Costume & Party Supply Swap
Dust the cobwebs off your costumes and decorations and drop them off at the swap. Then, browse the shelves for new spooky treasures, like decorations and costumes. Whether you're hosting a party or just trick-or-treating for the night, you're sure to find something to make your costume party a scream!
Where:
- Solid Waste and Recycling Facility
- 60 W Sycamore St, Saint Paul, MN 55117
When:
- Every Wednesday in October (Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28) from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Saturday, October 10 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Saturday, October 24 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. (National Costume Swap Day)
No donation accepted after 1:00 p.m. on October 24
What to bring:
- Costumes, Store Bought or Homemade
- Accessories, like Wigs, Masks, Hats, & Gloves
- Makeup and Face Paint (unopened)
- Props, like Canes & Wands
- Party supplies, like Streamers & Disposal Serving Ware
- Any other party or costume items!
What not to bring:
- Electronics
- Broken Items
- No Candy or Food Products
- No Real Pumpkins
All items will be given and taken freely. Items are not for sale and any unclaimed items will be donated.
Last day to donate is October 24
Hope to see your frightfully fun faces there!
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2026 Reuse Swap Schedule
Join us for a Reuse Swap!
2026 Swaps:
- Costumes and Party Supplies - Co Hosted with Highland District Council & Southeast Community Organization
- Every Wednesday in October from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 60 Sycamore St W (Public Works Solid Waste & Recycling building)
- Saturday, October 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 60 Sycamore St W (Public Works Solid Waste & Recycling building)
- Saturday, October 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 60 Sycamore St W (Public Works Solid Waste & Recycling building)
- Gifts & Wrapping Paper- Co-Hosted with Macalester-Groveland Community Council & Southeast Community Organization
- Saturday, December 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 60 Sycamore St W (Public Works Solid Waste & Recycling building)
- Wednesday, December 16 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.at 60 Sycamore St W (Public Works Solid Waste & Recycling building)
- Saturday, December 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 60 Sycamore St W (Public Works Solid Waste & Recycling building)
Looking for more reuse swaps? See Ramsey County Environmental Center events here: www.ramseycountymn.gov/residents/recycling-waste/reuse/swaps
Past Swaps
Interested about learning about our past topics and Swap Activities? Check out our previous topics/schedule below
Reuse Opportunities
There are many ways to reduce your waste. Reducing purchases, borrowing, repairing, and donating gently used items all save money while making a difference.
Tips to Reduce Food Waste
Most food waste is preventable. Our goal is to empower residents to reduce their food waste and recycle food scraps through our organics recycling program. Ready to make a difference? Here's how you can get involved:
- Reduce your food waste. Read our tips for efficiently shopping for, preparing, and storing food.
- Collect food scraps. Compost them in your backyard or through our organics recycling program.
Food Scraps (Organics Recycling) Food Too Good to Waste Challenge