Luminate Lexington Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Festival
Visitors gather in Triangle Park to watch Lexington’s Christmas Tree and Hanukkah Menorah illuminate the heart of downtown. The lighting celebration includes community performances and festive holiday cheer.
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Plan Your Visit
When
Hours
Lighting program beginning at approximately 6 p.m.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Lexington
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Come for the Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade, because this year it leads straight into the tree and menorah lighting in Triangle Park.
- Watch for Santa Claus in the parade, along with bands and floats, before heading to Triangle Park for the lighting.
- Organizations that want to march should submit the 2026 parade application, which is now open for groups.
- Dress warmly, because you'll spend a December evening outdoors downtown for both the parade and the lighting.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this year, the Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade and the Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Festival are combined into one evening, with the lighting right after the parade.
Links & Contact
Run by Downtown Lexington Partnership
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at the lighting?
Lexington's Christmas Tree and Hanukkah Menorah are lit in the heart of downtown, with community performances.
Is there anything else on the same evening?
Yes. This year the Downtown Lexington Holiday Parade comes first, with organizations, bands, floats and Santa Claus. The tree and menorah lighting follows right after.
Can my organization march in the parade?
Yes. The 2026 parade application is open to interested organizations.
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