Frankfort Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Frankfort and surrounding areas
This Christmas 2025 Frankfort offers festive celebrations and sparkling Christmas lights across neighborhood hotspots and near the Kentucky State Capitol. Signature events like the 76th Annual Frankfort Christmas Parade and Candlelight Weekend bring parades, period charm and family-friendly festivities. Enjoy seasonal markets, holiday activities and historic tours that highlight Frankfort’s rich traditions during the holiday season.
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Christmas Lights
16 eventsWalk-through light displays at a baseball stadium
Christmas Markets
15 eventsLocal artisans and distillery bar at a holiday market.
Christmas Shows
13 eventsHoliday rock opera with dazzling light and sound.
Christmas Parties
5 eventsBrunch with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Christmas Activities
19 eventsA Storybook Christmas theme with prize money for charities.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
(Lexington)
Holiday rock opera with dazzling light and sound.
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Lexington's Legendary Festival of Lights
(Lexington)
Walk-through light displays at a baseball stadium
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The Brown-Forman Nutcracker
(Louisville)
Tchaikovsky's classic ballet with Kentucky-crafted sets and costumes.
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Christmas at Kentucky Kingdom
(Louisville)
Largest snow tubing hill in Kentucky with themed zones.
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Brunch with Rudolph
(Bardstown)
Brunch with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
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Frankfort Christmas Parade: A Storybook Christmas
A Storybook Christmas theme with prize money for charities.
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Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Frankfort
- A Storybook Christmas Parade Returns to Frankfort Published: Mon, Nov 24, 2025
- Kentucky Winter Forecast: Snow Expected Published: Sun, Nov 23, 2025
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Frankfort Christmas FAQ
The Christmas Parade held downtown each December is one of the biggest annual events, alongside festive runs like the Frankfort Frosty 5K and various holiday markets and carnivals.
Frankfort embraces traditions such as community parades, local artisan markets, and neighborhood light displays that bring residents together to celebrate the season in a warm, small-town atmosphere.
Several residential areas in Frankfort are known for their festive decorations, with some streets becoming popular spots for walking tours to enjoy the neighborhood displays.
Christmas markets featuring local makers are often held at community centers and public venues near Frankfort, showcasing artisan crafts, food, and holiday goods.
Free neighborhood light displays, public holiday events like parades, and some markets with no admission fees offer budget-friendly ways to enjoy the season in Frankfort.
Family-friendly options include visiting the Christmas Parade, exploring walkable light displays, attending markets with kids’ activities, and participating in festive runs or community carnivals.