The most magical time of the year is fast approaching, and Bowling Green has the perfect way for you to ring in the holiday season with a wonderful local event. The Light Up BGKY celebration is always one of the biggest holiday events near Bowling Green homes for sale, with a full week of dazzling holiday lights, festive fun, and family-friendly activities this December. Our real estate agents have all the exciting details on what you can expect when you visit the Light Up BGKY celebration this year.

Get Ready for the 2025 Light Up BGKY Celebration

Light Up BGKY – Bowling Green, KY

Address: 401 Kentucky St., Bowling Green, KY 42101

The Light Up BGKY celebration returns from December 1-7, 2025, featuring holiday lights and a variety of events throughout Bowling Green. At the address above, you can attend the Opening Ceremony & Ribbon Cutting, which will be hosted at the Historic RailPark & Train Museum on the evening of December 1, 2025. This event is free to attend, with food and refreshments starting at 5 p.m., followed by the lighting ceremony at 6 p.m.

Make the Season Bright – Bowling Green, KY

Address: 800 Park St., Bowling Green, KY 42101

On December 2, 2025, Med Center Health will be hosting its annual Make the Season Bright event as part of the Light Up BGKY festivities. This event provides the opportunity to honor a loved one during the holidays and make a donation to a good cause. Donations here help support essential public health initiatives in the community that make an impact year-round.

Christmas Marketplace – Bowling Green, KY

Address: 1100 W. Main Ave., Bowling Green, KY 42101

The next event will be the Christmas Marketplace, hosted at the Riverview at Hobson Grove. This event is the perfect place to catch up on your holiday shopping, with dozens of vendors offering handmade gifts, delicious baked goods, arts, and crafts. This event is free to attend, and always features a great collection of BG-based vendors and small businesses.

Storytime at the Snowdome – Bowling Green, KY

Address: 636 Center St., Bowling Green, KY 42101

The Light Up BGKY celebration includes plenty of fun activities for kids, too, including Storytime at the Snowdome, which will be hosted at the SoKY Ice Rink. Visit the rink for free storytime for kids from 4 – 4:30 p.m., featuring a holiday story with the Grinch.

Downtown BGKY Lights Up – Bowling Green, KY

Address: Downtown Bowling Green, KY

If you love spectacular holiday lights, then don't miss the chance to experience Downtown BGKY Lights Up, which features a community Christmas tree lighting, Fountain Square Park Lighting, and many different businesses downtown participating, as well. There will be a free trolley riding a loop around the lit-up parks and public places, so you can see it all in style. Look for events throughout downtown BGKY from 5 – 8 p.m. on December 5, 2025.

Many More Events

This is just a sampling of the events surrounding Light Up BGKY, and you can find full details on the website. The weekend of December 5-6, 2025, is an especially busy time for events associated with Light Up BGKY, so be sure to leave some free time on your schedule.

Celebrate the Holidays in Your New Bowling Green Home

Shopping for a Bowling Green home you can deck out with your own lights during the holidays? Our local team is here to help you achieve your real estate goals. Contact us to buy and sell homes throughout the Bowling Green, KY area.