Christmas Outdoor

Outdoor Christmas decoration styles for the garden and facade

Choose inflatable figures or light-up silhouettes if you want a bigger display, or go simpler with wreaths and garlands for the entrance or fence line if that suits your home better. Focus on the roofline or eaves if you're decorating the house facade, or lean into pathway lights, stakes and smaller figures among the plants if the garden is the main event instead.

Pick a style that suits your home's existing exterior colours, rather than the most elaborate option available, for a result that looks considered rather than overdone. Start with one or two focal points, like the front door and one garden bed, to make it easier to manage well.

Browse our Christmas wreaths and garlands for the front door and fence line.

Christmas decoration placement ideas for eaves, paths and garden beds

Choose string lights or icicle-style lighting for the eaves and gutters so they can follow the roofline without needing extra mounting hardware. Go for stake-mounted lights or smaller figures placed among existing plants for the garden bed, rather than on bare soil where they tend to look sparse. Space lighting evenly along a pathway if you want a subtle glow rather than a single bright point drawing all the attention. Tuck any cords or cables along the edge of a path or garden bed to reduce the trip hazard for anyone walking through.

Shop our outdoor Christmas lights for the roofline and pathways.

Choosing Christmas decorations rated for outdoor conditions

Choose decorations specifically rated as weatherproof if you're decorating outside because they’re designed to withstand regular rain and sun exposure through the festive season. Check the specific rating on any electrical decoration rather than judging by the material alone. Bring lightweight or inflatable decorations inside during severe weather, like strong wind or storms, to avoid damage even if they carry an outdoor rating. It’s worth positioning decorations under an eave or awning to reduce direct exposure to the elements.

Add our solar Christmas lights for cordless outdoor lighting.

Frequently asked questions

How long do outdoor Christmas light displays typically run each night?

Many households run outdoor Christmas lights from dusk until around 10 or 11pm. A timer plug makes it easy to switch the display on and off automatically each evening.

How do I secure outdoor Christmas decorations in windy conditions?

Ground stakes or sandbags at the base of taller decorations help keep them upright in wind. Zip ties or garden wire can also secure lighter pieces to a fence or railing.

Can outdoor Christmas lights be connected to an existing power point?

Most outdoor Christmas lights use a standard plug that connects to any weatherproof outdoor power point. An extension cord rated for outdoor use is needed if the display is far from the nearest point.

Can outdoor Christmas decorations be reused for multiple seasons?

Most outdoor decorations are designed for repeated seasonal use if stored indoors between Christmases. UV exposure over many seasons can fade colours on decorations left outside year-round.

Does Temple & Webster sell inflatable Christmas decorations?

Yes, inflatable figures such as Santa, snowmen and reindeer are available alongside other outdoor decoration styles. Most inflatables include a small built-in fan that keeps them upright while running.