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This year’s Festival of Trees & Lights will benefit the Addison Jo Blair Cancer Care Center at Kosair Children’s Hospital. The children’s hospital is the region’s only full-service, free-standing pediatric care facility dedicated exclusively to caring for children, regardless of a family’s ability to pay. By attending and supporting the Festival of Trees & Lights, you are helping fund renovation to this area, allowing us to further improve the care we can give to children with cancer. 

The Festival of Trees & Lights is presented by Republic Bank & Trust Company and is held at Louisville Slugger Field, 401 E. Main St.

Drawing Nov. 17, 2012

Children's Hospital Foundation Home & Car Raffle

Win a House: Help a Child
Purchase your ticket now for the Kosair Children's Hospital Home and BMW raffle, and you could win a new house in Norton Commons or a 2013 Sam Swope BMW 1 Series. 
The drawing is held Saturday, Nov. 17 at the Snow Ball.

Nov. 9 to 11

Tree, wreath and greenery sales

Hundreds of beautifully decorated trees, wreaths and assorted greenery of all sizes adorn the corridors of Louisville Slugger Field. Area businesses and individuals show their support by sponsoring these trees, and creative designers generously bring them to life. Contests for the most unique designs are awarded and all items are available for purchase to benefit Kosair Children's Hospital through the Children's Hospital Foundation.

General admission hours:
Nov. 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Dickens Family Night, 6 to 9 p.m., see below
Nov. 10, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Nov. 11, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Festival of Trees & Lights ongoing attractions:

  • Miniature train display
  • Sweet Shop packed with homemade delicacies
  • Gift Shop filled with holiday gifts
  • Holiday Design & Displays
  • Traditional Jewish celebration

Nov. 8

Designer Preview Party  6 to 8 p.m.

Sponsors and tree and wreath designers are recognized for their donations to the Festival of Trees & Lights with a first glimpse of the magical wonderland they helped create. This event is invitation only.

Nov. 9

 Dickens Family Night, 6 to 9 p.m.

Sponsored by:

This event will feature Dickens-era characters and carolers, Santa Claus, Old English-style fare such as fish and chips and bangers and mash, and fireworks sponsored by Cindy Flynn-Piela.

Admission: $5 for children 12 and under
                 $8 for adults (12+)
                 Family package: $25 for families of 4 or more

Tickets available at the door or by calling (502) 629-KIDS.

Nov. 10 

Breakfast with Santa, hosted by Brave Hearts, 8 to 10 a.m.

This great family morning includes pancakes, a picture with Santa, arts and crafts and Festival of Trees & Lights admission. $12 per person (free for ages 2 and younger). To purchase tickets in advance, call (502) 629-8060. A limited number of tickets may be available at the door; however, advance ticket purchase is recommended.

Brave Hearts is a group that provides support for families and children with congenital heart defects and surgery at Kosair Children's Hospital. Proceeds from this particular event will support their efforts.

Nov. 10 and 11

Children's Activities, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sponsored by:

Booths are set up with activities for kids of all ages. A small fee applies for each activity. Some of the activities include ornament making, face paintings and decorating gingerbread houses out of graham crackers, icing and candy. Roving and stage entertainers add to the holiday fun.

 

Nov. 10 and 11

Scout Days, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

All Girl Scouts, Brownies, Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts are invited to attend the Festival of Trees & Lights with their troops, packs or families. All scouts in uniform receive an event patch for attending.

Nov. 17

 The Snow Ball, 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. -  Louisville Marriott Downtown

Presented by:

This black tie event has become one of the most fashionable holiday parties in Louisville. The magnificent ball is surrounded on all sides with the sparkle of holiday lights. A gourmet meal precedes dancing to music provided by a live band. Black ties for the gentlemen and ball gowns for the ladies.  A silent auction is held during the Snow Ball and includes luxury items such as fine jewelry, trips, dining experiences and other packages. Proceeds benefit Kosair Children's Hospital through the Children's Hospital Foundation. Reservations required. For tickets, call (502) 629-8060.
  • Silver table of 10 includes logo on event signage and in program - $3,000. 
  • Crystal table of 10 - $2,800.
  • Individual ticket prices - $300

With the exception of the Snow Ball, all events are held at Louisville Slugger Field.
Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children with an additional nominal fee for children's activities.
Trees, wreaths, greenery, Sweet Shop and Gift Shop items are for sale to benefit Kosair Children's Hospital and are not included in the admission price.

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