Where can you see Santa Claus in Lexington and Central KY? Here’s some great events in Central KY! Click the event for more information. There are places that offer breakfast, brunch, train rides, visits, photos, and more. Fayette Mall Thursday, November 7 through December 24, 2025 Santa’s Hours: Special Hours Information: Santa Special Events: Please […]
Mark your calendars and make plans to kick off the Holiday Season at the Lexington Cabela’s. Santa will arrive on his decked out Tracker Boat with his elves and friends! Saturday, November 1, 20255 pm FREE ACTIVITIES & GIVEAWAYS! -Yummy Food Trucks-Hang w/Rudolph&Frosty-FREE Games-FREE Refreshments-small FREE Plushie (while supplies last). We also will be joined […]
Enjoy the holidays while riding the rails! There are two great train stations in Central KY that offer special Holiday events. The Bluegrass Railroad Museum in Versailles Santa Trains 2025 When snowflakes start to fly in Kentucky, Santa and Mrs. Claus bring Holiday Cheer to the Bluegrass Railroad Museum. Santa Train Rides Saturdays, November 29th, […]
Wondering where you can get a fresh cut Christmas Tree? Here’s a great list of where you can get live Christmas Trees (cut your own or pre-cut) at area Christmas Tree Farms and Shops in Lexington and Central KY. Grab a live tree and enjoy the smells of the holiday season indoors. Choose and Cut […]
From late October through the beginning of January, the lawn at Triangle Park is transformed into a winter wonderland with the Triangle Park Ice Rink. 2025 Hours and Info Open October 25, 2025 – January 4, 2026 Downtown Triangle Park Ice Rink Hours Monday-Friday 4:00-8:30 pm Saturdays 12:30-8:30pm Sundays 1-8 pm Fayette County School Holidays Breaks Monday-Saturday 12:30-9:00 […]
Every child deserves to experience the joy of Christmas morning. The Salvation Army Angel Tree program helps provide Christmas gifts for hundreds of thousands of children around the country each year. Once a child has been registered and accepted as an Angel their Christmas wish list is shared with donors in your community who purchase gifts of […]
There are lots of great pumpkin patches and fall festivals in the area but if you’re in the mood to be spooked check out these great events! Wicked World Scaregrounds5817 Tates Creek Road Nicholasville, KY 40356 Open September 26-27, 2025Open October 3 – 5, 2025Open Thursdays – Sundays starting October 9, 2025 October 28-November 1. […]
The annual Lexington Fire Prevention & Wellness Festival is back at the Fairgrounds of Masterson Station Fairgrounds on Sunday, October 5, 2025. This free family event features a huge touch-a-truck and children’s play area, fire truck rides, fire department burn demonstrations, sensory-friendly area, pony rides, food truck vendors, community partner information booths, free food, and […]
It’s Back to School time and there are so many things to think about to get ready! It can be overwhelming, especially for new kindergarten families, transitioning from elementary to middle, or starting high school for the first time. From school supply shopping to schedules and buses there so many things to think about as […]
Kick off the 2025 University of Kentucky Football season with Fan Day! Saturday, August 2, 2025! Kentucky Football Fan Day will take place on Saturday, Aug. 2. The main attraction for the popular annual event will be open practice on the practice fields at the Joe Craft Football Training Center from approximately 11 a.m. to approximately 12:45 p.m. […]
Summer is a great time to cool off with a frozen treat but they are yummy year round! Check out this list of great places for ice cream, popsicles, frozen yogurt, gelato and more! If you have a favorite flavor at one of these spots or another place to share be sure to comment […]
Summer sun brings sunflower blooms to area orchards and farms in Central KY. Families can enjoy the beautiful sight of sunflowers each summer. Evan’s Orchard Eckert’s Orchard Our Sunflower Trail uses the same concept as a corn maze, but with sunflowers instead. That means you can get up close, personal and even tickled by the […]
Lexington features great classes and events for expecting parents. St. Joseph and Baptist Health both offer a variety of classes and special events. Baptist Health Classes and Maternity Tours Click HERE for current classes such as cesarean section classes, perinatal bereavement, childbirth and breastfeeding, and more. Watch for info about the annual Maternity Fair at […]
Are you looking for free meals, food pantries, or food for your children? Find information about area food banks, free meals and snacks and more. Central Kentucky has a variety of resources available for families in need. Food Banks Food banks are available in many communities. Some do require a referral but some you can […]
Celebrating Kentucky’s Signature Industry – FREE Event! Hats Off to Kentucky’s Horse Industry Day is a celebration of the horse and its impact on the state of Kentucky. The day offers fun family activities including arts and crafts for children, horse and pony rides for children and adults, interactive educational booths and a thrilling equestrian […]