Kentucky is a festive state, especially during the holidays, and we also happen to love our local distilleries and the bourbon they create. So what happens when you put those two things together? You get Holiday Lights at the Distillery – a drive-thru light display at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort. This seasonal attraction is the most unique thing you’ll do for the holidays and it’s filled with fun, beauty, and plenty of holiday cheer.

Buffalo Trace is a historic distillery in Frankfort that's been creating incredible bourbon whiskey for over 200 years. While that may be what it's known for, during the holidays it is also a popular destination for a unique seasonal event.
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On November 29th, Buffalo Trace will host the Lighting of the Trace event and will kick off the start of Holiday Lights at the Distillery. For specifics on all of these events, be sure to visit the distillery’s website here.
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The Buffalo Trace property is illuminated with whimsical and festive light displays and you can enjoy it all from your car. The lights are on display November 29, 2018 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. and then every night after through January 1, 2019 from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
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The distillery welcomes guests to drive through and check out the lights for free. It's a charming way to experience a historic Kentucky distillery.
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Many of the lights are themed and will make you smile as you drive by. Elves lifting barrels of bourbon and appropriately illuminated buffalo are just a sampling of what you may see.
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If you decide to visit for the kick-off event on the 29th, you'll be able to see the property, as well as tour it by candlelight. On this evening, there will also be carolers, holiday stories, and visits with Santa.
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Santa returns to Buffalo Trace on December 6-8 and visits with him are free. He's located in the clubhouse, so stop by and say hello before you drive through the property to experience the lights.
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Buffalo Trace truly embraces the holiday spirit by welcoming Kentucky onto its property for this unique light display. Consider visiting the distillery for a tour and tasting during the day, then stick around as the sun does down so you can also witness this one-of-a-kind drive-thru light display in the Bluegrass.
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The drive-thru light display at Buffalo Trace Distillery is a wonderful, free event in Kentucky that will likely be the most unique thing you’ll do this season. Have you driven through the lights or visited with Santa at this historic distillery? Share your experience with us in the comments!

Buffalo Trace Distillery is located at 113 Great Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, KY 40601. For more information, visit its website here and follow along on Facebook here.

And for more of the best light displays in Kentucky, check out our previous article here.

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