Thursday and Friday pickups move one day later
Applying the city's rule to Thursday, Nov. 26: Thursday collection moves to Friday and Friday collection moves to Saturday. Monday through Wednesday are not affected. The city has not posted a 2026 Thanksgiving notice that could be found.
Five holidays affect Arlington service: New Year's Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. If your pickup day is on or after the holiday that week, collection moves one day later, up to Saturday. Earlier days that week are not affected.
The city's 2026 notices cover garbage and recycling together. Brush and bulk are not mentioned.
Use the source link above for the city's contact options.
All Arlington holiday trash pickup information
Arlington trash pickup on Christmas 2026