Family events in Toledo · December 2026
Everything family-friendly on the Toledo calendar for December 2026.
Louisville Cardinals Men's Basketball vs. University of Texas Longhorns Men's Basketball
Watch the Louisville Cardinals take on Texas Longhorns at KFC Yum! Center.
Hip-Hop Shakespeare
Fresh take on Shakespeare's sonnets and verses reimagined with modern hip-hop beats.
Recipes to Share @ Charlestown
Recipes to Share @ Charlestown at Charlestown Meeting Room
Sellersburg Holiday Craft
Make holiday crafts at your library—perfect for kids who love hands-on creative fun.
Borden Tween Lego Club
LEGO building club where tweens create projects and connect with friends.
Nutcracker Family Storytime with Louisville Ballet
Louisville Ballet reads Nutcracker and performs for kids in St. Matthews.
High Performance Homebuilding Lecture Series with Ted Cummings
High Performance Homebuilding Lecture Series with Ted Cummings at Meeting Room A at Clarksville Library
Sellersburg Teen Inklings
Sellersburg Teen Inklings at Sellersburg Meeting Room
Handel's Messiah
Louisville Orchestra performs Handel's timeless Messiah, featuring the iconic Hallelujah Chorus.
Lights on Main Late Night
Browse 80 beautifully decorated Christmas trees on Main Street through January 3.
Speed Social: Connect + Sketch
Art and sketch social at Speed Art Museum.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour in Louisville
Handel's Messiah
Grammy-worthy holiday classic: Louisville Orchestra performs Handel's beloved Messiah.
Romantasy Book Club
Romantasy Book Club at Charlestown Meeting Room
Roots & Rhythm Tour
Gospel tour celebrating extraordinary voices and spiritual music at St. Stephen Baptist Church.
Christmas Trivia Night
Test your holiday movie and music trivia at Charlestown Family Activities Park.
Yuletide 2026: Friday, December 4, 5p ticket – Ugly Sweaters Weekend
Yuletide celebration with festive ugly-sweater fun at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens.
Free Christmas concert and singalong
Free holiday concert and singalong at Floyd County Library featuring local high school and community choirs.
Raíces y Ritmos
Raíces y Ritmos with DJ Seizure & Hermanos Latin Groove at Old Forester's Paristown Hall
Josephine at Speed Cinema
Film screening at Speed Art Museum in Louisville.
Yuletide 2026: Friday, December 4, 6:30p ticket – Ugly Sweaters Weekend
Yuletide celebration with festive ugly-sweater fun at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens.
Country Christmas
Old-time Christmas at Blackacre with horse-drawn sleigh rides and Santa—a homestead holiday tradition.
49th Annual Old Louisville Holiday Home Tour
Tour ornate Victorian mansions decked for the holidays in historic Old Louisville.
Beary Happy Holidays (2026)
Holiday fun at Louisville Zoo with festive décor and animal encounters.
December Birthday Bash
Celebrate December birthdays with special activities at Louisville Zoo.
Vera Rubin: A Legacy of Time and Space
Evening stargazing program honoring astronomer Vera Rubin at Bernheim.
Colors of Nature
Nature art experience exploring the colors and textures of the seasons.
Light Up St. Matthews
St. Matthews' signature holiday celebration with festive activities for the whole family.
Yuletide 2026: Saturday, December 5, 5p ticket – Ugly Sweaters Weekend
Celebrate the holidays in your ugliest sweater at Yuletide 2026 in Crestwood.
Brunch with the Grinch at High Stakes Rooftop
Meet the Grinch at a festive holiday brunch in Who-ville-themed setting.
MakerPlace Workshop: Stained Glass Snowflake
Create a stained glass snowflake with soldering skills at Kentucky Science Center.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Heartwarming holiday play "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" kicks off the season.
Light Up Louisville
Downtown Louisville transforms into a festive winter wonderland for the season kickoff.
Wreath-Making Class
Create a beautiful holiday wreath with fresh greenery, cones, and berries led by Master Gardeners.
ECO Kids Discovery Day
Hands-on discovery day at Bernheim Arboretum exploring nature and ecology.
Santa's Workshop & Holiday Market
Family holiday event with Santa meet-and-greet and festive marketplace shopping.
Copy of Brunch with the Grinch at High Stakes Rooftop
Copy of Brunch with the Grinch at High Stakes Rooftop in Louisville
Mid America Comic Con
Family-friendly comic con celebrating comics, movies, anime, and pop culture at Kentucky Expo.
