Patio String Lights and Bulbs

There is no other lighting quite as versatile as string lights. Mini light strings, icicle lights and patio string lights can be used for many occasions ranging from holidays to weddings to backyard parties. And the variety of options gives you choices that will fit any space. Between incandescent or LED bulbs, different bulb sizes and styles as well as different types of light stringers, there are hundreds of ways to decorate with string lights! These are just a few of our favorite ideas for enhancing outdoor parties and events with string lights.

• Wrap decorative string lights around an umbrella.
• Hang globe lights above a walkway leading to a backyard party.
• Alternate red, white and blue lights along the fence for a Fourth Of July party.
• Hang icicle lights across deck railings.
• Create a lighted centerpiece for outdoor dining using fairy lights and a mason jar.
• Wrap mini string lights around one or more trees in your yard.

Tip: For outdoor spaces requiring a large number of lights, consider using LED patio bulbs and LED string lights to help keep power costs low and ensure your lights stay on. Visit our light wattage calculation page to determine your power needs.

Decorative Patio Light Accents

Complete your patio light paradise by adding decorative accents to your outdoor living area. Hanging multicolored lights for a summer party? Place a lighted palm tree or glowing pink flamingos in the yard to enhance your outdoor oasis. Need outdoor lighting for a wedding or event? Clear globe lights are a classic choice for event lighting and pair perfectly with decorative lanterns to provide quick and elegant illumination. Hang clear globe lights above your outdoor event space and place candle lanterns on shepherds hooks along a pathway to add a cozy glow to a dinner party or outdoor event.