Know Your Manhattan Beach Holiday Closures and Pickup Schedules
Dec 22, 2025 10:37AM ● By MB News Staff
City-Related Closures and Schedules
Holiday Lights and Tree Pickup
Curbside tree collection for residents will take place on regular collection days from December 26 through January 10. Trees should be placed at the curb or in the green waste cart for collection and must adhere to the collection guidelines:
- Trees must be no taller than 7 feet or cut into 7-foot sections (Waste Management and City employees cannot trim trees)
- All decorations including tinsel, lights, ornaments, and tree stands must be removed
- Flocked trees will be collected but cannot be recycled
Artificial Trees: Artificial or "fake" trees can be collected by Waste Management as part of their bulky item program. To schedule a bulky item pick up for an artificial tree, contact Waste Management directly at (310) 830-7100.
Holiday Lights: Holiday lights and other electronic waste can be collected by Waste Management as part of their bulky item program. To schedule a bulky item pick up, contact Waste Management directly at (310) 830-7100.
Additional Materials: Residents can place bags of additional trash, recycling, or organic waste (not bulky items) next to their corresponding carts for collection day from December 26 through January 10 at no additional charge.
