15 Eye-Catching Outdoor Thanksgiving Decoration Ideas For Every Style

Now that more people are vaccinated than ever, we can expect Thanksgiving (this year), to come back in full force in 2021. And while the inside of homes will definitely be festive, paying attention to the outside is just as important.

While DIY outdoors Thanksgiving decor requires a little more effort, it can be a fun activity to gather with loved ones and make homemade wreaths out of dried flowers and plants or cut out the tops of pumpkins to use as flower pots. You can also set up a homemade cornucopia centerpiece by filling a store-bought wicker cornucopia (they can be bought at most craft stores) with corn, squash and more.

From themed candles to striking maple leaf garlands, you can perfect your fall decor game for all the neighbors to see. We’ve scoured the web for the best options in front yard decor, lighting options to up the ambiance, and elevated tablescapes if you decide you want to eat that turkey al fresco. Opt for a family-friendly look that all the neighborhood kids will love, or perhaps greet your guests with something more elegant if you’re hosting a more adult party.

Extend this autumn season as long as possible with the most popular outdoor Thanksgiving decorations for the holiday season.

Front Yard Decorations

JOYIN 2-Pack Fall Maple Leaf Garland

Artificial maple leaves are a popular garland for front yard decorations during Thanksgiving. You can style them as bushes around the patio, or hang them in the same places as you would string lights. Many homeowners like to adorn their door frames in these leaves, which take on more of an autumn theme than a holiday one specifically, hence allowing you to get more longevity out of your outdoor decor. Rather than being one shade, these leaves have complex hues that look like the real thing.

Buy: JOYIN 2-Pack Fall Maple Leaf Garland $9.99 (orig. $12.99) 23% OFF

Thanksgiving Inflatable LED Lighted Display

This larger-than-life inflatable Thanksgiving turkey display lights up with LED lights, showcasing a pilgrim turkey and her kiddos. A joyful and family-friendly centerpiece, this inflatable turkey only makes a small amount of noise and is kept secure with ground stakes and tethers. While it’s more playful than elegant, multiple buyers agree that it’s a hit with the neighborhood kids, and puts out a cheerful vibe that’s perfect for the holiday season.

Buy: Thanksgiving Inflatable LED Lighted Display $99.99

WHY Decor Set of 3 Metal Corn Stalk Garden Stake

If Thanksgiving-specific outdoor decorations aren’t your vibe, consider this autumnal metal corn stalk decoration, which seamlessly fits in anywhere in your yard. Every cob is hand-painted and completely weatherproof, so you don’t have to worry about bringing these decorations in when the weather turns bad. While this set of three doesn’t come assembled, putting them together is easy as can be. If real corn on the cob is too messy for your test, consider this tasteful alternative.

Buy: WHY Decor Set of 3 Metal Corn Stalk Garden Stake $72.99

2-Piece Metal Scarecrow Figurine Set

Nothing says fall like a pair of scarecrows! These handcrafted metal male and female scarecrows make a bright centerpiece for any garden or home. Featuring twine and cut straw embellishments to soften the overall look, these standing pieces will help you earn compliments from neighbors while keeping birds and other animals away from your yard. They look great alongside pumpkins, and users really appreciate the craftsmanship that you get for the price.

Buy: 2-Piece Metal Scarecrow Figurine Set $54.99

Victory Store Gobble Yard Sign

Turkeys and pumpkins not really your thing? No problem — this colorful yet subtle corrugated plastic letter series spells out “gobble” in all caps. These beautifully designed letters (each sitting at 18 inches high) are weatherproof and extremely easy to set up and store away when the thanksgiving season has passed. Made by a family-run business in Iowa this outdoor yard sign is a great way to spread the holiday cheer without getting tacky or overwhelming your space.

Buy: Victory Store Gobble Yard Sign $39.95

Outdoor Table Decor

Winemana Thanksgiving Artificial Harvest Decoration Set, 50-piece

Adorn your outdoor table and other furniture with this artificial harvest decoration set, complete with pumpkins, gourds, pine corns, acorn and leaves. You can scatter these lightweight, realistic props wherever you’d like — on a table runner, artfully arranged in a bowl or on your doorstep. Unlike real pumpkins, you don’t have to worry about squirrels or other creatures nibbling into them and ruining the aesthetic. A budget-friendly way to really up the ambiance on your patio.

