25+ Sukkah Decorations You’ll Fall in Love With
Enjoy this list of Sukkah decorations that are easy to find and you’ll fall in love with! They’ll make your temporary abode feel like home. When you’re done, check out this tip for hanging kids’ sukkah decorations! This post contains affiliate links.
You’ve probably guessed that my favorite part of Sukkot is decorating the sukkah to make it beautiful. You may have already seen some of my sukkah decoration craft tutorials. But this post is a little different – instead of making new decorations from scratch, I’m going to share my favorite ways to enhance your sukkah decor using items that are already made and easy to find.
I’ve shared peeks into my own sukkah before – and this list of sukkah decorations is definitely inspired by some I’ve picked up – but you’ll also find loads of other ideas (some of which I hope to add to my collection over time).
These products from around the web will give you a huge head start, whether you’re planning to add your own handmade sukkah decorations or if you just didn’t have the time to do it yourself yet. This is such a busy time of year and we could all use a little (or a lot) of help!
The key to sukkah decorating is to be as weather-proof as possible. When buying decor items, look for things that are made for outdoor use OR use outdoor-friendly materials. They are outside for short periods of time – so they don’t need to be perfectly weatherproof, but they should not disintegrate with some rain.
On the flip side, some of these decor ideas can also be used for other outdoor spaces or events – the sukkah is just the beginning!
I’m going to start with some general ideas that work well outdoors, and then I’ll lead you to some more specific sukkah-themed decor I love – including gorgeous art banners from Israeli artists.
Cool Outdoor-friendly Sukkah Decorations
Not every Sukkah decoration needs to be designed as such! Here, I go over some basic materials and products that make for fabulous sukkah decorations that you can buy anywhere.
I do lean towards autumn colors for the Sukkah but you definitely don’t need to follow my lead on this!
Felt Garlands
Felt may not look so outdoorsy, with its soft fabric appearance, but it actually can hold up well in the rain. I absolutely love felt for sukkah decor – its soft texture gives it such a warm, organic feeling to make you feel cozy in the Fall. It’s a whole different vibe than the tinsel and plastic we usually go to for waterproof.
You can use felt to make your shapes, look for premade felt garlands (like this citrusy one that is perfect for Sukkot!), or opt for pom poms!
If you can find felt that’s made of acrylic that is ideal – but not a must. Wool felt absorbs more water than felt, but I’ve still found it to hold up enough.
It will still be a little more drippy than materials that don’t absorb any water at all, so you might not want to hang it directly over where people may sit or stand. But overall I find felt well suited for the sukkah, and – did I mention? – absolutely gorgeous.
One thing to watch out for is that some felts have colors that bleed. Try getting a small part of your felt wet at home to test the colorfastness before hanging it outdoors.
You always want to make sure your sukkah decorations are thoroughly dry before storing them, but that goes double for felt – since you can’t simply wipe water off the surface, give it some extra time and attention to make sure it’s REALLY dry before you put it away. We wouldn’t want your beautiful decorations to get smelly or moldy by next year.
Wooden beaded garlands
Wood is another versatile material that can often handle the outdoors. You might find wood decor that is designed to be used outdoors. Alternatively, beads that were made for jewelry are usually coated with a water-resistant sealant. Or, coat them yourselves using an acrylic sealer to give it some extra resistance.
You can buy garlands that are made for decor, or you can string together chunky beads on your own. I know, this is supposed to be the easy, non-crafting post – but stringing some beads is still pretty easy!
Of course, you’ll need to thoroughly dry these before storing – even if coated, it’s likely that some dampness will seep into the wood and can’t simply be wiped off. Give it some extra time and space before wrapping it up to store.
Fabric Tapestries
Fabric does get wet in the rain, but it still holds up well – it won’t fall apart the way paper does, and it still looks more sophisticated than plastic or laminate. So fabric tapestries are an excellent way to add artwork to your sukkah or outdoor space.
You can spray fabric with a sealer such as Scotchgard to help prevent it from getting soggy. Just note that it could wash off after repeated uses – you may need to reapply after an especially rainy Sukkot. But it should help your fabric decor hold up for a nice amount of time.
Faux Florals (and real ones)
Flowers made of plastic are very outdoor-friendly. Plastic doesn’t absorb any water at all, so it dries out more quickly after a rain and won’t drip all over your guests. You can buy flowers in different arrangements depending on your preferred decor look, or you can arrange loose flowers into these shapes yourself.
You can, of course, also display real flowers! Any hanging flower decor should be gotten as fresh as possible and may shed some petals towards the end of the holiday. I do highly recommend using a cheap vase and getting a gorgeous bouquet of flowers for the center of your Sukkah table, though – there’s nothing like it!
