Fun Outdoor Christmas Decorating Ideas in Austin

Winter isn’t exactly the first thing many people associate with Austin, Texas. The hot capitol city doesn’t feel like it would be a holiday centerpiece, but more and more people are getting creative with outdoor Christmas decorating ideas and creating an Austin holiday experience to remember. Follow these exciting and expert recommendations for a fun outdoor Christmas decoration to remember!

Decorate Your Existing Landscape – Whatever That Might Be

Decorating Christmas trees is a pretty common outdoor Christmas tradition, but in Austin, evergreens aren’t quite as common. For a creative twist on this common tradition, consider taking on whatever is in your yard, be it cactus, palm tree, bush, or potted plant, and add some lights or a Santa hat for a fun and funky Christmas treat that’s sure to make passerby laugh!

Kid-Friendly Santa Boxes

Do you live in a neighborhood with lots of kids? Many children won’t get the experience of visiting Santa this year, so bring Santa to them by putting up a Santa Box or a Santa’s Mailbox to collect holiday letters to the jolly red figure! Delight them even more by writing a response (but only if they leave their address!)

Don’t Forget Your Vehicles

Is your parking outdoors? Add a creative take to outdoor Christmas decorating by hanging a wreath from your car as it parks in your driveway. You can also purchase Christmas antlers for your vehicle that clip into your windows for a festive appearance that won’t damage your car.

Don’t Forget The Lights!

Holiday lights are a quintessential part of outdoor Christmas decorating, so take them to the next level this year! Step up your game through flashing or colored lights, string them in fun designs, or drape them over and off the sides of your house for a garland or waterfall of colorful festivity.

When In Doubt, Add Red (and Plaid)

If you’re looking for an easy way to add festivity to your outdoor decorations, one simple trick is to get as much red and plaid into the mix as possible. Switch out your curtains for red or plaid versions, drape blankets or throw pillows over your deck furniture or porch seat, or throw up red bunting around the railing or flagpole.

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