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Southern Lights Kentucky Horse Park 2026

Dates checked 4 Nov 2026

Lexington's long-running drive-through show, now in its 33rd year, takes cars past more than a million lights across the Kentucky Horse Park. A Holiday Village along the way has photos with Santa, model trains and an animal area.

DatesNovember 27 to December 31, 2026
Open DaysClosed Fri, Dec 25
HoursEvery night 5:30 pm to 10 pm
TicketsTicket needed. $35 per carload, online in advance or at the ticket booth (2026)
TypeDrive-through light show
LengthOver a million lights
WhereKentucky Horse Park, north of Lexington off I-75, 4089 Iron Works Pike, Lexington, KY 40511

Checked on Kentucky Horse Park, November 4, 2026. Buy tickets from the organizer's own site.

Where Is Southern Lights Kentucky Horse Park?

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Questions About Southern Lights Kentucky Horse Park

When is Southern Lights Kentucky Horse Park open in 2026?

November 27 to December 31, 2026. Closed Fri, Dec 25. Hours: Every night 5:30 pm to 10 pm.

How much are tickets for Southern Lights Kentucky Horse Park?

Ticket needed. $35 per carload, online in advance or at the ticket booth (2026). Prices as published by the organizer for 2026.

Is Southern Lights Kentucky Horse Park a drive-through?

Yes: you stay in your car and drive the route.

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