Melvindale Trash Pickup Schedule & Holiday Delays (2026)
Thanksgiving week (Nov 23–28, 2026): Based on Melvindale's holiday rule, pickups Monday–Wednesday stay on schedule. Thursday moves to Friday, Nov 27, and Friday moves to Saturday, Nov 28. Christmas and New Year's weeks: Mon–Thu normal; Friday to Saturday.
Last checked Oct 14, 2026 · Wayne County, Michigan
Who picks up trash in Melvindale
Priority Waste.
Hauler guide: Priority Waste
How to find your pickup day
Check the Melvindale map on Priority Waste's Melvindale page, or call Priority at (586) 228-1200.
Holiday delay rule
Priority observes New Year's, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. If your day falls on or after the holiday that week, pickup slides one day later.
Upcoming holiday weeks
Thanksgiving Day, Thu Nov 26, 2026
Week of Nov 23–28
Based on holiday ruleBased on Melvindale's holiday rule, pickups Monday–Wednesday stay on schedule. Thursday moves to Friday, Nov 27, and Friday moves to Saturday, Nov 28.
Christmas Day, Fri Dec 25, 2026
Week of Dec 21–26
Based on holiday ruleBased on Melvindale's holiday rule, pickups Monday–Thursday stay on schedule, and Friday pickup moves to Saturday, Dec 26.
New Year's Day, Fri Jan 1, 2027
Week of Dec 28–Jan 2
Based on holiday ruleBased on Melvindale's holiday rule, pickups Monday–Thursday stay on schedule, and Friday pickup moves to Saturday, Jan 2.
“Published schedule” means the city, township, or hauler posted this week's changes. “Based on holiday rule” means we applied the published rule to the calendar; confirm closer to the date.
Recycling
Recycling is collected curbside by Priority. Paper, flattened cardboard, cans, and plastic bottles, jugs and tubs are OK; no plastic bags, foam, cups or greasy pizza boxes.
Compost and yard waste: when pickup starts and ends
The 2026 season started Apr 1, 2026. The last pickup is the week of Dec 7; the season ends Fri Dec 11, 2026.
Pickup should resume around April 1, 2027.
Bulk items
Bulk items go out weekly with no limit; Freon items cost $28 on request.
Good to know
- Yard waste runs through Dec 11; pick up yard waste stickers at the City Clerk's Office or Water Department
- Place carts within two feet of the curb to avoid a citation
Quick answers
Is trash delayed in Melvindale for Thanksgiving 2026?
Based on Melvindale's holiday rule, pickups Monday–Wednesday stay on schedule. Thursday moves to Friday, Nov 27, and Friday moves to Saturday, Nov 28.
Is trash delayed in Melvindale for Christmas 2026?
Based on Melvindale's holiday rule, pickups Monday–Thursday stay on schedule, and Friday pickup moves to Saturday, Dec 26.
Is trash delayed in Melvindale for New Year's 2027?
Based on Melvindale's holiday rule, pickups Monday–Thursday stay on schedule, and Friday pickup moves to Saturday, Jan 2.
When does compost and yard waste pickup start and end in Melvindale?
The 2026 season started Apr 1, 2026. The last pickup is the week of Dec 7; the season ends Fri Dec 11, 2026. Pickup should resume around April 1, 2027.
Who picks up trash in Melvindale, and how do I find my pickup day?
Priority Waste. Check the Melvindale map on Priority Waste's Melvindale page, or call Priority at (586) 228-1200.
Official sources
Last checked Oct 14, 2026. Always confirm with Melvindale before a holiday week.
Get a heads-up before holiday weeks
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