Polar Express Family Movie Night
Board the Polar Express on the big screen for holiday magic at Kentucky Science Center.
Magic Inc. presents Nutcracker In A Nutshell
Magic Inc.'s inventive take on Nutcracker at the historic Louisville Palace.
Made Market Louisville Holiday Market
Holiday market featuring handmade goods from local makers at Mellwood Arts Center Louisville.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Christmas Craft Bazaar
30+ vendors sell unique holiday gifts, crafts, and baked goods.
Yule Cat Cruise
Cruise the river with the Yule Cat, festive vendors, and adoptable cats.
Let’s Move It: An Interpretive Health Hike
Let’s Move It: An Interpretive Health Hike at Meet at Visitor Center
Yuletide 2026: Saturday, December 5, 6:30p ticket – Ugly Sweaters Weekend
Free holiday celebration at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens with festive ugly-sweater fun.
Speed Chat Spot
Interactive museum tour at Speed Art Museum—ask curators about art on display.
Nature (+) Crochet Snowflake Ornament
Crochet snowflake ornaments in the garden at Bernheim Arboretum.
Holiday Open House
Holiday celebration at Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest Visitor Center.
SOLD OUT: Holiday Wreath Making – Saturday, December 5, 10a
Make a festive wreath at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens' holiday workshop.
Light Up Georgetown
Light display and photos with Santa—a small-town holiday tradition.
WWE Holiday Live Tour
WWE superstars bring holiday entertainment to KFC Yum! Center.
Brunch Envy: Repeal Day Edition
Brunch Envy: Repeal Day Edition at Angel's Envy Distillery
Oxmoor Holiday Teas
Elegant holiday tea experience with handcrafted teas, treats, and seasonal entertainment at Oxmoor Farm.
Caufield's Holiday Nightmare
Spooky holiday-themed attraction at Caufield's Inc. with 80+ holiday displays.
Candy Cane Course
Family-friendly holiday 5K and kids dash in a scenic park setting.
Big Band Christmas
Big Band Christmas recreates 1946 Louisville holiday music with Derby City Jazz Orchestra.
Spirits of Christmas: Victorian Ghost Storytelling
Gather by the fireplace for Victorian ghost stories and hot chocolate on Christmas Eve.
The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical
Hilarious musical parody celebrating holiday movie clichés and Hallmark charm.
Movie Night: Dolly Parton's Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love
Cozy holiday film screening + community giving: watch Dolly's heartwarming Christmas story & donate winter gear.
Matisyahu: Festival of Lights
Matisyahu performs at Festival of Lights—music and holiday celebration.
Louisville Cardinals Womens Basketball vs. Eastern Kentucky Colonels Womens Basketball
Louisville Cardinals face Eastern Kentucky in women's college basketball.
Holiday Open House
Hunt for Grinch clues, win prizes, and enjoy holiday cheer at Clarksville Peddlers Mall.
Scribner House Christmas Open House & Tea
Tour New Albany's oldest home, enjoy parlor music, tea, and treats at Scribner House's holiday open house.
Holiday Open House
Holiday-decorated mansion tour with treats, music, and festive family fun.
Matisyahu Festival of Lights
Hanukkah-themed musical performance by Matisyahu bringing festive celebration to families.
Christmas Bazaar and Open House
Holiday bazaar with local artisans at the historic Howard Steamboat Museum.
First Sunday Nature Hike
A monthly guided walk through Bernheim's trails on the first Sunday.
Masterclass Monday: Drumming with River City Drum Corp
Free educational drumming workshop with River City Drum Corps—learn rhythm and percussion for all ages.
Holiday Dinner and Trivia
Holiday Dinner and Trivia at St. Matthews
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
The magical Nutcracker ballet—a holiday tradition bringing enchantment and artistry to the stage.
Angel’s Envy Holiday Open House
Angel’s Envy Holiday Open House at Angel's Envy Distillery
You Pick Em' Barrel Selection with Copper & Kings
You Pick Em' Barrel Selection with Copper & Kings in Louisville
Midweek Nature Stroll
Relaxed midweek nature walk through the Sensory Garden at Bernheim.
Acoustic Jam 2026 presented by 97.5 WAMZ
Acoustic Jam 2026 presented by 97.5 WAMZ at The Louisville Palace
Lights on Main Homeschool Day
Homeschool winter day with 80 decorated trees, scavenger hunts, crafts, games & face painting.
