The Lexington, KY area has 13 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from Santa's Workshop at Fayette Mall in Lexington on November 6 to Southern Lights Holiday Festival in Lexington, which runs through December 31. 10 of them are free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in Kentucky, part of our guide for every state.
The short version
- 13 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Lexington, KY for 2026, in Lexington and Georgetown
- First: Santa's Workshop at Fayette Mall, Lexington, November 6. Runs latest: Southern Lights Holiday Festival, Lexington, through December 31
- Free: Holiday Family Portrait & Holiday Cards Drop-In, Crafternoon: Gingerbread House Gift Tags, Santa Stories at Preschool Storytime (Photo-Op: Ages 3-6y), Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade & Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Festival, Photos with Santa Claus (Drop-in; May need to wait), Free Holiday Family Photo, Holiday Hootenanny, Early Readers Book Club: Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan, Nat'l Ugly Christmas Sweater Day: Ugly Sweater Crafts (Families) and Winter Wonderland Dance Party!
- Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it
Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Kentucky Christmas train rides page.
Lexington, KY Christmas events for kids at a glance
- Kids’ Christmas events
- 13 confirmed for 2026
- Cities
- Lexington and Georgetown
- Season
- November 6 to December 31, 2026
- Free events
- 10
- Kinds of events
- holiday crafts, Santa visit, holiday parade and holiday event
- Last checked
Plan your December
When each Lexington, KY Christmas event for kids happens
The first is Santa's Workshop at Fayette Mall in Lexington on November 6; the last runs to December 31. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.
- Santa's Workshop at Fayette MallLexington · Nov 6 to Dec 24
- Holiday Family Portrait & Holiday Cards Drop-InLexington · Nov 21
- Southern Lights Holiday FestivalLexington · Nov 27 to Dec 31
- Crafternoon: Gingerbread House Gift TagsLexington · Dec 2 to Dec 5
- Santa Stories at Preschool Storytime (Photo-Op: Ages 3-6y)Georgetown · Dec 3
- Cookie and Craft!Lexington · Dec 6
- Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade & Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting FestivalLexington · Dec 6
- Photos with Santa Claus (Drop-in; May need to wait)Georgetown · Dec 6
- Free Holiday Family PhotoLexington · Dec 8
- Holiday HootenannyLexington · Dec 9 to Dec 16
- Early Readers Book Club: Henry and Mudge and the Snowman PlanLexington · Dec 14
- Winter Wonderland Dance Party!Lexington · Dec 18
- Nat'l Ugly Christmas Sweater Day: Ugly Sweater Crafts (Families)Georgetown · Dec 18 to Dec 20
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Christmas events for kids in Lexington
10 confirmed events for kids in Lexington, soonest first.
Lexington: Santa's Workshop at Fayette Mall
Santa visitFayette Mall · Lexington
- Host
- Fayette Mall (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Fayette Mall, 3401 Nicholasville Road, Lexington, KY 40503
- When
- Fri November 6 (noon to 7 pm), Fri December 11 (11 am to 8 pm) and Fri December 18, 2026
- Cost
- Photo packages from $42
- Ages
- All ages
- Sign-up
- Recommended
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Santa's Workshop returns to Fayette Mall on Nicholasville Road for the 2026 season, running from November 6 through December 24. Children can visit a real-bearded Santa, share their wishes and have professional photos taken in a festive set.
From November 6 to December 10, Santa is in from noon to 7 pm Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 pm on Sunday. From December 11 to 17, weekday and Saturday hours stretch to 11 am to 8 pm, with Sunday still noon to 6 pm. Hours vary December 18 to 24, so check the online booking calendar. Photo packages start at $42, and booking a time slot online is the easiest way to avoid a long wait.
Parent tip: Book a reservation online; you will get a confirmation email and simply check in at your time.
See dates and details from Fayette Mall (opens in a new tab)Lexington: Holiday Family Portrait & Holiday Cards Drop-In
Holiday craftsFreeLexington Public Library · Lexington
- Host
- Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Northside Branch, Lexington Public Library, 1733 Russell Cave Road, Lexington, KY 40505
- When
- Saturday, November 21, 2026, 9:30 am to noon
- Cost
- Free, drop in
- Ages
- Families
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Northside Branch of the Lexington Public Library is offering free family photos on Saturday morning, November 21, from 9:30 am to noon. Families are welcome to wear something festive if they like, have their picture taken and then use that photo to create their own holiday card with the library's seasonal templates.