Buy: Winemana Thanksgiving Artificial Harvest Decoration Set, 50-piece $14.99 (orig. $15.98) 6% OFF

TURNMEON, Fall Pumpkin Flameless Tea Lights 12-pack

Tea lights are always a solid way to increase the atmosphere, but keeping them lit in a windy patio can be a headache. Instead, opt for a flameless candle, like these plastic flickering mini pumpkins, which can also be set in flashing light mode. They’re battery-powered, give off a warm yellow light, and are sold in a 12-pack. If you don’t use all 12, you can always use them indoors to line your mantle, windowsill and more.

Buy: TURNMEON, Fall Pumpkin Flameless Tea Lights 12-pack $24.99

JK CreativeWood Handmade Wooden Turkeys

If you want outdoor Thanksgiving decorations that will last years rather than months, ditch the plastic and consider these gorgeously designed wooden turkeys. Available in small, medium, and large, the colors are elegant and natural-looking, since they’re made from different species of wood. You can style them laying flat, or standing up on your table — either way, they pack a huge visual punch, and you might end up wanting one for every room in your house.

Buy: JK CreativeWood Handmade Wooden Turkeys $30.00+

DearHouse Artificial Plaid Pumpkin/Harvest Decoration Package

Orange faux-pumpkins can be a little on the nose, so why not mix them up with some fashion-forward plaid jack o’ lanterns instead. The set also comes with loose maple leaves and acorns. Rather than being made of cheap plastic like decorations from the dollar store, the maple leaves are made from premium silk. Consider placing a series of these pumpkins on your doorstep, along with arranging them for your thanksgiving outdoor table decor.

Buy: DearHouse Artificial Plaid Pumpkin/Harvest Decoration Package

Artoid Mode Buffalo Plaid Fall Harvest Table Runner

There’s no way to spruce up a spread like adding a festive table runner into the mix. This seasonal fall table decoration has a vintage feel, with illustrated birdhouses, pumpkins, and more, all bordered in a black and white plaid which offers some trendy contrast. The polyester runner comes in different sizes and can be machine washed. Keep your table clean and attractive with this runner, which can also be used on a kitchen island if you’re hosting an indoor dinner.

Buy: Artoid Mode Buffalo Plaid Fall Harvest Table Runner

Lighted Decorations

Desert Steel Squatty Pumpkin Luminary Decorative Lantern

This clever steel lantern comes disguised as a pumpkin, which offers a lighting solution and accent piece all in one. The interior color gives off an orange glow when lit with a candle or light, and you can even place a citronella candle in there to keep pests away from your lovely yard set up. It’s the best kind of garden art for your front or back yard — one that requires no green thumb at all!

Buy: Desert Steel Squatty Pumpkin Luminary Decorative Lantern $57.99

Mudder Acorn LED Waterproof String Lights

These acorn LED fairy lights are a welcome remix on your everyday string lights. With eight different modes from twinkling to flashing, these waterproof, 3D lights are a charming way to dress up any outdoor area and can remain up all through the autumn season. Although they look perfectly fine on their own, one buyer added them into a fall garland, while another mentioned that the atmospheric glow they give off almost looks like embers.

Buy: Mudder Acorn LED Waterproof String Lights $12.99

Luditek Waterproof Autumn Garland Lights

Why put up ordinary fake leaves when you could get that extra sparkle with a lighted leaf garland? These battery-powered decorative lights have all the settings of regular string lights, and the lit-up leaves lend a warm and moody vibe that will fit into any home — wrap them around a deck railing, pergola, or pathway. Arriving with a waterproof battery case, the lights themselves are waterproof, and, according to Amazon reviewers, long-lasting.

Buy: Luditek Waterproof Autumn Garland Lights $18.99

Glass Poole Co LED Pumpkin String Lights

These battery-operated LED pumpkin string lights by Glass Poole Co. will carry you through Halloween and Thanksgiving, year after year. They sit on a silver-plated copper string, making them extra flexible and more appealing to the eye. Twist them around anything in your outdoor set-up for a touch of whimsy that’s not too loud. Consider wrapping them around a faux leaf garland for a more Thanksgiving-themed look.

Buy: Glass Poole Co LED Pumpkin String Lights $14.69