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Christmas Lights

At The Christmas Light Emporium, the Christmas Lights collection is where every display starts. Browse hundreds of products across every light format — 5mm, M5, C6, and G12 LED string lights for trees, wreaths, garlands, and bushes; specialty lines including DreamSpark® slow fade, SuperSpark® all-strobe, and our popular ColorCraft® unique color blends; ProCore® C7 and C9 bulbs for rooflines and architectural outlines; icicle lights for eaves; net lights for bushes and ground cover; and rope light for custom accent runs.

Not sure which to buy? Read our Best Christmas Lights buyer's guide — it walks through bulb sizes, white color choices, and which lights work best on rooflines, trees, and bushes.


Whatever your display calls for — from a single decorated tree to a fully lit property — the right light for every surface and application is here, backed by our Reindeer Proof™ Warranty.


Decorating outside? Shop our outdoor christmas lights — LED strings, ProCore® C7 and C9 stringers, icicle, net, and rope light for rooflines, trees, and yards.


Prefer the classic look? Shop traditional incandescent Christmas lights.

Looking for a deal? Browse our Christmas lights sale and clearance closeouts — genuine markdowns on strings, bulbs, and accessories while inventory lasts.

Outfitting a commercial installation? Shop our commercial-grade LED Christmas light strings — built for professional installers.

Want a crisp, icy look? Shop cool white Christmas lights — 6400K LED strings, bulbs, nets and icicles.

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Everything You Need to Know About Christmas Lights

The Christmas Lights collection at The Christmas Light Emporium covers the full range of light products — LED strings in multiple lens styles, C7 and C9 replacement bulbs, icicle lights, net lights, and rope light.

What’s in This Collection

LED String Lights — Available in 5mm, M5, C6, and G12 lens styles. Specialty lines include DreamSpark® (random slow fade effect), SuperSpark® (all-strobe), QuadSpark® (every 4th lens strobes), and ColorCraft (unique multi-color blend combinations exclusive to The Christmas Light Emporium). Steady-on strings available across a full range of colors including warm white, cool white, red, green, blue, orange, purple, pink, teal, gold, and ColorCraft blends.

ProCore® C7 and C9 Bulbs — LED replacement bulbs in faceted and smooth lens styles. C7 (E12 base) is the standard for window outlines, doorway outlines, and wrapping around Christmas trees. C9 (E17 base) is the standard for rooflines, architectural outlines, and large commercial displays. SuperSpark® strobe versions available in C9.

Icicle Lights, Net Lights & Rope Light — Icicle lights hang from eaves and overhangs. Net lights provide fast, even coverage over bushes and ground features. Rope light handles custom outlines and accent runs.

How to Choose the Right Light

Use case is the starting point. For Christmas trees, wreaths, garlands, and bushes — 5mm, M5, C6, or G12 LED strings. For window outlines, doorways, and tree wraps — C7 ProCore® bulbs on stringer wire. For rooflines and architectural outlines — C9 ProCore® bulbs. For eaves and overhangs — icicle lights. For bushes and ground cover — net lights. For custom outlines and accent runs — rope light.

For specialty effects: DreamSpark® for a soft, living glow; SuperSpark® for maximum visual impact and movement; ColorCraft for a unique color palette not available anywhere else.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are your LED lights dimmable? All standard bulbs and strings are dimmable unless otherwise noted on the product page. Specialty strings — slow fade, strobing, twinkle, and RGB color-changing — may not be dimmable or may display undesirable behavior when used with a dimmer.

Can I connect multiple strings end-to-end? Yes — refer to the max-connect spec on each individual product page for the specific limit.

Are these lights rated for outdoor use? All 5mm, M5, C6, and G12 LED strings and ProCore® bulbs are rated for both indoor and outdoor use.

What’s the difference between C7 and C9 bulbs? C7 (E12 base) is the standard for windows, doorways, and tree wraps. C9 (E17 base) is larger and the standard for rooflines, architectural outlines, and large commercial displays.

What’s the Reindeer Proof™ Warranty? Our in-house warranty covering manufacturing defects and performance failures on eligible products. Duration varies by product — see individual listings for terms.

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LED Christmas Lights | LED Christmas Light Bulbs | Icicle Lights | Net Lights | Rope Light

Buying Help

Questions & Answers

Start here if you are comparing styles, sizes, and bulb technologies for your holiday lighting project.

How do I choose between indoor and outdoor Christmas lights?

Start with the location of your display and choose light sets rated for that environment. Outdoor lighting should always be selected with exterior use in mind.

Should I choose LED or incandescent Christmas lights?

LED lights are typically the go-to choice for energy efficiency and long run times, while incandescent lights are often chosen for a more traditional glow.

How do bulb sizes affect the look of a display?

Smaller bulbs are often used for wrapping trees, greenery, and detailed accents, while larger bulb shapes are commonly used for rooflines, pathways, and bold outline work.

How do I choose the right Christmas light color or style?

Think about the mood you want to create. Warm white and classic multicolor deliver traditional holiday looks, while specialty colors and effects can create a more custom or dramatic display.

What's the difference between incandescent and LED Christmas lights?

LED Christmas lights use up to 80% less electricity than incandescent, last 25,000+ hours vs. 1,500–3,000 for incandescent, and stay cool to the touch. Incandescent lights produce a warmer, amber glow that many decorators prefer for traditional looks. LEDs come in true warm white and cool white options that closely match incandescent color temperatures. For outdoor use, LEDs are the better long-term value; incandescent remain popular for C7/C9 outline lighting and bubble lights.

Do incandescent Christmas lights use more electricity than LED?

Yes — incandescent Christmas lights use significantly more electricity than LED. A standard 100-bulb incandescent string draws about 40 watts; an equivalent LED string draws 4–7 watts. Running 10 strings for 6 hours per night over 30 days costs roughly $14–$20 for incandescent versus $1.50–$3.00 for LED (at $0.12/kWh). LEDs also generate less heat, reducing fire risk and extending string life.

Where can I buy professional-grade Christmas lights online?

Professional-grade Christmas lights are sold mostly by specialty lighting retailers rather than big-box stores, which tend to carry light-duty seasonal sets. The Christmas Light Emporium is a specialty online store based in Denton, Texas, carrying 5mm, M5, C6 and G12 LED light strings, ProCore® C7 and C9 LED bulbs, C7 and C9 stringers, and icicle, net and rope lights. We ship throughout the United States, local pickup is available in Denton, and our lights are backed by our Reindeer Proof™ Warranty.

What's the best place to buy Christmas lights?

It depends on the project. Big-box stores and general marketplaces work fine for a few strands for the tree. If you're outlining a roofline, wrapping trees or building a display you'll put up every decorating season, a specialty retailer gives you more bulb sizes, spacings, wire colors and colors to match, plus detailed specs and people who can answer questions. The Christmas Light Emporium carries hundreds of styles of LED light strings, C7 and C9 bulbs, installation accessories, wreaths, garland and outdoor displays. Questions go to help@thechristmaslightemporium.com.

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