Berkeley, CA Trash Pickup Holiday Schedule
Every holiday that moves pickup in Berkeley — and by how many days.
Every holiday that moves pickup, 2026–2027
Upcoming first; earlier dates collapse below the table.
| Holiday | Observed | Pickup | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving Day * | Thu, Nov 26, 2026 | Runs one day later | |
| Christmas Day * | Fri, Dec 25, 2026 | Runs one day later | |
| New Year's Day * | Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | Runs one day later | |
| Thanksgiving Day * | Thu, Nov 25, 2027 | Runs one day later | |
| Christmas Day * | Sat, Dec 25, 2027 | Runs one day later |
* Observed date derived from the standard U.S. calendar; the service rule comes from the linked source.
Earlier 2026 dates
| Holiday | Observed | Pickup | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day * | Thu, Jan 1, 2026 | Runs one day later |
* Observed date derived from the standard U.S. calendar; the service rule comes from the linked source.
“Runs one day later” moves every route on or after the holiday by one weekday. Saturday/Sunday observances normally don’t move weekday routes.
How a holiday week works in Berkeley
The rule behind the table above, applied to your street.
Your regular day depends on your address — the city assigns collection days via its own lookup/map. On a holiday week, check the city's notice: delayed routes typically run one day later.
Common questions
Holiday-related questions first.
What day is garbage pickup in Berkeley, CA?
Weekly by street-level refuse districts; day is address-specific - use the city's lookup (Refuse Department, Zero Waste).
Does Berkeley separate recycling?
Yes - bottles/cans and paper/fibers are separate streams in the zone table, each with its own day zones.
When is plant debris collected in Berkeley?
Weekly on 'plantdebris-residential' Monday-Friday day zones; use green bin or kraft bags (plastic bags are trash).