Holiday Family Fun
Looking for Santa or holiday fun in Frankfort? Here’s a few events coming up!
Sharing is Caring
December 7, 11am-1pm
Kentucky State University
There will be prizes, gifts, pizza, games and more! Please join us! Open to all families- focusing on kids Kindergarten through fifth grade.
Joy Full- Gratitude Gathering
December 8, 5-8pm
Josephine Sculpture Park
You’re invited to Joy Full, Josephine Sculpture Park’s 2nd annual year-end gratitude gathering in the event barn! Celebrate JSP volunteers, visitors, partners, and donors at this free, family-friendly night with the arts, nature, and community.
Create community fiber artworks with Yes Arts and Little Loomhouse. Bring your instrument and share a song at the jam session (5-6pm), then get your groove on with DJ Always (6:30-8pm). Warm up around the bonfires and enjoy a fire performance by The Flaming Femme (6-6:30pm). Explore the night sky with Starpointe Astronomy’s Dan Price, and take a stroll in the park after dark. Savor fall teas and hot chocolate plus delicious pizza from Cheese Luis (for purchase) with new and familiar friends.
Frankfort Christmas Parade
December 7, 6:30pm
Downtown Frankfort
The City of Frankfort is thrilled to announce the return of the 76th Annual Frankfort Christmas Parade, hosted by Seven Mountains Media’s stations: Froggy Country 104.9–101.7, Passport Radio 103.7–102.1, and Pop Radio 93.5.
This year’s parade, presented by Commonwealth Credit Union, will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, starting at 6:30 p.m. from Commonwealth Credit Union on High Street.
Treats with Santa and Friends
December 10, 5-7pm
Who’s making a pit stop at the Fire Department? It’s the big guy himself—Santa! Bring your holiday spirit (and your sweet tooth) on December 10 for Treats with Santa & Friends. Don’t miss it!
Delicate Snowflakes – Hand Building Workshop
December 14, 9:30am-11am
Broadway Clay
Create your own Delicate Snowflakes with the help of our studio instructor. You will be able to create 5 snowflakes. Our handbuilding workshops are a great way to be introduced to clay. The class begins with a demo, followed by guided instruction.
Santa and The Grinch Visit
December 14, 11am-1pm
Expree Credit Union
Come experience the holiday spirit at Expree. Santa and the Grinch will be available for photos. Children will also enjoy snacks and crafts.
Christmas Market Craft Fair
December 14 at 9am-3pm
202 Medical Heights Drive
Come and shop, see Santa and the Grinch and of course an Elf or two. We have a full venue of local and new out of town vendors from Central Kentucky. Perfect day for a treat or two. Bring the kids for pics with our real beard Santa. His laugh is the perfect Kris Kringle.
Grinch Event: An Afternoon in Whoville
December 14, 12pm-3pm
Westridge Elementary School
Join us for our annual Grinch event and make plans to visit Whoville!!
Santa at Wilson Nurseries
December 14 + 15
Wilson Nurseries
Get ready, ’cause Santa Claus is coming to town — frankfort, that is — along with Mrs. Claus and Prancer (our favorite reindeer). This is the ultimate opportunity for kids to sit for a minute with the Big Guy to share and believe.
Frankfort Police Department Christmas Movie
December 22 at 2pm
Grand Theatre
Attention Frankfort residents! The Frankfort Police Department, along with a special guest, Santa Claus, are hosting an afternoon movie event at the Grand Theater 
on December 22, 2024, at 2:00 pm. Join us for a festive afternoon of holiday cheer and entertainment.
Spirited Nights at Buffalo Trace Distillery
December, Multiple Dates
Buffalo Trace Distillery
Immerse yourself in the magic of the season at Buffalo Trace Distillery! Stroll through dazzling new light displays, sip on treats from the hot chocolate bar and enjoy festive photo opportunities. Extend your holiday shopping hours while experiencing the Distillery in a whole new way.
Admission: Tickets are free but required for entry.
Come celebrate the season with us—this walk-through experience is not to be missed!