Waterford Township Trash Pickup Schedule & Holiday Delays (2026)
Thanksgiving week (Nov 23–28, 2026): Based on Waterford Township's holiday rule, Thursday pickups move to Friday and Friday pickups move to Saturday. Monday–Wednesday should be normal. Christmas and New Year's weeks: Mon–Thu normal; Friday to Saturday.
Last checked Oct 14, 2026 · Oakland County, Michigan
Who picks up trash in Waterford Township
Priority Waste (new 5-year contract from April 1, 2026).
Hauler guide: Priority Waste
How to find your pickup day
Pickup runs Monday–Friday. Use the township's Residential Collection Map.
Holiday delay rule
A weekday holiday delays pickup one day, with Saturday used to catch up. The regular schedule resumes the next week.
Upcoming holiday weeks
Thanksgiving Day, Thu Nov 26, 2026
Week of Nov 23–28
Based on holiday ruleBased on Waterford Township's holiday rule, Thursday pickups move to Friday and Friday pickups move to Saturday. Monday–Wednesday should be normal.
Christmas Day, Fri Dec 25, 2026
Week of Dec 21–26
Based on holiday ruleBased on Waterford Township's holiday rule, Friday pickups move to Saturday, Dec 26.
New Year's Day, Fri Jan 1, 2027
Week of Dec 28–Jan 2
Based on holiday ruleBased on Waterford Township's holiday rule, Friday pickups move 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
Weekly curbside recycling for all homes (required since April 1, 2026).
Yard waste: when the season ends
The township's 2026 season runs April 6 – December 18. Priority Waste lists December 11, but the township's date is the official one.
Bulk items
One bulk item per month on your regular day, no call needed. For items not on the list, call Priority Waste at 248-861-2987.
Quick answers
Is trash delayed in Waterford Township for Thanksgiving 2026?
Based on Waterford Township's holiday rule, Thursday pickups move to Friday and Friday pickups move to Saturday. Monday–Wednesday should be normal.
Is trash delayed in Waterford Township for Christmas 2026?
Based on Waterford Township's holiday rule, Friday pickups move to Saturday, Dec 26.
Is trash delayed in Waterford Township for New Year's 2027?
Based on Waterford Township's holiday rule, Friday pickups move to Saturday, Jan 2.
Who picks up trash in Waterford Township, and how do I find my pickup day?
Priority Waste (new 5-year contract from April 1, 2026). Pickup runs Monday–Friday. Use the township's Residential Collection Map.
Official sources
- waterfordmi.gov: FAQ
- waterfordmi.gov: Yard Waste
- waterfordmi.gov: Recycling
- Priority Waste: Waterford Township service page
Last checked Oct 14, 2026. Always confirm with Waterford Township before a holiday week.
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