No reservations are needed, so families can simply stop by during the drop-in window. It is a low-cost way to get a family picture and handmade cards ready before the busy weeks of December, and kids can help design the card. The Northside Branch sits on Russell Cave Road on the north side of Lexington. Because it is a drop-in program, families can choose any time in the two and a half hour window that fits naps and Saturday plans.
Parent tip: No reservations needed; festive outfits are optional.
See dates and details from Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)Lexington: Southern Lights Holiday Festival
Holiday lightsKentucky Horse Park · Lexington
- Host
- Kentucky Horse Park (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Kentucky Horse Park, 4089 Iron Works Pike, Lexington, KY 40511
- When
- Friday, November 27, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 (nightly, closed Christmas Day), 5:30 to 10 pm
- Cost
- $35 per carload
- Ages
- All ages
- Sign-up
- Recommended
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Southern Lights, now in its 33rd year at the Kentucky Horse Park, is a drive-through holiday light show with over a million twinkling lights that families can see from the comfort of the car. It runs nightly from Friday, November 27, through Thursday, December 31, from 5:30 to 10 pm, and is closed on Christmas Day.
The Holiday Village is back as well, with photos with Santa, Animal Land, model trains and more for guests of all ages. Admission is $35 per carload, whether bought online or at the ticket booth. Buying ahead helps skip the wait at the gate. The park is just north of Lexington off Iron Works Pike near Interstate 75. Because the lights are seen from the car, it is an easy outing with sleepy little ones, and the Holiday Village gives older kids a chance to stretch their legs and meet Santa.
Parent tip: Pre-purchase tickets online to avoid the line at the booth; the price is the same either way.
See dates and details from Kentucky Horse Park (opens in a new tab)Lexington: Crafternoon: Gingerbread House Gift Tags
Holiday craftsFreeLexington Public Library · Lexington
- Host
- Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Beaumont Branch, Lexington Public Library, 3080 Fieldstone Way, Lexington, KY 40513
- When
- Wed December 2 and Sat December 5, 2026, 3 to 4 pm
- Cost
- Free, while supplies last
- Ages
- Families
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Beaumont Branch of the Lexington Public Library is hosting a holiday Crafternoon on two dates, Wednesday, December 2, and Saturday, December 5, each from 3 to 4 pm. Families will make and decorate gift tags and ornaments shaped like gingerbread houses, built from cardboard tubes.
The finished pieces can go on presents or the tree, so kids can bring home something they made for the season. Supplies are provided while they last, and the listing does not require registration, so arriving near the start time is a good idea. The Beaumont Branch is on Fieldstone Way in southwest Lexington. Offering the same craft on a weekday afternoon and a Saturday gives families two chances to fit it in, and the project is simple enough for younger children with a little help from a grown-up.
Parent tip: Supplies are limited, so come early in the hour.
See dates and details from Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)Lexington: Cookie and Craft!
Holiday paradeLexington Public Library · Lexington
- Host
- Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Lexington Public Library, Central Library, 140 East Main Street, Lexington, KY 40507
- When
- Sunday, December 6, 2026, 3 to 4 pm
- Cost
- No cost listed; no registration
- Ages
- Preschool (3 to 5), children (5 to 8) and families
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Lexington Public Library's Central Library hosts a drop-in holiday craft hour on the afternoon of the Light Up Lex Christmas Parade. Kids make a holiday craft, have a cookie, and then families can walk down to join the parade on Main Street. The program is listed for preschoolers ages 3 to 5, children ages 5 to 8 and families.
The craft runs from 3 to 4 pm while supplies last, so it is a handy way to keep young kids busy and warm before the parade. The Central Library sits on East Main Street downtown, right along the parade area. The library notes no registration is needed, so families can simply drop in. The listing is aimed at families, so parents and siblings are welcome to craft alongside the kids.
Parent tip: Supplies are limited, so arrive close to 3 pm. Dress for the cold if you plan to stay for the parade.
