12 Best Holiday Table Runners for Your Festive Gatherings
Set the scene for festive feasting with a spirited holiday table runner.
Table runners bring pattern, color and personality to your dining table display — and they do this without running the risk of staining the way tablecloths do. Let’s face it: no amount of stain remover stands a chance against the unyielding Bolognese stain on your white tablecloth from five years ago. You can see why adding a table runner to your holiday decor is a must.
We’re sharing our go-to holiday table runners for every style and budget below. Keep scrolling to find the traditional tartan runner of your dreams or the glittering beaded number you never knew you needed but definitely can’t live without. Oh, and the best part? The prices start at $10.99.
Dress your dining table for holiday festivities in a cozy, classic tartan table runner. This deep forest green and red plaid runner is our pick. The saturated cotton design adds instant drama and contrast to your Christmas table and looks lovely with both neutral and vibrant serveware.
Embrace classic red and green and set the scene for holiday merriment with this timeless plaid table runner. The eye-catching design boasts an iconic red, green, white and navy tartan pattern and a shimmery gold tassel at each end. Top the runner with ceramic evergreen trees, an overflowing magnolia centerpiece or vintage brass candlesticks to round out your classic dining table display.
Keep the holiday magic alive with this Santa-approved table runner design. The striped runner features a postage-inspired motif at each end, listing the expected delivery date for Santa’s gifts. Best part? Santa notarized the runner from the comfort of his North Pole office, so your little ones can rest assured that Saint Nick is on his way.
A holly-red reindeer surrounded by embroidered snowflakes makes for one whimsical and spectacular table runner to kick off the holiday season. The natural linen runner is framed by a charming gingham border, yielding a tailored and cohesive centerpiece for your table.
Add this budget-friendly table runner to your cart for the season ahead. The enduring ruby tartan is steeped in nostalgia and pairs well with casual and occasion serveware alike. Better still, the iconic holiday plaid feels at home next to traditional, transitional and farmhouse furnishings.
Lean into your love affair with all things toile with this Christmas-ready table runner. The traditional design features an airy white base adorned with a swirling red holiday motif. Style the elegant accent with your cherished silverware collection for an elevated look, or dress it down for everyday meals with unfussy ceramics and modern candle centerpieces.
Kick up the glam factor at Christmas dinner with this chic beaded tree table runner. The airy linen base is made lively by a pair of traditional embroidered trees adorned with shimmering gold bead ornaments. Light-catching star toppers shine atop the trees, while delicate beads float around the duo like falling snow.
Set the tone for Hygge at your holiday table with this bright, Scandi-inspired table runner. The graphic pattern shines against any dining table, creating a natural gathering space for loved ones to gravitate towards while celebrating the holidays. Each runner is finished with contrasting emerald stitching and four green tassels at each corner for maximum whimsy.
Skip traditional Christmas colors and stick to your tried-and-true neutral color scheme for your holiday table. This bold design pops against wood tables and serves as a streamlined base for your modern or contemporary tablescape. Plus, it rings in under $25, leaving you room in your budget to treat yourself to additional table decorations.
This snowy forest holiday runner is a failproof addition to your modern or contemporary Christmas table. The whimsical design features five black-and-white embroidered trees, each with a unique silhouette wrapped in a downpour of white snowflakes. Style the table runner with mercury glass or polished nickel candlesticks, white taper candles, oversized metallic ornaments and an overflowing white floral centerpiece for an elegant December feast.
Pop, clink, fizz! Snag this champagne velvet table runner for Christmas and keep it out well into the new year. The versatile design creates a luxurious base for glamorous holiday table settings and pairs seamlessly with metallic baubles and disco ball centerpieces.
Dress up your farmhouse dining table for the holiday season with this embroidered truck table runner. The pine-green design features embroidered red lettering and a tartan-inlaid pickup truck for unmatched seasonal charm. Roll out the darling runner on your reclaimed wood or distressed painted table, and style it with berry wreaths, pillar candles or red floral centerpieces to set the scene for an unforgettable Christmas dinner.
