Christmas Lights: Outdoor and Indoor

Brighten the Holidays with Christmas Lights

Nothing captures the magic of the season quite like Christmas lights. Whether you’re decorating a tree, creating a cozy indoor glow, or transforming your yard into a winter wonderland, Michaels has everything you need. From classic incandescent Christmas lights to energy-efficient LEDs, our selection is designed to make your holidays sparkle.

Outdoor Christmas Lights for a Festive Home

Bring holiday cheer to your neighborhood with outdoor Christmas lights. Popular options like icicle lights, net lights for bushes, lanterns, and candy cane lights for your paths make it easy to create stunning displays. For a modern and sustainable choice, explore our solar Christmas lights that shine bright without increasing your energy bill. No matter your style, you’ll find the perfect lights to highlight rooftops, pathways, and landscaping.

Indoor & Christmas Tree Lights to Set the Mood

Make every room feel merry and bright with our range of indoor Christmas lights and Christmas tree lights. Choose from cozy, traditional tones with warm Christmas lights, or add a nostalgic glow with C7 Christmas lights for all use and C9 Christmas lights for larger displays. Versatile Christmas string lights and convenient battery-operated lights make it easy to illuminate mantels, staircases, doorways, or tabletop displays with festive charm.

Novelty Christmas Lights for Extra Cheer

If you’re looking to add personality and fun to your Christmas décor, novelty lights are the way to go. From whimsical shapes to festive designs, these lights bring a playful touch to trees, wreaths, and party spaces. Michaels also offers a variety of crafting lights, perfect for DIY projects and handmade holiday décor. Whether you’re creating a custom centerpiece, lighting up a homemade ornament, or adding sparkle to a seasonal craft, these lights give you endless ways to make the season uniquely yours.

FAQs about Christmas lights

How to put lights on a Christmas tree

To get the best look, start at the base of your tree and work upward in a spiral pattern. Weave the Christmas tree lights along the inner branches first, then move outward to create depth and a balanced glow. Be sure to test your Christmas lights before starting, and use battery-operated strands if you want flexibility without cords showing. For a traditional tree, about 100 lights per foot of tree height is a good rule of thumb. If you’d like a different look, try running the lights vertically from top to bottom instead of wrapping them around — this creates a modern design that’s also easier to adjust or remove after the holidays.

How to hang Christmas lights

When hanging outdoor Christmas lights, always start by measuring the space and checking that your lights are rated for exterior use. Use accessories like plastic clips or hooks along gutters, shingles, and railings to secure icicle lights, net lights, or string lights without damaging surfaces. Indoors, lightweight hooks, adhesive strips, or command clips work well for mantels, staircases, and doorways. For safety, avoid overloading outlets and consider solar Christmas lights or battery-powered options for tricky areas.