Hennepin County organizes collection events throughout the year to give residents more convenient, local disposal options for their household hazardous wastes.

Upcoming events

Hennepin County organizes two types of events - three-day community collection events and one-day Minneapolis neighborhood events.

Please note that the materials accepted differ between the three-day and one-day events. 

Community Collection Events (three-day events)

Events are held Thursday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the following dates and locations:

  • Sept. 16 - 18 in Shorewood Public Works

See the community collection events web page for addresses and materials accepted.

Minneapolis Neighborhood Collection Events (one-day events)

Events are held on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the following dates and locations:

  • Oct. 9, Minneapolis Park Board Southside Operations Center

See the neighborhood events web page for addresses and materials accepted.

Permanent drop-off facilities

But why wait? Our permanent drop-off facilities are open year round and accept all your problem wastes, including hazardous waste, electronics, appliances, automotive wastes, and more!