City of Des Moines, IA
06/18/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/18/2026 09:03
City Offices Closed for Juneteenth Holiday
Des Moines, Iowa - Thursday, June 18, 2026 - In observance of the Juneteenth Federal and collectively bargained holiday, most City of Des Moines offices and buildings will be closed on Friday, June 19.
There will be no delay in collection of garbage, recycling or yard waste. For a full schedule of holiday waste collection impacts, visit DSM.city/HolidaySchedule.
All Des Moines Public Library branches will be closed on Friday, June 19 and resume regular hours on Saturday, June 20.
The City of Des Moines began to observe Juneteenth as a holiday for all City staff beginning in 2021, and when Juneteenth was recognized with a federal holiday designation.
City buildings will reopen on Monday, June 22 with regular hours.
Contact
Ally MacLean
Communications Specialist II, City Manager's Office
(515) 689-8911
[email protected]
About the City of Des Moines
The City of Des Moines is Iowa's capital city and our 17 departments serve more than 214,000 residents and 46 neighborhood associations. Des Moines is a leader in sustainability and provides its residents with vibrant neighborhoods, an alive and active downtown, and abundant leisure opportunities.
Des Moines continuously improves neighborhoods, public safety and quality of life by offering exceptional city services and reliable infrastructure while fostering an involved and compassionate community for all who visit and live in Des Moines.
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