See dates and details from Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)Lexington: Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade & Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Festival
Holiday paradeFreeDowntown Lexington Partnership · Lexington
- Host
- Downtown Lexington Partnership (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Downtown Lexington and Triangle Park, 400 W Main St, Lexington, KY 40507
- When
- Sunday, December 6, 2026, 5 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
For 2026, Downtown Lexington is combining its Holiday Parade and its annual Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Festival into one festive evening on Sunday, December 6. The parade steps off at 5 pm with community organizations, bands, floats and Santa Claus himself.
After the parade, the celebration moves to Triangle Park, where the lighting program begins at about 6 pm. Lexington's official Christmas tree and Hanukkah menorah light up the heart of downtown, along with community performances. The full schedule of events will be posted later on the Luminate Lexington page. Downtown Lexington Partnership presents the evening as part of Luminate Lexington, and organizations interested in marching can apply through the 2026 parade application on the same page. The early evening timing works well for families with young children.
Parent tip: Arrive early to claim a curbside spot for the 5 pm parade, then walk to Triangle Park for the lighting.
See dates and details from Downtown Lexington Partnership (opens in a new tab)Lexington: Free Holiday Family Photo
Holiday eventFreeLexington Public Library · Lexington
- Host
- Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Tates Creek Branch, Lexington Public Library, 3628 Walden Drive, Lexington, KY 40517
- When
- Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 4:30 to 6:30 pm
- Cost
- Free, registration
- Ages
- Families
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
On Tuesday, December 8, from 4:30 to 6:30 pm, the Tates Creek Branch of the Lexington Public Library is offering a free holiday family photo. Volunteers from the Creative Camera Club will take the pictures and create a digital photo file for each participating family.
It is a simple way to get a holiday picture of the kids, or the whole family, without paying for a studio session. The library takes registrations for this event, so sign up through the event listing to reserve a time. Dressing in holiday colors or matching outfits can make the photo feel extra festive. The Tates Creek Branch is on Walden Drive in south Lexington. Since the photos are taken by a volunteer camera club, sessions may move quickly, so it helps to arrive on time with everyone ready.
Parent tip: Register through the library listing; photos are delivered as digital files.
See dates and details from Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)Lexington: Holiday Hootenanny
Holiday showFreeLexington Public Library · Lexington
- Host
- Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Tates Creek Branch, Lexington Public Library, 3628 Walden Drive, Lexington, KY 40517
- When
- Wed December 9 and Wed December 16, 2026, 5:30 to 6:30 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- For everyone
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Tates Creek Branch of the Lexington Public Library is hosting a Holiday Hootenanny, a holiday music sing-along led by local musicians the Songfarmers. The program focuses on traditional holiday favorites, and music and lyrics are provided, so no one needs to know the words ahead of time.
The library says the program is for everyone, which makes it an easy evening outing for families with children. There are two chances to go: Wednesday, December 9, and Wednesday, December 16, both from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. No registration is listed. The Tates Creek Branch is on Walden Drive in south Lexington. Evening start times make the sing-along easy to fit in after school or work, and the familiar holiday songs give younger children a chance to join in with the whole family.
Parent tip: Lyrics are provided, so even young readers can follow along.
See dates and details from Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)Lexington: Early Readers Book Club: Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan
Holiday story timeFreeLexington Public Library · Lexington
- Host
- Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Eastside Branch, Lexington Public Library, 3000 Blake James Drive, Lexington, KY 40509
- When
- Monday, December 14, 2026, 3:30 to 4:30 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Ages 4 to 6
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Early Readers Book Club at the Eastside Branch of the Lexington Public Library meets on Monday, December 14, from 3:30 to 4:30 pm. The group will read Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan by Cynthia Rylant together and find out what Henry, his dad and Mudge create for the snowman contest.
After the story, kids take on a snowman-building challenge and design their own creative snowmen. The club is for ages 4 to 6, and no registration is required. Questions can go to ebae@lexpublib.org. The Eastside Branch is on Blake James Drive near Hamburg in east Lexington. The book club pairs a well-loved early reader series with a hands-on challenge, a good fit for children who are just starting to read on their own.
Parent tip: No registration required; email ebae@lexpublib.org with questions.
See dates and details from Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)Lexington: Winter Wonderland Dance Party!
