Where Should I Use Christmas Lights in My Home?

christmas tree in a living room with christmas lights displayed on mantel

Christmas lights are one of the most versatile and exciting holiday decorations around! Not only are they fun to look at, but they are also fun to decorate with the whole family. These bright decorations can make any area of your home festive with almost no effort. Continue reading to discover the ideal areas of your home to display Christmas lights during the holiday season. 

 

Christmas Trees

As the most obvious choice on our list, Christmas trees are the quintessential symbol of Christmas decor.  Each year, people decorate their Christmas trees with extravagant lights, festive ornaments, tree toppers, and much more! Christmas lights are the main decoration for every tree, making them come to life once they are turned on. The colors of Christmas lights vary depending on your personal preference. The usual choices include clear LED lights, multi-colored bulbs, or even app-controlled lights. 

 

Wreaths & Garlands

Take your Christmas spirit to the next level by displaying lights on wreaths and garlands! We can all agree that Christmas wreaths and garlands appear great as is, but adding lights makes them appear even better! Whether they already include ornaments or ribbons, adding lights creates the perfect touch during the holiday season. 

 

Fireplace Mantels

If you are striving to make your home a cozy one this holiday season, we strongly suggest placing Christmas lights across your fireplace mantel. Christmas lights create an astonishing appearance across items found near or on your mantel, like stockings, candles, nutcrackers, and more! It creates an elegant appearance that will even impress your guests! 

 

Inside Lanterns

One fun and exciting way to utilize Christmas lights is by placing them inside lanterns! Lanterns are very versatile household items that can be placed almost anywhere. They are the perfect touch for every countertop and open space within your home, aligning with the rest of your home’s holiday aesthetic. It’s an excellent opportunity to think outside the box when decorating for the holidays this year!

 

Porch and Patio

Spread the Christmas cheer into your home’s porch or patio! Christmas lights displayed within these areas create a warm and inviting feeling like no other. Get creative! Christmas lights look great in any area of your home’s exterior and can turn untouched areas into festive eye-candy within minutes! 

 

Walkways and Pathways

First impressions go a long way, especially when it comes to Christmas lights! Decorate your home’s walkways and pathways with elegant Christmas lights to ring in the holiday spirit. Walkways and pathways often remain untouched with decorations, so why not make them different this year? You can string lights along the lines and diameters of your walkways to create a breathtaking entrance. 

 

Visit Holiday Road During the Winter of 2025

Speaking of Christmas lights, visit Holiday Road in Calabasas, CA, this upcoming winter to view extravagant light displays with the whole family! This holiday event features a variety of festive activities, including visits from Santa, souvenir shops, and more! Buy your tickets here when tickets become available!