Exciting Weekend Ahead in Lexington, Kentucky: Events Include Holly Day Market, UK Basketball, and REO Speedwagon Concert

Lexington, Kentucky is set to come alive this weekend with a variety of events that cater to different interests from live music to food festivals. The region is hosting local festivities, theatrical performances, and opportunities for early holiday shopping.

The Junior League of Lexington will host the Holly Day Market at the Kentucky Horse Park’s Alltech Arena. This event features a range of goods including jewelry, clothing, toys, books, and holiday decorations. The market will be open on November 22 from 5-9 p.m., November 23 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and November 24 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Ticket prices range from $15 to $25.

Sports enthusiasts can catch the UK men’s basketball team as they face off against the Jackson State Tigers at Rupp Arena on November 22 at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $27.

For comedy lovers, Jon Rudnitsky will perform at Comedy Off Broadway with shows scheduled for November 22 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., and November 23 at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.. Tickets are priced between $15 and $18.

Theatre goers can enjoy the holiday classic, A Christmas Story, performed by the Lexington Theatre Company. Showings are slated for November 22 at 7:30 p.m., November 23 at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and November 24 at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $36.

The local musical scene includes a performance by the Lexington Philharmonic, featuring Mary D. Watkins’ “Five Movements in Color” on November 23 at 7:30 p.m.. Tickets are available for $11 to $28.

On November 23, residents can enjoy a variety of more laid-back events, including the Lexington Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and a unique burlesque bingo night hosted by Wise Bird Cider Co. at 1 p.m. with entry at $10.

A highlight of Saturday includes the Gobbler Half Marathon, along with 10K and 5K events, taking place at Mereworth Farm on November 24 at 8:30 a.m. with participation fees ranging from $48 to $85.

Additionally, sports fans can watch the UK volleyball team compete against the Arkansas Razorbacks on November 24 at 4 p.m., with tickets priced between $10 and $15.

For music aficionados, the iconic rock band REO Speedwagon, along with Loverboy, will perform at Rupp Arena on November 23 at 7:30 p.m.

This weekend promises something for everyone in Central Kentucky, ensuring that residents and visitors can find enjoyable activities to participate in.