Trade the crowded Christmas rush for an Appalachian holiday worth traveling for.
Across the Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia Tri-State, Christmas magic comes to life with twinkling lights, homemade markets, parades, festivals, historic downtowns and traditions that make the season feel a little more special.
Whether you’re planning a Christmas getaway in Appalachia, a festive weekend trip or coming home for the holidays, Appalachia’s Front Porch is ready to welcome you.
Come make new traditions and celebrate in a big way in our small towns.
November 14th at 10 am
Carter Caves State Resort Park, Olive Hill, KY
November 15th
Lawrence County Ohio Museum and Historical Society
Imel’s Winter Market
November 20th-22nd
Imel’s Greenhouse, Greenup, KY
November 21st-29th
Paramount Theatre Ashland, Ashland, KY
Huntington’s Christmas Tree Lighting
November 24th
Marshall Health Network Arena Plaza, Huntington, WV
The Great Christmas Wander: Riverside Ice Rink, Igloos and Pop-Up Bar
Olive Hill Christmas Parade
November 28th 6 PM
Olive Hill, KY
November 16th-December 31st
Central Park, Ashland, KY
The Great Christmas Wander Festival Weekend
November 16th-December 31st
Central Park, Ashland, KY
11th Annual Special Metals Tree Lighting
Christmas at the Courthouse
Huntington’s Christmas Parade of Lights
December 1st
Huntington, WV
Ironton Christmas Parade
December 4th-6th
Greenbo Lake State Resort Park, Greenup, KY
December 5th
City Park, Flatwoods, KY
December 5th-6th & 9th
Carter Caves State Resort Park, Olive Hill, KY
Rock Hill’s Drive-Thru Christmas Lights
December 9th
Rock Hill, Ohio
Ice & Lights Christmas Market
December 12th-13th
Ashland, KY
