Fall 2026 Recycle Event

Biannual Recycling Event

Safely dispose of the old equipment, hardware, appliances, and other household items that are cluttering your basement or garage at the annual Mercer Island Fall Recycle Event on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

WHAT YOU CAN BRING: 

• Confidential Document Shredding (5 box limit/6 paper bag limit)
• Tires*
• Propane Tanks*
• Electronic Equipment
• Scrap Metal*
• Lead Acid & Household Batteries
• Porcelain Toilets & Sinks*
• BBQ’s
• Mattresses*
• Appliances, Refrigerators & Freezers* (emptied and unsealed)
• Lawnmowers
• Printers and Copiers*
• Styrofoam

PLEASE DO NOT BRING: 

• Construction / Demolition Debris
• Garbage
• Cardboard
• Furniture
• Plastics
• Plastic Toys, Hoses, Etc.
• Paint (of any kind) - explore Paint Recycling options at www.paintcare.org/wa
• Scrap Wood
• Window Glass
• Cleaning Products
• Pesticides or Herbicides
• Solvents or Thinners
• Household Goods & Clothing 
• Light Bulbs
• Motor Oil, Filters & Antifreeze
• Household Hazardous Waste

See below for the event flyer!

*Pricing to Accept Specific Items (CASH ONLY): 

• Air Conditioner: $35
• Fridge or Freezer: $35
• Mattress or Boxspring [Must be dry]: $35
• Propane Tanks [Residential only]: $10
• Tires: Up to 6 small (<18") car tires free, $3 for each additional tire, all car tires on rim $6; truck tire $15, truck tire on rim $30
• Toilets and sinks: $25
• Water Heater w/insulation: $5
• Printers and Copiers: $5

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE:

Household Hazardous Waste is not accepted at these events but can be taken to King County’s Factoria Transfer Station; more information and hours can be found online or by calling 206-296-4692. 

Recycling Event Funding Provided By:

• WA State Department of Ecology
• King County Solid Waste Division
• Hazardous Waste Management Program in King County
• WA Materials Management & Financing Authority

Call 206-275-7600 with questions or Email: customerservice@mercerisland.gov 

Rain Barrel Sale 

Rain barrels are also on sale for $35 between now and October 16! Go to this website and select "Rain Barrel" to make a purchase. 

After purchasing a rain barrel, you can pick it up during the Fall Recycle Event on Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Mercer Island Boat Launch. Be prepared to show event staff your purchase confirmation email.

The City has a limited supply, so make sure to reserve yours before 11:59 PM on October 16, 2026. 

Your purchase will include:

• One (1) green 55-gallon rain barrel
• One (1) set of assembly instructions
• One (1) accessory kit with spigot, washer, nut, overflow hose and four (4) screws
• One (1) lid with mosquito mesh

If you’re not free on October 17, email sustainability@mercerisland.gov to set up an alternative pick-up time.

See below for the event flyer!