Even though it feels like the year only just began (or is it just us?), it'll be Christmas before we know it. So now's the time to start thinking about putting up your tree, right?

Well, that depends on who you ask. If you were following the tradition set out by the ancient peoples of Europe, you wouldn't put up your Christmas tree until just before Christmas Eve.

However, many people tend to put up their Christmas trees much earlier than that these days.

One mum shared a picture of her Christmas tree in October, which caused a debate on social media. Credit: Getty Images. (Stock photo)

In a post on the popular Facebook group Kmart Home Decor & Hacks, an enthusiastic mother uploaded a photo of her magnificent Christmas tree and said she had no regrets about putting it up early, even though it may be against some people's 'tradition'.

'Yes, it's early. Don't come at me. Kmart made me do it,' the mum wrote in the caption of her social media post.
The woman bought the tree from an overseas retailer, Christmas Warehouse, and decorated it with ornaments from Kmart to make it look more festive and magical.

However, people in the Facebook group had different ideas about whether or not it was too soon to put the display up.
'It's too early; it's not even November, let alone December!' one user wrote in the comments section, with another agreeing and adding, 'This is beautiful but way too early…'

On the other hand, some defended the behaviour, saying that it was entirely up to the person and it is perfectly understandable to set up their Christmas tree in October.

'Never too early for some happiness,' said a third, while another went on to say: 'No such thing as too early. I put mine up two months before Christmas. What is the point of owning something so beautiful if it is only on display for a few weeks each year?'

Many people have confessed that they enjoy getting an early start on decorating their Christmas tree. Credit: Facebook.

Is there really an 'appropriate' date to put up your Christmas decorations at home?

For many people, December 1 marks the date when it is socially acceptable to put up your tree — any date before then is too early to decorate for Christmas (or so they say).

As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, another way to determine when it's 'time' is by going by the date on which Advent begins.

Christians get ready for Christ's coming during Advent and celebrate his birth on December 25 each year.

This season usually falls between November 27 and December 3 every year (give or take a day), meaning that going by this tradition, any date after November 27 would be considered an appropriate time to start celebrating – i.e., putting up your tree and decking out your house with all things merry and bright!

Also, as most Australian schools have their break for holidays around mid-December anyway (sometimes even earlier), a lot of families use this opportunity to get into the festive spirit together before everyone scatters around for their summer getaways.

There are even studies that claim that if you choose to put up your decorations early, you're likely to be a happier person! Of course, though... times have changed.

Tip

Check out one of our previous articles if you're looking for a Christmas tree that won't break the bank, or are still deciding between buying a real tree or an artificial one.

Nowadays, as many people with a variety of beliefs from all around the world celebrate Christmas, the 'right' time to move forward with decorating tends to come down more to personal choice and preference than anything else.

So, if you want to go ahead and put yours up these days, feel free!

Here in Australia, it's also pretty commonplace to see malls and bigger stores roll out their decorations in early November already. Are those Christmas Carols we hear?

So, if you'd prefer your household festivities follow suit with what commercial establishments are doing… Well, now might be the time to get cracking on gathering those decorations!

Key Takeaways

• As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, people usually go by the date on which the Church commences celebrating the pending birth of Jesus on Christmas Day: the beginning of Advent.
• As many people with a variety of beliefs and backgrounds now celebrate Christmas all around the world, the right time to put up and take down your holiday decorations these days tends to come down to personal choice and preference.
• It's pretty common to see Christmas decorations start popping up in malls and department stores in early November, so if you want to follow that lead, you can put yours up now.

Just don't force anyone, in particular, to help you carry/set things up earlier than they might be comfortable with (we can only imagine how frazzled some people would feel dealing with an unexpectedly huge box of baubles in October).

Otherwise, have fun crafting away at making this holiday season as merry and as bright as possible. Enjoy the next few weeks leading up to the holidays, everyone, and have fun decorating!

Now, when do YOU think it’s appropriate to start decorating for Christmas?

 

[Hindie]

I always put mine up on December 1st and take it down on the 31st, that was what my family have always done for generations

 

[Ashmenou]

I put mine December 1 and take down January 7.

 

[Thecheesequeen]

Put up 1st Sunday of Advent and take down at Epiphany (12th night, or 12th day of Christmas) which is 5th January.

 

[Ian1]

Even though it feels like the year only just began (or is it just us?), it'll be Christmas before we know it. So now's the time to start thinking about putting up your tree, right?

Well, that depends on who you ask. If you were following the tradition set out by the ancient peoples of Europe, you wouldn't put up your Christmas tree until just before Christmas Eve.

However, many people tend to put up their Christmas trees much earlier than that these days.

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One mum shared a picture of her Christmas tree in October, which caused a debate on social media. Credit: Getty Images. (Stock photo)

In a post on the popular Facebook group Kmart Home Decor & Hacks, an enthusiastic mother uploaded a photo of her magnificent Christmas tree and said she had no regrets about putting it up early, even though it may be against some people's 'tradition'.

