When to Take Down Christmas Lights in the Gem State

Christmas has come and gone, and many of us are still feeling the effects. There are still boxes needing to be thrown away, places to put our new gifts that were opened, and perhaps some exchanges that still need to take place. Many people still have their decorations up, their lights on every night, and even their tree in the window. The holiday happened more than a week ago, and the question now is, when is the proper time to take down Christmas lights in Idaho?

Taking Down Christmas Lights in Idaho

Some believe that when the new year begins, it is the time to take down Christmas decorations. For a Christmas tree, this isn't a bad idea, as they are likely dry and dead by now, and are more of a fire hazard than a beautiful symbol of Christmas at this point. What about the decorations and lights, though? The indoor decorations are a process, and perhaps you spent the first weekend of the new year taking them down, or are doing a little bit each day until they are gone. The outdoor decorations may be out of your control, as wind, rain, snow, and cold temperatures can dictate when you decide to remove them. Most of the big displays around the Magic Valley and around the Gem State were last seen on New Year's Eve, marking the end of the Christmas season. Should you do the same, or is it ok to keep them up for now?

When Should Christmas Lights Be Taken Down in Idaho?

In Idaho, it is best to pay attention to the weather when taking down Christmas lights. If you believe in taking them down after the new year begins, you had a chance this past weekend. However, if they are still up, nobody will be offended. They aren't up or on throughout most of the year, so wanting to keep them on adds color, beauty, and some character to many neighborhoods in the area. Around mid-January seems like a good time to get them down, having given everyone three to four weeks to complete the task. If the weather is bad, leaving them up is ok, but you may want to get your inflatables and other decorations down before the winter weather ruins them. Leaving lights up is one thing, but you don't have to turn them on. You can start leaving them off to get your electric bill back to a respectable amount. 

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Christmas may be gone for 2025, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy the lights a little bit longer. Ultimately, it is your home and your lights, and if you want to be a Christmas home all year, then become the house that celebrates Christmas every day.