Holiday Traditions Shine Bright With The Return Of Paristown’s Fête de Noël

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (November 26, 2025) – Louisville’s holiday spirit welcomes the return of Paristown’s 7th Annual Fête de Noël, a beloved winter festival that transforms the heart of the Paristown neighborhood into a magical holiday destination from November 28 through January 4.

This five-week celebration invites families, friends, and visitors from across the region to experience the spirit of the season in one of Louisville’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Fête de Noël features the outdoor Crystal Ice-Skating Rink, the Brent Street Holiday Market with 20 local and regional vendors, Santa’s House for memorable photos and the popular trackless train.

Special events include the 2nd Annual Skillet Curling Championship, the 6th Annual “Drag Queens on Ice” benefitting Kentuckiana Pride Foundation, a UofL Hockey scrimmage, and a performance of Nutcracker on Ice by the Louisville Skating Academy. New this year, festivalgoers can meet rare Valais blacknose sheep.

The Brent Street Holiday Market opens on Black Friday, November 28, and continues through the weekend, offering unique holiday gifts and supporting local artisans. Paristown and Stock Yards Bank & Trust are proud partners of the USMC’s Toys for Tots campaign, collecting new, unwrapped toys for children in need at multiple locations throughout the festival.

Visitors can enjoy a variety of food and beverage options at The Café, the Village Market food hall, and rink-side concessions. Highlights include Kentucky Hot Cocoa (with or without Woodford Reserve), specialty cocktails, and a special Breakfast with Santa event on December 6. Stoneware & Co. will offer extended holiday hours and their popular “paint your own” Christmas ornament experience.

Fête de Noël is open to the public Wednesday through Sunday, with special hours during Christmas and New Year’s weeks. Private group and corporate party rentals are available. For tickets, event schedules, and weather updates, visit paristown.com/fetedenoel

While planning a trip to Louisville, guests can download a copy of Louisville Tourism’s annual Visitor Guide to see the city's top attractions and bourbon distilleries. Visitors also can get additional city attraction, lodging and dining assistance at gotolouisville.com.