Derby in December
Celebrate Derby tradition with free family activities at the Kentucky Derby Museum.
Holiday Wreath Making: Date Night Edition!
Holiday Wreath Making: Date Night Edition! at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens
Forest Homeschool Hike
Family forest hike designed for homeschooling families at Bernheim.
Painting with the Padre: The Post Impressionist Imagination: Artists of the Early 20th Century
Painting with the Padre: The Post Impressionist Imagination: Artists of the Early 20th Century at Franciscan Arts & Earth Care Initiatives
Ink at Speed Cinema
Ink at Speed Cinema in Louisville
Candle Making Experience - 1808 Candle Company
Create your own custom wooden candle vessel at 1808 Candle Company.
Christmas Gift and Decor Show
Free admission to 750 booths of holiday crafts, décor, gifts, and jewelry at Kentucky Exposition Center.
The Brown-Forman Nutcracker
Classic holiday ballet at Kentucky Center — a timeless family tradition with stunning sets and dancers.
Yuletide 2026: Friday, December 11, 5p ticket – Holiday Characters Weekend
Holiday celebration with costumed characters at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens—free.
The Brown-Forman Nutcracker
Kentucky Performing Arts brings the classic Nutcracker to life with an enchanting cast and spectacular magic.
Yuletide 2026: Friday, December 11, 6:30p ticket – Holiday Characters Weekend
Meet holiday characters among the botanical gardens at Yew Dell's Yuletide celebration (free).
Winter Tree Mysteries
Winter nature walk teaching tree identification through bare branches and bark.
Treats from Santa
Meet Santa at Vintage Fire Museum and get a photo, gift, and treat.
Dexter and The Moonrocks
Dexter and The Moonrocks at Old Foresters Paristown Hall
Little Learners Family Camp
Monthly early-childhood STEAM camp (10–11am) at Kentucky Science Center.
Holiday Wreath Making – Saturday, December 12, 10a
Create your own festive wreath at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens this December morning.
Breakfast with Santa
Festive breakfast and meet-and-greet with Santa at Endris Lodge—a classic holiday tradition for the whole family.
Yuletide 2026: Saturday, December 12, 6:30p ticket – Holiday Characters Weekend
Meet holiday characters at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens' free Yuletide celebration on Saturday evening.
Cousin Eddie Costume Contest & Movie Night "Christmas Vacation"
Costume contest and screening of Christmas Vacation at Charlestown Family Activities Park.
Become a Birding Citizen Scientist
Contribute to real bird research by learning citizen-science birding techniques.
Speed Family: Film + Fun
Family film screening and activities at Speed Art Museum.
Sellersburg Christmas Craft Market
7th Annual holiday craft market celebrating the season with local vendors.
Yuletide 2026: Saturday, December 12, 5p ticket – Holiday Characters Weekend
Meet holiday characters at Yew Dell's festive Yuletide celebration amid beautiful botanical gardens.
Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson
Candlelit tribute to Michael Jackson's music at Kentucky Science Center.
Lights on Main Family Day presented by Amazon
Families celebrate the holidays with 80 decorated Christmas trees at the Frazier Museum.
Live Music at The Depot with The Marshall Sanborn Band
Live music, warm drinks & holiday lights at Charlestown Family Activities Park with train rides.
Louisville Water Tower & WaterWorks Museum Tour
Tour a 165-year-old water tower and museum showcasing Louisville's water innovation history.
A Charlie Brown Christmas - Live on Stage
Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the Peanuts gang come alive on stage in this beloved holiday classic.
FREE History Lecture Series: Riverfront Reflections
FREE History Lecture Series: Riverfront Reflections at PlayPort Event Building
Louisville Cardinals Womens Basketball vs. Miami Hurricanes Women's Basketball
Louisville Cardinals women's basketball vs. Miami Hurricanes at KFC Yum! Center.
Mark O'Connor's Appalachian Christmas featuring Maggie O'Connor
Festive bluegrass and Americana holiday concert with Mark O'Connor and Maggie O'Connor.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Acrobatic holiday spectacular blending circus arts with festive music and magic.
Filth / Narcotic Wasteland
Filth / Narcotic Wasteland at Mag Bar
Holiday Wreath Making: Wassail and Wine Edition!
Holiday Wreath Making: Wassail and Wine Edition! at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens
Historic Fire Tower Tour
Climb a historic fire tower at Bernheim Arboretum for panoramic views.