'Yes, it's early. Don't come at me. Kmart made me do it,' the mum wrote in the caption of her social media post.
The woman bought the tree from an overseas retailer, Christmas Warehouse, and decorated it with ornaments from Kmart to make it look more festive and magical.

However, people in the Facebook group had different ideas about whether or not it was too soon to put the display up.
'It's too early; it's not even November, let alone December!' one user wrote in the comments section, with another agreeing and adding, 'This is beautiful but way too early…'

On the other hand, some defended the behaviour, saying that it was entirely up to the person and it is perfectly understandable to set up their Christmas tree in October.

'Never too early for some happiness,' said a third, while another went on to say: 'No such thing as too early. I put mine up two months before Christmas. What is the point of owning something so beautiful if it is only on display for a few weeks each year?'

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Many people have confessed that they enjoy getting an early start on decorating their Christmas tree. Credit: Facebook.

Is there really an 'appropriate' date to put up your Christmas decorations at home?

For many people, December 1 marks the date when it is socially acceptable to put up your tree — any date before then is too early to decorate for Christmas (or so they say).

As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, another way to determine when it's 'time' is by going by the date on which Advent begins.

Christians get ready for Christ's coming during Advent and celebrate his birth on December 25 each year.

This season usually falls between November 27 and December 3 every year (give or take a day), meaning that going by this tradition, any date after November 27 would be considered an appropriate time to start celebrating – i.e., putting up your tree and decking out your house with all things merry and bright!

Also, as most Australian schools have their break for holidays around mid-December anyway (sometimes even earlier), a lot of families use this opportunity to get into the festive spirit together before everyone scatters around for their summer getaways.

There are even studies that claim that if you choose to put up your decorations early, you're likely to be a happier person! Of course, though... times have changed.

Tip

Check out one of our previous articles if you're looking for a Christmas tree that won't break the bank, or are still deciding between buying a real tree or an artificial one.

Nowadays, as many people with a variety of beliefs from all around the world celebrate Christmas, the 'right' time to move forward with decorating tends to come down more to personal choice and preference than anything else.

So, if you want to go ahead and put yours up these days, feel free!

Here in Australia, it's also pretty commonplace to see malls and bigger stores roll out their decorations in early November already. Are those Christmas Carols we hear?

So, if you'd prefer your household festivities follow suit with what commercial establishments are doing… Well, now might be the time to get cracking on gathering those decorations!

Key Takeaways

• As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, people usually go by the date on which the Church commences celebrating the pending birth of Jesus on Christmas Day: the beginning of Advent.
• As many people with a variety of beliefs and backgrounds now celebrate Christmas all around the world, the right time to put up and take down your holiday decorations these days tends to come down to personal choice and preference.
• It's pretty common to see Christmas decorations start popping up in malls and department stores in early November, so if you want to follow that lead, you can put yours up now.

Just don't force anyone, in particular, to help you carry/set things up earlier than they might be comfortable with (we can only imagine how frazzled some people would feel dealing with an unexpectedly huge box of baubles in October).

Otherwise, have fun crafting away at making this holiday season as merry and as bright as possible. Enjoy the next few weeks leading up to the holidays, everyone, and have fun decorating!

Now, when do YOU think it’s appropriate to start decorating for Christmas?

Traditionally, of course

Even though it feels like the year only just began (or is it just us?), it'll be Christmas before we know it. So now's the time to start thinking about putting up your tree, right?

Well, that depends on who you ask. If you were following the tradition set out by the ancient peoples of Europe, you wouldn't put up your Christmas tree until just before Christmas Eve.

However, many people tend to put up their Christmas trees much earlier than that these days.

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One mum shared a picture of her Christmas tree in October, which caused a debate on social media. Credit: Getty Images. (Stock photo)

In a post on the popular Facebook group Kmart Home Decor & Hacks, an enthusiastic mother uploaded a photo of her magnificent Christmas tree and said she had no regrets about putting it up early, even though it may be against some people's 'tradition'.

'Yes, it's early. Don't come at me. Kmart made me do it,' the mum wrote in the caption of her social media post.
The woman bought the tree from an overseas retailer, Christmas Warehouse, and decorated it with ornaments from Kmart to make it look more festive and magical.

However, people in the Facebook group had different ideas about whether or not it was too soon to put the display up.
'It's too early; it's not even November, let alone December!' one user wrote in the comments section, with another agreeing and adding, 'This is beautiful but way too early…'

On the other hand, some defended the behaviour, saying that it was entirely up to the person and it is perfectly understandable to set up their Christmas tree in October.

'Never too early for some happiness,' said a third, while another went on to say: 'No such thing as too early. I put mine up two months before Christmas. What is the point of owning something so beautiful if it is only on display for a few weeks each year?'

