Thanksgiving is Nov. 26. Homewood City Hall closes Nov. 26-27, trash runs a day late from Thursday, schools are out Nov. 23-27 and the library closes Nov. 26-29.

Last checked Oct. 17, 2026. This page is updated each year at the same address; the dates below are for Thanksgiving 2026. Sources: the City of Homewood’s holiday schedule and holiday trash service page, the Homewood City Schools 2026-27 calendar (PDF), the Homewood Public Library calendar and each organizer’s page, linked below.

Thanksgiving is Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026. City Hall is closed Thursday and Friday, trash pickup runs a day late from Thursday, Homewood City Schools are out all week and the library closes for four days. Shopping hours for the weekend are on our Black Friday and holiday shopping page.

What this means for you

  • Trash: no Amwaste pickup Thursday. Thursday routes go Friday, Nov. 27; Friday routes go Saturday, Nov. 28. Public Works: 205-332-6819.
  • City Hall: closed Nov. 26-27. Main line 205-332-6100 reopens Monday, Nov. 30.
  • Schools: Homewood City Schools closed Nov. 23-27.
  • Library: closed Nov. 26-29. 205-332-6600.
  • Emergencies: 911. Homewood Police non-emergency: 205-332-6200.

Trash and debris

Amwaste observes Thanksgiving. Under the city’s holiday service rule, pickups from the holiday through the end of the week move one day later, and earlier pickups that week are not affected.

Your route Thanksgiving week 2026
Monday and Thursday Monday as normal; Thursday pickup on Friday, Nov. 27
Tuesday and Friday Tuesday as normal; Friday pickup on Saturday, Nov. 28

The city claw truck follows the city’s own holiday calendar, which closes offices on both Thursday and Friday. The city asks residents to put debris out on their normal day anyway, because crews catch up quickly. Cart rules and the route map are on our trash and recycling guide.

What is open and closed

Who Thanksgiving week 2026
City Hall and city offices Closed Thursday, Nov. 26, and Friday, Nov. 27
Police, fire and emergency services Open as normal
Homewood City Schools Thanksgiving break, Nov. 23-27
Homewood Public Library Closed Thursday, Nov. 26, through Sunday, Nov. 29
Post offices and federal offices Closed Thursday, a federal holiday

The closing dates for City Hall are from the city’s 2026 holiday schedule. The library dates are from the “Library Closed” days on its events calendar. Grocery stores, pharmacies and restaurants set their own holiday hours; check each store’s own site before you go.

Events around the holiday

  • Tuesday, Nov. 17, 6:30 to 8 p.m.: Harvest & Flannel Friendsgiving Game Night at the Homewood Public Library, for adults: board games, puzzles, light snacks and gratitude activities. Registration is required. Event page.
  • Nov. 19-22: “The Marriage of Figaro” at Samford University’s Harrison Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Thursday to Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, part of the School of the Arts opera series. Samford arts calendar.
  • Saturday, Nov. 21: KultureCity Birmingham Race, a 1-mile fun run, 5K and half marathon starting near the Powell Steam Plant in downtown Birmingham, about five miles north. It is on the Homewood Chamber calendar; details are on the race page.
  • Wednesday, Nov. 25: Storypalooza for ages 0 to 5 at 10 a.m. and Hot Wheels Club at 4 p.m., the library’s last programs before it closes for the holiday. Library calendar.

Turkey trot

We found no Thanksgiving morning race in Homewood as of Oct. 17. If a church, school or club posts one, we will add it here with the time and place; send yours through our contact page.

Food help and community meals

For food help any time of year, dial 211 to reach Alabama’s community resource line. Churches and groups that post a free Thanksgiving dinner in Homewood will be listed here with the date, time and place.

Frequently asked questions

Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Homewood?

No. Amwaste observes Thanksgiving, so Thursday pickup moves to Friday, Nov. 27, and Friday pickup moves to Saturday, Nov. 28. Monday through Wednesday pickups run as normal.

Is Homewood City Hall open the day after Thanksgiving?

No. The city’s 2026 holiday schedule closes City Hall and non-emergency offices on Thursday, Nov. 26, and Friday, Nov. 27. Police and fire service continue.

When is Thanksgiving break for Homewood City Schools?

Monday, Nov. 23, through Friday, Nov. 27, 2026, on the district’s 2026-27 calendar.

Is the Homewood Public Library open Thanksgiving weekend?

No. The library’s calendar shows it closed Thursday, Nov. 26, through Sunday, Nov. 29.

Is there a turkey trot in Homewood?

We found no Thanksgiving Day race in Homewood as of Oct. 17. The nearest listed on the Homewood Chamber calendar is the KultureCity Birmingham Race on Saturday, Nov. 21, in downtown Birmingham.