🎄✨ Lexington’s Holiday Magic: MELIA’s Guide to Family Fun, Pet-Friendly Events, & Adult Festivities  ✨🎄

At MELIA Realty Group, community isn’t just part of our mission — it’s who we are. As Lexington transforms into a winter wonderland each year, we love connecting our neighbors with the very best holiday happenings across the Bluegrass.

Here is your 2025 Lexington Holiday Events Guide, filled with seasonal fun for families, pet parents, and adults seeking festive nights out.

🎅 FAMILY-FRIENDLY HOLIDAY EVENTS 

🎄 Southern Lights Holiday Festival (Drive-Thru + Holiday Village)

Location: Kentucky Horse Park
Dates: November 21 – December 31, 2025
Times: 5:30–10:00 PM (Holiday Village closes at 9:30 PM)
Kick off the season with millions of twinkling lights, model trains, artisan shopping, a petting zoo, and Santa photos. A classic Lexington holiday staple.
Perfect for: Families, out-of-town guests, kids of all ages

⛸️ Ice Skating at Triangle Park

Location: 400 W Main St, Lexington
Dates: November 14, 2025 – January 5, 2026
Enjoy outdoor skating beneath downtown lights with holiday music, concessions, and festive backdrops.
Perfect for: Families, teens, date nights

🌟 Lexington Christmas Parade

Location: Downtown Lexington
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM
Floats, marching bands, community groups, and Santa make this a joyous downtown tradition.
Perfect for: Families & community lovers

🎁 Christmas at Mustard Seed Hill

Location: Millersburg, KY (worth the drive, we promise!)
Dates: November 28 – December 23, 2025
Experience breathtaking light displays, the famous Gingerbread House Exhibit, artisan markets, hot cocoa, and the coziest holiday vibes.
Perfect for: Photo ops, family fun, romantic winter dates

🐾 PET-FRIENDLY HOLIDAY EVENTS (2025)

🎅 Santa Paws Photos

Locations: Local pet stores, PetSuite, Feeders Supply (varies)
Dates: Select weekends in December 2025
Dress your pup in their holiday best and snap a photo with Santa — many events support local shelters.
Perfect for: Pet parents, rescue supporters

🐶 “Bark the Halls” at Greyline Station

Location: 101 W Loudon Ave
Date: December 14, 2025
Time: 12:00–5:00 PM
Pet-friendly vendors, treats, holiday markets, music, and adorable festive photo stations.
Perfect for: Social pups & their humans

🎄 Dog-Friendly Holiday Market Walks

Locations: Kenwick, Chevy Chase, Downtown Lexington
Dates: Various dates throughout December 2025
Shop small while enjoying lights, music, outdoor sips, and plenty of dog-friendly stops.
Perfect for: Holiday strolls with pets

🍷 HOLIDAY EVENTS FOR ADULTS 

🍸 Miracle Christmas Pop-Up Cocktail Bar

Locations: The Manchester Hotel + participating Lexington bars
Dates: November 24 – December 31, 2025
Expect over-the-top Christmas décor, themed glassware, and the most festive cocktail lineup of the season.
Perfect for: Girls’ night, date nights, holiday photo ops

🎼 Holiday Shows at Lexington Opera House

Location: 401 W Short St
Dates: December 2025 (various)
Featuring:

• The Nutcracker
  
  
• A Christmas Carol
  
  
• Holiday pops concerts
  Perfect for: Elegant evenings, couples, culture lovers
  
  

🥃 Winter Nights at Castle & Key

Location: Frankfort, KY
Dates: Select dates in December 2025
Sip craft cocktails, explore candlelit grounds, and enjoy a beautifully curated winter experience at one of Kentucky’s most iconic distilleries.
Perfect for: Bourbon lovers & romantic nights out

🍷 Cozy Winery Nights

Locations: Talon Winery, Jean Farris Winery, Equus Run Vineyards
Dates: All holiday season
Expect fire pits, mulled wine, live music, and warm, welcoming atmospheres.
Perfect for: Friends & couples seeking a slower holiday pace

❄️ LIGHT DISPLAYS & WALK-THROUGH HOLIDAY EXPERIENCES (2025)

✨ Buffalo Trace Distillery Lights

Location: Frankfort
Dates: December 1, 2025 – January 1, 2026
Drive through their iconic holiday display, then enjoy shopping, bourbon tastings, and warm seasonal drinks.
Perfect for: Families, couples, bourbon fans

🏡 Neighborhood Light Tours

Grab hot cocoa and take a festive lights tour right from your car. Top Lexington neighborhoods known for stunning displays:

• Kenwick
  
  
• Chevy Chase
  
  
• Masterson Station
  
  
• Hamburg
  
  Perfect for: Anyone in the holiday spirit
  
  

❤️ MELIA REALTY GROUP WISHES YOU A MAGICAL 2025 HOLIDAY SEASON

At MELIA Realty Group, we believe home is more than a place — it’s community, connection, and the memories you make all season long. We’re honored to serve the Bluegrass and help families plant roots, thrive, and celebrate the milestones that matter most.

If you or someone you love is planning a move in 2026, exploring new neighborhoods, or thinking about real estate investing, our team is here to guide you with heart... Just Ask MELIA!

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