Abstract: An off-mains lighting display comprises a plurality of electro-luminescent lamps (ELs) connected in parallel across a rechargeable battery that is connected to the ELs through an inverter. A solar panel device recharges the battery.Electroluminescent lamps for use in light strings are produced by cutting decorative shapes from existing electroluminescent material and mounting them back to back, in receptacles connected to electric wiring as in conventional light strings. For greater protection and ease of use the lamps may be mounted inside a length of clear plastic tubing, or may be laminated within layers of plastic material.