Tree Lightings and Parades in Lexington and Central KY

Downtown Lexington

Tree Lighting
Sunday, November 30, 2025
3 pm – 7 pm

Head to Triangle Park on November 30, and join us for our annual Holiday Lighting Festival, presented by T-Fiber! Lexington’s Christmas Tree will be lit with beautiful, bright lights, and Lexington’s Hanukkah Menorah will shine ahead of the festival. Plus, community choirs will sing festive songs which are sure to put everyone in the holiday spirit!

Schedule of events:
1 p.m-7 p.m – The Rink at Triangle Park will be open
3 p.m. – Live music and vendors, including an interactive exhibit from T-Fiber
6 p.m. – Hanukkah songs and Menorah presentation with Jewish Federation of the Bluegrass and Santa comes to Triangle Park to light the tree followed by Christmas carols with The Lexington Singers

While you’re at the Holiday Lighting Festival, you can also enjoy the unique experience of ice skating in the heart of #downtownlex at the Rink at Triangle Park!

Parade
Saturday, December 6, 2025 11 am
Midland Avenue
Santa Claus is coming to (down)town! The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner and we couldn’t be more excited!

We hope you’ll join us on December 6 at 11 am for the Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade presented by Commonwealth Credit Union! The parade will feature a variety of organizations, bands, floats, and of course, Santa himself! More information coming soon!

Southland Drive Tree Lighting

Friday, December 5, 2025
Fire Station #12
5:30 pm Festivities
6:30 pm Tree Lighting
Lafayette choir, sweet treats, tasty beverages, donations for the Firefighters Toy Program accepted.

Ashland, Henry Clay Estate

A Kentucky Christmas at Ashland
Saturday, December 6, 2025
4 pm – 6 pm (Illumination at sunset around 5:30 pm)

Join us for one of Lexington’s most beloved traditions as we light our Christmas Tree for the first time to kick off the holiday season!

Our Christmas Shop at the Keeper’s Cottage with local vendors will be open, Santa will be here for pictures with children and pets, & seasonal refreshments will be available for purchase.

The tree will be illuminated at dusk; candlelight tours of the mansion to follow for ticketed guests.

Downtown Danville

Downtown Danville Tree Lighting
Watching for 2025 Info
Weisiger Park in Danville.

Small Town Christmas & Parade
Saturday, December 6, 2025 Noon – 7 pm|
Join us for some Christmas joy and community at Danville’s Small Town Christmas Festival & Parade. Bring the whole family downtown for a festive day filled with holiday magic — enjoy visits with Santa, take a ride on the trackless train, sip hot chocolate, munch on cookies, and soak in the cheerful holiday atmosphere! As the day winds down, gather along Main Street for the Christmas Parade, featuring floats, music, and members of our wonderful community spreading the spirit of the season. It’s a hometown holiday celebration you won’t want to miss!

Perryville Christmas Parade
Saturday, November 29, 2025 6 pm
Parade line up is starting at 5:15 at Perryville Elementary School. You may throw out candy. Once parade starts please stay at least 2 car links behind the car in front of you. We need floats horses, wagons, old cars, trucks and tractors, side by sides, motorcycle’s Bands, All school sports etc. Please call Lisa Bottom for more information 859-332-7626

Downtown Winchester

Parade
Watch for a 2025 date

Don’t miss Winchester’s annual Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting celebration. The evening kicks off with the Christmas Tree Lighting at 6 p.m., followed by the parade. Line up and down Main Street to enjoy the parade as it marches from Depot Street down to Hickman Street. Like last year, the parade will be continuous with no stops, so any spot on Main Street provides a great view of what’s happening.

Richmond

Parade
Friday, December 5, 2025 7 pm

Our 2025 Christmas Parade will be on Friday, December 5th. The theme is “Songs of Christmas.” You can find the application H E RE. Parade Route. Full parade can be viewed anywhere from Lancaster Avenue @ Park Drive to Main Street. Parade should arrive on Main Street by 7:00 PM.

Downtown Georgetown

Home for the Holidays Parade
Saturday, December 6, 2025 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Help us celebrate the holiday season in Georgetown, KY with our Home for the Holidays Parade on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 6:00 p.m.

Downtown Nicholasville

Tree Lighting
Friday, December 5, 2025

Annual St. “Nich” Festival
Saturday, December 13, 2025 (Events through the day)
Parade 5:30 pm
The Christmas Spirit will be sweeping through the streets of Downtown Nicholasville starting at 9 am on December 13th!
There will be a pancake breakfast, shopping, kids crafts, petting zoo, pictures with Santa, music, cocoa and SOOOO much more!
Don’t miss out on this day filled with activities and ending with an amazing Christmas Parade that begins at 5:30 pm.

Downtown Versailles

Tree Lighting
December 5, 2025
5:30 pm
Kick off the holiday season in the heart of Downtown Versailles as we light our community Christmas tree!
🎶 Enjoy festive performances by Jane’s School of Dance and the Woodford County Choirs
☕ Savor hot cocoa, coffee, and cookies while you take in the holiday magic
🎅 Capture the moment with photos with Santa and make memories that will last all season long
Join us for a night full of joy, music, and community spirit. Let’s make this holiday season truly unforgettable!

Parade
December 6, 2025
5 pm
Celebrate the magic of the season as Main Street comes alive with lights, music, and holiday cheer! Our annual Christmas Parade features our City and County first responders, local departments, a special performance by the Kentucky State University Marching Band & much more! Bring the whole family and enjoy this beloved community tradition as we welcome the holidays in style.

Berea Mayor’s Merry Mingling

Saturday, November 29, 2025
6 pm – 8 pm
Who else loves the winter holiday season? We hope you plan to join us for our annual tree lighting and Mayor’s Merry Mingling Event for November 29, 2025. Event time from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. in the Old Town Artisan Village area of Berea. We can’t wait to share more details. Think campfires, caroling, hot cocoa, marshmallow roasting, and SANTA…This is going to be the most memorable conclusion to your favorite shopping day of the year – Shop Small Saturday!