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A growing selection across 15 Kentucky towns, not a complete statewide calendar. Each listing shows its source and manual check date. Check the organizer again before traveling.

2 listings with upcoming or current dates · Sorted by start date

Nov 16, 2026throughJan 4, 2027Ashland, KYSeason window; check operating dates

Holiday lights · Festival

Ashland Winter Wonderland of Lights

Explore a holiday-light season across Central Park and downtown Ashland. Train rides and Santa visits run on selected dates rather than every display night.

Where: Central Park and downtown Ashland, Kentucky
Admission: Display admission not confirmed. The organizer lists optional train rides at $4 per person.
Before you go: Displays are listed from dusk to 10 p.m. Sunday–Thursday and dusk to 11 p.m. Friday–Saturday. Verify the separate activity calendar.

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Dates and notes checked Oct 15, 2026. Calendar downloads are reminders and do not update automatically.

Nov 24, 2026Ashland, KY

Holiday lights · Event

Ashland Christmas Parade

Choose a single evening for Ashland’s Christmas parade during its Winter Wonderland season. The organizer lists a 7 p.m. start downtown.

Where: Downtown Ashland, Kentucky
Admission: Admission price not confirmed. Check the organizer before making plans.
Before you go: Confirm the parade route, street closures and viewing access. Train rides and Santa visits have separate schedules.

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Dates and notes checked Oct 15, 2026. Calendar downloads are reminders and do not update automatically.

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For more options, visit Kentucky Tourism's statewide calendar.