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Many people have confessed that they enjoy getting an early start on decorating their Christmas tree. Credit: Facebook.

Is there really an 'appropriate' date to put up your Christmas decorations at home?

For many people, December 1 marks the date when it is socially acceptable to put up your tree — any date before then is too early to decorate for Christmas (or so they say).

As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, another way to determine when it's 'time' is by going by the date on which Advent begins.

Christians get ready for Christ's coming during Advent and celebrate his birth on December 25 each year.

This season usually falls between November 27 and December 3 every year (give or take a day), meaning that going by this tradition, any date after November 27 would be considered an appropriate time to start celebrating – i.e., putting up your tree and decking out your house with all things merry and bright!

Also, as most Australian schools have their break for holidays around mid-December anyway (sometimes even earlier), a lot of families use this opportunity to get into the festive spirit together before everyone scatters around for their summer getaways.

There are even studies that claim that if you choose to put up your decorations early, you're likely to be a happier person! Of course, though... times have changed.

Tip

Check out one of our previous articles if you're looking for a Christmas tree that won't break the bank, or are still deciding between buying a real tree or an artificial one.

Nowadays, as many people with a variety of beliefs from all around the world celebrate Christmas, the 'right' time to move forward with decorating tends to come down more to personal choice and preference than anything else.

So, if you want to go ahead and put yours up these days, feel free!

Here in Australia, it's also pretty commonplace to see malls and bigger stores roll out their decorations in early November already. Are those Christmas Carols we hear?

So, if you'd prefer your household festivities follow suit with what commercial establishments are doing… Well, now might be the time to get cracking on gathering those decorations!

Key Takeaways

• As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, people usually go by the date on which the Church commences celebrating the pending birth of Jesus on Christmas Day: the beginning of Advent.
• As many people with a variety of beliefs and backgrounds now celebrate Christmas all around the world, the right time to put up and take down your holiday decorations these days tends to come down to personal choice and preference.
• It's pretty common to see Christmas decorations start popping up in malls and department stores in early November, so if you want to follow that lead, you can put yours up now.

Just don't force anyone, in particular, to help you carry/set things up earlier than they might be comfortable with (we can only imagine how frazzled some people would feel dealing with an unexpectedly huge box of baubles in October).

Otherwise, have fun crafting away at making this holiday season as merry and as bright as possible. Enjoy the next few weeks leading up to the holidays, everyone, and have fun decorating!

Now, when do YOU think it’s appropriate to start decorating for Christmas?

Traditionally, of course, we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus on December 25, and we want that celebration to last as long as possible. I think that December 1st is appropriate to decorate, and you could leave your tree up unti well into January, giving you two months to enjoy the celebrations. Just because Christmas (and Easter, Valentines Day, etc) have become so commercialised, making this time a huge money-grabbing exercise, that should not influence us about when we choose to celebrate. Merry Christmas, everyone!

 

[Liz]

Put up 1st Sunday of Advent and take down at Epiphany (12th night, or 12th day of Christmas) which is 5th January.

Agree with you. But it has to be an individual thing these days.

 

[OldBells]

Even though it feels like the year only just began (or is it just us?), it'll be Christmas before we know it. So now's the time to start thinking about putting up your tree, right?

Well, that depends on who you ask. If you were following the tradition set out by the ancient peoples of Europe, you wouldn't put up your Christmas tree until just before Christmas Eve.

However, many people tend to put up their Christmas trees much earlier than that these days.

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One mum shared a picture of her Christmas tree in October, which caused a debate on social media. Credit: Getty Images. (Stock photo)

In a post on the popular Facebook group Kmart Home Decor & Hacks, an enthusiastic mother uploaded a photo of her magnificent Christmas tree and said she had no regrets about putting it up early, even though it may be against some people's 'tradition'.

'Yes, it's early. Don't come at me. Kmart made me do it,' the mum wrote in the caption of her social media post.
The woman bought the tree from an overseas retailer, Christmas Warehouse, and decorated it with ornaments from Kmart to make it look more festive and magical.

However, people in the Facebook group had different ideas about whether or not it was too soon to put the display up.
'It's too early; it's not even November, let alone December!' one user wrote in the comments section, with another agreeing and adding, 'This is beautiful but way too early…'

On the other hand, some defended the behaviour, saying that it was entirely up to the person and it is perfectly understandable to set up their Christmas tree in October.

'Never too early for some happiness,' said a third, while another went on to say: 'No such thing as too early. I put mine up two months before Christmas. What is the point of owning something so beautiful if it is only on display for a few weeks each year?'

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Many people have confessed that they enjoy getting an early start on decorating their Christmas tree. Credit: Facebook.

Is there really an 'appropriate' date to put up your Christmas decorations at home?

