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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of things to do and see across Kentuckiana.

Here are a selection of events, markets, concerts and more happening Friday, Dec. 20 through Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024.

2024 NCAA Division 1 Women's Volleyball Championship

The University of Louisville volleyball team beat Pittsburgh at the KFC Yum! Center Thursday night, earning the program's second trip to the NCAA Championship game in three years. 

The Cards will face either Penn State or Nebraska in the Championship game on Sunday at the Yum! Center at 3 p.m. 

Ticket prices vary. Kids 2 and under can get in for free.

General public tickets are sold out but resale tickets can still be purchased. Click here for more info.

Click here to read the latest from WDRB's Eric Crawford on the Cards' win Thursday night.

The Brown-Forman Nutcracker

The Louisville Ballet's tradition of performing "The Nutcracker" kicks off Friday evening and runs through Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, at the Kentucky Center's Whitney Hall in downtown Louisville. 

Choreographed by Val Caniparoli, with music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, the timeless holiday classic takes the audience from the Stahlbaum's Christmas Eve Party to a magical journey with Marie and her valiant Nutcracker prince to the land of the Sugar Plum Fairy. 

The Louisville Ballet has been putting on its production of "The Brown-Forman Nutcracker" for 15 years.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by clicking here.

There will be a sensory-friendly performance on Sunday, Dec. 15, at 11 a.m. Seating is general admission and is not sold to capacity, according to The Kentucky Center. That allows attendees to choose their own seats and have room to move. To read more about the sensory-friendly performance or purchase tickets, click here.

There will also be a "Nu Shush" performance. It's described as a full-length performance in a relaxed environment, allowing audience members to bring young children or adults who may need room to move and make noise. To learn more or purchase tickets, click here.

The Flea Off Market 13th Annual Indoor Holiday Bazaar

Get your last minute Christmas shopping in this weekend with The Flea Off Market's 13th annual Indoor Holiday Bazaar.

The market runs Saturday, Dec. 21 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 22 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

This year, the free event is being held at the Mellwood Art Center, located at 1860 Mellwood Avenue in Louisville.

The holiday market will feature more than 150 artists, makers and more selling handmade items, collectables, vintage items, clothing and more. 

Food trucks, craft beer, wine, cocktails and live music will also be available, as well as photos with Santa.

Click here for info.

Krampusnacht

Calling all spooky season lovers! This weekend, you'll be able to celebrate the holiday season with a side of horror.

Join Krampus and his "minions" in New Albany this Friday, Dec. 20 and Saturday, Dec. 21 for a Christmas-themed haunted house. 

The haunted house runs from 7-11 p.m. both days and costs $18 per person.

It's being held at the historic Culbertson Mansion, located at 914 East Main Street in New Albany.

All proceeds from the event will benefit the restoration of the Culbertion Mansion. Click here for more info.

Ugly Sweater Run 

Dig out your ugliest holiday sweater and get your cardio in with the Ugly Sweater Run at Cherokee Park this Sunday.

The start and finish will be by Hogan's Fountain. It includes 2.5, 5 mile and 7.5 mile road options. The event begins at 8 a.m. It's untimed and non-competitive, so organizers said you can either walk or run.

There will be donuts and cookies, kombucha, coffee, hot chocolate and more on hand. A raffle will also start at 9:30 a.m. in the pavilion across the fountain. Click here for more info.

Bonus Events:

Holiday Events/For the Family: 

  • Donuts with Santa
    • Saturday, Dec. 21
    • 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
    • Free
    • 2305 Douglass Boulevard, Louisville, Ky.
    • Photos with Santa
    • Reading corner where volunteers will read holiday stories
    • Click here for more info
  • Live Nativity in Bardstown, Ky.
    • Friday, Dec. 20 through Sunday, Dec. 22 
    • 6-8 p.m. 
    • Bardstown Baptist Church, corner of 3rd Street and Brashear Ave.
    • The time-honored Christmas event with the Live Nativity on the front lawn of the church
    • Live enactment of the manger scene and the birth of baby Jesus
    • Festival of Trees to follow in the Fellowship Hall with hot chocolate, sweets and a special activity for kids 
  • Lights Under Louisville
    • An annual holiday tradition in Louisville is underway. Lights Under Louisville runs through Jan. 4 at the Louisville Mega Caverns. 
    • The event features over 7 million points of light everywhere illuminating the cavern’s vast spaces underground wonderland with themed displays, some of your favorite characters, holiday music, lasers and more.
    • Daily hours are 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. There are special hours for Christmas Day, which are 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
    • A standard vehicle pass starts at $42.99. For information, click here. 
  • Lights on Main 
    • Frazier History Museum, West Main Street in downtown Louisville
    • Runs through Jan. 6
    • Three floors of trees decorated by local schools, organizations, families and individuals
    • Extended hours, holiday events and activities
    • Accessible with museum admission, or museum membership starting at $20
    • Runs Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays
    • To learn more, and look at a schedule of events as part of the exhibit, click here.
  • Winter Light Show & Twilight Safari Drive-Thru
    • Nov. 29 through Jan. 4 (select nights)
    • Wilstem Wildlife Park, 4229 US-150 West, Paoli, Indiana
    • Drive-through Christmas and winter-themed displays featuring traditional holiday favorites
    • Light show starts at dusk, around 6:30 p.m. and closes at 9:00 p.m.
    • $25 fee per vehicle to experience the light show only
    • The Twilight Drive-Thru Safari & Light Show also includes encounters with safari animals, including those in the Roos & Crew barn. 
    • For schedules, tickets and more information, click here 
  • Christmas Tree Lane 
    • Opening for the season on Friday, Nov. 22
    • Open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
    • 301 Witherspoon Street - Waterfront Park
    • A Louisville tradition of Christmas trees and holiday greenery by local vendor Book's Christmas Trees
    • Click here for more information
  • Gardens Aglimmer
    • Friday, Nov. 29 through Monday, Dec. 30
      • Wednesday, Dec. 11: Date Night (Ages 21+ only)
      • Monday, Dec. 16: Sensory Friendly Night
    • Adult (13+): Member $12 | Non-Member $17
    • Children (3 - 12): Member $8 | Non-Member $10
    • Children (0 - 2): Free
    • Waterfront Botanical Gardens, 1435 Frankfort Ave
    • For information and tickets, click here 
  • Yuletide 2024
    • Friday, Nov. 29 to Saturday, Dec. 21 (Fridays & Saturdays)
    • Yew Dell Botanical Gardens, 6220 Old LaGrange Road, Crestwood
    • A new display of holiday lights and horticulturally-inspired dĂ©cor
    • Fan-favorite train village, holiday trees, a craft for the kids, food and beverages for purchase, and a visit from Santa
    • Click here for more information
  • Merry at the Marriott pop-up holiday bar 
    • Nov. 22 through Dec. 29
    • Open daily from 3 p.m. to midnight
    • The Louisville Marriott Downtown, West Jefferson Street
    • Open to the public
    • Special holiday menu with unique cocktails and food options

These are just a handful of events happening this weekend. To look at a full calendar of events, including markets, concerts and more, click here.

For WDRB's guide to Christmas and Holiday events across Kentuckiana throughout the month, click here.

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