The City of Bellaire is encouraging residents to give their pumpkins a second life by participating in its annual pumpkin composting program. Residents can compost pumpkins beginning November 2 through December 11 by dropping them off at the dedicated drop-off location:
4401 Edith Street
Near the corner of Edith Street and Baldwin Avenue by Lafayette Park
Accepted Materials
Bare pumpkins only
Not Accepted
❌ Painted pumpkins
❌ Glittered pumpkins
❌ Sealed or decorated pumpkins
❌ Pumpkins containing candles, wax, or other decorations
Pumpkins placed curbside will be collected as solid waste and not composted.
The City of Bellaire provides the pumpkin composting program free of charge. For more information, visit the City of Bellaire website bellairetx.gov or contact Bellaire Public Works at 713-662-8170.
