Alright, own up: Are your lights still up? If that’s the case, you’re in good company. Although Christmas was several weeks back, you can still spot the occasional home showcasing their festive lights.

No criticism here. (After all, we specialize in selling Christmas lights. So, it would suit us perfectly if everyone left their lights up and on, around the clock, all year long!)

But it’s intriguing how the “Christmas season” varies so much and so wildly among different people.
How long do you leave Christmas lights up

Thanksgiving to New Year’s?

Many individuals seem to favor the Thanksgiving to New Year period. For them, the Christmas season ‘officially’ kicks off when Thanksgiving concludes. And New Year’s Day marks the conclusion of their festive time. Thus, Christmas trees, lights, and decorations go up right after Thanksgiving and are taken down at the start of the New Year.

For these folks, the bookend holidays of Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day provide comfortable, clearly marked boundaries for the festive season.

Can You Have Too Much of a Good Thing?

Some, however, appear hesitant to bid farewell to Christmas. This is quite understandable. After all, for many, Christmas is the most joyful time of the year.

But if Christmas is the happiest period of the year, what does it signify when the season finally ends? It implies that you are entering a less cheerful time of the year. And who wants that? So, many people try to prolong the merriment as long as possible.

However, those favoring the Thanksgiving-to-New Year timeframe might argue that extending the festive period diminishes its magical joy. Keep it brief and delightful – that might be their approach.

What’s Your Take?

So, what does your Christmas season look like? Long or short? Does it start and stop within clear boundaries? Or does it commence and conclude based on when you feel it’s right?

There’s no correct or incorrect answer, of course. Whatever suits you is best for you. But it’s quite fascinating that the term “Christmas Season” holds such diverse meanings for so many.

And if your Christmas lights are still up, there’s no reason to feel ashamed. We believe you’re doing just fine.