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Chicago Outdoor Holiday Lighting & More
Residential & Commercial
Christmas & Halloween
Permanent Architectural Lighting & Bistro Lighting too!
We’re a local, woman-owned Chicago design company creating and installing elegant lighting displays since 2001.
This video shows exactly what you can expect for your own home design and decorating!
We design and install elegant holiday lighting displays (take-down, maintenance and decor included)
Amazing Christmas lights installation in Chicago
I started this business over 21 years ago, right out of the trunk of my car, and I am more passionate than ever about creating extraordinary lighting experiences that my clients are proud to show off.
My mission is to offer the best in design and service. That’s why I created a super personal and convenient design process ideal for busy Chicago-area parents and professionals who want custom, elegant and reliable Christmas lighting displays without the hassle.
We design and install elegant holiday lighting displays (take-down, maintenance and decor included)
Amazing Christmas lights installation in Chicago
OUR EFFICIENT and CUSTOM design process is ideal for busy Chicago-area parents and professionals who want custom, elegant and reliable Christmas lights display without the hassle.
This video shows exactly what you can expect for your own home design and decorating!
Services
Design
We are lighting designers creating custom elegant displays.
Decor
All decor is provided and stored by us in our warehouse.
Setup
Our team of seasoned installers precisely and carefully decorate.
Service
We provide fast and unrivaled client and technical support.
Removal
When the season ends, we safely and promptly take down the decor.
Not Your Average Holiday
Display - Christmas &
Halloween, Elevated.
Behind the Scenes: Our Signature
Decorating Process
It’s a dynamic, collaborative experience designed for busy professionals and families who value quality, creativity, and clear communication.
Every design is tailored to your style, your home, and your budget –
with the organization and follow-through you can count on.
We’re known refined, professional displays that stand out on the
block for their clean lines, balance, and thoughtful detail.
meet our
designers
Kelly Fitzsimmons – Founder
The Light Lady
I’d love to create a lighting design that inspires you, with a process that’s perfect for busy parents and professionals. From the design to decorating and removal, my team and I handle everything, so you don’t have to lift a finger.
We work with you to create a custom displays that bring warmth and elegance to your home or business that you are proud of. Interested? Schedule a call, or text me at 312-728-8499, and I’ll be happy to answer any questions and discuss design ideas.
Our Designers
We work with you to create a custom displays that bring warmth and elegance to your home or business that you are proud of. Interested? Schedule a call, or text me at 312-728-8499, and I’ll be happy to answer any questions and discuss design ideas.
Our Mission
Creating family memories. We encourage everyone in Chicago to decorate for the holidays (DIY or hire a professional). Lights make people smile! At Light Up Your Holidays, we are dedicated to celebrating an amazing holiday season that creates family memories and traditions to last a lifetime. Our Christmas lights installers personalize each holiday design to reflect a client’s unique taste, style and budget.
Request your FREE
Custom Design
Lighting Projects begin at $2800-seasonal offers may be available, just ask!
Everyone deserves to enjoy a holiday home that they are proud to show off!
Sometimes less is more when creating a classic and elegant holiday display.
Feel confident with our professional installation that will make you proud.
Company Snapshot
Woman-Owned & Proudly Local
Bringing joy to Chicagoland since 2001 with a personal touch and creative flair.
Full-Services Holiday Magic
From desing to installation, removal and storage – We handle it all so you don’t have to lift a finger
Free Digital Rendering
See you space transformed before we even hang first ligth. Visual planning – zero surprises.
Skilled, Insure & Ready
Our uniformed crew rolls up in branded vans, fully insured and trained for safe, professional installs
24/7 Support Hotline
Need help or have a last-minute sparkle emergency? We’re always on call
Professional Designers & Proactive Techs
Design minds meet hands-on brilliance. Our team anticipates and solves before you even notice.
Award-Winning & Trusted
Angie’s List Award, 5-star reviews, loyal clients year after year – we let our results speak.
Giving Back Matters
We proudly offer pro bono installations to families and causes that deserve a little extra light.Get Your Questions Answered
Schedule a Call Today
We want to ensure we’re the perfect fit for your holiday decorating! If you’re not quite ready to commit to a custom design consultation, start with a 15-minute call with our lighting designer.
What You Can Expect:
Personal Connection: Talk directly with our designer to discuss your home’s details and share your vision.
Answer All Your Questions: Get answers to all your questions, address any concerns, and explore design ideas together.
No Pressure: This call is all about understanding how we can best serve you.
Connect with our Designer!
We make it easy to learn about us and our process. Schedule your 15-minute call here or call us now at 312-728-8499. Let’s make sure we’re the right fit to help you create holiday magic for your family.
Avoid Time Consuming Stressors
Wondering who you can trust to safely install lighting and decor on your home?
Irate that your past decorating company ignored your service calls or went out of business?
Embarrassed by your last decorating effort?
Disappointed that the decor was installed later than promised?
Frustrated that your lights keep going out while your neighbors’ houses remain lit?
Tired of your spouse and kids nagging you to get the lights up?
We’re happy to answer your questions. Text or call:
Bistro Lighting
This isn’t just lighting-it’s an invitation to slow down, gather close, and enjoy your space in a whole new way.
Our bistro lighting cast a warm, elegant glow over your pool, deck, or, firepit-turning ordinary nights into unforgettable ones.
We use solid, professional-grade materials and stylized bulbs you won’t find in store-designed for beauty, built to last.
For backyards or restaurants, it’s a tiimeless upgrade that adds atmosphere, connection, and magic to every evening.
Permanent Lighting
Make your home or business unforgettable with permanent architectural lighting that transforms every night into something worth remembering.
Our sleek, professional systems are mounted flush into your soffit for a clean, polished look that enhances -never disrupts- your design.
Change colors instantly with a smart app. Celebrate every holiday, every special moment, or simply set the perfect tone- any night of the year.
Built with commercial-grade materials and engineered to perform year-round, this is lighting made to last-and made to impress.
Event Lighting
Make your special occasion unforgettable.
From backyard grads and baby showers to big fundraisers and corporate events – we light up every celebration with custom design that sets the perfect mood.
Add our oversized lit photo frame for unforgettable selfies, group shots, and Christmas-card magic.
The right lighting doesn’t just decorate – it defines the moment
THE VALUE OF HIRING
Light up Your Holidays
Feel confident and proud of your professional holiday home.
Enjoy a hassle-free, reliable holiday service that your entire neighborhood is in awe of.
Never worry about wasting your time or money purchasing or storing holiday decor!
Never climb another ladder risking your life or trading your valuable time for decorating.
Free up your time to spend it with your friends and family.
Surprise your family with MAGICAL lighting!
A woman-owned business with over two decades of experience helping hundreds of clients create holiday memories.
Our Design Team
Is made up of trained artists, photographers, architects and decorators. We are passionate about creating beautiful, classic holiday homes for our clients. We live and breathe the principles of elegance and balance to enhance the architecture of your home.
Our crew
Our full-time professional Christmas lights installers are highly trained and skilled on 40ft+ ladders. We are insured and assume all risk. Light Up Your Holidays keeps your Chicago-area home, and our crew, safe. Our service technicians visit each home starting in December to maintain your lighting display. We take decorating your home seriously.
Our Guarantee
We guarantee that you will be delighted with the magical holiday display starting with your design collaboration, installation and on to removal. Our service technicians will remedy any issues with 24-48 hours. Request your FREE DESIGN NOW to enjoy your decorated home by Thanksgiving.