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Malden, MA: snow rules, trash delays and events
What Malden has posted for the holiday weeks: winter parking and snow rules, 4 confirmed events. Every item links to the town's own page.
Photo: John Phelan / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0About Malden
The Malden Public Library's local history page says Malden was settled in 1629 as Mystic Side. The library's collection in the Converse Memorial Building holds the town's vital records from 1649 to 1850, city annual reports, poll books and city directories from 1869 to 1985.
The Malden Historical Society was founded on March 8, 1886, by twelve Malden residents and collects books, papers, photographs, postcards and manufactured goods. It takes questions and donations by text or phone at 617‑863‑6038.
Sources: Malden Public Library: Local History, Malden Historical Society.
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Snow and trash rules at a glance
- Overnight winter parking. Once the city calls the first significant snowstorm, parking is limited to one side of the street 24/7 until April 1. Details below
- Snow emergencies. City declares a snow emergency when big snow is forecast, with at least 4 hours notice. Details below
- Christmas trees. Malden collects real trees curbside one designated week in January on your trash day. Details below
Winter parking and snow rules in Malden
Standing rule. Once the city calls the first significant snowstorm, parking is limited to one side of the street 24/7 until April 1. Violations can be ticketed or towed. Winter Parking ↗
Snow emergencies. City declares a snow emergency when big snow is forecast, with at least 4 hours notice. Cars on listed main arteries are towed and ticketed ($25) at once. Move cars from lots within 2 hours of the end. Winter Parking ↗
Towing. Towed cars go to tow lots in the city. Call Malden Police 781-397-7171 (Winter Parking page) or 781-322-1212 (Winter Weather page). Tow fee, daily storage after 24 hours, plus $25 ticket.
Alerts. Winter parking start, snow emergencies and ends come by Malden Connect text, phone or email, plus the city Alert Center, social media and 311. Trash changes come through the ReCollect app. Malden Connect signup ↗
Public works: Public Works, 781-397-7160. Rules as of November 8, 2026; confirm with the town before relying on them.
Holiday trash and recycling in Malden
Malden has not posted a 2026 holiday trash schedule. Check the town's collection page for changes.
Collection by City of Malden DPW. Weekly trash and recycling same day, out by 7 a.m.; trash in blue Pay As You Throw bags or with a Trash Tag sticker.
Christmas trees. Malden collects real trees curbside one designated week in January on your trash day. The city has not posted the 2027 week; last year it was the week of Jan 12. Source ↗
Events in Malden
Wed, Nov 18 · 6 pm to 8:15 pm
Movie Night at the Malden Public Library
A free evening screening of a film based on the life and memoir of John Davidson, with free snacks. Times are approximate.
Thu, Nov 19 · 3 pm to 5 pm
YA Movie Matinee at the Malden Public Library
Free newly released film for young adults in grades 5 through 12.
Thu, Dec 3 · 6:00 pm
American Mahjong for Beginners
A beginner class teaching the basics of American Mahjong for adults 18 and over; registration required and limited to 8 people.
Wed, Dec 9 · 6:30 pm
Board Game Night for Adults
Monthly adult board game night with the library's game collection or your own, plus snacks; no registration.
Near Malden
Confirmed events within about 8 miles, nearest first.
- Medford Farmers Market: Holiday Harvest Market, Medford · Nov 22 · about 2 mi
- Dweezil Zappa: DZ20, Like Father Like Son, Medford · Nov 13 · about 2 mi
- Small Town Murder (live podcast), Medford · Nov 14 · about 2 mi
- Michelle Wolf: Best Job in the World, Medford · Dec 3 · about 2 mi
- Engelbert Humperdinck, Medford · Dec 6 · about 2 mi
- Smokey Robinson: Legacy of Love Tour, Medford · Dec 11 · about 2 mi
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