There’s no shortage of holiday spirit and holiday decor in the Bluegrass. From our big cities to small Kentucky towns, our state goes big for the holiday season! In fact, there’s one small town in Kentucky that’s positively bursting with Christmas spirit. Light Up LaGrange is a big holiday event in a tiny Kentucky town that’s proof positive that the heart and soul of the Bluegrass State really are, in fact, in our smallest towns.

La Grange is an all-around small-town superstar that offers visitors a fun and wholesome Bluegrass experience. Most notably, LaGrange is known as the only town in America that has an active train running along its Main Street.
LaGrange Main Street
You can imagine how charming that is in the chilly winter air with Christmas around the corner.
Yet while the train is one of the most unique and defining features of La Grange, there's so much more to see and do in this historic town...
Light Up LaGrange
...most notably, every holiday season, the town comes alive in bright lights and dazzling displays during the annual Light Up LaGrange event.
Light Up LaGrange
It's one of the most beloved traditions of the season in this small town.
One of the Bluegrass State's most beloved small-town events, Light Up LaGrange is an exuberant celebration of the season.
Light Up LaGrange
LaGrange is truly one of the best Christmas towns in Kentucky and you'll see why when you attend this event.
The festivities return this year on Saturday, Dec. 2, at various locations all throughout downtown La Grange.
Light Up LaGrange
This magical festival has been running for 38 years and it's gotten better every single time.

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The event features all sorts of festive, family-friendly fun, including a breakfast with Santa, candy cane making, cookie decorating, live music, a live nativity, and so much more. You can view a full schedule of holiday events on the website.
Light Up LaGrange
This year Light Up LaGrange will also have an ice skating rink on the CityPlace lawn and Gift Giving and Craft Market at City Place Pavilion!
Light Up LaGrange
Christmas in LaGrange. Kentucky is the pinnacle of charming and festive.
This event is loved by all, including the Grinch himself!
Light Up LaGrange
And, of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be stopping by; Santa will roll in around 6 p.m. -- via a decked-out fire truck!
Light Up LaGrange
Make sure you're going to be on his nice list when he arrives.
Come experience small-town Kentucky at its finest -- and most festive -- this year at Light Up LaGrange. This is one small town with a copious and contagious holiday spirit!
LaGrange Main Street

Have you ever experienced this Kentucky Christmas town? What a delightful holiday event! The 2023 Light Up LaGrange event happens on Dec. 2 in downtown LaGrange, and you can view more information and peruse the full list of holiday activities on the website.

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Christmas Towns In Kentucky

CC | November 09, 2023

Where are Christmas towns in Kentucky?

LaGrange really pulls out all the stops for the holidays, but while you’re at it, check out these other Christmas towns in Kentucky. After all, you can never have too much holiday spirit and hot chocolate.

  • Ashland
  • Louisville
  • Lexington
  • Maysville
  • Bardstown
  • Newport
  • Burnside
  • Harrodsburg
  • Patti’s Festival of Lights
  • Leitchfield
  • Carrollton
  • Petersburg

 

Where can I see Christmas lights in Kentucky?

The twinkling light displays are one of the best parts of the holidays. To add to your holiday bucket list, check out these Christmas light displays in Kentucky. Don’t forget your camera, these are precious holiday memories waiting to happen. Happy Holidays!

  • Lights Under Louisville, Mega Cavern
  • The Winter Wonderland of Lights Festival, Central Park and Downtown Ashland
  • Southern Lights Holiday Festival, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington
  • Grand Rivers Festival of Lights, Patti's 1880 Settlement, Grand Rivers
  • Light up Louisville, Fourth and Jefferson Streets
  • Light Up The Levee Grand Illumination, Newport on the Levee
  • Christmas at Panther Creek Park, Owensboro
  • Christmas In The Park, Noble Park, Paducah
  • Light Up Bardstown, Court Square
  • Lighting Of The Trace, Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort
  • Ruley's Santa Clause Land, Loretto
  • Bardstown Road Aglow, Highlands of Louisville

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