LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE)—The city of Louisville is only days away from one of its annual holiday traditions. Since 1980, people have been gathering downtown to celebrate Light Up Louisville. It’s a free event that kicks off the holiday season in the city.
On Wednesday, Nov. 20, Mayor Craig Greenberg held his weekly presser discussing what the city is doing to prepare for the popular event. Light Up Louisville will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
This year’s event will feature a drone show. Greenberg said there will be over 200 drones with a holiday-themed show. There will also be a holiday video mapping show at Metro Hall.
“It’s going to be bigger and better than before,” Greenberg said.
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Time of Events
- 6 p.m. Lots of Lights Parade
- 7:30 p.m. Video Mapping @ Metro Hall and Drone Show
- 8 p.m. Santa Arrives
“Come see our amazing parade, take photos with very important celebrities like Santa and Mrs. Claus, Cindy Lou Who, and the Grinch Over at Santa’s House,” Greenberg said. “We’re going to have craft stations for kids, face painting, active heroes holiday card station for veterans, and live music and entertainment throughout the evening.”
The Vendor Village will take place on 6th and Jefferson Streets, featuring local food and craft vendors selling holiday goods. The Downtown Holiday Market will take place at 4th and Jefferson Streets, in the Aegon Plaza and surrounding areas from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
“It’s going to be a wonderful celebration,” Greenberg said.
The Main Stage will be located in front of Metro Hall on Jefferson Street and the Jingle Stage will be found in Jefferson Square Park.
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