Some Ways to Ring in the Holidays in Kentucky
State Wide
Family, music, stories, and tradition – all are words that come to mind when thinking about the holidays. From bluegrass to chorus, classical to country and pop to rock - Kentucky has it all. Choose one (or more!) of these musical performances to help your family ring in the holidays and get you in the holiday spirit.
Santa's Symphony Spectacular in Louisville
The Louisville Orchestra is offering a special holiday performance, “Santa's Symphony Spectacular,” at The Kentucky Center on December 14.
You will be in for a heartwarming program featuring the greatest holiday hits that have become timeless classics. From beloved carols to festive favorites, this concert will fill your heart with the spirit of the season. Whether you’re young or young at heart, Santa’s Symphony Spectacular is a concert that brings families and friends together to celebrate the joy and wonder of the holidays through music. For ticket information, click here.
A Cozy Christmas with the Queen City Cabaret at the Carnegie in Covington
The historic Carnegie in Covington will be alive with the Christmas spirit December 6-7 as the Queen City Cabaret puts on its holiday program. The Cincinnati-based arts organization and musical duo that brings captivating performances of vintage jazz and pop to venues across the midwest and beyond. More information is available here.
Billie Jean Osborne’s Kentucky Opry in Prestonsburg
Billie Jean Osborne’s Kentucky Opry, a crowd-favorite Christmas show, returns to the Mountain Arts Center in Prestonsburg for the holiday season. Shows will be December 14, 15, 21, 22 and 23. The cast will perform beloved carols, themed chart-toppers, and sacred hymns in this seasonal spectacle. More information can be found on the Kentucky Opry's events page.
The Perfect Gift Christmas Tour in Owensboro
In western Kentucky, check out the Lanham Brothers Christmas Jamboree concert at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Owensboro on December 14.
An Old Kentucky Christmas Carol Tour in Bardstown
Even if you’ve visited My Old Kentucky Home before, their Christmas show is one you won’t want to miss. The talented cast will perform Charles Dickens’ novel, “A Christmas Carol,” the classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his journey to discover the true meaning of Christmas. The ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future will be on hand to lead you through the mansion’s decked halls and to perform Christmas songs. The musical tour will be offered December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21. Tours wrap up with cookies and cider in the carriage house, where you can meet Santa and take photos with his sleigh. More information can be found at here.