For many people, December 1 marks the date when it is socially acceptable to put up your tree — any date before then is too early to decorate for Christmas (or so they say).

As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, another way to determine when it's 'time' is by going by the date on which Advent begins.

Christians get ready for Christ's coming during Advent and celebrate his birth on December 25 each year.

This season usually falls between November 27 and December 3 every year (give or take a day), meaning that going by this tradition, any date after November 27 would be considered an appropriate time to start celebrating – i.e., putting up your tree and decking out your house with all things merry and bright!

Also, as most Australian schools have their break for holidays around mid-December anyway (sometimes even earlier), a lot of families use this opportunity to get into the festive spirit together before everyone scatters around for their summer getaways.

There are even studies that claim that if you choose to put up your decorations early, you're likely to be a happier person! Of course, though... times have changed.

Tip

Check out one of our previous articles if you're looking for a Christmas tree that won't break the bank, or are still deciding between buying a real tree or an artificial one.

Nowadays, as many people with a variety of beliefs from all around the world celebrate Christmas, the 'right' time to move forward with decorating tends to come down more to personal choice and preference than anything else.

So, if you want to go ahead and put yours up these days, feel free!

Here in Australia, it's also pretty commonplace to see malls and bigger stores roll out their decorations in early November already. Are those Christmas Carols we hear?

So, if you'd prefer your household festivities follow suit with what commercial establishments are doing… Well, now might be the time to get cracking on gathering those decorations!

Key Takeaways

• As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, people usually go by the date on which the Church commences celebrating the pending birth of Jesus on Christmas Day: the beginning of Advent.
• As many people with a variety of beliefs and backgrounds now celebrate Christmas all around the world, the right time to put up and take down your holiday decorations these days tends to come down to personal choice and preference.
• It's pretty common to see Christmas decorations start popping up in malls and department stores in early November, so if you want to follow that lead, you can put yours up now.

Just don't force anyone, in particular, to help you carry/set things up earlier than they might be comfortable with (we can only imagine how frazzled some people would feel dealing with an unexpectedly huge box of baubles in October).

Otherwise, have fun crafting away at making this holiday season as merry and as bright as possible. Enjoy the next few weeks leading up to the holidays, everyone, and have fun decorating!

Now, when do YOU think it’s appropriate to start decorating for Christmas?

The shops start putting things out as early as August but I think its up to the individual. I think , considering the last couple of years and the current high costs, we all need a bit of cheering up and decorating the house for Christmas should be sooner rather than later, it lifts the spirit.

 

[Dippy53]

Even though it feels like the year only just began (or is it just us?), it'll be Christmas before we know it. So now's the time to start thinking about putting up your tree, right?

Well, that depends on who you ask. If you were following the tradition set out by the ancient peoples of Europe, you wouldn't put up your Christmas tree until just before Christmas Eve.

However, many people tend to put up their Christmas trees much earlier than that these days.

View attachment 7848

One mum shared a picture of her Christmas tree in October, which caused a debate on social media. Credit: Getty Images. (Stock photo)

In a post on the popular Facebook group Kmart Home Decor & Hacks, an enthusiastic mother uploaded a photo of her magnificent Christmas tree and said she had no regrets about putting it up early, even though it may be against some people's 'tradition'.

'Yes, it's early. Don't come at me. Kmart made me do it,' the mum wrote in the caption of her social media post.
The woman bought the tree from an overseas retailer, Christmas Warehouse, and decorated it with ornaments from Kmart to make it look more festive and magical.

However, people in the Facebook group had different ideas about whether or not it was too soon to put the display up.
'It's too early; it's not even November, let alone December!' one user wrote in the comments section, with another agreeing and adding, 'This is beautiful but way too early…'

On the other hand, some defended the behaviour, saying that it was entirely up to the person and it is perfectly understandable to set up their Christmas tree in October.

'Never too early for some happiness,' said a third, while another went on to say: 'No such thing as too early. I put mine up two months before Christmas. What is the point of owning something so beautiful if it is only on display for a few weeks each year?'

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Many people have confessed that they enjoy getting an early start on decorating their Christmas tree. Credit: Facebook.

Is there really an 'appropriate' date to put up your Christmas decorations at home?

For many people, December 1 marks the date when it is socially acceptable to put up your tree — any date before then is too early to decorate for Christmas (or so they say).

As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, another way to determine when it's 'time' is by going by the date on which Advent begins.

Christians get ready for Christ's coming during Advent and celebrate his birth on December 25 each year.

This season usually falls between November 27 and December 3 every year (give or take a day), meaning that going by this tradition, any date after November 27 would be considered an appropriate time to start celebrating – i.e., putting up your tree and decking out your house with all things merry and bright!

Also, as most Australian schools have their break for holidays around mid-December anyway (sometimes even earlier), a lot of families use this opportunity to get into the festive spirit together before everyone scatters around for their summer getaways.

