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For some, the day after Thanksgiving means shopping Black Friday sales. While I love taking part in a good deal—who doesn’t?—for me, the last Friday in November is always the start of the Christmas season. You can catch me putting out my decor early in the AM (following a slice of pecan pie for breakfast, of course). I’m busy swapping out my home’s autumnal color palette for something a bit more holiday-appropriate. We’re talking all the silvers, reds, golds, and greens.
20 Outdoor Christmas Decorations Ideas to Make Your Home Merry & Bright
In the frenzy of making my space a winter wonderland, I sometimes get so caught up in decking the indoor halls that I forget about the all-important outdoor decor. Well, not this year. I’ve made 2024 all about spreading joy and bringing holiday cheer to everyone—and I’m putting as much time into my outdoor set-up as I am indoors. With that, I’ve come up with the best outdoor Christmas decorations ideas so you can join the festivities and fun.
Embrace your holiday aesthetic and decorate in whatever way feels most true for you. Classic, minimalist, and with a nod to tradition, the outdoor Christmas decoration ideas below fit best in nearly any holiday home. Let the list inspire you, and try incorporating a few of the products into your own unique outdoor decor.
Christmas Trees
Picking a Christmas tree is a meticulous and time-consuming tradition. Luckily, we’ve sorted through the faux tree options to find easy, reasonably sized picks with stunning additions like LED lights and dusted snow. (For more ideas, see our complete roundup of the best artificial Christmas trees.)
Wondershop
Pre-lit Potted Balsam Fir Artificial Christmas Tree Set
Let these small and charming, pre-lit trees add a warm glow to your walkway.
West Elm
Pre-Lit Faux Potted 4′ Trees (Set of 2)
These holiday trees are the perfect blank canvas for all of your favorite ornaments and garlands. (Just be sure that whatever you decorate your trees with can handle the elements.)
Wondershop
Pre-Lit Virginia Pine Potted Mini Artificial Christmas
It just doesn’t get cuter than these mini pine trees! Arrange them throughout your house—inside or outside—and spread the holiday cheer.
Pottery Barn
Faux Lit Cedar Berry Pine Tree
This tree’s slender tapered shape means that it won’t crowd your porch. If you live in a milder climate, you can even arrange a few wrapped gift boxes around the base to create a cozy feel.
Wreaths
Wreaths are an outdoor Christmas decor staple. These options will help kickstart your inspiration for buying or designing your own outdoor wreath. Making sure you have the right hook and the right look are the two biggest boxes to check when curating the perfect front door decor.
West Elm
Pre-Lit Faux Mixed Seeded Eucalyptus Wreath & Garland
Eucalyptus offers a fresh and bright scent that is energizing in the best way possible, and I love the naturally vibrant color. This wreath uses freshly cut plants for an outdoor accent that’ll offer a warm welcome to any guest.
Williams Sonoma
While I love showing off a beautiful wreath, this hook’s refined finish is worthy of its own front door display.
Casa Zuma
A California-inspired mix of Fraser Fir, Leyland Cypress, Gold Tipped Cedar, and Seeded Eucalyptus, this wreath brings handcrafted beauty to your home this season.
Crate and Barrel
Composed of twigs and faux red berries, this wreath will stand out beautifully when set against a white or black door.
Lanterns and Lights
If hanging Christmas lights isn’t your thing, or you happen to live in a smaller house or apartment where it’s just not possible, these lights and lanterns are a wonderful festive addition to keep your space cherry and bright.
Wondershop
Metal and Glass Christmas Lantern Decorative Prop Gold
Functional, elegant, and elevated, these lanterns bring a modern and contemporary touch to the outside of your home.
West Elm
Brighten up your stairway, porch railing, or anywhere that could use a touch of twinkly magic. Made with LED bulbs, this set of string lights will continue to shine night after night.
Wondershop
30ct LED Faux Mercury Glass Christmas Indoor Globe String Lights
More glamorous than gothic, these globe lights add a little drama to your decor without feeling too dark or dreary.
Wondershop
2pk Christmas LED Starburst Novelty 140 Lights Multicolor
Reflect the charming beauty of a starry winter night with this pair of white starburst lights. Hang them from the trees in your yard or off your front porch. Wherever you place them, get ready to enjoy their glittering and glistening effect.
Door Mats
If you’re hosting guests for the holidays, why not greet them with a welcoming doormat on their way in? Before they even set foot in your house, make sure to pick up a festive doormat that’ll double as a way to keep your indoor spaces clean (because who wants to sweep during holiday fun?) and add to your outdoor holiday decor space.
Hearth & Hand x Magnolia
Home for the Holidays Fair Isle Coir Doormat Tan/Green
Share some holiday cheer with guests before they even step through the door when you set out this merry mat.
Pottery Barn
Keep it minimal but merry with this chic mat wrapped with a cute bow. It’s guaranteed to bring a smile to you and your visitors.
West Elm
Imagine you’re spending the holidays in a snow-capped cabin in Vermont. This mat is a great pick for setting the mood before setting foot in the house.
Wondershop
Happy Holidays Red Truck Coir Christmas Doormat
Offer up a warm welcome to friends and family with this festive doormat. Charming and cheerful, it does double duty by keeping your space clean and free of muddy, snowy shoes.
Yard Decor
Everyone wants to win the neighborhood outdoor decor contest, right? Maybe that’s just a me thing. Either way, these are minimal yet elegant picks for festive and fun sights. Friends and family will appreciate these small magic touches throughout the holiday season.
Balsam Hill
This trio of trees can fit with nearly any Christmas aesthetic. Whether you’re going for rustic elegance, cottage-chic, or trying to recreate the coziness of a cabin deep in the woods, these trees will do the trick. Just be sure to keep them on your porch—they won’t fare well out in the snow.
Northlight
Northlight Gingerbread House Joy to the World Christmas Porch Sign
A sweet and festive piece that weaves a bit nostalgia into your holiday season.
Pottery Barn
If you have the space, then this gorgeous doe and fawn duo will light up your yard in a subtle way that spreads cheer.
Best Choice
If novelty is your thing, make the animal lovers in your family happy with this Christmas polar bear pair.
