SEATTLE (Recycling Monster): The City of Covington is encouraging residents to recycle their holiday lights through its annual seasonal program, helping keep reusable materials out of landfills. In partnership with Cohen Recycling, the initiative offers a simple and eco-friendly way to dispose of non-working or unwanted decorative lights.
Running from December 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026, Covington residents can drop off all types of string lights, including traditional incandescent and modern LED strands, at four convenient city locations. The program aims to collect as many old lights as possible, ensuring they are responsibly recycled instead of thrown away.
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In addition to string lights, Cohen Recycling also accepts other electric holiday decorations, such as projectors or motors from inflatable yard ornaments, at any of its recycling centers.
Holiday Lights Drop-Off Locations in Covington:
· Covington City Hall, 20 West Pike St., Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
· Covington Fire Department Station 5, 1255 Hands Pike, 24/7 drop-off bin
· The Center for Great Neighborhoods, 321 M.L. King Jr. Blvd./W. 12th St., Monday–Thursday 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–noon
· Covington Public Works, 1730 Russell St., Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Join Covington’s holiday lights recycling program and make a positive impact on the environment this festive season.