Holiday eventFreeLexington Public Library · Lexington
- Host
- Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Beaumont Branch, Lexington Public Library, 3080 Fieldstone Way, Lexington, KY 40513
- When
- Friday, December 18, 2026, 11 am to noon
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Ages 5 and under with a caregiver
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Beaumont Branch of the Lexington Public Library is throwing a Winter Wonderland Dance Party for its youngest visitors on Friday, December 18, from 11 am to noon. Children are invited to dress in their winter finest and dance the hour away with snowballs, jingle bells, balloons and more.
The party is for ages 5 and under, and a caregiver must attend with each child. No registration is required, so families can simply come by the branch. It is a good way for preschoolers and toddlers to burn off energy during the busy week before Christmas. The Beaumont Branch is on Fieldstone Way in southwest Lexington. Snowballs, jingle bells and balloons give toddlers and preschoolers plenty to do, and the one hour format fits easily into a morning before lunch and nap time.
Parent tip: A caregiver must stay with each child; no registration needed.
See dates and details from Lexington Public Library (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Georgetown
3 confirmed events for kids in Georgetown, soonest first.
Georgetown: Santa Stories at Preschool Storytime (Photo-Op: Ages 3-6y)
Story time with Mrs. ClausFreeScott County Public Library · Georgetown
- Host
- Scott County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Scott County Public Library, 104 South Bradford Lane, Georgetown, KY 40324 (near Lexington)
- When
- Thursday, December 3, 2026, 11 to 11:45 am
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Ages 3 to 6
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Scott County Public Library in Georgetown is hosting a special Santa-themed Preschool Storytime on Thursday, December 3, from 11 to 11:45 am in Meeting Room C. After the stories, children ages 3 to 6 can take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Kids are encouraged to wear their Christmas best, a crazy Christmas sweater or reindeer antlers. Caregivers are asked to take part and put phones away, and to skip food and drinks during storytime. Children with sound sensitivities can bring their own noise-canceling headphones, and the library notes that children with disabilities are always welcome. The program is free. The library is on South Bradford Lane in Georgetown, a short drive north of Lexington. This storytime is part of a weekly preschool series, and the Santa visit makes the December 3 session a special one worth planning around.
Parent tip: Bring your own camera for the photo op; no food or drinks during storytime.
See dates and details from Scott County Public Library (opens in a new tab)Georgetown: Photos with Santa Claus (Drop-in; May need to wait)
Santa visitFreeScott County Public Library · Georgetown
- Host
- Scott County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Scott County Public Library, 104 South Bradford Lane, Georgetown, KY 40324 (near Lexington)
- When
- Sunday, December 6, 2026, 2 to 3:30 pm
- Cost
- Free, registration required
- Ages
- Children, tweens and teens
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Scott County Public Library is hosting Photos with Santa Claus on Sunday, December 6, from 2 to 3:30 pm in Meeting Room F. Children can meet Santa, tell him what they want for Christmas and have their picture taken. The photo op is free, and families are encouraged to dress in their Christmas-card best.
The event is limited to 60 people, and registration is required for the children taking photos, not the adults. The library does not provide a photographer, so families should bring their own camera and someone to take the picture. Pets are not allowed, only service dogs. Because it runs as a drop-in, there may be a short wait. The library is on South Bradford Lane in Georgetown, a short drive north of Lexington. It is a low-key alternative to busy mall lines for families who want a Santa picture.
Parent tip: Register each child, bring your own camera and photographer, and leave pets at home.
See dates and details from Scott County Public Library (opens in a new tab)Georgetown: Nat'l Ugly Christmas Sweater Day: Ugly Sweater Crafts (Families)
Holiday craftsFreeScott County Public Library · Georgetown
- Host
- Scott County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Scott County Public Library, Story Barn, 104 South Bradford Lane, Georgetown, KY 40324 (near Lexington)
- When
- Friday, December 18, 2026 to Sunday, December 20, 2026 (drop in during library hours, Friday to Sunday), 10 am to 6 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Children, tweens, teens and everyone
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
To mark Ugly Christmas Sweater Day on December 19, the Scott County Public Library in Georgetown is celebrating all weekend with ugly sweater paper crafts. From Friday, December 18, through Sunday, December 20, families can stop by the Story Barn and design their best ugly sweater.
