Christmas Tree & Wreath Lighting in Tampa

Tree and wreath lighting is where a Tampa holiday display goes from nice to unforgettable. Wrapped palm trunks, lit oak canopies, glowing entryway wreaths, and garland along the porch add depth, warmth, and that magazine-cover feeling you cannot get from rooflines alone. Tampa Twinkles designs and installs all of it, and we handle the whole thing: design, installation, in-season upkeep, and takedown when the season ends.

Florida landscapes are perfect for this. Tall palms wrapped trunk-to-frond become glowing columns, sprawling oaks light up like something out of a movie, and smaller trees and hedges fill in the yard with a soft, even glow. Add wreaths on the doors and windows and garland along railings and columns, and the whole property reads as intentional and festive from the street.

What we light

• Wrapped palm trees, trunks and fronds, for that signature Tampa holiday look.
• Oaks and landscape trees, wrapped trunks and lit canopies for real wow factor.
• Bushes, hedges, and shrubs for a soft, even glow across the yard.
• Wreaths on doors, windows, and gates, sized and lit to fit.
• Garland along porches, railings, columns, and entryways.

Wrapped trees done right

Wrapping a tree well is an art. Even spacing, consistent coverage from base to canopy, and clean wiring are what separate a professional wrap from a tangled mess. Our crew wraps palms and oaks so the light is uniform and full, and we use commercial-grade LEDs that stay bright and hold their color all season. On tall palms and big oaks we have the equipment to reach the full height safely, so the tree looks finished all the way up, not just at eye level.

Wreaths and garland that fit your home

We help you choose wreath sizes and garland styles that match your entry and your rooflines, then install them cleanly and securely so they look great and stay put through Tampa wind and weather. Warm white, color, or lit-and-unlit combinations, we build the look you want and make sure it ties into the rest of the display.

Our process

1. Free design and quote. We look at your trees, entry, and landscaping and design a display that fits your home and budget.
2. Professional installation. We wrap, hang, and place everything with commercial-grade LEDs and secure, weather-safe methods.
3. In-season support. We monitor the display and handle any issue fast, so it stays perfect all season.
4. Takedown and storage. We remove everything cleanly after the holidays and can store it for next year.

The perfect complement to roofline lights

Tree and wreath lighting works beautifully on its own, and it is even better layered with a lit roofline. Many customers start with roofline lighting for the clean outline, then add wrapped trees, wreaths, and garland to fill in the display. See the full range on our Christmas light installation page, or explore a full residential display.

Prime install dates go early. (See the best time to book.) Request your free quote or call 813-590-3332 to design your display.

Palm tree lighting: the Tampa signature

Nothing says a Tampa Christmas like a row of wrapped palms. Palms are everywhere here, from a single queen palm by the front door to rows of them lining a driveway, and wrapped trunks often become the most striking part of a display. In neighborhoods like Ballast Point, they are one of the most requested features we install.

We wrap queen, royal, sabal, Washingtonia, and pygmy date palms, with tight or spiral wraps and optional crown lighting. See our dedicated palm tree Christmas lights page for wrap styles, color ideas, and how we light each type of palm, or read our palm wrapping guide.

Lighting live oaks and shade trees

Tampa's live oaks are some of the most dramatic trees to light. Their wide, low canopies and sweeping limbs make a huge impact at night. We can wrap the trunk and major limbs for a sculptural look, or add light into the canopy for a full glow. In tree-heavy neighborhoods like Carrollwood, we plan around branches over the roofline and limited ladder spots, so we walk the property before quoting.

Color choices for trees

Warm white wrapped trunks are timeless and pair with almost any roofline. Color is just as popular on trees, and it is where homeowners have the most fun: classic red and green, all-red palm wraps, or a single bold accent color like purple. Trees are also a great place to add color while keeping the roofline warm white, which gives you a festive look that still feels polished.

Protecting your trees

We never nail, staple, or tie anything tightly into bark. Lights are wrapped so they sit on the tree rather than cut into it, and everything is removed at the end of the season so nothing is left on the tree as it grows. The tree looks great in December and stays healthy the rest of the year.

Frequently asked questions

Can you wrap tall palm trees and large oaks?

Yes. We have the equipment to wrap tall palms and large oaks safely, top to bottom, so the tree looks full and even all the way up.

Do you provide the wreaths and garland?

We can provide and light wreaths and garland, or work with pieces you already have. Either way, we install them cleanly and securely.

Will wrapping hurt my trees?

No. We wrap with care using methods that do not damage the tree, and we remove everything at the end of the season.

Can I combine this with roofline lights?

Absolutely. Most full displays combine rooflines with wrapped trees, wreaths, and garland. We design it all to work together.

Do you take everything down afterward?

Yes. Takedown is included. We remove the lights, wreaths, and garland cleanly after the season and can store them for next year.

Which palm trees can you wrap?

We wrap all the common Tampa palms, including queen, royal, sabal, Washingtonia, and smaller pygmy date palms. Tall palms are wrapped with the right equipment to reach the full height safely.

Should I light the trunk only, or the canopy too?

Trunk wraps give a clean, sculptural look and are the most popular. Adding light into the canopy of an oak or larger tree creates a fuller glow. We can show you both on the design visit.