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Shelbyville Celebration of Lights
Shelbyville, KY · Holiday
- When
- November 14, 2026
- Where
- Downtown Main Street · Shelbyville · KY
- Cost
- Not confirmed
- Status
- Confirmed from the organizer's published schedule
Downtown Shelbyville's holiday kickoff, with a tree lighting ceremony, live music, food trucks and a children's choir along historic Main Street. It is organized by the Shelby Main Street Corporation and drew nearly eight thousand people in 2025.
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Downtown Shelbyville's holiday kickoff, with a tree lighting ceremony, live music, food trucks and a children's choir along historic Main Street.
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