Dear District K Friends,

As we gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for our incredible District K community. Together, we’ve accomplished so much, and I’m thankful for the spirit of unity and resilience that defines us.

This holiday is a reminder to celebrate the blessings in our lives, big and small, and to share kindness with those around us. Let’s carry that gratitude and generosity forward, not just today but every day.

City of Houston Thanksgiving Closures

In observance of Thanksgiving, all City of Houston offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29. Please note the following schedule changes:

  • Municipal Courts: Closed Thursday and Friday, reopening Monday, December 2.
  • Libraries: Closed Thursday through Sunday.

Wishing you and your family a safe, joyful, and delicious Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂

In service,

Martha
 

Get Ready for the 75th Annual
H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade
Kick off your holiday season with one of Houston’s most beloved traditions—the 75th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade! This year’s celebration happens Thursday, November 28, 2024, starting at 9 a.m. in downtown Houston.

Led by the City of Houston and Mayor John Whitmire, the parade will honor Houstonians who competed in the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics, with none other than nine-time gold medalist Carl Lewis serving as Grand Marshal.

Get ready for an unforgettable spectacle featuring:

🎈 High-flying balloons

🎺 Marching bands

🎭 Elaborate floats

✨ Uniquely Houston entries

The parade is free and open to the public, with plenty of curbside spots for lawn chairs and blankets. Prefer a premium view? Reserve your seat for $28.25 athoustonthanksgivingparade.org

Getting There:

🚗 Parking is easy to find along the route.

🚌 Metro buses will run on a holiday schedule—plan your trip at ridemetro.org.

Don’t miss this chance to join hundreds of thousands of Houstonians in celebrating the start of the holiday season. See you downtown!
Parade Map
Street Closures
 

Solid Waste Management Department Collection And Facility Schedule For Thanksgiving Holiday
Thursday, November 28, 2024 (Thanksgiving Day)

  • City Holiday: No collection services.
  • All facilities, including Neighborhood Depositories, Recycling Centers, and administrative offices, will be closed.

Friday, November 29, 2024

  • Collections: Thursday’s garbage and tree waste will be serviced.
  • All facilities, including Neighborhood Depositories, Recycling Centers, and administrative offices, will remain closed.
  • Important: Curbside recycling and yard waste collection scheduled for Thursday and Friday will occur on your next regular collection day.

Saturday, November 30, 2024

  • Collections: Friday’s garbage will be serviced.
  • All facilities, including Neighborhood Depositories and Recycling Centers will reopen.
 

METRO Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule
In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, METRO will operate the following schedule:

Thursday, Nov. 28 (Thanksgiving Day) and Friday, Nov. 29, 2024

Customer Service

Thursday, Nov. 28: The Customer Service call center will be closed.

Friday, Nov. 29: The call center will be open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 

METROLift

On Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29, METROLift Reservations and Customer Service offices will be closed. All subscription trips will be cancelled.

Customers should call the reservation line at 713-225-6716 by Wednesday, Nov. 27, to schedule trips from Nov. 28-Dec. 2. You may schedule a trip one day prior to your travel date by using MACS at 713-739-4690 from 5 a.m.-5 p.m. or online through the MACS-WEB/EZ-WALLET. Your client ID and password are required.

HOV/HOT Lanes 

Wednesday, Nov. 27

METRO-operated HOV/HOT Lanes will have modified hours.

  • Inbound lanes will be open from 5-10 a.m.
  • Outbound lanes will be open from 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
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Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29: All lanes will be closed.