We’re Obsessed with These Floating Candles That’ll Make Your Christmas Tree Sparkle

Nina Derwin

By Nina Derwin

Updated on Jul. 28, 2025

'Tis the season to add a twinkling touch to your holiday decor with these floating Christmas tree candles.

Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases.
Learn more.

There are few things that put you in the holiday spirit quite like seeing a beautifully decorated Christmas tree. The only way to improve upon a tree dripping with shiny, festive ornaments is by adding a few Christmas lights, and this year we’ve found the perfect lights to do the trick: floating Christmas tree candles. These lights are the perfect complement to all of the Christmas decor you already have and are extremely affordable, too.

Whether you’re looking for the perfect touch for your tree, an accent to show off the Christmas cookies on your dining table or a way to add a little holiday cheer by your windows, these floating Christmas tree candles will instantly spread seasonal, wintery joy. Perhaps the best part about these floating candles is how elegant and sophisticated they are; they’ll complement any space and fit just about anywhere!

Homemory 10 Piece Floating Candles Dh Resize Toh
Homemory Tree and Window Flameless Candles
Read More
Balsam Hill Color Changing Candle Set Dh Resize
FAQ
Balsam Hill Color-Changing Christmas Tree Candles
Read More

Homemory 10 Piece Floating Candles Dh Resize Toh

Homemory Tree and Window Flameless Candles

With this 10-piece set of clip-on floating candle lights, you won’t have to worry about frustrating tangled cords when trying to decorate your Christmas tree. These candles clip directly onto the branches, making it easy to place them exactly where you want them—whether you have a real or artificial Christmas tree. What’s more, the set includes suction cups that hook into the bottom of each candle. This means you can add glistening holiday spirit to windows, too. And if you want to add more light to your holiday decor, disco Christmas decor might help do just that.

Balsam Hill Color Changing Candle Set Dh Resize

Balsam Hill Color-Changing Christmas Tree Candles

This flameless floating candle light set from Balsam Hill comes with 20 individual lights for decorating your entire tree. The lights are dimmable and have both white and multicolor settings for you to create the exact holiday mood you have in mind. Control them from the included remote or set a timer so you don’t have to worry about remembering to turn them off at the end of the night.

Also, explore our list of the best Balsam Hill Christmas Trees.


FAQ

How do I put candle lights on a Christmas tree?

Candle-shaped Christmas tree lights are typically the same as standard tree lights—attached along an electrical wire, allowing you to easily hang them round the tree. Candle-shaped lights usually have a base to make it easier to attach to parts of the tree, keeping the candles upright.

What country puts candles on the Christmas tree?

Germany is credited with starting the tradition of placing candles on Christmas trees in the 17th century.

How many lights do you put on a 7ft Christmas tree?

A good rule of thumb is about 700 to 1,400 lights for a 7-foot tree, depending on how bright or full you want it to look.

When did people stop using candles on Christmas trees?

Candles started falling out of favor in the early 1900s as electric string lights became safer and more widely available.