Early Christmas decorations surface in neighborhoods ahead of Thanksgiving

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) --- Reports of Christmas trees in living rooms, holiday music in neighborhoods and inflatable Santas in front yards have begun surfacing as of Nov. 9. While putting up Christmas decorations before Thanksgiving may draw humor and debate, officials confirmed it is not a crime.

The early decorations come shortly after Halloween, with displays appearing across local neighborhoods before Thanksgiving. Although early decorating is legal, officials urged residents to follow safety recommendations when setting up outdoor displays.

Safety guidelines for outdoor Christmas decorations include keeping sidewalks clear, securing extension cords and ensuring items do not block driver visibility. Officials also acknowledged a 12-foot inflatable Santa among the early holiday setups appearing in front yards.