Gatton Park Christmas Tree lighting and festivities

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Gatton Park on the Town Branch is getting ready to kick off the holiday season with the lighting of its massive 80-foot digital Christmas tree and the grand opening of its Winter Village.

The celebration begins Wednesday, Dec. 4, with a tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. Officials say the free event will run until 10 p.m. and is open to everyone.

Once the lights come on, visitors can explore the park’s new Winter Village, which will include fire pits, cozy seating areas, winter play zones, craft making, games and food vendors. Clear-domed igloos will also be available to rent, and an indoor community gathering space will be open throughout the season.

Nightly activities will continue through Dec. 23. Organizers say the goal is to build a bigger, more vibrant holiday tradition for Lexington while giving families a place to slow down, connect and enjoy the season together.