Illustration of Santa in a red suit sitting in an armchair as a small child shows him a paper list beside a lit fireplace (Light Up Etown Parade and Tree Lighting)

Light Up Etown Parade and Tree Lighting

Spectators can watch an illuminated evening parade travel down Dixie Avenue to Downtown Elizabethtown Square. Following the procession, the celebration continues with Mayor Jeff Gregory reading 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. Guests can then join Santa for Christmas caroling leading up to the official holiday countdown.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

elizabethtownky.org

When

Hours

7:00 PM; the tree-lighting event is after the parade, with no separate time stated.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday-season visitors

Vibe

Festive and communal

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Choose a viewing spot along Dixie Avenue or near Downtown Elizabethtown Square to watch the parade route.
  • Stay after the procession for the tree lighting, story reading, caroling and holiday countdown.
  • If joining the parade, apply with a vehicle entry; walking participants are not permitted after dark.
  • Keep the parade route in mind when choosing where to watch, as the procession travels south along Dixie Avenue.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Santa leads Christmas caroling at the tree-lighting event on December 4.
  • Mayor Jeff Gregory reads “Twas the Night Before Christmas” at the tree-lighting event on December 4.

Links & Contact

Run by City of Elizabethtown

Website / Tickets Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens after the parade?

The celebration continues with a tree lighting, a reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas” by Mayor Jeff Gregory, caroling led by Santa and a holiday countdown.

Where does the parade travel?

It starts at West Dixie Avenue and Saint John Road, travels south on Dixie Avenue and ends at Downtown Elizabethtown Square.

Can people walk as parade participants?

No. For safety, participants must ride on or in a vehicle because visibility is limited after dark.

How can someone take part in the parade?

Vehicle entries are accepting applications; parade participants must ride on or in a vehicle.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

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