All non‐emergency Town Offices will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day) and on Thursday, January 1, 2026 (New Year’s Day). Please review the following information for contact information, schedules, and trash/recycling collections:
NON-EMERGENCY TOWN OFFICES/BUILDINGS CLOSED ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25
- Town Hall
- Ames Senior Center
- Public Library (both locations)
- Parks and Recreation Offices (former Capen School)
- Anthony P. Mucciaccio Dedham Pool
- Department of Public Works and Engineering
Note: Police Department and Fire Department remain open 24 hours / 7 days a week:
- For emergencies: Call 911
- For Police Non-Emergency: Call 781-326-1212
- For Fire Non-Emergency: Call 781-751-9400
Dedham Public Schools are closed for December Vacation (From December 24, 2025 through January 2, 2026). Full District Calendar available on the DPS website.
HOLIDAY TRASH/RECYCLING SCHEDULE & DELAYS
Trash and recycling collection will be delayed ONE DAY during the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s Day. Please refer to the table below to confirm your collection day during these two weeks:
Week of Christmas Day (Observed Thursday, December 25)
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REGULAR COLLECTION DAY
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COLLECTION DAY DURING WEEK OF CHRISTMAS
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Monday
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Monday (no change)
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Tuesday
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Tuesday (no change)
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Wednesday
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Wednesday (no change) |
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Thursday
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Friday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Week of New Year’s Day (Observed Thursday, January 1)
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REGULAR COLLECTION DAY
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COLLECTION DAY DURING WEEK OF NEW YEAR’S DAY
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Monday
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Monday (no change)
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Tuesday
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Tuesday (no change)
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Wednesday
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Wednesday (no change)
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Thursday
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Friday
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Friday
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Saturday
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If other delays occur due to weather or other conditions, the Town will post updates on the Town website, email notifications, social media (@DedhamThrives on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram), and on Nextdoor.
For a complete list of holiday closures, please visit our Hours & Holiday Schedule page (updated annually).
