Chesapeake, VA Trash Pickup Holiday Schedule
Every holiday that moves pickup in Chesapeake — and by how many days.
Every holiday that moves pickup, 2026–2027
Upcoming first; earlier dates collapse below the table.
| Holiday | Observed | Pickup | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christmas Day * | Fri, Dec 25, 2026 | Skipped that week | |
| New Year's Day * | Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | Skipped that week | |
| Christmas Day * | Sat, Dec 25, 2027 | Skipped that 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 | Skipped that 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 Chesapeake
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 trash pickup in Chesapeake, VA?
Weekly Tuesday-Friday by collection area (73 measured zones) - use the city's Trash Collection map for your address.
Is Chesapeake recycling every other week?
Yes - each collection area carries an A/B recycling-week designation in the city GIS.
How early can I set out bulk items in Chesapeake?
No more than three working days before your pickup.