Holiday Trash Schedule

Riverside, CA trash pickup holiday schedule 2026

Last verified November 6, 2026. Source: City of Riverside Public Works, Solid Waste.

Thanksgiving trash pickup in Riverside

Listed by the city for 2026 Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26, 2026

Christmas trash pickup in Riverside

Listed by the city for 2026 Christmas, Friday, December 25, 2026

How Riverside handles holidays

A holiday on a scheduled service day delays service by one day. Wednesday holidays are exempt and Saturday holidays cause no delay. The 2026 list includes Thanksgiving and Christmas.

The PDF refers to trash pickup generally and does not break out recycling, yard waste or bulky items. It notes Athens Disposal customers should check with the city for the exact shift.

Contact and your collection day

Phone: (951) 826-5311. Find your own collection day: city lookup.

Common questions

Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Riverside?

Thursday pickup moves to Friday. Thanksgiving, Nov. 26, is a delay holiday. The city's 2026 PDF says a Thursday pickup moves to Friday, Nov. 27.

Is there trash pickup on Christmas in Riverside?

Friday pickup moves to Saturday. Christmas, Dec. 25, is a delay holiday. The city's 2026 PDF says a Friday pickup moves to Saturday, Dec. 26.

How does Riverside handle holiday trash pickup?

A holiday on a scheduled service day delays service by one day. Wednesday holidays are exempt and Saturday holidays cause no delay. The 2026 list includes Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Does this cover recycling, yard waste and bulk pickup in Riverside?

The PDF refers to trash pickup generally and does not break out recycling, yard waste or bulky items. It notes Athens Disposal customers should check with the city for the exact shift.

Sources

• Riverside Holiday Trash 2026 (PDF)

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