O'Hare street sweeping schedule 2026
O'Hare (community area 76) overlaps 4 sweeping sections in Wards 38, 41. Neighbors a block apart can have different dates, so check your exact address.
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| Section | 2026 passes |
|---|---|
| Ward 38, Section 23 | May 15–18 Jul 13–14 Sep 3–4 Oct 29–30Done for 2026! |
| Ward 38, Section 26 | May 21–22 Jul 15–16 Sep 10–11 Nov 4–5Done for 2026! |
| Ward 41, Section 12 | Apr 1–2 May 15–18 Jul 2–6 Aug 18–19 Oct 2–5Done for 2026! |
| Ward 41, Section 13 | Apr 3–6 May 19–20 Jul 7–8 Aug 20–21 Oct 6–7 Nov 17–18Done for 2026! |
Which side goes first? The City sweeps one side of the street per day. On east-west streets the south side usually goes first; on north-south streets, the west side. The other side gets swept the next sweep day. Usually. The orange signs posted on your block are the final word.
Questions people actually ask
When is street sweeping in O'Hare?
O'Hare is split across 4 sweeping sections with different dates, Apr–Nov 2026. Enter your address on Don't Get Swept to see yours.
What time is street sweeping in Chicago?
Sweepers run on weekdays, generally 9am to 2pm, from April through November. Move your car before 9am on O'Hare's sweep day.
Which side of the street is swept first?
Usually the south side of east-west streets and the west side of north-south streets on the first day, then the opposite side on the next sweep day. Posted signs always win.
What's the ticket if I forget?
A street cleaning ticket is $60 (camera-issued ones in the Smart Streets zone are $50), and you can be towed. A free reminder is cheaper.