Thursday, November 26, 2026

Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving 2026?

On Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26, 2026, WM and Republic Services don't pick up trash.

1 is confirmed for 2026; the rest follow what each hauler did in past years.

No pickup (2)

WM (Waste Management)
WM lists Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 26) as an observed holiday: no pickup on Thursday, and collection runs one da…No pickup Republic Services
Republic Services' local schedules generally observe Thanksgiving: no pickup Thu., Nov. 26, with Thursday and…No pickup

Also on Thanksgiving

Everything open and closed Stores Grocery stores Restaurants Fast food Pharmacies Gas stations DMV offices

Trash pickup on other holidays

Election Day Veterans Day Black Friday Christmas Eve Christmas New Year's Eve New Year's Day MLK Day

From each hauler's holiday schedule and local service pages; each one's page gives the source. Pickup schedules differ by city and contract, so check your address. What's open on Thanksgiving · All holiday hours