Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer at Deep Creek Lake. For many homeowners, it also means one last wave of guests before things quiet down for the season. With the holiday shifting pickup schedules, here’s what Sunrise Sanitation customers should keep in mind heading into the long weekend.
This Year’s Labor Day Pickup Schedule
Sunrise Sanitation will close on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day, which will push the entire week’s pickup schedule back by one day.
- Monday customers will be serviced Tuesday, September 8th
- Tuesday customers will be serviced Wednesday, September 9th
- Wednesday customers will be serviced Thursday, September 10th
- Thursday customers will be serviced Friday, September 11th
Plan if You’re Hosting Guests
If your property has guests staying through the holiday weekend, send a quick reminder. Remind them about which day cans go out, especially if your regular pickup day is shifting.
Don’t Leave Cans Out Overnight
With the holiday bringing more visitors and more trash to the area, it’s a good reminder that cans should go out the morning of pickup at 5 a.m., not the night before. This matters year-round in Garrett County, but especially around a busy holiday weekend when bears are also more active searching for food.
Closing Up for the Season? For seasonal homeowners, Labor Day often means the property will start sitting empty for longer stretches between visits. If you won’t be back for a while, square away your trash before you leave. Including securing your can if you haven’t already added the bear-resistant locker straps.
Questions About Your Schedule?
If you’re unsure how the holiday affects your specific pickup day, reach out to our team directly, and we’ll confirm your schedule. You can also sign up for residential service here if you’re not yet a Sunrise customer.
Enjoy the long weekend! We’ll keep things running on schedule so you don’t have to think about it.