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Upcoming Events
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9th Annual Howl-i-day Special
December 16, 2025
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Details
9th Annual Howliday Special – Adoption Event
Now through December 20Hardin County Animal Care and Control is partnering with Benchmark Family Services to help bring a brighter holiday to foster children while finding loving homes for shelter pets.
Adopt an adult dog for just $25 when you donate a new children’s toy or gift card valued around $25. All adopted pets still receive spay/neuter and microchipping.
Toys are great for younger kids, and gift cards are especially helpful for older children.
📍 Hardin County Animal Care and Control
220 Peterson Drive, Elizabethtown, KY
📞 270-769-3428 -
Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 16, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
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9th Annual Howl-i-day Special
December 17, 2025
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Details
9th Annual Howliday Special – Adoption Event
Now through December 20Hardin County Animal Care and Control is partnering with Benchmark Family Services to help bring a brighter holiday to foster children while finding loving homes for shelter pets.
Adopt an adult dog for just $25 when you donate a new children’s toy or gift card valued around $25. All adopted pets still receive spay/neuter and microchipping.
Toys are great for younger kids, and gift cards are especially helpful for older children.
📍 Hardin County Animal Care and Control
220 Peterson Drive, Elizabethtown, KY
📞 270-769-3428 -
Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 17, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
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9th Annual Howl-i-day Special
December 18, 2025
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Details
9th Annual Howliday Special – Adoption Event
Now through December 20Hardin County Animal Care and Control is partnering with Benchmark Family Services to help bring a brighter holiday to foster children while finding loving homes for shelter pets.
Adopt an adult dog for just $25 when you donate a new children’s toy or gift card valued around $25. All adopted pets still receive spay/neuter and microchipping.
Toys are great for younger kids, and gift cards are especially helpful for older children.
📍 Hardin County Animal Care and Control
220 Peterson Drive, Elizabethtown, KY
📞 270-769-3428 -
Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 18, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
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9th Annual Howl-i-day Special
December 19, 2025
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Details
9th Annual Howliday Special – Adoption Event
Now through December 20Hardin County Animal Care and Control is partnering with Benchmark Family Services to help bring a brighter holiday to foster children while finding loving homes for shelter pets.
Adopt an adult dog for just $25 when you donate a new children’s toy or gift card valued around $25. All adopted pets still receive spay/neuter and microchipping.
Toys are great for younger kids, and gift cards are especially helpful for older children.
📍 Hardin County Animal Care and Control
220 Peterson Drive, Elizabethtown, KY
📞 270-769-3428 -
The Holly Jolly Experience - Friday, December 19, 2025
December 19, 2025
5:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Details
Join the fun at this year's Holly Jolly Christmas Experience! Located at Pritchard Community Center
Your ticket includes:
-Visit with Santa
-Professional family photo
-Cookies & Hot Cocoa Bar
-Kid's Craft
-Santa's Magical Mailbox, where any letter mailed (that includes a return address & name) will receive a special personalized letter from Mr. Claus himself. Please allow a week or so for postal delivery
-Shuttle ride through the beautiful Christmas in the Park
All tickets are $15.00.
Age 2 and under are FREE but must sit on lap.
Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled reservation and check in at hostess station.
All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges.
Each reservation route seats 25 guests.
Handicap reservations available. Please order tickets then phone our office at (270) 234-8258 and reasonable accommodations will be made.
*Purchases subject to a 5% Credit Card Processing Fee
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Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 19, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
-
9th Annual Howl-i-day Special
December 20, 2025
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Details
9th Annual Howliday Special – Adoption Event
Now through December 20Hardin County Animal Care and Control is partnering with Benchmark Family Services to help bring a brighter holiday to foster children while finding loving homes for shelter pets.
Adopt an adult dog for just $25 when you donate a new children’s toy or gift card valued around $25. All adopted pets still receive spay/neuter and microchipping.
Toys are great for younger kids, and gift cards are especially helpful for older children.
📍 Hardin County Animal Care and Control
220 Peterson Drive, Elizabethtown, KY
📞 270-769-3428 -
Open Door Warm Meals
December 20, 2025
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Details
Open Door, a partnership of churches, businesses and organizations serves warm meals to their neighbors each Saturday.
Stop by Vine Grove United Methodist Church for a hot meal free.
For more information call (270) 877-5231
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The Holly Jolly Experience - Friday, December 20, 2025
December 20, 2025
5:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Details
Join the fun at this year's Holly Jolly Christmas Experience! Located at Pritchard Community Center
Your ticket includes:
-Visit with Santa
-Professional family photo
-Cookies & Hot Cocoa Bar
-Kid's Craft
-Santa's Magical Mailbox, where any letter mailed (that includes a return address & name) will receive a special personalized letter from Mr. Claus himself. Please allow a week or so for postal delivery
-Shuttle ride through the beautiful Christmas in the Park
All tickets are $15.00.
Age 2 and under are FREE but must sit on lap.
Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled reservation and check in at hostess station.
All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges.
Each reservation route seats 25 guests.
Handicap reservations available. Please order tickets then phone our office at (270) 234-8258 and reasonable accommodations will be made.
*Purchases subject to a 5% Credit Card Processing Fee
-
Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 20, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
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Knights of Columbus Christmas with the Kids
December 21, 2025
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Details
Santa will be visiting Knights of Columbus Hall located behind St Brigid's Church, Vine Grove
Activities will include:
- Pictures with Santa
- Games
- Hots Dogs and Drinks
- Fun for all
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Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 21, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
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Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 22, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
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Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 23, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
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Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 24, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
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Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 25, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
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Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 26, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
-
Open Door Warm Meals
December 27, 2025
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Details
Open Door, a partnership of churches, businesses and organizations serves warm meals to their neighbors each Saturday.
Stop by Vine Grove United Methodist Church for a hot meal free.
For more information call (270) 877-5231
-
Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 27, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
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Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 28, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.
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Christmas In The Park @ Freeman Lake Park
December 29, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details
This holiday season, treat yourself and family to this brilliant display of lights. With more than 100 displays, the City of Elizabethtown's Christmas in the Park is for everyone to enjoy again and again. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas spirit. In its' 34th year, the event has grown exponentially offering a variety of ways to enjoy and celebrate Christmas.
The lighting tour is free to drive through but donations are gladly accepted. All donations go towards the electricity costs and adding in new displays and updates each year. Stop in to see your Christmas favorites from Rudolph, to snowmen, nativity scenes, and more.
When: Christmas in the Park will be open every evening from November 26, 2026 - January 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How: Turn off your headlights when prompted by the sign, tune into the posted radio station, and slowly drive through the park. Bring along your favorite holiday cocoa, roll the windows down and watch as the children's eyes sparkle at the lights.
Who: Everyone! We see over 80,000 in attendance each year! Make this your family's holiday tradition.
**What you can't do: Please don't pull off on side or exit your vehicle. You must stay in line and in your vehicle as you enjoy the light displays.



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