FERNDALE, MICHIGAN
City Calendar
Upcoming Community Events:
March 23 - December 20
Yard Waste Season
Public Works
Yard waste begins the week of March 23, 2026, and runs through the week of December 14, 2026 (two weeks early this year!). Set your yard waste out in paper kraft bags or a labeled container (labels are available at City Hall or the DPW yard) at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your regular trash day.
May 07
City Council Candidate Forum
City Council Chambers
Applications are still being accepted for the open City Council appointment until Tuesday, May 5, 2026. To better engage with applicants, the City Council will host a Council Candidate Forum on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers.
May 16
Recycling Station Drop-Off Day
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
The wait is over—the next City recycling station drop-off event is here! Clean out that clutter and bring your recycled items to the Ferndale Department of Public Works. ♻️
May 16
Touch a Truck
Ferndale Police Department Open House
Come one, come all to the Touch a Truck event on Saturday, May 16, 2026! From 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., in the Ferndale City Hall parking lot (300 E. Nine Mile Rd.), there will be a variety of vehicles to explore and learn about, including fire trucks, police cars, ambulances, and dump trucks!
May 21
Safety Town
Celebrate Bike Safety Month at this family-friendly biking event—brought to you by the Ferndale Parks and Recreation Department, Fire Department, and Police Department. 🚲
May 25
Memorial Day Parade
Beginning at Livernois and West Maplehurst
Mark your calendar for the annual Memorial Day Parade, hosted by the Ferndale Memorial Association. This is Michigan’s oldest ongoing Memorial Day event.
May 25
City Hall is Closed in Observance of Memorial Day
City of Ferndale
City Hall is closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. Garbage and recycling will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. Parking is free in Downtown Ferndale.
July 04
City Hall is Closed in Observance of Independence Day
City of Ferndale
City Hall is closed on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in observance of Independence Day. Garbage and recycling will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. Parking is free in Downtown Ferndale.
September 07
City Hall is Closed in Observance of Labor Day
City of Ferndale
City Hall is closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. Garbage and recycling will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. Parking is free in Downtown Ferndale.
November 11
City Hall is Closed in Observance of Veterans Day
City of Ferndale
City Hall is closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. Garbage and recycling collection will not be affected. Parking is free in Downtown Ferndale.
November 26
City Hall is Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving Day
City of Ferndale
City Hall is closed on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in observance of Thanksgiving Day. Garbage and recycling will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. Parking is free in Downtown Ferndale.
For an overview of all City meetings, please refer to the 2026 Meeting Calendar. Please note: dates and times are subject to change.
To learn more about special events in Ferndale, or to bring your own event to Ferndale, contact Michael Lary, Director of Special Events, at 248-546-2525 Ext. 103 or mlary@ferndalemi.gov or check out the Special Events Policy for more information.