There are even studies that claim that if you choose to put up your decorations early, you're likely to be a happier person! Of course, though... times have changed.

Tip

Check out one of our previous articles if you're looking for a Christmas tree that won't break the bank, or are still deciding between buying a real tree or an artificial one.

Nowadays, as many people with a variety of beliefs from all around the world celebrate Christmas, the 'right' time to move forward with decorating tends to come down more to personal choice and preference than anything else.

So, if you want to go ahead and put yours up these days, feel free!

Here in Australia, it's also pretty commonplace to see malls and bigger stores roll out their decorations in early November already. Are those Christmas Carols we hear?

So, if you'd prefer your household festivities follow suit with what commercial establishments are doing… Well, now might be the time to get cracking on gathering those decorations!

Key Takeaways

• As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, people usually go by the date on which the Church commences celebrating the pending birth of Jesus on Christmas Day: the beginning of Advent.
• As many people with a variety of beliefs and backgrounds now celebrate Christmas all around the world, the right time to put up and take down your holiday decorations these days tends to come down to personal choice and preference.
• It's pretty common to see Christmas decorations start popping up in malls and department stores in early November, so if you want to follow that lead, you can put yours up now.

Just don't force anyone, in particular, to help you carry/set things up earlier than they might be comfortable with (we can only imagine how frazzled some people would feel dealing with an unexpectedly huge box of baubles in October).

Otherwise, have fun crafting away at making this holiday season as merry and as bright as possible. Enjoy the next few weeks leading up to the holidays, everyone, and have fun decorating!

Now, when do YOU think it’s appropriate to start decorating for Christmas?

As my sons birthday is in late November I made the decision to put up Christmas decorations 12 days before Christmas and take them down 12 days after Christmas.

 

[Cazad]

It has been our tradition to go to or watch the Christmas Pageant ( Adelaide) which occurs on the second Saturday in November after which we put our Christmas decorations up. Then we always take them down on January 1. Our children now do the same with their children. It works for us. I have a friend who just leaves them up all year!

 

[gollywog]

I think these days, it is a personal choice!
I haven't put a tree up for some years now, the kids are all grown up and do their own thing but I can remember always putting the tree up in October (sometime) and taking it down on New Years Day, or there abouts, depending on how hung over you were after New Years Eve!!

 

[DrChip]

Even though it feels like the year only just began (or is it just us?), it'll be Christmas before we know it. So now's the time to start thinking about putting up your tree, right?

Well, that depends on who you ask. If you were following the tradition set out by the ancient peoples of Europe, you wouldn't put up your Christmas tree until just before Christmas Eve.

However, many people tend to put up their Christmas trees much earlier than that these days.

View attachment 7848

One mum shared a picture of her Christmas tree in October, which caused a debate on social media. Credit: Getty Images. (Stock photo)

In a post on the popular Facebook group Kmart Home Decor & Hacks, an enthusiastic mother uploaded a photo of her magnificent Christmas tree and said she had no regrets about putting it up early, even though it may be against some people's 'tradition'.

'Yes, it's early. Don't come at me. Kmart made me do it,' the mum wrote in the caption of her social media post.
The woman bought the tree from an overseas retailer, Christmas Warehouse, and decorated it with ornaments from Kmart to make it look more festive and magical.

However, people in the Facebook group had different ideas about whether or not it was too soon to put the display up.
'It's too early; it's not even November, let alone December!' one user wrote in the comments section, with another agreeing and adding, 'This is beautiful but way too early…'

On the other hand, some defended the behaviour, saying that it was entirely up to the person and it is perfectly understandable to set up their Christmas tree in October.

'Never too early for some happiness,' said a third, while another went on to say: 'No such thing as too early. I put mine up two months before Christmas. What is the point of owning something so beautiful if it is only on display for a few weeks each year?'

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Many people have confessed that they enjoy getting an early start on decorating their Christmas tree. Credit: Facebook.

Is there really an 'appropriate' date to put up your Christmas decorations at home?

For many people, December 1 marks the date when it is socially acceptable to put up your tree — any date before then is too early to decorate for Christmas (or so they say).

As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, another way to determine when it's 'time' is by going by the date on which Advent begins.

Christians get ready for Christ's coming during Advent and celebrate his birth on December 25 each year.

This season usually falls between November 27 and December 3 every year (give or take a day), meaning that going by this tradition, any date after November 27 would be considered an appropriate time to start celebrating – i.e., putting up your tree and decking out your house with all things merry and bright!

Also, as most Australian schools have their break for holidays around mid-December anyway (sometimes even earlier), a lot of families use this opportunity to get into the festive spirit together before everyone scatters around for their summer getaways.

There are even studies that claim that if you choose to put up your decorations early, you're likely to be a happier person! Of course, though... times have changed.

Tip

Check out one of our previous articles if you're looking for a Christmas tree that won't break the bank, or are still deciding between buying a real tree or an artificial one.

