22 Christmas Front Porch Decor Ideas
If you’re looking for a way to make your home feel even more festive this holiday season, look no further than your front porch.
While it’s easy to get swept up in decorating your living room and tree,
your outdoor decorations are truly the first thing that your guests will see when they arrive at your home.
So, why not make them feel merry and bright from the moment they pull up?
Christmas front porch décor can be a little daunting when you’re trying to figure out
what would look nice with your home and what will make the best impression to all of your guests.
That’s why we’ve rounded up 22 Christmas porch décor ideas to inspire you as you get your home ready for the holiday season.
1. Evergreen Wreath
There’s a reason that the classic evergreen wreath is so popular. It’s simple, beautiful, and the perfect way to welcome guests to your home.
Add a few extra festive touches like a doormat and some garland, and you’ll have a Christmas porch that’s just right.
2. Red Christmas Decor
There’s no color that says Christmas more than red. This timeless color is perfect for your front porch.
This porch designed by A House With Books features classic red poinsettias, a red and white rug, and a red truck doormat.
The red and white color scheme is carried out with the presents and the throw pillows.
3. Silver Christmas Decor
Silver and gray Christmas decor can look just as festive as red and green.
This welcoming front porch is decked out with a lush garland, a silver Christmas tree, and lots of twinkle lights.
The silver accents are carried throughout the space in the ornaments, ribbon, and even the planters.
Two large silver planters flank the front door and are filled with gorgeous greenery.
4. Red and White Christmas Decor
One of the most classic color combinations for Christmas is red and white.
This color scheme is perfect for a front porch because you can easily add pops of red to your existing decor.
The red and white Christmas decor on this porch is simple yet stunning.
The red and white plaid rug and throw pillows add just the right amount of holiday cheer to this cozy bench.
A small potted Christmas tree and a few red accents on the wreath and garland complete the look.
5. Rustic Christmas Decor
If you love the cozy feeling of a rustic Christmas, you’ll love this front porch decor from The Rustic Life.
A plaid throw and a few pillows make the rocker a cozy spot to watch the world go by.
A Christmas tree, a few wreaths and a sled make this front porch feel like a winter wonderland.
6. Snowy Christmas Decor
If you’re lucky enough to have snow on Christmas, this front porch decor gives you a sneak peek of what your winter wonderland will look like.
White lights and snowflake decorations are the perfect way to add a little sparkle to your front porch.
7. Blue Christmas Decor
Blue and white is a classic color scheme for a reason. The colors are so light and pretty and make for a very inviting Christmas display.
The vintage-style ornaments hanging from the ceiling, the flocked Christmas tree, and the poinsettia wreath all help to give this porch a snowy feel.
8. Green Christmas Decor
When you think of Christmas, the color green isn’t typically the first thing that comes to mind,
but we love how this porch utilizes green in a variety of ways.
From the garland on the porch railing to the greenery on the wreaths and the green plaid blanket, this porch is filled with green and we love it!
9. White Christmas Decor
You can never go wrong with a classic white Christmas theme. This front porch is decorated with a white Christmas tree, a white wreath, and a white garland.
The white decor really pops against the dark greenery of the front porch and the dark brick of the house.
10. Gold Christmas Decor
The gold and white Christmas decor in this front porch is so elegant.
The gold Christmas tree in the corner is the perfect touch to make the space feel festive and cozy.
The gold and white Christmas decor continues with the wreath on the door and the garland on the railing.
I love the addition of white twinkle lights to make the space feel even more magical.
11. Christmas Tree
If you have the space, consider adding a full-size Christmas tree to your porch. This is a fun place to put a faux tree if you like to have a real one inside.
You can even decorate it with lights and ornaments just like you would a tree in your living room.
If you don’t have the space for a full-size tree, you can still create a tree look on your porch with a tiered plant stand and potted evergreen trees.
12. Garland
Garland is a classic Christmas decoration that can be used in so many ways.
Hang it over your door, drape it over your porch railing, or use it as a swag on your planters.
You can find garland in a variety of styles and colors, from traditional evergreen to modern metallics.
Choose one that coordinates with the rest of your decor to create a cohesive look.
13. Lanterns
Lanterns are a great addition to any porch, but especially during the holidays. You can fill them with ornaments, lights, candles, or a scene like this one.
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14. Christmas Sign
You can never go wrong with a sign on your front porch. This one is so simple, yet so elegant, and it can be easily customized to fit your style.
You can buy a sign like this, or create your own using a stencil and some paint. Then, you can hang it on your wall or prop it up on a table for a warm welcome.
15. Christmas Stockings
Nothing says Christmas like a row of stockings hung along the front porch. You can hang them from hooks or even from a railing.
If you don’t have a railing, you can hang them from a ladder or even from a sign like this one.
16. Christmas Pillows
Add a festive touch to your outdoor seating area with some Christmas pillows. You can even DIY your own pillows with stencils and fabric paint.
If you’re not the crafty type, you can find a variety of Christmas pillows at your local home goods store or online.
17. Christmas Doormat
A doormat is the perfect way to add a little Christmas cheer to your porch without going over the top.
I love the simplicity of this “Merry” doormat – it’s the perfect way to greet your guests.
If you have a double front porch, consider adding a doormat to each side of the door.
You can also layer your doormat on top of a larger outdoor rug to add a little more color and pattern.
18. Christmas Presents
Make your front porch look like a winter wonderland with presents in all shapes, sizes, and colors.
This look is easy to achieve with a few festive gift boxes, or you can make your own presents using wood or cardboard boxes and wrapping paper.
To make the presents look like they’re floating, use invisible fishing line to hang them from the ceiling.
19. Christmas Lights
Stringing lights around your porch railings and columns is an easy way to add a festive glow to your Christmas front porch.
You can also use a pre-lit garland or wreath to add lights to your decor.
20. Christmas Topiaries
Topiaries are a great way to add some height to your porch decor. These bright red topiaries are the perfect way to frame your front door and welcome guests.
The red and white color scheme is continued with the rest of the decor, and the topiaries are placed in a pair of red planters.
21. Christmas Ornaments
If you’re looking for a simple way to dress up your front porch for Christmas, try hanging large ornaments from your porch ceiling.
This easy DIY project takes less than 30 minutes and makes a big statement.
Simply use a drill to make a hole in the top of a large Christmas ball ornament, then thread a piece of ribbon through the hole and tie it to a length of twine.
Repeat this process with several ornaments, then hang the twine from the porch ceiling using a cup hook.
22. Christmas Sled
If you’re lucky enough to find an old sled, use it as the focal point of your Christmas front porch.
You can add a wreath to the center, or even a small Christmas tree.
A sled also makes an excellent prop for family photos, just hang a sign and let the sled do the talking!
Conclusion
Get inspired by these fabulous Christmas front porch decorating ideas, and let the holiday cheer begin.
