Winter Wonderland of Lights Festival
Schedule of Events
Ashland, Kentucky (2023)
Opening Night Ceremony
Monday, Nov. 13
6 p.m.
Central Park Bandstand
Light Display
Nov. 13 to Jan. 1, 2024
Dusk-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday
Dusk-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Central Park and downtown Ashland
Winter Wonderland Express Train Rides
Nov. 17-19, 24-26; Dec. 1-3, 8-10, 15-17
6-9 p.m. ~ $4 per person
Central Park & 22nd Street
Ride with Santa Dec. 18 and 19
Visits with Santa
Nov. 17-19, 24-26; Dec. 1-3, 8-10, 15-17
6-9 p.m. ~ you may take your own pictures
Central Park Log House
Santa sponsored by Jeff and Donna Suttle
Annual Christmas Parade
Theme: “Christmas at My House”
Tuesday, Nov. 21, 7 p.m.
Grand Marshal – TBA
Downtown Ashland
PARADE APPLICATION HERE
2023 Parade Band Winners:
- Valley High School
- Paul Blazer
- Green Township
2023 Float Competition Winners:
- Best of Show – House of Grace
- Best Use of Theme – Little Garner Baptist Church
- Runner-Up – Tri State Rehab
Home & Business Decorating Contests
Application Deadline: Dec. 4
Judging will occur Dec. 6-20
APPLICATIONS HERE
2023 Decorating Contest Awards
(Presented March 5, 2024)
Business:
- Jonathan Ferguson Traveling Trophy — Broadway Books
Home:
- Classic Christmas – Jamie Hinkle
- Best Use of Lights – Shawn McDaniel and B J Burcham
- Best Theme Display – Michael Freholm
- Best Overall Display – Michael Freholm
Karaoke and Pizza with Santa
December 7, 6-8 p.m.
Transportation Center
(99 15th St.) Children K-6th grade
Ashland Bus System