The City of Phoenix has announced its observance schedule for the upcoming Indigenous People’s Day, set to take place on Monday, October 13, 2025. City services and operations will undergo various adjustments in honor of the holiday, which aims to recognize and celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of indigenous peoples.
According to the city’s official notice, there will be no changes to the curbside solid waste collection services on the day of the holiday. However, residents needing access to the 27th Ave. and North Gateway Transfer Stations will need to plan around the holiday as both facilities will be closed. For urgent street concerns, they should note, regular services for the Street Transportation will resume on Tuesday, October 14.
The Public Works Customer Contact Center is taking a day off and will be closed on Indigenous People’s Day, reopening the following day at 7 a.m. Those who might usually spend their Mondays at a Phoenix Public Library will have to make alternative plans, as all locations, except the South Mountain Community Library, will remain closed. All online services and book drops, however, will stay in business.
For residents and visitors who rely on public transit, the notice outlines that both bus and light rail services will operate on a reduced Sunday schedule. This includes the absence of Express or RAPID bus service and the closure of customer service offices. With parking meters still enforced as usual from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., including holidays, managing parking in the bustling city will remain unchanged. All you need to do, if you plan to park at the airport, is reserve your parking at skyharbor.com/parkphx.
Phoenix’s parks and recreational facilities will also adjust to the holiday. Community centers within the city will be closed, although parks and trails will be locals and visitors alike during their standard hours. Public awareness has been directed to the city's ‘Take a Hike. Do it Right’ safety Guidelines for those who plan to venture out onto the trails. Moreover, the S’edav Va’aki Museum will be observing the holiday and will not open its doors until after Indigenous People’s Day.
Those travelling through Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on October 13 might want to plan ahead. The airport encourages travelers to book parking spaces in advance, and to check out skyharbor.com for real-time updates on parking availability, security checkpoint wait times, and to enroll in the PHX Reserve program to schedule TSA security screening times. The airport also shares a reminder about travelers ensuring they have REAL ID-compliant identification, as enforced by federal law.
With both adaptations to services and continuations in standard operations, Phoenix's city management strikes a balance as they mark Indigenous People’s Day. Residents and visitors are recommended to double-check the published schedule to avoid inconveniences and to take the opportunity to participate in reflections, celebrations, and educations on indigenous culture, history, and people.
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