Recycling Containers for Events

Make your next gathering a green event!

Reserve free recycling and food scraps containers to reduce waste. Containers come with bags and signage and collapse for easy transport. Containers are loaned to Ramsey County residents and organizations for any temporary event.

Containers can be borrowed from several cities and district councils.

Ramsey County’s lending program for event recycling containers is suspended until further notice.

Many cities and district councils continue to lend out containers. 

Find a pick up location

Plan your event

When planning your event, try to limit the number of trash and recycling areas. To make sorting easier, place a recycling and food scraps container next to each trash can.

• How to use recycling containers (bottles and cans) (PDF)
• How to use food scraps containers (food, napkins and certified compostable items) (PDF)
• Tips for planning a successful green event  (PDF)
• Containers & signage