Candlelight
November 7-9, 2024
Candlelight Weekend – November 7th – 9th
Times:
5:00 – 8:00 pm Thursday
5:00 – 9:00 pm Friday
3:00 – 8:00 pm Saturday
Candlelight Weekend Presented by Commonwealth Credit Union is our most beloved regional event of the year! Happening the second weekend in November (starting on Thursday), join us as we kick off the holiday season with a magical weekend of festive fun and joy. 
Downtown Frankfort will come alive as we light up the heart of the city, bringing holiday cheer to everyone!
Event Highlights:
The Lighting of the Christmas Tree Ceremony
Life-Size Snow Globe – Step inside for a picture-perfect holiday moment! Sponsored by Commonwealth Credit Union
Horse Carriage Rides (all ages) – Sponsored by Harrod Brothers Funeral Home
Petting Zoo (all ages)
Santa Claus & Holiday Characters for photo ops
Special Holiday Activities & Exclusive Holiday Shopping from downtown businesses
Holiday Music Performances to fill the air with festive tunes
Delicious Food & Drinks to warm you up
Window Decorating Contest – Sponsored by AE Electrical Solutions Holiday Tours at local museums and historical sites
Ugly Sweater Sip & Shop Cocktail Stroll – Shop with your favorite holiday drink in hand while wearing your best ugly holiday sweater!And so much more to make this season bright! 
Mark your calendars, and join us for a weekend of holiday spirit. See you there, Frankfort!
Event Schedule
FREE Shuttle Service : Friday Night 6-8PM
Happy Trails Shuttle
Phone Number 502-369-1760
Thursday, November 7th (5PM-8PM)
- Holiday Booths on St. Clair Street
- Lighting of the Christmas Tree Ceremony – 6PM
- Life-Size Snow Globe on Old State Capitol Lawn
- Petting Zoo on Broadway Street
- Holiday Music playing throughout the streets
- Santa Visits on the Old State Capitol Lawn – 5PM-8PM
- More Holiday Characters with Photo Opportunities
- Downtown Businesses Hosting Various Holiday Activities/Specials/Products
- Window Display Contest (sponsored by AE Electrical Solutions)
- History & Museum Holiday Tours/Activities: Old State Capitol and Capital City Museum
- Capital City Museum – Letters to the North Pole, Holiday Themed Gift Shop featuring local & handmade goodies in addition to Holiday Vendors
- Dried Wreath Workshop Hosted by The Kentucky Flower Market
- Engine House Coffee offering new Holiday Drink menu
- Mini Session on Pottery Wheel Hosted by Broadway Clay
- Old State Capitol Choir Performances Hosted by Kentucky Historical Society – 7-8PM
- The Grinch Appearance and Christmas Tree Milkshakes at Hoggy’s – 7-8:30PM
- Hiriam Community Hall Holiday Open House (free popcorn, hot chocolate, crafts and Special Guest visit
- Festival of Books at The Foundry 3PM-8PM
- Rebecca Ruth Candy Tour 10AM-6PM
- Completely Kentucky offering KY Proud Tastings & Samples and featuring a Kentucky Artist
- Roasting s’mores over firepit at the Kentucky Coffeetree Cafe
- First Presbyterian Church: Annual Gingerbread House, Holiday Vendors, and Food Trucks 5PM-9PM
- Family Tree Consignment – Holiday Open House
- Earth Alchemy New Location Open House – 511 W. Broadway St.
Friday, November 8th (5PM-9PM)
- Horse Carriage Rides (sponsored by Harrod Brothers Funeral Home) – 5PM-8PM
- Ugly Sweater Themed Stroll “Sip & Shop” (sponsored by CCU) 6PM-9PM – Free Shuttle Rides are being offered. Sip & Shop Passports at Various Businesses
- Christmas Caroling by the KSU Choir with Special Guest Mary Jackson 6-8PM
- Ugly Sweater Charcuterie Cups at B’s Bakery
- Santa will be strolling along Broadway & St. Clair Street, greeting kids from 5-8 PM!
- More Holiday Characters with Photo Opportunities
- Downtown Businesses Hosting Various Holiday Activities/Specials/Products
- Window Display Contest (sponsored by AE Electrical Solutions)
- Capital City Museum: Tours, Holiday Themed Gift Shop, Holiday Vendors, Letters to North Pole, and Kids activities lead by Paul Sawyier Library
- Christmas Ceramic Painting Party Hosted by Broadway Clay
- The Grinch Appearance and Christmas Tree Milkshakes at Hoggy’s – 7-8:30PM
- Rebecca Ruth Candy Tour – 10AM-6PM
- Completely Kentucky offering KY Proud Tastings & Samples and featuring a Kentucky Artist
- Holiday Booths on St. Clair Street
- Roasting S’mores over firepit at Kentucky Coffeetree Cafe
- First Presbyterian Church: Annual Gingerbread House, Holiday Vendors, and Food Trucks 5-9PM
- Earth Alchemy New Location Open House – 511 W. Broadway St.
Saturday, November 9th (3PM-8PM)
- Santa Themed Treat Day at B’s Bakery 8AM – 3PM
- Santa will make a special visit at the Farmers Market Kids Day – 8AM-12PM
- Polar Express Pajama Party at the Grand Theatre – 3PM
- Liberty Hall on the Mall: Live Holiday Irish Music Concert on St. Clair performed by na Skylark (sponsored by Liberty Hall) – 6PM-8PM
- Horse Carriage Rides (sponsored by Harrod Brothers Funeral Home) – 5PM-8PM
- Petting Zoo – 5PM-8PM
- Kid’s Glow Party hosted by First Christian Church 5PM-8PM
- Holiday Characters with Photo Opportunities
- Downtown Businesses Hosting Various: Holiday Activities/Specials/Products
- Window Display Contest (sponsored by AE Electrical Solutions)
- Capital City Museum Tours, Holiday Themed Gift Shop, Holiday Vendors, Letters to North Pole, and Kids activities lead by Paul Sawyier Library
- Vintage Christmas Tree Painting Workshop and Clay Gingerbread Workshop Hosted by Broadway Clay
- The Grinch Appearance and Christmas Tree Milkshakes at Hoggy’s – 7-8:30PM
- Rebecca Ruth Candy Tour 10AM-6PM
- Roasting S’mores over firepit at Kentucky Coffeetree Cafe
- Completely Kentucky offering KY Proud Tastings & Samples and featuring a Kentucky Artist
- Earth Alchemy New location Open House – 511 W. Broadway St.
Sponsored By:
Commonwealth Credit Union
