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Permanent Holiday Lights for a Festive Pioneer Day in Utah

July 18th, 2025

3 min read

By Matt Romero

If you live in Utah, you know Pioneer Day isn’t just another holiday, it’s a celebration of courage, community, and heritage. Families gather, fireworks sparkle across the sky, and the spirit of the pioneers comes alive on porches, parks, and parade routes. 

With each passing year, permanent holiday lighting is becoming increasingly, not just because it’s convenient, but because it helps make each moment more meaningful. At Lux Lights, our goal is to make your traditions easier, brighter, and long-lasting, while you celebrate stress-free. 

No more dragging out cords or tangled strands. No more climbing ladders in the July heat. With year-round lighting, your home is always celebration ready, whether you’re honoring the past or lighting up your future.  

What is Pioneer Day?

On July 24th, Utahns commemorate the arrival of the Mormon pioneers to the Salt Lake Valley in 1847. It’s a state holiday of remembrance and pride celebrated through parades, fireworks, rodeos, family cookouts, and more. 

But the deeper meaning lies in the historical significance of the journey and pioneering spirit. 

Lighting up your home for Pioneer Day is more than festive decor. It’s a visual tribute and a way to connect with history, your neighborhood, and your loved ones

How Permanent Lighting Makes Pioneer Day Brighter

Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or enjoying fireworks from your driveway, permanent lights help you set the mood – no effort required. 

Here’s why they’re a game changer: 

  • Instant Celebration: Use the app or smart home features, choose red, white, and blue or warm golden hues to match the spirit of Pioneer Day.  
  • Custom colors and patterns: With a few taps in your app, set a fade, twinkle, or custom setting to sparkle along with the evening sky.
  • Safe and Subtle: The lights are designed to stay hidden during the day and are safey installed, so no need for constant ladders or cord maintenance.
  • Cool to the touch: LED technology means your lights run cool, even in the July heat, making them safe for homes with children and pets.

From big and bold to soft and subtle, your home can become a glowing part of the celebration without breaking a sweat.

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From Pioneer Day to Every Day: Year-Round Uses for Outdoor Permanent Lighting

Permanent lights isn’t just for holidays, it’s for everything in between. Here’s how Utah homeowners are using their lights throughout the seasons:

 

Season

How People Use Their Lights

Summer

Backyard parties, BBQs, Pioneer Day, Fourth of July

Fall

Halloween accents, warm harvest tones, game day vibes

Winter

Christmas, New Year’s, Hanukkah, soft white winter glow

Spring

Easter, birthdays, anniversaries, wedding showers

 

And in between it all? Subtle architectural lighting adds beauty and safety, creating a soft glow that highlights rooflines and walkways. Perfect for curb appeal and peace of mind, even on an ordinary Tuesday. 

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A Parade from Your Porch

Planning to stay at home? You can still bring the parade to your front lawn. 

Imagine lights twinkling in red-white-blue as neighbors walk by, or a warm glow during your firework display. It’s a celebration, even from your driveway. And you didn’t have to string up a single bulb! 

The best part? You can schedule your lights to come on automatically, so the party starts and ends exactly when you want it to

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Smart Lighting - for the Past, Present, and Future

The pioneers were forward thinking, and so are today’s homeowners. 

Permanent lighting uses a low-voltage LED technology. This means: 

  • Energy Efficiency: On average there is a 60-70% improvement on energy savings, making them 4-5 times more effective than traditional light bulbs.
  • Long-Lasting: While incandescent bulbs can last about 1,000 hours, LED lights can shine for 50,000+ hours. This means they’re designed to last for decades. 
  • Safer and Sturdier: LEDs run cooler, reducing fire risks. Plus, the light lenses are more resistant and built to withstand Utah’s changing seasons.

A modern solution that honors the spirit of tradition while making life easier. 

Make This Summer Season Bright

After years of stringing lights and climbing ladders, or skipping decorations all together, it might be time for an upgrade. With permanent LED lights, you’re not just getting lights. You’re creating a canvas of celebration that honors your history, your values, and your home every season of the year. 

Your next step is to check out How to Measure Your Roof for Permanent Holiday Lights, so you can understand what it takes to light your home safely.

Matt Romero

Founder and CEO At Lux Lights.