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Christmas Lights in Lexington, KY
The top places to see Christmas lights in Lexington this season are Southern Lights Holiday Festival (Nov 27 – Dec 31), Legendary Festival of Lights (Nov 20 – Jan 2) and Illuminated Evenings at Shaker Village (Dec 5 – Dec 19). We've mapped 7 displays in Lexington and 4 more nearby (4 parades, 2 drive-thrus, 2 walk-thrus). 7 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Lexington (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Lexington: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Lexington?
Popular picks this season include Southern Lights Holiday Festival (Nov 27 – Dec 31), Legendary Festival of Lights (Nov 20 – Jan 2), Illuminated Evenings at Shaker Village (Dec 5 – Dec 19) and Southern Lights Stroll (Nov 21 – Nov 21). In all, 11 displays are mapped in and around Lexington, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Lexington?
Free options include Light Up Lex, A Kentucky Christmas at Ashland Tree Lighting, Lexington Holiday Parade and Tree & Menorah Lighting and Triangle Park Holiday Light Installation. 7 of the 11 displays near Lexington are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Lexington?
Yes. Southern Lights Holiday Festival ($35 per carload) and Light Up Lex (Free). Drive-thru shows usually charge per car, and buying tickets online ahead of time is often faster.
Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Lexington?
Yes. Light Up Lex. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Lexington?
The earliest Lexington-area displays turn on Nov 20, and most are running by the weekend after Thanksgiving. Many stay lit through New Year's; check each display's page for its exact dates and nightly hours.
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