Nowadays, as many people with a variety of beliefs from all around the world celebrate Christmas, the 'right' time to move forward with decorating tends to come down more to personal choice and preference than anything else.

So, if you want to go ahead and put yours up these days, feel free!

Here in Australia, it's also pretty commonplace to see malls and bigger stores roll out their decorations in early November already. Are those Christmas Carols we hear?

So, if you'd prefer your household festivities follow suit with what commercial establishments are doing… Well, now might be the time to get cracking on gathering those decorations!

Key Takeaways

• As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, people usually go by the date on which the Church commences celebrating the pending birth of Jesus on Christmas Day: the beginning of Advent.
• As many people with a variety of beliefs and backgrounds now celebrate Christmas all around the world, the right time to put up and take down your holiday decorations these days tends to come down to personal choice and preference.
• It's pretty common to see Christmas decorations start popping up in malls and department stores in early November, so if you want to follow that lead, you can put yours up now.

Just don't force anyone, in particular, to help you carry/set things up earlier than they might be comfortable with (we can only imagine how frazzled some people would feel dealing with an unexpectedly huge box of baubles in October).

Otherwise, have fun crafting away at making this holiday season as merry and as bright as possible. Enjoy the next few weeks leading up to the holidays, everyone, and have fun decorating!

Now, when do YOU think it’s appropriate to start decorating for Christmas?

Who cares? Why are debating on this?

 

[JulieByfield]

Even though it feels like the year only just began (or is it just us?), it'll be Christmas before we know it. So now's the time to start thinking about putting up your tree, right?

Well, that depends on who you ask. If you were following the tradition set out by the ancient peoples of Europe, you wouldn't put up your Christmas tree until just before Christmas Eve.

However, many people tend to put up their Christmas trees much earlier than that these days.

View attachment 7848

One mum shared a picture of her Christmas tree in October, which caused a debate on social media. Credit: Getty Images. (Stock photo)

In a post on the popular Facebook group Kmart Home Decor & Hacks, an enthusiastic mother uploaded a photo of her magnificent Christmas tree and said she had no regrets about putting it up early, even though it may be against some people's 'tradition'.

'Yes, it's early. Don't come at me. Kmart made me do it,' the mum wrote in the caption of her social media post.
The woman bought the tree from an overseas retailer, Christmas Warehouse, and decorated it with ornaments from Kmart to make it look more festive and magical.

However, people in the Facebook group had different ideas about whether or not it was too soon to put the display up.
'It's too early; it's not even November, let alone December!' one user wrote in the comments section, with another agreeing and adding, 'This is beautiful but way too early…'

On the other hand, some defended the behaviour, saying that it was entirely up to the person and it is perfectly understandable to set up their Christmas tree in October.

'Never too early for some happiness,' said a third, while another went on to say: 'No such thing as too early. I put mine up two months before Christmas. What is the point of owning something so beautiful if it is only on display for a few weeks each year?'

View attachment 7849

Many people have confessed that they enjoy getting an early start on decorating their Christmas tree. Credit: Facebook.

Is there really an 'appropriate' date to put up your Christmas decorations at home?

For many people, December 1 marks the date when it is socially acceptable to put up your tree — any date before then is too early to decorate for Christmas (or so they say).

As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, another way to determine when it's 'time' is by going by the date on which Advent begins.

Christians get ready for Christ's coming during Advent and celebrate his birth on December 25 each year.

This season usually falls between November 27 and December 3 every year (give or take a day), meaning that going by this tradition, any date after November 27 would be considered an appropriate time to start celebrating – i.e., putting up your tree and decking out your house with all things merry and bright!

Also, as most Australian schools have their break for holidays around mid-December anyway (sometimes even earlier), a lot of families use this opportunity to get into the festive spirit together before everyone scatters around for their summer getaways.

There are even studies that claim that if you choose to put up your decorations early, you're likely to be a happier person! Of course, though... times have changed.

Tip

Check out one of our previous articles if you're looking for a Christmas tree that won't break the bank, or are still deciding between buying a real tree or an artificial one.

Nowadays, as many people with a variety of beliefs from all around the world celebrate Christmas, the 'right' time to move forward with decorating tends to come down more to personal choice and preference than anything else.

So, if you want to go ahead and put yours up these days, feel free!

Here in Australia, it's also pretty commonplace to see malls and bigger stores roll out their decorations in early November already. Are those Christmas Carols we hear?

So, if you'd prefer your household festivities follow suit with what commercial establishments are doing… Well, now might be the time to get cracking on gathering those decorations!

Key Takeaways

• As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, people usually go by the date on which the Church commences celebrating the pending birth of Jesus on Christmas Day: the beginning of Advent.
• As many people with a variety of beliefs and backgrounds now celebrate Christmas all around the world, the right time to put up and take down your holiday decorations these days tends to come down to personal choice and preference.
• It's pretty common to see Christmas decorations start popping up in malls and department stores in early November, so if you want to follow that lead, you can put yours up now.

