Wheaton residents can drop off old or broken holiday light strands for free recycling at the Public Works Storage Yard, 820 W. Liberty Dr.
The city announced the program on Nov. 4. Drop-offs are accepted from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The yard is on the south side of Liberty Drive, across from Public Works, and signs direct visitors to the recycling area inside the gate.
The program accepts traditional holiday lights, LED holiday lights, Italian mini-holiday lights, rope lights and extension cords, according to the city. There is no limit on how many strands residents can bring. Schools, businesses and other organizations can also recycle their lights, Patch reported.
A few rules apply. Lights must be removed from any bags or boxes before drop-off. The city will not accept pre-lit garland, wreaths or trees, lawn decorations (lit or unlit) or ornaments.
The city's announcement lists the deadline as Feb. 28, 2027. Patch reported the deadline as Jan. 30, 2027.
