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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 & Frankfort-Georgetown territories December 6, 2024

Louisville Mega Cavern: Lights Under Louisville

  Louisville, KY

  • Drive your own vehicle through the MEGA Cavern to experience a 30 minute ride through part of our 17 miles of underground passageways.
  • November 8th through January 4th 2025
  • Daily 9:30am-10:00pm
  • Get Tickets here


Christmas on the Farm at Ashford Acres Inn (Cynthiana)

  Cynthiana, KY

Dec. 21st - 22nd


Christmas at Mustard Seed Hill

  Millersburg, KY

Happening Dec. 7th - 23rd

Christmas at Mustard Seed Hill is a spectacular holiday tradition. This year’s programming includes our breathtaking Light Display, Gingerbread House Exhibit, Artisans Market, Holiday Tent and Cafe, Christmas Campfire & Igloo Reservations, Nativity Carriage Rides, Holiday Homes Tour, Live Music, and more


KY Railroad Museum Train Rides with Santa 

  New Haven, KY

Santa Claus Express, Polar Express, Brunch with Santa


The Reindeer Farm

  Bowling Green, KY 

Tours, activities, reindeer encounters, visits with Santa






Christmas Time 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!

ChristmasTime will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on November 29, 2024–January 4, 2025, Tuesday through Saturday on select days (see the green days on the calendar


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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