Just don't force anyone, in particular, to help you carry/set things up earlier than they might be comfortable with (we can only imagine how frazzled some people would feel dealing with an unexpectedly huge box of baubles in October).

Otherwise, have fun crafting away at making this holiday season as merry and as bright as possible. Enjoy the next few weeks leading up to the holidays, everyone, and have fun decorating!

Now, when do YOU think it’s appropriate to start decorating for Christmas?

I love Christmas and would have Christmas decorations in my house all year round if I could but I have a lot of xmas stuff and takes up a lot of room and hubby says no lol I already have all my Xmas decorations up, and the tree will go up this weekend, I don't really care what others say it's my house and it makes me happy

 

[Colette 3799]

Even though it feels like the year only just began (or is it just us?), it'll be Christmas before we know it. So now's the time to start thinking about putting up your tree, right?

Well, that depends on who you ask. If you were following the tradition set out by the ancient peoples of Europe, you wouldn't put up your Christmas tree until just before Christmas Eve.

However, many people tend to put up their Christmas trees much earlier than that these days.

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One mum shared a picture of her Christmas tree in October, which caused a debate on social media. Credit: Getty Images. (Stock photo)

In a post on the popular Facebook group Kmart Home Decor & Hacks, an enthusiastic mother uploaded a photo of her magnificent Christmas tree and said she had no regrets about putting it up early, even though it may be against some people's 'tradition'.

'Yes, it's early. Don't come at me. Kmart made me do it,' the mum wrote in the caption of her social media post.
The woman bought the tree from an overseas retailer, Christmas Warehouse, and decorated it with ornaments from Kmart to make it look more festive and magical.

However, people in the Facebook group had different ideas about whether or not it was too soon to put the display up.
'It's too early; it's not even November, let alone December!' one user wrote in the comments section, with another agreeing and adding, 'This is beautiful but way too early…'

On the other hand, some defended the behaviour, saying that it was entirely up to the person and it is perfectly understandable to set up their Christmas tree in October.

'Never too early for some happiness,' said a third, while another went on to say: 'No such thing as too early. I put mine up two months before Christmas. What is the point of owning something so beautiful if it is only on display for a few weeks each year?'

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Many people have confessed that they enjoy getting an early start on decorating their Christmas tree. Credit: Facebook.

Is there really an 'appropriate' date to put up your Christmas decorations at home?

For many people, December 1 marks the date when it is socially acceptable to put up your tree — any date before then is too early to decorate for Christmas (or so they say).

As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, another way to determine when it's 'time' is by going by the date on which Advent begins.

Christians get ready for Christ's coming during Advent and celebrate his birth on December 25 each year.

This season usually falls between November 27 and December 3 every year (give or take a day), meaning that going by this tradition, any date after November 27 would be considered an appropriate time to start celebrating – i.e., putting up your tree and decking out your house with all things merry and bright!

Also, as most Australian schools have their break for holidays around mid-December anyway (sometimes even earlier), a lot of families use this opportunity to get into the festive spirit together before everyone scatters around for their summer getaways.

There are even studies that claim that if you choose to put up your decorations early, you're likely to be a happier person! Of course, though... times have changed.

Tip

Check out one of our previous articles if you're looking for a Christmas tree that won't break the bank, or are still deciding between buying a real tree or an artificial one.

Nowadays, as many people with a variety of beliefs from all around the world celebrate Christmas, the 'right' time to move forward with decorating tends to come down more to personal choice and preference than anything else.

So, if you want to go ahead and put yours up these days, feel free!

Here in Australia, it's also pretty commonplace to see malls and bigger stores roll out their decorations in early November already. Are those Christmas Carols we hear?

So, if you'd prefer your household festivities follow suit with what commercial establishments are doing… Well, now might be the time to get cracking on gathering those decorations!

Key Takeaways

• As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, people usually go by the date on which the Church commences celebrating the pending birth of Jesus on Christmas Day: the beginning of Advent.
• As many people with a variety of beliefs and backgrounds now celebrate Christmas all around the world, the right time to put up and take down your holiday decorations these days tends to come down to personal choice and preference.
• It's pretty common to see Christmas decorations start popping up in malls and department stores in early November, so if you want to follow that lead, you can put yours up now.

Just don't force anyone, in particular, to help you carry/set things up earlier than they might be comfortable with (we can only imagine how frazzled some people would feel dealing with an unexpectedly huge box of baubles in October).

Otherwise, have fun crafting away at making this holiday season as merry and as bright as possible. Enjoy the next few weeks leading up to the holidays, everyone, and have fun decorating!

Now, when do YOU think it’s appropriate to start decorating for Christmas?

