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Christmas Lights in Nicholasville, KY
The top places to see Christmas lights in Nicholasville this season are Illuminated Evenings at Shaker Village (Dec 5 – Dec 19), Legendary Festival of Lights (Nov 20 – Jan 2) and Southern Lights Holiday Festival (Nov 27 – Dec 31). We've mapped 1 display in Nicholasville and 10 more nearby (3 parades, 2 tree lightings, 2 walk-thrus). 7 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Nicholasville (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Nicholasville: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Nicholasville?
Popular picks this season include Illuminated Evenings at Shaker Village (Dec 5 – Dec 19), Legendary Festival of Lights (Nov 20 – Jan 2), Southern Lights Holiday Festival (Nov 27 – Dec 31) and Southern Lights Stroll (Nov 21 – Nov 21). In all, 11 displays are mapped in and around Nicholasville, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Nicholasville?
Free options include St. Nich Fest Parade, Danville Tree Lighting, Winchester Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting and Light Up Lex. 7 of the 11 displays near Nicholasville are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Nicholasville?
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 Nicholasville?
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 Nicholasville?
The earliest Nicholasville-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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