New Albany Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in New Albany and surrounding areas
Around cultural landmarks, New Albany delivers the festive season with musical highlights like Holiday Pops and community traditions such as the Christmas Open House at The Mercantile that fill downtown streets with Christmas lights and seasonal cheer. Visitors can browse winter markets, enjoy family-friendly activities, and attend festive performances near the riverfront and historic homes. The city offers many things to do—from guided holiday tours to hands-on workshops—creating a welcoming holiday atmosphere for residents and guests.
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Christmas Lights
11 eventsLargest snow tubing hill in Kentucky with themed zones.
Christmas Shows
7 eventsTchaikovsky's classic ballet with Kentucky-crafted sets and costumes.
Christmas Markets
7 eventsHundreds of decorated trees for sale to benefit children's hospital
Christmas Parties
5 eventsBrunch with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Christmas Activities
17 eventsDIY gingerbread cake house decorating
Editor's Picks (6)
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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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Gingerbread Cake House Decorating Party
(Elizabethtown)
DIY gingerbread cake house decorating
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Frankfort Christmas Parade: A Storybook Christmas
(Frankfort)
A Storybook Christmas theme with prize money for charities.
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Candlelight Weekend
(Frankfort)
Magical holiday kickoff with tree lighting and carriage rides.
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New Albany Christmas FAQ
The Light Up New Albany event in Bicentennial Park is one of the biggest annual Christmas celebrations, featuring crafts, live entertainment, and visits with Santa. Neighborhood displays like the Minion House also draw large crowds each year.
New Albany is known for its quirky Minion House display, which has become a local holiday tradition. The city also hosts community-focused events like the Light Up New Albany parade and festive gatherings in Bicentennial Park.
The area around Indiana Avenue is especially popular for Christmas lights, highlighted by the Minion House. Other residential neighborhoods throughout New Albany also feature charming holiday displays worth exploring.
Christmas markets and artisan fairs are often held in community centers and public parks near New Albany. Local shops and seasonal markets downtown also showcase makers and vendors during the holiday season.
Free activities include visiting neighborhood light displays, attending the Light Up New Albany event, and exploring local holiday markets with no admission fee. These offer festive fun without stretching your budget.
Families will enjoy the Light Up New Albany festivities with crafts and Santa visits, as well as the Minion House light display. Many markets also offer kid-friendly activities and treats to keep little ones entertained.