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2024 Santa Sightings in Lexington, KY

A Guide to Festive Encounters and Jolly Moments with Santa Claus in Kentucky

By Julie Tanner: Publisher & Editor of Macaroni KID Lexington & Frankfort-Georgetown territories October 29, 2024

Santa at the Candlelight Weekend

  Frankfort, KY 

Thursday, November 7th - On Old Capitol Lawn from 5-8pm

Friday, November 8th - Strolling along Broadway and St. Clair from 5-8pm

Saturday, November 9th - Saturday morning for the Farmer’s Market Kids Day! (Wilkinson Blvd from 8:30-Noon)


Santa's Wonderland at Cabela's in Hamburg

  Lexington, KY 

November 2nd-December 24th

During your visit, families can mail their letter to Santa and receive free giveaways while supplies last. 

Reserve your spot here


Christmas Bazaar 

  Versailles, KY 

November 9th 9:00am-4:00pm

Come join us for Santa Breakfast and a photo with the big guy! 

This year we will host a Santa’s workshop for children to shop for parents in addition to our Vendor Fair! 

Concessions will be available throughout the day


Holiday Market & Open House + Santa at Woodford Co. Library

  Versailles, KY

November 16th 10am-1pm

Visit with the jolly old elf himself–Santa Claus from 10AM – 1PM


Santa at The Summit

  Lexington, KY 

November 21st-December 24th

Sunday through Friday 11am – 7pm | Saturday 10am – 8pm

Visits and photos may be booked ahead of time below and walk-ins are more than welcome!

(Santa will be located in the building on the Green by the firepit)

Make a reservation here


Holly Day Market

  Lexington, KY 

November 23rd 10am-6pm & November 24th 11am-5pm

Storytime with Santa & Mrs. Claus 1pm – 3pm

Purchase Tickets here


Fayette Mall

  Lexington, KY 

Santa will arrive on Thursday, November 14th

Mon-Thur 11am-7pm
Fri-Sat 11am-8pm
Sun 12pm-6pm

Visits with Santa are free, and digital photos are available for purchase.

Pets Photo Session with Santa:

Mondays: November 18th, 25th, December 2nd, 9th and 16th

Leashed furry friends are welcome to visit Santa and snap a memorable photo on Mondays

Book your visit 


Southern Lights Holiday Village at The Kentucky Horse Park

  Lexington, KY 

November 29 to December 31 (Closed Christmas Day) 5:30pm-10:00pm

The Holiday Village features photos with Santa, Santa’s North Pole Mailbox (where children can drop off their Christmas List), Animal Land, Mini-Train rides, a Bluegrass Miniature Train Display, and the Kentucky Horse Park Gift Shop. Grab a quick snack in the village or sit down for dinner at Tootie’s Peppermint Café to complete your visit.


Photos with Santa at The Amsden (Versailles)

  Versailles, KY 

November 30th 1:00pm-4:00pm

This is a 5 minute reservation for ONE family/group with Santa.

One square polaroid photo AND digital copies will be taken during your time slot.

$35

Book here


Photos with the Grinch at The Amsden (Versailles)

  Versailles, KY 

December 8th 12:00pm-3:00pm

This is a 5 minute reservation for ONE family/group with Santa.

One square polaroid photo AND digital copies will be taken during your time slot.

$35

Book here


Nutcracker inspired Christmas at Hamburg Pavilion 

  Lexington, KY 

Saturday, November 30th & Sunday, December 1st
Saturday, December 7th & Sunday, December 8th
Saturday, December 14th & Sunday, December 15th
Saturday, December 21st & Sunday, December 22nd

Saturdays: 10 AM - 2 PM
Sundays: 12 PM - 4 PM

Free photographs with Santa Claus every weekend leading up to Christmas!

(bring your own camera/phone to capture magical moments)

Santa Claus will be there both Saturdays and Sundays

FREE Face-Painting on Saturdays: 10AM - 12PM

Meet and greet with the Sugar Plum Fairy on Saturdays: 10AM - 2PM

Free Horse & Carriage Rides on Sundays: 1PM - 3PM (pick up and drop off at our gazebo next to Ted's Montana Grill)


5th Annual Christmas Bazaar at Jack Kain Ford

  Versailles, KY

Saturday, December 7th 10:30am-1:30pm

Kids, Adults and Pets can have their picture made with Santa Kenny


Illuminated Evenings at Shaker Village 

   Harrodsburg, KY

Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus, Elf Shop, Bonfires & Hot Drink Stations, Special Holiday Music

Saturday, December 7, 14 & 21, 2024 | 4-8:00 p.m.


Christmas Market at The Oaks + Mercantile Coffee & Feed 

  Nicholsville, KY

Meet Santa and capture those memorable photos with him
December 14th from 1 PM to 5 PM


Pink Santa at Olive's Apron 

  Lexington, KY 

It's almost that time!

Reservations for our third annual Pink Santa event will open on November 1st!

Details here


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 2024 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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