Outdoor Adventure and Holiday Fun in Campbellsville

Cathy Peabody • November 4, 2024

Fall in love with Campbellsville this Holiday Season!

The season is here for hunting, fishing, hiking and exploring the autumn outdoors. And just around the corner, Holiday Magic begins. Let’s get ready!


Campbellsville Outdoor adventures await.


Can’t you just hear the crunch of leaves and feel the crispness of the air calling you for a nature hike or mountain bike ride along scenic trails! Throughout Campbellsville and Taylor County and around beautiful Green River Lake State Park and areas along historic Tebbs Bend Battlefield, over 50 miles of scenic nature trails are the reason that Campbellsville is a designated Kentucky Trail Town. Autumn is a great time to experience Campbellsville outdoor activities, and Green River Lake State Park trails are perfect for horseback riding, bird watching and just being in nature.


Green River Lake Wildlife Management area and the region surrounding Campbellsville and Taylor County are known for wildlife and scenic rolling hills, making the perfect environment for hunting deer, pheasant, squirrel and other species. In fact, Kentucky is a top 10 state for buck trophy hunting and Campbellsville hunting locales are among the best. Make sure your license is up to date and that you are aware of regulations, seasons and where you can legally hunt within the Green River Lake Wildlife Management area and statewide.


Christmas in Central Kentucky’s Historic Campbellsville


Speaking of trails, Campbellsville is part of the Kentucky Main Street Peppermint Trail, an initiative to increase community support around the holiday season to small towns, local businesses and artisans, and the fun is about to begin with Campbellsville KY events and festivities. Don’t forget to have your Peppermint Trail QR passport scanned to be eligible to win prizes!


As the holidays get closer and closer, Campbellsville comes alive with events, holiday shopping, streets and storefronts filled with festive lights, and sidewalks lined with candy canes and peppermint flower stands. 


Don’t miss the Campbellsville Christmas Open House November 8-9.


You’ll certainly get into the holiday spirit as you stroll up and down Main Street, while you shop Campbellsville’s unique shops and boutiques, many offering holiday specials and extended business hours.


Catch a bite at one of downtown Campbellsville restaurants like Brothers, voted by readers of Kentucky Living magazine as the “Best BBQ in Kentucky” or at the last Druthers Restaurant in America.

 

Santa sightings! Bring the kids along for magical moments with Santa at Citizens Bank in the Railroad Room, featuring a vintage holiday train set, November 8, 3pm-5pm. Or find Santa at The Messy Bun Restaurant on November 9, 2pm to 4 pm and again on December 7 from 3pm until 5 pm for photos and memorable family fun.


Top off the day with spirited drinks at one of Campbellsville’s night spots like the Bourbon Boutique for Kentucky’s favorite beverage, the East First Street Brewery for original craft beers and Oak & Match for a “speak easy” style cocktail.


Santa’s Candy Land Parade, the official start of Christmas in Campbellsville


Mark your calendar to kick off the Christmas season at the Santa’s Candy Land Parade Saturday December 7 at 6 pm, a favorite among Campbellsville KY events. Start the day off with the Tri-County Club Christmas Charity Car Cruise from 3pm until 6pm, then join in the holiday parade festivities with hot chocolate, lights, music, floats, food trucks and, of course, Santa Claus.


What a great time of year to enjoy the ambience of the holiday season in one of Kentucky’s most charming small towns, Campbellsville in Kentucky.


Make your visit a holiday getaway…you’ll find a great options for Campbellsville hotels, lodging, and dining, and Kentucky outdoor adventures that will keep you coming back again and again. 


Conveniently located in Central Kentucky, Campbellsville/Taylor County and the beautiful Green River Lake State Park are a short drive from all directions:

Lexington KY – 83 miles

Louisville KY – 85 miles

Nashville, TN – 134 miles

Cincinnati OH – 163 miles

Indianapolis IN – 200 miles

Atlanta, GA – 320 miles
 
 

Put yourself in the middle of everything you love about Kentucky!

Campbellsville in Kentucky

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