The craft runs as an ongoing drop-in activity, so there is no set start time, and it is free. It suits a quick visit during a library trip, and children of different ages can work side by side. Wearing your own holiday sweater is a fun touch, though the listing does not require it. The library is on South Bradford Lane in Georgetown, a short drive north of Lexington. The Story Barn is the library's space for children, so the craft fits naturally into a weekend visit to pick out books before the holiday break.
Parent tip: Drop in any time during library hours that weekend.
See dates and details from Scott County Public Library (opens in a new tab)Looking further afield? Our Kentucky Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Louisville. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.
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What Christmas events for kids are in Lexington, KY in 2026?
We confirmed 13 Christmas events for kids in Lexington, KY for 2026 on each host’s own page: Santa's Workshop at Fayette Mall in Lexington (November 6), Holiday Family Portrait & Holiday Cards Drop-In in Lexington (November 21), Southern Lights Holiday Festival in Lexington (November 27), Crafternoon: Gingerbread House Gift Tags in Lexington (December 2), Santa Stories at Preschool Storytime (Photo-Op: Ages 3-6y) in Georgetown (December 3), Cookie and Craft! in Lexington (December 6), Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade & Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Festival in Lexington (December 6), Photos with Santa Claus (Drop-in; May need to wait) in Georgetown (December 6), Free Holiday Family Photo in Lexington (December 8), Holiday Hootenanny in Lexington (December 9), Early Readers Book Club: Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan in Lexington (December 14), Nat'l Ugly Christmas Sweater Day: Ugly Sweater Crafts (Families) in Georgetown (December 18) and Winter Wonderland Dance Party! in Lexington (December 18). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.
What Christmas events for kids are in Lexington, Kentucky?
For families in and around Lexington, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Santa's Workshop at Fayette Mall (Daily, Nov 6 to Dec 24, photo packages from $42); Holiday Family Portrait & Holiday Cards Drop-In (Sat, Nov 21, 9:30 am to 12 pm, free, drop in); Southern Lights Holiday Festival (Nightly, Nov 27 to Dec 31, 5:30 to 10 pm (closed Dec 25), $35 per carload); Crafternoon: Gingerbread House Gift Tags (Wed, Dec 2 and Sat, Dec 5, 3 to 4 pm, free, while supplies last); Cookie and Craft! (Sun, Dec 6, 3 to 4 pm, no cost listed; no registration); Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade & Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Festival (Sun, Dec 6, parade 5 pm, lighting about 6 pm, free); Free Holiday Family Photo (Tue, Dec 8, 4:30 to 6:30 pm, free, registration); Holiday Hootenanny (Wed, Dec 9 and Wed, Dec 16, 5:30 to 6:30 pm, free); Early Readers Book Club: Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan (Mon, Dec 14, 3:30 to 4:30 pm, free); Winter Wonderland Dance Party! (Fri, Dec 18, 11 am to 12 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Lexington section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Georgetown, Kentucky?
For families in and around Georgetown, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Santa Stories at Preschool Storytime (Photo-Op: Ages 3-6y) (Thu, Dec 3, 11 to 11:45 am, free); Photos with Santa Claus (Drop-in; May need to wait) (Sun, Dec 6, 2 to 3:30 pm, free, registration required); Nat'l Ugly Christmas Sweater Day: Ugly Sweater Crafts (Families) (Fri, Dec 18 to Sun, Dec 20, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Georgetown section of this page.
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Lexington, KY?
Yes. 10 of the 13 events here are free: Holiday Family Portrait & Holiday Cards Drop-In in Lexington, Crafternoon: Gingerbread House Gift Tags in Lexington, Santa Stories at Preschool Storytime (Photo-Op: Ages 3-6y) in Georgetown, Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade & Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Festival in Lexington, Photos with Santa Claus (Drop-in; May need to wait) in Georgetown, Free Holiday Family Photo in Lexington, Holiday Hootenanny in Lexington, Early Readers Book Club: Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan in Lexington, Nat'l Ugly Christmas Sweater Day: Ugly Sweater Crafts (Families) in Georgetown and Winter Wonderland Dance Party! in Lexington. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.
Where can kids see Santa in Lexington, KY this December?
