Paducah Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Paducah and surrounding areas
Paducah’s Christmas season brightens the riverfront and downtown Lower Town with Holiday lights and community markets near the Riverwall and Market House Square. Events like the Paducah Christmas Parade and Santa's Elves Holiday Bazaar showcase Christmas markets, Santa visits, and plenty of things to do for families. Explore seasonal tours, festive performances, and neighborhood gatherings that highlight Paducah’s artsy downtown and holiday traditions.
Find the best Paducah Christmas happenings this year!
Editor's Picks (6)
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Paducah Christmas Parade
Annual Christmas parade with 'Sounds of Christmas' theme.
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Carbondale Lights Fantastic Parade
(Carbondale)
Annual holiday parade with spectacular light displays since 1990.
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Let it Glow Light Show, Drive-thru and Walk-thru
(Union City)
Over a million lights and a 150+ nutcracker display.
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Santa's Elves Holiday Bazaar
Local artisans and holiday vendors
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Discovery Park of America's Let It Glow Holiday Event
(Union City)
Expanded walk-thru and drive-thru light displays
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Cape Girardeau Christmas Arts & Crafts Extravaganza
(Cape Girardeau)
Over 300 juried vendors at a major holiday arts and crafts fair.
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Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Paducah.
Santa's Elves Holiday Bazaar
Discover a delightful holiday shopping experience at Santa's Elves Holiday Bazaar. This festive...
View full details →Paducah Homegrown Farmers' Market Holiday Market
Get into the festive spirit at the Paducah Homegrown Farmers' Market Holiday Market!...
View full details →Cape Girardeau Christmas Arts & Crafts Extravaganza
Discover a festive holiday shopping experience at the Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts...
View full details →Christmas Lights Near Paducah
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Paducah.
Discovery Park of America's Let It Glow Holiday Event
Step into a winter wonderland at Discovery Park of America's 'Let It Glow'...
View full details →Let it Glow Light Show, Drive-thru and Walk-thru
Experience the enchanting 'Let It Glow' holiday tradition at Discovery Park of America....
View full details →Other Christmas Activities Near Paducah
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Paducah.
Paducah Christmas Parade
Experience the magic of the holiday season at the annual City of Paducah...
View full details →Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt
Join the exciting Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt at Shawnee Park Center! Families can...
View full details →Ceramic Christmas Tree Lamp Painting
Unleash your creativity and craft a charming ceramic Christmas tree lamp. This hands-on...
View full details →Paducah Christmas Events Map
See every Christmas event, light display, and market on one map.
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Paducah Christmas FAQ
Paducah's biggest annual Christmas events often include the Christmas parade and various holiday markets held in the downtown area and Lower Town Arts District.
Paducah often embraces traditions centered around its historic downtown and riverfront, with community gatherings and light displays that highlight the city's unique charm.
Exploring the historic downtown streets and surrounding residential neighborhoods known for their decorations will offer the best Christmas light viewing in Paducah.
Christmas markets and local makers are typically found in Paducah's downtown area, the Lower Town Arts District, and at various community centers throughout the holiday season.
Free activities include admiring neighborhood Christmas lights, visiting public holiday displays along the riverfront, and attending community tree lighting ceremonies.
Families with kids will enjoy visiting Santa, exploring holiday markets for crafts, and viewing the festive light displays scattered throughout the city.