency or vehicle registration required with mailed application.
Per-item fees
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Accepted recyclables and bulk waste | The city links a separate accepted-materials fee schedule. Current dollar rows were not verified here; confirm before loading. |
Common disposals
Pulled from the same official sources as the fee table. Confirm with the town if anything conflicts.
- Mattress / box spring: Mattresses and box springs are listed among accepted recyclable materials.
- TVs / electronics: Household electronics are listed as accepted.
- Yard waste / brush: Yard waste and food scraps are listed as accepted recyclables. Larger landscaping debris is listed under bulk waste.
Statewide context: Mattresses · Tires · Appliances · TVs / electronics · Paint · All guides
Hazardous waste
Do not bring general household hazardous waste unless the town specifically lists the material or announces a collection event.
Holiday closures
Published upcoming closures: November 11, 2026 (Veterans Day); November 26 and 27, 2026 (Thanksgiving); December 25, 2026; January 1, 2027. Check the city calendar for other changes.
Other notes
- Not a household-trash drop-off. Regular household trash must be collected at the property.
- Maximum two tons of material per load. No asphalt, concrete or clean fill.
- Selected bulk waste includes broken furniture, wood, construction/demolition debris, landscaping debris over 6 inches diameter, scrap metal, freon-containing items and tires.
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Sources
Every fee and hour above was taken from these official pages or PDFs on 2026-11-05. If something conflicts, trust the town.