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Holiday Travel Destinations Near Lexington, KY

Discover Enchanting Getaways Just a Short Drive from the Bluegrass City

By Julie Tanner: Publisher & Editor of Macaroni KID Lexington November 21, 2023

Louisville Mega Cavern: Lights Under Louisville

  • Drive your own vehicle through the MEGA Cavern to experience a 30 minute ride through part of our 17 miles of underground passageways.
  • November 10th through January 1st 2024
  • Daily 9:30am-10:00pm
  • Get Tickets here use code LUL8 to receive $8 off online tickets

Midway Sip then Shop

Santa arrives by Train Midway

Lighting of the Trace & Visit with Santa (Frankfort, KY)

Holiday Lights at Buffalo Trace Distillery (Frankfort, KY)

KY Railroad Museum Brunch with Santa (New Haven, KY) 

Reindeer Farm (Bowling Green, KY)
Kentucky’s FIRST Reindeer Farm OPEN to the public! 

Christmas Event at The Ark Encounter (Williamstown, KY)

  • Bring the family for an unforgettable evening of festive lights, live music/shows, holiday dining, gift shopping, and more at the life-size Noah’s Ark during this free Kentucky Christmas event!
  • November 24th-December 30th | 5:00-8:30p 

We will continue to update our Macaroni KID Lexington, KY Holiday Guide with events as they are posted, so check back often!

Do you know of a 2023 family-friendly holiday event or attraction in Lexington, KY that isn't listed here? Please submit your event here and we will add it to our Macaroni KID Lexington Holiday Handbook!


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