Northern Holiday Lighting

12/24/2023

Happy holidays from all of us at Northern, special thanks to all the squirrels out there making sure we stay busy this Christmas Eve!

12/12/2023

Our first "international" install, Crews were up late last night installing this 10' snowflake at the international terminal at Ohare airport.

12/01/2023

Winnetka, IL. 14' tower tree and Limb wrapped warm white LED mini lights on these 2 ~60' locust trees.

11/10/2023

Purple/warm white, and blue / teal limb wrapped birches. House - warm white filament style c9

10/24/2023

the northern prop shop has been busy the past week putting some finishing touches on items for kohl children’s museum, and botanic gardens.

10/07/2023

We are finishing up our last week of Halloween lighting installs, this one was definitely one of the cooler items we did this year, an LED spider with photoluminescent string accented by blacklights.

09/12/2023

🌟 Join Our Team as a Light Installer! 🌟

Are you ready to illuminate the holiday season like never before? Do you have a passion for spreading joy and cheer through dazzling displays of twinkling lights? If so, we have the perfect job opportunity for you!

About Us:
At Northern, we believe that the holiday season should be a time of wonder and delight for all. Our mission is to transform ordinary homes and businesses into extraordinary winter wonderlands by creating breathtaking Christmas light displays. We've been illuminating the holidays for almost 20 years, and our team of dedicated installers has become synonymous with festive magic in our community.
What You'll Do:
As a Light Installer, you will play a crucial role in bringing joy to our clients during the holiday season. Your responsibilities will include:
Installation: Safely and efficiently hang, arrange, and secure lights and decorations at residential and commercial properties.
Maintenance: Ensure all lights and decorations are in perfect working condition throughout the holiday season, making any necessary repairs.
Safety: Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to guarantee a safe work environment for yourself and your team.

Why Join Our Team:
Holiday Spirit: Embrace the magic of the season as you make homes and businesses shine with festive lights.
Creative Freedom: Unleash your creativity with some of the coolest displays in town.
Team Atmosphere: Join a tight-knit team of passionate individuals who share your enthusiasm for the holidays.
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy competitive pay and the opportunity for seasonal bonuses.
Flexible Hours: Work during the holiday season with flexible scheduling options to accommodate your availability, full time, part time positions available! we work Monday - Saturday.

Requirements:
Strong attention to detail
Comfort working at heights
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to work in varying weather conditions
A valid driver's license

How to Apply:
To apply please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit for our team to [email protected]

09/01/2023

🎃🔮 Halloween Vibes: Vote for Your Favorite Lighting Combo! 🔮🎃

Hey there, spooky souls! 🕸️👻 As the chilling season approaches, we're already getting our Halloween planning in gear. And what's a Halloween setup without the perfect eerie lighting?

We need your opinion on the ultimate Halloween lighting color combo. Will it be the classic and mysterious pairing of Purple and Orange that casts an enchanting spell? 🧙‍♀️🧛‍♂️ Or are you more inclined toward the haunting and otherworldly duo of Purple and Green that sends shivers down your spine? 🦇🌿
🎃🔮 Cast Your Vote in the Comments Cauldron 👇 and Share Your Eerie Approval!
Let us know which color combo earns your ghostly approval. 🧡💜 or 💚💜?

Remember, Halloween is all about embracing the eerie while having a blast. 🕷️👻

Don't miss out on this chance to transform your space into a haunted haven! 😱🕸️ Contact us today at 847-242-1386 and let's discuss how to bring your eerie visions to life this Halloween season. 🦇🎃🕷️

08/25/2023

Hottest week of the summer…. Perfect time to be thinking about and getting ready for the 2023 holiday lighting season! Huge thanks to for an amazing 2 day training event to get us all in the mood!

07/08/2023

If your friends don't celebrate Christmas in July, it's time for new friends. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life. Need some help getting in the spirit? Give us a call we're always ready for the holidays!

06/18/2023

To all the fathers out there, we just want to say Thank you! Thank you for inspiring, encouraging, and pushing us out of our comfort zone. For being a good role model. For knowing when to step in, and when to let us figure it out on our own. Photo: Owner Ben Orr ( on the ladder) and father Rob Orr hanging Christmas lights on their home in Glenview Circa 1994.

01/06/2023

It's that time of year again! Time to start taking down our costumer's holiday lights and getting them stored away for next season.

12/14/2022

11/14/2022

Fun with colors - Kohl Children's museum

11/05/2022

Another busy week is in the books! We spent a few days at Kohl children's museum in Glenview getting them all set up for Kohlights 2022, There are a lot of new areas this year, if you're in the Glenview area be sure to check it out!

10/29/2022

Out in full force this week at Chicago botanic gardens for Lightscapes 2022.

10/07/2022

Looking for a job with a "bright" future? We are hiring full time, part time, and seasonal positions for our holiday lighting services. Work is Monday - Saturday.

10/04/2022

Looking for a job with a "bright" Future? Look no further, we are hiring! We have seasonal, full-time, and part-time positions available. Message us, or apply on Indeed -https://www.indeed.com/job/pressure-washing-and-holiday-lighting-technician-laborer-800b62c13b7117d4

09/15/2022

Halloween is fast approaching! If you are looking to decorate this season, please reach out for a free no hassle consultation (847) 242-1386.
We lease all of our products so there's no long-term obligation, from install, service and take down we take the hassle out of holiday decorating. Learn more at www.chicagolandholidaylighting.com

08/09/2022

This summers been fun, but we're ready to start hanging lights again. Only 58 more days untill our first halloween lighting install!! If you're looking to decorate this season please reach out for a free consultation (847) 242-1386

01/06/2022

'And just like that': The holiday season is behind us. The New Year is upon us. We start off 2022 with taking down Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden.
Please! Don't be left in the cold next winter. call us for a free quote (847) 242-1286

11/06/2021

2021 is our 10th year providing at-cost lighting and decorations for Kohl Children's Museum in Glenview. This year will be our largest install for them yet in coordination with their new winter event "Kohlights." As a local business, we strive to be good neighbors and are proud to support local groups like Kohl Children's Museum and the awesome work they do.
Don't forget to get your tickets for Kohlights 2021!

11/05/2021

We wrapped up our final install for Lightscape 2021 today. We can't wait for the show to open!!

10/27/2021

With Halloween fast approaching our Holiday Lighting Season is about to kick into high gear.
How can we help make your Holidays Breathtaking and hassle-free?
Call us today for a free quote (847) 242-1286

10/26/2021

Only 60 days until Christmas!!!!
There's still room on our list, but spots are going fast! Don't be left in the cold this winter, call us today for a free quote (847) 242-1286.

10/07/2021

Northern Holiday Lighting helps homeowners and businesses create some of the most breathtaking and beautiful lighting displays in the Chicagoland area.

Learn more at https://www.chicagolandholidaylighting.com or call us at (847) 242-1386