As the days get shorter and the holiday season approaches, many people feel the need to skip past Thanksgiving and head straight for Christmas, even before December approaches. While the excitement for Christmas is understandable, there are many reasons why lights should not be put up before Thanksgiving. It takes away from the meaning of Thanksgiving, so waiting till after Thanksgiving is more beneficial than you think.

Fall and winter have their own atmosphere and meaning. Autumn has warm colors, pumpkins, and cozy sweaters. Jumping straight into Christmas lights blurs between the seasons and it overshadows the vibe that falls brings. Keeping the Christmas lights in storage until after fall and after Thanksgiving allows each season to have their own moment and shine by itself.

Thanksgiving is a holiday that is centered around giving thanks, involving family connections and gratitude. When Christmas lights appear early in the November month it can take away from the meaning of Thanksgiving, making it feel like a minor event that lives in the shadow of Christmas. The holiday season is already long for many people. It involves shopping, family time, gathering, and many celebrations. Starting decorations too early can stretch it and make it feel longer than it already is.

Putting lights up too early can also make the meaning of lights lose the specialty to them. If the lights stay up for months on end, they stop feeling magical and special. Delaying the decorations can make it more meaningful, and it also gives way for Thanksgiving to shine. All in all, Christmas lights should be postponed till after Thanksgiving to give way for every holiday to have their own special time and keep everything balanced.