Must-See Holiday Events in ShelbyKY

An annual tradition that fills attendees with holiday cheer, hundreds of people will flock to Shelbyville’s historic Main Street for this delightful celebration on Saturday, November 8 from 3:00 - 8:00 PM. Enjoy over 100 vendor booths selling a variety of goods, a plethora of food trucks, Santa’s workshop, trolley rides, and live music before the main event - the tree lighting - takes place at 6:30 PM.

Santa and Mrs. Claus hope to be joined by you and your family on Saturday, November 15 at The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass. The merry couple will arrive via a beautiful horse-drawn carriage to light up a tree that stands 32 feet tall! You’ll also be able to get free photos with them, while meeting other famous figures like the Grinch, Cindy Lou from Whoville, and the life-size Polo Ralph Lauren Teddy Bear. 

All the while, enjoy musical performances from the Bluegrass Robotic Club, The Rockin’ Cowboys and The Showbiz Kids. Free Ghirardelli hot chocolate will be available, as will face painting, and an interactive LEGO build-and-play zone.

Admittance is free to this shopping extravaganza takes place on Saturday, November 22 from 10 AM - 3 PM. The first 25 shoppers will receive coupons upon entry! Over 60 artisans will be on-hand to choose from while you enjoy hot cocoa, coffee and yummy treats from multiple food trucks. 

Expand your horizons on Saturday, November 29 from 1 - 5 PM by enjoying music and dances from River Lotus Lion Dance, the Natya Kendra Dance Academy, Mariachi Alegre, and Yapa Global Sound Collective. This immersive sensory experience will fill you with energy and provide you with a new kind of holiday cheer. 

Starting on December 4, there will be eight presentations of the Irving Berlin classic until the final performance on December 14. Based on the 1954 Paramount Pictures film, you’ll feel the magic of Christmas through the story of two World War II Veterans becoming a song-and-dance duo, helping their general and his struggling Vermont Inn, and finding love along the way.

Mrs. Claus takes some time out of her busy December schedule to pay another visit to ShelbyKY and share stories on Saturday, December 6 from noon - 1PM. Thanks to the Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass and the Shelby County Public Library, each child who attends will receive a free book-themed gift bag. There will be games on-hand as well! 

On Saturday, December 13 and Saturday, December 20, you’re invited to get tickets for these celebrations at Wakefield-Scearce Gallery at Science Hill. Last year, the one and only edition quickly sold out, so now there are two opportunities to get in on the fun! When guests arrive in the courtyard, they’ll be served sparkling tea in champagne flutes. The traditional tea service begins promptly at 1:00 PM which will include loose-leaf teas, sandwiches, baked goods, and sweets. 

Guests will be seated to fill table arrangements of 4, 6 and 8 people. If you have a seating preference, you will be able to note your request on the ticket form, or you can contact Kimberly at Kim@sosforaddictions.org. There are also special two-person tables available if you wish to acquire a private seating arrangement. Attending this event and others at Science Hill directly supports their mission of providing recovery addiction programs in the area.