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The Prettiest Under $50 Outdoor Christmas Decorations That Are Straight Out of a Hallmark Movie

From extra large ornaments to decorative greenery for the front porch.

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Few things get me into the Christmas spirit faster than driving through a neighborhood all decked out for the holidays. Between the oversized ornaments and festive wreaths, every house brings its own magic. Want to join in on the fun? Luckily, I found a bunch of decorations that don’t cost a fortune.

If you believe more is more, go all out with larger-than-life inflatables, illuminated reindeer, and a Christmas light projector that turns your house into a holiday light show. Prefer something a little more understated? A few oversized red bows, a classic wreath, or some well-placed string lights can be just as charming. You can even lean into a theme, whether that's a whimsical Whoville display or a traditional nativity scene.

To help bring your vision to life, we've rounded up the best outdoor Christmas decorations under $50, including light-up figures, extra large lawn ornaments, and plenty of cheerful finishing touches. You'll find affordable picks from retailers like Amazon and Walmart, so you can save more of your holiday budget for the presents under the tree.

You can get these lights in white, green, blue or rainbow. The power cord is 16 feet long, making it easy to hang on taller trees.

These white light reindeer with gold scarves are a simple and elegant decoration to add to your front lawn. They stand out on their own or as part of a full holiday scene alongside inflatables and holiday lights.

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Is there such a thing as too much Christmas? We think not. These extra large bulbs can be hung or staked into the ground as walkway lighting. With the ability to connect up to 86 strands together, these individual lights are a great way to add holiday cheer without the hassle of untangling strand after strand of traditional Christmas lights.

We love the idea of placing the candle right by your front door to welcome guests as they come in. Illuminate your entryway with the warm glow of this three-foot candle.

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Skip the tedious process of making bows and draping ribbon and opt for pre-made, pre-lit garland instead. Decorate your fence or railing with these large bows, adorned with greenery and lights and attached by ribbons dripping with ornaments.

When you want a classic Christmas look, you can't go wrong with pretty presents. You can place these under a tree outside or right on the lawn — either way, they will look great.

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This 49-foot string has 100 stars and features eight lighting modes. Our Lab pros advise that these items are ideal for outdoor use; however, it's advisable to place them in a location that can keep them safe from excessive exposure to rain.

Dog lovers, you're going to need this tinsel decoration of Santa walking his puppy. Carrying his sack of gifts, Santa is out taking his furry friend for a stroll.

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Ornaments aren't just for the tree. Wish your friends and neighbors a happy holiday with these extra large inflatable outdoor ornaments.

With eight different pattern settings, these battery-powered globes can be arranged and rearranged to create the perfect holiday scene. The Good Housekeeping Institute notes that these are better for a smaller display as the strand is 18 feet long.

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During the most popular time of the year for mail delivery, this festive touch will spread holiday cheer to your delivery person and neighbors. This realistic-looking greenery drapes gently over your mailbox and can even be enjoyed at night thanks to built-in battery-powered lights.

Not all Christmas decorations need to be large, inflatable or flashy. There's something very lovely about a simple decoration that gets the holiday spirit across. All is calm and all is bright with this three-foot JOY sign with built-in lights.

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Create a vintage holiday feel this year with these large bulb colorful lights. This strand of 50 lights will add bigger pops of color wherever you string your lights.

Fans of colored lights, rejoice: These vibrant, fiber optic trees are the pops of color you've been looking for. Transform your lawn into a magical holiday forest with these 33-inch solar-powered trees that rotate between seven different colors.

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Anything can be a peppermint candy if you wrap it in red and white. This 30-foot red and white striped roping with LED lights inside can turn your porch railing, fence, roof or even window frames into a candy cane, day or night.

Unlike regular snowmen, these snowmen thrive in the sun. Light the way for a late night snowy stroll with these solar-powered ground lights depicting cozy, bundled-up snowmen.

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Your neighbors will feel like they're walking by the Fifth Avenue holiday window displays every time they pass your home with this window decor set.

There's something so warm and cozy about an evergreen wreath hanging on your door. This symbol of Christmas is all you need to give your entryway a comforting, welcoming feel at the holidays.

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Deck the halls with this festive inflatable, fa la la la llama. Adorned with a Santa hat, scarf and presents on its back, this six-foot llama is a fun addition to your lawn if you're looking for a unique spin on your typical Santa and snowman decorations.

Christmastime is officially here when the Peanuts gang comes to town. Snoopy's number one sidekick, Woodstock, is ready for the season dressed in a Santa hat and filled with lights, so this decoration looks great day or night.

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