Louisville Cardinals Men's Basketball vs. Long Island University Sharks Men's Basketball
NCAA Division I men's basketball—Cardinals vs. Sharks at KFC Yum!
Volunteer Orientation
Volunteer Orientation at Research Building
Louisville Cardinals Womens Basketball vs. Northern Kentucky Norse Womens Basketball
Watch Louisville Cardinals women's basketball take on Northern Kentucky at KFC Yum! Center.
Cirque Dreams Holidaze
Cirque Dreams Holidaze dazzles with breathtaking acrobatics and holiday magic for the entire family.
Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
Vivaldi's Four Seasons performed by candlelight at the elegant Brown Hotel in Louisville.
Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
Candlelit Christmas carol performance at The Brown Hotel's Crystal Ballroom.
Earthquake
Earthquake at Louisville Comedy Club
Yuletide 2026: Friday, December 18, 5p ticket – Victorian Ghostly Characters Weekend
Meet Victorian characters at a spooky holiday garden experience at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens.
Yuletide 2026: Friday, December 18, 6:30p ticket – Victorian Ghostly Characters Weekend
Meet Victorian characters at a spooky holiday garden experience at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens.
Canticles of Christmas
The Louisville Chorus performs carols and sacred canticles by candlelight at the Cathedral of the Assumption.
Matthew West Come Home For Christmas Live On Tour
Holiday concert tour by Christian artist Matthew West at The Louisville Palace.
Louisville Cardinals Men's Basketball vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles Men's Basketball
Watch Louisville Cardinals men's basketball take on Eastern Michigan at KFC Yum! Center.
Elf Movie
Watch *Elf* on a giant 4-story screen at Kentucky Science Center—holiday magic on the big screen.
Visit Santa at Uncommon Cups and Cones
Free meet-and-greet with Santa at Uncommon Cups and Cones; bring your camera for photos.
Yuletide 2026: Saturday, December 19, 6:30p ticket – Victorian Ghostly Characters Weekend
Victorian-themed evening walk at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens with ghostly characters—free admission.
Cruise-e-oke
Sing your heart out on a river cruise down the Ohio aboard the historic Belle of Louisville.
Georgetown Last Minute Gift Show
Last-minute holiday gift show with local vendors and handmade items.
United Cresent Hill Ministries 30th Santa Sprint & Stroll -a timed 5K
Run or stroll a festive 5K through Cherokee Park in holiday spirit, benefiting United Cresent Hill Ministries.
Yuletide 2026: Saturday, December 19, 5p ticket – Victorian Ghostly Characters Weekend
Victorian-themed holiday evening with ghostly characters at a botanical garden.
Candlelight: Christmas Classics
Candlelit holiday concert with Christmas classics in an awe-inspiring science center setting.
Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Tour 2026
Vienna Light Orchestra brings holiday magic and classical music to Louisville Memorial Auditorium.
Home Alone (1990)
Watch Home Alone (1990) on a giant 4-story OMNIMAX screen.
Canticles of Christmas
Sunday afternoon holiday concert with the Louisville Chorus singing carols and sacred canticles.
Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall at Speed Cinema
Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall at Speed Cinema in Louisville
Speed Together: Explore + Create
Explore art and make a creation at Speed Art Museum.
DJ Blue Suede and Free Photo 360 Booth
Dance, sing, and snap holiday photos at Charlestown Family Activities Park.
Louisville Cardinals Womens Basketball vs. Clemson University Tigers Women's Basketball
Women's college basketball: Louisville Cardinals vs. Clemson Tigers.
Winter Break Camp
Winter break camp for grades 1–5: crafts, movies, traditions & exploration of 80 holiday trees.
Derek Hough Dance For The Holidays
Holiday dance spectacular by Derek Hough at the Louisville Palace.
Live Reindeer and Characters Visit Greenway Park
Meet live reindeer, Santa, and the Grinch at Greenway Park this holiday season—free!
Christmas at The Trail Buffet
Festive Christmas Day buffet at The Trail Hotel with holiday classics and seasonal cheer.
KY Flea Market New Years Spectacular
Free admission to one of the nation's finest flea markets with vendors selling antiques, toys, and collectibles.
Noon Years
Early New Year's celebration with activities & fun (10am–2pm, FREE with admission).
New Year’s Eve 2027
New Year’s Eve 2027 at Howl at the Moon
New Year's Eve at 300 Spring
Ring in New Year's Eve at 300 Spring with live music, appetizers, and a balloon drop.