- Garlands These long strands of flowers or leaves can be strung along walls or just under the schach. They come in a huge variety, from plain leaves to flowers to hanging fruits. You can also stick to simpler vines to add some green.
- Wreaths (just not the Christmas ones) A circular wreath of flowers looks very elegant on doors or walls – and you can find some beautiful fall-themed options.
- Clusters A bunch of flowers here, a bunch of flowers there, we love flowers so how could you go wrong?
- Balls – Balls of flowers look so sophisticated hanging from the cross-beams. Try for a few variations of size or color (within the same color family) and hang them at slightly different heights.
- Hanging faux wisteria can create a real “wow” effect distributed across one or more walls of the Sukkah.
- Hanging potted faux plants Those that hang along the walls are my favorite. They also won’t obstruct the view of the starry night.
Suncatchers & Hanging Wind Spinners
You can get suncatchers and spinners that are made for the outdoors, so they’re already perfect for the Sukkah. Wind spinners will have extra impact in an open space where they can catch a lot of breeze, but they’ll be pretty anywhere – even the gentle air movements of regular life will be enough to highlight the spinners.
Wind Chimes
Wind chimes have a special place in my heart – I will always remember the wind chimes in my grandfather’s sukkah, and how excited I was to see – and hear – them again each year as a kid. Now I get to enjoy the nostalgia for my childhood as I create memories for my own family with our Sukkah traditions.
You and your family will also surely enjoy the two-in-one decorative and melodic wind chimes. Be careful in placing them out of the way where people won’t bump into them and set off the chimes. In a larger sukkah this should be simple. If your sukkah is smaller and runs a higher risk of people bumping into the wind chimes, you might want to ask your rabbi before hanging them.
String Lights & Lanterns
There are a whole variety of lights that are made for gardens and perfect for the sukkah. I love the look of clear edison bulbs, and there are also plenty of other options if you like a softer glow.
You can use decorative lights as your main lighting, or just to supplement your regular lighting system. If you’re depending on these for light as well as decor, measure your space to help gauge how many lights you’ll need.
In addition to lighting up the inside of your sukkah, consider using a string of lights or lanterns to light the way to the sukkah. Half of the holiday meals take place at night, so having lights along the path is very functional as well as pretty (we use our Edison string lights for this purpose).
Outdoor Rugs
Most people don’t pay attention to the floor when planning their sukkah decor, but don’t underestimate it – a nice rug can add a lot to the overall look of your sukkah, and will make your Sukkah feel like home!
Metal wall sculptures
If you favor a bright, maximalist aesthetic, check out metal wall art such as these butterflies. They’re made strong enough for outdoors, and come in a whole range of different designs.
Sukkah Decorations from Israeli Sellers
What better way to decorate your sukkah than to support Israeli artists and businesses at the same time? Here are some products from Israel that caught my eye – just make sure to check the shipping times so you get them in time for the holiday! Check out Etsy for more options!
Please don’t order Judaic art from unknown sellers, especially on sites like Temu or AliExpress – they are most likely made with stolen artwork (yes, they’ve stolen mine!!). I’m sharing some verified links to legitimate sellers, but if you want to look for more on your own please make sure to support honest businesses and artists.
- 7 Species Vinyl Banner – This one needs at least 2.5 weeks to ship in time for Sukkot but you’ll be rewarded with a boldly colored banner featuring the 7 species of Israel with both Hebrew and English titles.
- Hallel Banners – Israel | US This set of three banners features meaningful phrases from the Hallel prayer overlaid on a background featuring the 7 species.
- Ushpizin – This unique, richly colored design by Yael Harris Resnick combines two favorite Sukkot themes – the seven ushpizin and the 7 species.
- Israel Sukkah art banners Judaica artist Alex Levin sells latex ink prints of his gorgeous paintings in a wide selection of themes and sizes.
Sukkot Decorations -in Sukkot Themes with Quick Shipping
If you don’t have time to order banners made-to-order or from Israel, and want things beyond wall decor for your Sukkah, these ideas are for you.
Double check the shipping times before ordering! They were available on the quick side when I checked, but these things are subject to change. Again, watch out for fraudulent sellers of Jewish art – the links I’m sharing are safe.
- Pomegranate garland
- Pomegranate branches
- Faux Pomegranates (realistic) – Place some in a bowl or use them to make hanging decorations. Try it with lemons too – their bright yellow is a treat for the eyes, and from a little distance they can even pretend to be etrogs.
- Artificial lemon garland
- Grape clusters and/or vines
- Grapevine ball – hang it from the beams. You can also use hot glue to add a few flowers for a different look.
- Olive branches
- Ushpizin poster – This one includes a traditional prayer in addition to artwork
- Sukkah tapestry – This link includes a number of designs by different artists.
Got any favorite Sukkah decorations to share? Please comment below with your ideas!
