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Thanksgiving trash & recycling in Detroit, MI

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Holiday pickup

Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026. DPW's 2026 curbside calendar says collection is pushed back one day following Thanksgiving. If your day is Thursday, expect Friday; Friday moves to Saturday.

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Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026. DPW's 2026 curbside calendar says collection is pushed back one day following Thanksgiving. If your day is Thursday, expect Friday; Friday moves to Saturday.
Turkey fryer oil & grease
DPW's calendar doesn't cover cooking oil. Call DPW at 313-876-0004 to ask how to get rid of it.
Extra trash
Text your street address to (313) 800-7905 for collection reminders.
Boxes & wrapping
The same one-day holiday delay applies to curbside collection that week, per DPW's calendar.
Tip
Questions: DPW, 313-876-0004.

Official sources (checked 2026-11-04): detroitmi.gov

FAQ

Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Detroit?

Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026. DPW's 2026 curbside calendar says collection is pushed back one day following Thanksgiving. If your day is Thursday, expect Friday; Friday moves to Saturday.

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

DPW's calendar doesn't cover cooking oil. Call DPW at 313-876-0004 to ask how to get rid of it.

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

Text your street address to (313) 800-7905 for collection reminders.

Can I recycle boxes and wrapping paper in Detroit?

The same one-day holiday delay applies to curbside collection that week, per DPW's calendar.

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