Join us at Candlelight Weekend!
November 13-15, 2025
Commonwealth Credit Union is proud to be the Presenting Sponsor of Frankfort's beloved Candlelight Weekend again this year! Mark your calendar for the second weekend in November and visit Downtown Frankfort for the kickoff of the holiday season. Shop, eat, and play local!
*Subject to change based on weather.
Events
Heading downtown for the festivities and want to be prepared? Be sure to plan ahead for this fun-filled weekend! Below, we break down some of the highlights of each evening, but be sure to check out the full list of activities so you don't miss out!
🎄 Thursday, November 13:
5:00 – 8:00 pm
- Petting Zoo on Broadway Street
- Life-Size Snow Globe on Old State Capitol Lawn (Thursday only!)
- Santa Visits on the Old State Capitol Lawn – 5PM-8PM
- Lighting of the Christmas Tree Ceremony – 6PM
🎄 Friday, November 14:
5:00 – 9:00 pm
- Ugly Sweater Themed Stroll “Sip & Shop” (sponsored by CCU) 6PM-9PM – Free Shuttle Rides are being offered. Sip & Shop Passports at Various Businesses
- Christmas Caroling by the KSU Choir with Special Guest Mary Jackson 6-8PM
- Christmas Ceramic Painting Party Hosted by Broadway Clay
- Santa will be strolling along Broadway & St. Clair Street, greeting kids from 5-8 PM!
🎄 Saturday, November 15:
3:00 – 8:00 pm
- Kid's Glow Party 3-5PM
- Horse Carriage Rides 5PM-8PM
- Lighting of the Christmas Tree Ceremony – 6PM
- Santa Visits on the Old State Capitol Lawn – 5PM-8PM
Letters to Santa
Want to make sure your kids' letters get to the big guy? Bring them with you and drop them off in our special North Pole mail box. You can even print this letter off to help them get started.