Thanksgiving trash & recycling in Aberdeen, SD

Last updated: November 4, 2026

Holiday pickup

Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026. Aberdeen collects Thursday's route early, on Wednesday, Nov. 25. The day after Thanksgiving (Friday, Nov. 27) moves to Monday, Nov. 30.

✓ Last verified: 2026-11-04

Pickup changes: Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026. Aberdeen collects Thursday's route early, on Wednesday, Nov. 25. The day after Thanksgiving (Friday, Nov. 27) moves to Monday, Nov. 30.
Turkey fryer oil & grease: Motor oil isn't allowed in City garbage, and the City's page doesn't cover cooking oil. Ask Public Works at 605-626-7025. The Brown County Landfill accepts motor oil and is closed on Thanksgiving.
Extra trash: Garbage containers must be watertight and 10–34 gallons.
Boxes & wrapping: The City's Solid Waste page doesn't cover cardboard. Ask the City at 605-626-7025.
Tip: Christmas (Fri. Dec. 25) moves to Mon. Dec. 28, and New Year's Day (Fri. Jan. 1) moves to Mon. Jan. 4.

Official sources (checked 2026-11-04): www.aberdeen.sd.us · www.brown.sd.us

FAQ

Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Aberdeen?

Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026. Aberdeen collects Thursday's route early, on Wednesday, Nov. 25. The day after Thanksgiving (Friday, Nov. 27) moves to Monday, Nov. 30.

How do I get rid of turkey fryer oil in Aberdeen?

Motor oil isn't allowed in City garbage, and the City's page doesn't cover cooking oil. Ask Public Works at 605-626-7025. The Brown County Landfill accepts motor oil and is closed on Thanksgiving.

What do I do with extra trash after Thanksgiving in Aberdeen?

Garbage containers must be watertight and 10–34 gallons.

Can I recycle boxes and wrapping paper in Aberdeen?

The City's Solid Waste page doesn't cover cardboard. Ask the City at 605-626-7025.