City Offices Will Close to Observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday

Some City Services May be Affected

Martin Luther King monument outside Gaston County Courthouse

City of Gastonia administrative offices will be closed Monday, January 17 in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. Some City services may be affected by the holiday.

Garbage Collection:

  • Monday’s garbage collection will be delayed until Tuesday, Jan. 18.
  • Monday and Tuesday customers will not receive yard waste or excess trash collection on Jan. 18.
  • Residents can use the personalized WasteWise app for information about City of Gastonia Solid Waste pickup schedules throughout the year.

Transit Buses:

  • On Monday, Jan. 17, City Transit buses will run on a Saturday schedule.

City Parks and Recreation:

  • City parks will be open regular hours on the holiday.
  • Community Centers and Adult Recreation Center will be closed on the holiday.
  • The Skeet & Trap Range will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
  • Visitors to City parks and greenways are reminded to wear face coverings and follow social distancing guidelines.

The Schiele Museum:

  • The Schiele Museum and Farm will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets can be reserved in advance or purchased at the door.
  • Visitors are reminded to wear face coverings and follow social distancing guidelines.