Looking to light up your home for the holidays? Whether it’s the spooky season, winter wonderland, or patriotic pride, choosing the right lighting colors can elevate your home’s curb appeal and create a perfectly festive atmosphere.
At Astoria Lighting Co, we specialize in permanent outdoor lighting systems that let you celebrate every holiday with just a tap on your phone. Here’s your ultimate guide to the most popular holiday lighting colors, by season and celebration – curated from customer data and national trends.
🔴❤️ Valentine’s Day (February)
Top Lighting Colors: Red, Pink, Warm White
Valentine’s Day is all about love and romance. Red and pink lights are the go-to palette, creating a warm, charming ambiance. Many customers pair them with soft warm white tones to keep things elegant and inviting.
🎯 Pro Tip: Use alternating pink and red lighting patterns along rooflines and windows to create a romantic backdrop.
🍀🌈 St. Patrick’s Day (March)
Top Lighting Colors: Green, Gold, White
Celebrate the luck of the Irish with vibrant green lights – often paired with gold accents or shimmering white to mimic the sparkle of a leprechaun’s pot of gold.
In Texas, St. Patrick’s Day is a perfect excuse for Baylor Bears fans to go all out in green and gold. It’s a festive color combo that celebrates both the holiday and school spirit – whether you’re hosting a watch party or lighting up your home for spring.
🇺🇸 Memorial Day, Independence Day, Veterans Day (May, July, November)
Top Lighting Colors: Red, White, Blue
For patriotic holidays, nothing beats the classic red, white, and blue. Whether it’s for 4th of July home lighting displays or honoring veterans everyday, these timeless color combos stand strong and bold.
🎯 Pro Tip: Looking for permanent patriotic lighting? Our RGB systems let you pre-program color sequences for all American holidays.
🏀 March Madness (March–April)
When college basketball heats up, so do front porches, patios, and rooflines. March Madness is a favorite time for homeowners to light up their homes in support of their favorite teams.
From red and white for Houston, to blue and white for BYU, to red and black for Texas Tech, to Maroon & White for Texas A&M, or green and gold for Baylor Bears, color-themed lighting turns your home into a fan zone during the tournament.
→ Pro Tip: Create multiple school-color presets in your Astoria Lighting app — so you can easily switch between teams as brackets shift and upsets unfold.
🎃 Halloween (October)
Top Lighting Colors: Orange, Purple, Green, Red
Spooky season calls for bold and eerie lighting. Orange and purple dominate, often with green or red for that haunted house effect. Strobe settings are popular for trick-or-treat night.
🎯 Pro Tip: Use animated lighting presets to simulate flickering jack-o’-lanterns or glowing ghosts with purple underlighting.
🦃 Thanksgiving (November)
Top Lighting Colors: Amber, Orange, Warm White, Brown (Earth Tones)
Thanksgiving lighting is all about warmth and coziness. Think amber and warm orange tones that reflect falling leaves and harvest decor. Soft warm white provides a welcoming touch for guests.
🎄🎅 Christmas (December)
Top Lighting Colors: Red, Green, White, Warm White, Gold, Multicolor
The classic red and green combo remains the top choice, but warm white and cool white offer a timeless elegant appeal. Many customers opt for multicolor displays to match nostalgic Christmas vibes.
Another classic – white and red continues to be a top contender throughout the years as this festive combination brings a gorgeous visual contrast, accompanied by warm memories of sipping hot chocolate and unwrapping candy canes.
🕯️ Hanukkah (December)
Top Lighting Colors: Blue, White, Silver
Blue and white are traditional Hanukkah colors, symbolizing peace, light, and purity. Silver accents add elegance and reflect the sparkle of menorah lights.
🎯 Pro Tip: Many customers celebrating Hanukkah love using programmable lighting sequences to mimic the glow of candles across the eight nights.
🎉 New Year’s Eve / New Year’s Day (December–January)
Top Lighting Colors: Gold, Silver, White, Blue
Ring in the new year with gold and silver, the universal colors of celebration and sparkle. Add cool white or blue for a chic, frosty aesthetic.
🌸 Easter & Spring Celebrations (March–April)
Top Lighting Colors: Pastels (Pink, Lavender, Light Blue, Mint Green, Yellow)
Pastel colors represent renewal and joy. Soft pinks and purples mixed with light blues and yellows are perfect for Easter egg hunts and springtime porch displays.
🎯 Customer Favorite: In areas like Austin and Salt Lake City, pastel patterns are a huge hit during spring break and family gatherings.
Why Choose Astoria Lighting for Your Holiday Lighting?
✅ Permanent, low-maintenance RGB lighting
✅ App-controlled scheduling for every holiday
✅ Custom patterns, dimming, and animation effects
✅ Energy-efficient LEDs with weatherproof design
✅ Installed by local professionals who care
Ready to Light Up Your Year?
Explore our permanent outdoor holiday lighting systems and bring your home to life with dynamic lighting for every occasion. Whether you want traditional or trendy, Astoria Lighting Co has you covered.
