Light-up Mardi Gras beads are the flashing necklaces people search for when they want beads that glow at night without waiting for a charge. A small switch on the pendant turns the LEDs on, and the same button steps through blinking and steady light so every catch stands out in a dark crowd.
What makes a good light-up bead
The best light-up beads pair a bright, evenly lit pendant with a comfortable strand that is easy to throw and wear. We build ours with replaceable batteries so the beads keep working past the last float, and we can print your message across the pendant in full color.
- Instant light with an on and off push switch, no charging needed
- Blink and steady modes for parades, clubs, and stage events
- Custom colors and printed pendants to match your theme
- Custom orders in 14 days or less with nationwide shipping
See every flashing style in the Custom LED Mardi Gras Beads category, or shop the full bead catalog for the complete range. You may also like custom LED Mardi Gras beads and glow-in-the-dark Mardi Gras beads.
Styles and Settings
Light-up beads come in several styles. A 2 inch clear or color filled LED bead glows in a single color, a multi light medallion offers several light modes on one 2 inch white disc, and an LED ball strand carries seven lighted balls with up to six flashing settings and an on off switch. Most run on batteries and hang from a 33 inch non-metallic strand.
Best Uses
Light-up beads own the night, from evening parades and concerts to trade show floors and stadium light shows. Because guests wear them for hours, your logo on a lighted medallion stays visible long after dark. Order a run for the early crowd and pair with printed beads for daytime. Browse the range on the LED beads category page.
Artwork Notes
Send a vector logo in CMYK for the lighted medallion so it reads when the bead glows. Bold, high contrast art shows best against the light. Confirm the light setting you want, steady or flashing. Call (877) 723-2348 to plan a lighted order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between light-up beads and LED beads?
They are the same product. Light-up is the everyday name for the LED necklaces that flash using small bulbs and a battery.
Can I mix flashing and non-flashing beads in one order?
Yes. Many customers order light-up beads for VIPs or headliners and standard printed beads for the wider crowd.
Do light-up beads come in different colors?
Yes. The LEDs and the beads are available in a range of colors so you can match a team, brand, or holiday palette.
Want beads that shine after sunset? Call (877) 723-2348 or Request a Quote and we will match your colors.
How long do the batteries in light-up beads last?
Most light-up beads run for several hours on their batteries, plenty for an evening parade or event, and many have an on off switch to save power. Order early so you have them before the gate opens. Call (877) 723-2348.
