We just can’t wait for Christmas after the year we’ve had! Check out our list of Christmas events for 2021! Christmas events are running every week between now and Christmas. Find chances to meet Santa, ride Christmas trains and many more Christmas events below!
If you are looking for holiday shopping events, check out our Kentucky Christmas Markets and Bazaars Roundup!
***Featured Christmas Events in Kentucky***
Lexington: The Nutcracker by Kentucky Ballet Theatre
The Kentucky Ballet Theatre will perform everyone’s favorite holiday ballet at the Lexington Opera House. This is the traditional large scale production with the ever popular Sugar Plum Fairy, Snow Queen, Rat King, soldiers, mice, fairies, snowflakes, candy cakes and of course Clara and Drosylmeyer. The performance is set to the beautiful music of Tchaikovsky. Get your tickets now for this holiday tradition.
When: 11-19 December 2021
Where: Lexington Opera House
Tickets: Ticket Network
Louisville: Pentatonix: The Evergreen Christmas Tour 2021
Three-time Grammy Award-winning and multi-platinum selling artist Pentatonix will stop in Louisville on their 16-date Evergreen Christmas Tour. The tour follows the release of their new holiday album, Evergreen.
When: 11 December 2021
Where: KFC YUM! Center, Louisville
Tickets: Ticket Network
Ashland: Winter Wonderland of Lights Opening Ceremony
Visit Ashland for the kick-off of their annual Central Park and downtown light display.
When: 15 November 2021
Where: Central Park Bandstand @ 6pm for the kickoff, light display in Central Park and downtown Ashland.
For more information: Event Website
Find more exciting holiday light displays in Kentucky for 2021
Ashland: Annual Christmas Parade
This year, Ashland’s Christmas parade through downtown Ashland will have the theme “Christmas Miracle.”
When: 23 November 2021
Where: Downtown Ashland
For more information: Event Website
Lexington: Christmas Tea at Waveland State Historic Site
Waveland is magic at Christmas. Each room has a themed tree. Twinkle lights, candles flickering, lace tableclothes, Christmas-themed tea, delightful holiday food and a small gift from Waveland. After your tea, you can enjoy a holiday tour of the Waveland Mansion.
When: 23, 30 November, 3, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 21 December 2021
Where: Waveland State Historic Site, Lexington
For Reservations: Call 859-272-3611, For More Information
Bowling Green: Christmas Vacation
The Griswold family’s plans for a big family Christmas predictably turn into a big disaster.
When: 26 November 2021
Where: Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC)
Tickets: $5, SKyPAC Website
Petersburg: ChristmasTown @ the Creation Museum 2021
Tour the dazzling garden of lights, reflect on the true meaning of the season at the live nativity, enjoy a special holiday dinner, do some unique gift shopping and experience more during this free, annual Christmas event.
When: 26 November – December 30, 2021
Where: Creation Museum, Petersburg
For ticketing and more information: Creation Museum Website
Perryville: Christmas During the Civil War
The Perryville Battlefield will host the exhibit Christmas During the Civil War this holiday season. The Civil War solidified the traditions that we know today, such as the Christmas tree, Christmas cards, caroling, and even Santa Claus.
When: 27 November 2021 – January 2, 2022
Where: Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site, Perryville
For more information: KY State Parks website
Lagrange: A Classic Kentucky Christmas in Support of Adoption
There will be free photos with Santa, games for the kids, crafts, face painting, hot cocoa and cookies, beautifully decorated photo drops and lots of opportunities for the perfect Christmas card photo at this free event in support of adoption.
When: 27 November 2021
Where: Cityplace Lagrange
Tickets: Free, Facebook
Cincinnati: Transiberian Orchestra Christmas Eve & Other Stories
Multi-platinum, progressive rock group Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) is bringing it’s highly anticipated Winter Tour to Cincinnati.
When: 2 December 2021
Where: Heritage Bank Center, Cincinnati
Tickets: From $49, Ticketmaster
Leitchfield: 2021 Christmas Parade
This free public parade in Lietchfield will have the theme “Merry Grinchmas” this year. The parade begins at the Grayson County Fairgrounds and ends at Southgate Mall.
When: 4 December 2021
Where: Lietchfield, KY
For more information: Grayson County Chamber of Commerce Website
Somerset: Christmas on the Square
The Somerset-Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce is once again hosting the annual community Christmas Parade. This year’s theme will be “A Miracle on Main Street.”
When: 4 December 2021
Where: Downtown Somerset
For more information: Facebook
London: London Community Orchestra Christmas Concert
Enjoy the sounds of your favorite Christmas classics at this orchestral concert.
When: 4 December 2021
Where: First Baptist Church, London
For more information: Visit London Website
London: Winter Wonder Camp Drive Thru
Visit Feltner 4-H Camp in London for 17 nights of lighted holiday displays, hot chocolate and more! A donation of any amount secures your family vehicle ticket.
