Rockford, IL Trash Pickup Holiday Schedule
Every holiday that moves pickup in Rockford — 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 | Collection delayed one day for the scheduled day and the balance of the week. |
| Christmas Day * | Fri, Dec 25, 2026 | Runs one day later | Collection delayed one day for the scheduled day and the balance of the week. |
| New Year's Day * | Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | Runs one day later | Collection delayed one day for the scheduled day and the balance of the week. |
| Memorial Day * | Mon, May 31, 2027 | Runs one day later | Collection delayed one day for the scheduled day and the balance of the week. |
| Independence Day * | Sun, Jul 4, 2027 | Runs one day later | Collection delayed one day for the scheduled day and the balance of the week. |
| Labor Day * | Mon, Sep 6, 2027 | Runs one day later | Collection delayed one day for the scheduled day and the balance of the week. |
| Thanksgiving Day * | Thu, Nov 25, 2027 | Runs one day later | Collection delayed one day for the scheduled day and the balance of the week. |
| Christmas Day * | Sat, Dec 25, 2027 | Runs one day later | Collection delayed one day for the scheduled day and the balance of the week. |
* 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 | Collection delayed one day for the scheduled day and the balance of the week. |
| Memorial Day * | Mon, May 25, 2026 | Runs one day later | Collection delayed one day for the scheduled day and the balance of the week. |
| Independence Day * | Sat, Jul 4, 2026 | Runs one day later | Collection delayed one day for the scheduled day and the balance of the week. |
| Labor Day * | Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | Runs one day later | Collection delayed one day for the scheduled day and the balance of the week. |
* 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 Rockford
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 Rockford, IL?
Weekly Monday-Thursday depending on your garbage zone (4 citywide zones).
How much bulk trash can Rockford residents set out?
Weekly with regular pickup - up to one truck hopper (~3 cubic yards) per dwelling per week; more triggers a bulk surcharge. TVs, tires, auto parts, liquids and hazardous waste are not accepted.