I usually put the tree up 1st December and take it down the 1st January but we have to go early this year as we are having our family Christmas mid November so the tree will probably go up next week sometime. I will probably leave the outdoor stuff till December though

 

[Ezzy]

Even though it feels like the year only just began (or is it just us?), it'll be Christmas before we know it. So now's the time to start thinking about putting up your tree, right?

Well, that depends on who you ask. If you were following the tradition set out by the ancient peoples of Europe, you wouldn't put up your Christmas tree until just before Christmas Eve.

However, many people tend to put up their Christmas trees much earlier than that these days.

View attachment 7848

One mum shared a picture of her Christmas tree in October, which caused a debate on social media. Credit: Getty Images. (Stock photo)

In a post on the popular Facebook group Kmart Home Decor & Hacks, an enthusiastic mother uploaded a photo of her magnificent Christmas tree and said she had no regrets about putting it up early, even though it may be against some people's 'tradition'.

'Yes, it's early. Don't come at me. Kmart made me do it,' the mum wrote in the caption of her social media post.
The woman bought the tree from an overseas retailer, Christmas Warehouse, and decorated it with ornaments from Kmart to make it look more festive and magical.

However, people in the Facebook group had different ideas about whether or not it was too soon to put the display up.
'It's too early; it's not even November, let alone December!' one user wrote in the comments section, with another agreeing and adding, 'This is beautiful but way too early…'

On the other hand, some defended the behaviour, saying that it was entirely up to the person and it is perfectly understandable to set up their Christmas tree in October.

'Never too early for some happiness,' said a third, while another went on to say: 'No such thing as too early. I put mine up two months before Christmas. What is the point of owning something so beautiful if it is only on display for a few weeks each year?'

View attachment 7849

Many people have confessed that they enjoy getting an early start on decorating their Christmas tree. Credit: Facebook.

Is there really an 'appropriate' date to put up your Christmas decorations at home?

For many people, December 1 marks the date when it is socially acceptable to put up your tree — any date before then is too early to decorate for Christmas (or so they say).

As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, another way to determine when it's 'time' is by going by the date on which Advent begins.

Christians get ready for Christ's coming during Advent and celebrate his birth on December 25 each year.

This season usually falls between November 27 and December 3 every year (give or take a day), meaning that going by this tradition, any date after November 27 would be considered an appropriate time to start celebrating – i.e., putting up your tree and decking out your house with all things merry and bright!

Also, as most Australian schools have their break for holidays around mid-December anyway (sometimes even earlier), a lot of families use this opportunity to get into the festive spirit together before everyone scatters around for their summer getaways.

There are even studies that claim that if you choose to put up your decorations early, you're likely to be a happier person! Of course, though... times have changed.

Tip

Check out one of our previous articles if you're looking for a Christmas tree that won't break the bank, or are still deciding between buying a real tree or an artificial one.

Nowadays, as many people with a variety of beliefs from all around the world celebrate Christmas, the 'right' time to move forward with decorating tends to come down more to personal choice and preference than anything else.

So, if you want to go ahead and put yours up these days, feel free!

Here in Australia, it's also pretty commonplace to see malls and bigger stores roll out their decorations in early November already. Are those Christmas Carols we hear?

So, if you'd prefer your household festivities follow suit with what commercial establishments are doing… Well, now might be the time to get cracking on gathering those decorations!

Key Takeaways

• As Christmas was traditionally a Christian religious celebration, people usually go by the date on which the Church commences celebrating the pending birth of Jesus on Christmas Day: the beginning of Advent.
• As many people with a variety of beliefs and backgrounds now celebrate Christmas all around the world, the right time to put up and take down your holiday decorations these days tends to come down to personal choice and preference.
• It's pretty common to see Christmas decorations start popping up in malls and department stores in early November, so if you want to follow that lead, you can put yours up now.

Just don't force anyone, in particular, to help you carry/set things up earlier than they might be comfortable with (we can only imagine how frazzled some people would feel dealing with an unexpectedly huge box of baubles in October).

Otherwise, have fun crafting away at making this holiday season as merry and as bright as possible. Enjoy the next few weeks leading up to the holidays, everyone, and have fun decorating!

Now, when do YOU think it’s appropriate to start decorating for Christmas?

I believe the decision is individual & tradition doesn't have to dictate when this is done or how long decorations stay up for. It it feels right, Just Do It!!!

Contrary to one comment above, l don't believe we are debating the question, instead each person is making a statement about when they put up Christmas decorations &, in one case, a birthday reminds or prompts them to do so at that time in the month.

 

[PattiB]

I think decorations & trees should go up whenever it suits you. Personally I like to put ours up a few days before Christmas but want everything packed away as soon as possible afterwards. Would take the tree down on Boxing Day but my husband says it’s too soon. Don’t see the point in having the decorations up once Christmas is over.