Santa appears at Santa's Workshop at Fayette Mall in Lexington (November 6), Southern Lights Holiday Festival in Lexington (November 27), Santa Stories at Preschool Storytime (Photo-Op: Ages 3-6y) in Georgetown (December 3), Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade & Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Festival in Lexington (December 6) and Photos with Santa Claus (Drop-in; May need to wait) in Georgetown (December 6). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.
Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Lexington, KY?
Holiday story times on this page: Santa Stories at Preschool Storytime (Photo-Op: Ages 3-6y) in Georgetown and Early Readers Book Club: Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan in Lexington. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.
Which Lexington, KY Christmas events are best for toddlers?
These are aimed at babies, toddlers and preschoolers: Santa Stories at Preschool Storytime (Photo-Op: Ages 3-6y) in Georgetown (Ages 3 to 6), Cookie and Craft! in Lexington (Preschool (3 to 5), children (5 to 8) and families) and Winter Wonderland Dance Party! in Lexington (Ages 5 and under with a caregiver).
Are there kids' Christmas events in Lexington, KY on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?
Yes: Santa's Workshop at Fayette Mall in Lexington (through December 24) and Southern Lights Holiday Festival in Lexington (through December 31).
How much is Santa's Workshop at Fayette Mall in Lexington?
Photo packages from $42. Santa's Workshop at Fayette Mall is on Fri November 6 (noon to 7 pm), Fri December 11 (11 am to 8 pm) and Fri December 18, 2026 at Fayette Mall. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Holiday Family Portrait & Holiday Cards Drop-In in Lexington?
Free, drop in. Holiday Family Portrait & Holiday Cards Drop-In is on Saturday, November 21, 2026, 9:30 am to noon at Northside Branch, Lexington Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Southern Lights Holiday Festival in Lexington?
$35 per carload. Southern Lights Holiday Festival is on Friday, November 27, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 (nightly, closed Christmas Day), 5:30 to 10 pm at Kentucky Horse Park. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Crafternoon: Gingerbread House Gift Tags in Lexington?
Free, while supplies last. Crafternoon: Gingerbread House Gift Tags is on Wed December 2 and Sat December 5, 2026, 3 to 4 pm at Beaumont Branch, Lexington Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Santa Stories at Preschool Storytime (Photo-Op: Ages 3-6y) in Georgetown?
Free. Santa Stories at Preschool Storytime (Photo-Op: Ages 3-6y) is on Thursday, December 3, 2026, 11 to 11:45 am at Scott County Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Cookie and Craft! in Lexington?
No cost listed; no registration. Cookie and Craft! is on Sunday, December 6, 2026, 3 to 4 pm at Lexington Public Library, Central Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade & Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Festival in Lexington?
Free. Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade & Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Festival is on Sunday, December 6, 2026, 5 pm at Downtown Lexington and Triangle Park. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Photos with Santa Claus (Drop-in; May need to wait) in Georgetown?
Free, registration required. Photos with Santa Claus (Drop-in; May need to wait) is on Sunday, December 6, 2026, 2 to 3:30 pm at Scott County Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Free Holiday Family Photo in Lexington?
Free, registration. Free Holiday Family Photo is on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 4:30 to 6:30 pm at Tates Creek Branch, Lexington Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Holiday Hootenanny in Lexington?
Free. Holiday Hootenanny is on Wed December 9 and Wed December 16, 2026, 5:30 to 6:30 pm at Tates Creek Branch, Lexington Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Early Readers Book Club: Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan in Lexington?
Free. Early Readers Book Club: Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan is on Monday, December 14, 2026, 3:30 to 4:30 pm at Eastside Branch, Lexington Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Nat'l Ugly Christmas Sweater Day: Ugly Sweater Crafts (Families) in Georgetown?
Free. Nat'l Ugly Christmas Sweater Day: Ugly Sweater Crafts (Families) is on Friday, December 18, 2026 to Sunday, December 20, 2026 (drop in during library hours, Friday to Sunday), 10 am to 6 pm at Scott County Public Library, Story Barn. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Winter Wonderland Dance Party! in Lexington?
Free. Winter Wonderland Dance Party! is on Friday, December 18, 2026, 11 am to noon at Beaumont Branch, Lexington Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Lexington, KY?
Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Lexington, KY Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.