When: 4-23 December 2021
Where: Feltner 4-H Camp, London
For more information: Visit London Website
Paducah: 2021 Christmas Parade
The City of Paducah Christmas parade returns to Broadway in downtown Paducah. This year’s theme is “It’s a Super Christmas.” Participants will have the opportunity to celebrate their favourite superheroes, hometown or make-believe. The parade will begin at 14th and Broadway and will travel down Broadway, left on 2nd and continue to Monroe street where it will end at the Farmer’s Market.
When: 4 December 2021
Where: Downtown Paducah
For more information: City of Paducah Website
Santa Shuffle 5K and Kids Dash
The Santa Shuffle 5k and Kids Dash will take place around historic downtown Versailles right before the Versailles Christmas parade.
When: 4 December 2021
Where: Woodford County Courthouse, Versailles
For more information: Facebook
Harrodsburg: Devine’s Winter FunFest
Devine’s will be hosting their hugely popular Winter FunFest. They’ll have fun on the farm including Christmas lights, hay maze, tub swings, a bonfire with marshmallow roasting, and many other activities as well as pictures with Santa. There will be snow tubing on weekends when the weather has been cold enough for snow making.
When: 4 December 2021-27 February 2022
Where: Devine’s Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch, Harrodsburg
Tickets: Devine’s Website
Louisville: Nutcracker in a Nutshell
Presented by MAGIC (Making Art Grow in Children), this shorter version of the Nutcracker allows children to enjoy this classic holiday tradition.
When: 4 December 2021
Where: Louisville Palace Theatre
Tickets: Ticket Network
Richmond: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
You can again celebrate the magic of Mannheim Steamroller in 2021 when they bring their annual tour to EKU Center for the Arts. Experience the music that has become a hallmark of the holidays and a tradition for multi-generational families.
When: 5 December 2021
Where: EKU Center for the Arts, Richmond
Tickets: EKU Center Website
London: Southeast Kentucky Community Christmas Chorus
The Southeast Kentucky Community Christmas Chorus is a group of singers from London, Corbin and surrounding areas that have come together for an annual Christmas concert. Come enjoy your favorite Christmas classics with your family and friends.
When: 5 December 2021
Where: First Baptist Church, London
For more information: Visit London Website
Lexington: The Nutcracker by Kentucky Ballet Theatre
The Kentucky Ballet Theatre will perform everyone’s favorite holiday ballet at the Lexington Opera House. This is the traditional large scale production with the ever popular Sugar Plum Fairy, Snow Queen, Rat King, soldiers, mice, fairies, snowflakes, candy cakes and of course Clara and Drosylmeyer. The performance is set to the beautiful music of Tchaikovsky. Get your tickets now for this holiday tradition.
When: 11-19 December 2021
Where: Lexington Opera House
Tickets: Ticket Network
Louisville: Pentatonix: The Evergreen Christmas Tour 2021
Three-time Grammy Award-winning and multi-platinum selling artist Pentatonix will stop in Louisville on their 16-date Evergreen Christmas Tour. The tour follows the release of their new holiday album, Evergreen.
When: 11 December 2021
Where: KFC YUM! Center, Louisville
Tickets: Ticket Network
Harrodsburg: Christmas in Kentucky Half Marathon and 4-Miler
Celebrate the season by running at the 2nd annual Christmas in Kentucky Half Marathon & 4 Miler. The race features a paved country course through historic Harrodsburg and benefits the Christian Life Center in Harrodsburg.
When: 11 December 2021
Where: Daynabrook Greenhouse, Harrodsburg
For more information: Facebook
Augusta: White Christmas Parade
The City of Augusta will host their annual White Christmas Parade.
When: 11 December 2021
Where: Downtown Augusta
For more information: Facebook
Cincinnati: Christmas with the Celts
First there was Riverdance, then Celtic Woman, now the popular PBS Pledge show Christmas with The Celts which is touring across the U.S. They’ll be bringing their show to Cincinnati this December.
When: 12 December 2021
Where: Ludlow Garage, Cincinnati
Tickets: From $25, Ticketmaster
Rhonda Vincent Christmas Show
American bluegrass singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Rhonda Vincent will headline this Christmas show with special guest Mark Wills.
When: 17-19 December 2021
Where: Renfro Valley, Mount Vernon
Tickets: Ticket Network
Louisville: Holiday Princess Ball</h3.
This brand new holiday-themed children’s event will give children an amazing opportunity to meet and greet their favourite princesses with stage performances, dancing, stories, picture opportunities and more.
When: 18 December 2021
Where: Kentucky International Convention Center, Louisville
Tickets: Eventbrite
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