Christmas Expo 2023 in Lexington, Kentucky

The Christmas Expo is a highly anticipated event that brings together Christmas enthusiasts and professionals from all over the world. In 2023, the Expo is taking place at Central Bank Center in Lexington, Kentucky from July 13-15, 2023 with pre-show workshops July 10-12, and is set to be one of the biggest and most exciting events of the year. The Expo is organized by the Christmas Expo Association, which is dedicated to promoting the art and science of decorating for the holidays.

The Christmas Expo in Lexington, Kentucky promises to be a fun and informative event that is perfect for anyone who loves Christmas. The Expo will feature an extensive trade show floor, where vendors will showcase the latest products and technology related to Christmas decorating. Visitors can expect to see everything from outdoor lighting displays to animatronic figures and automated control systems.

One of the highlights of the Christmas Expo is the educational program, which features seminars and workshops led by industry professionals. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from experts in the field of Christmas decorating and lighting, and gain valuable insights and tips that they can use to create their own spectacular displays.

The Expo also offers networking opportunities for professionals in the Christmas decorating industry, allowing them to connect with like-minded individuals and share their expertise and experiences. The Christmas Expo Association is committed to promoting the growth and development of the industry, and the Expo is an important part of this effort.

In addition to the trade show and educational program, the Christmas Expo in Lexington, Kentucky will also feature a number of fun and festive activities for visitors to enjoy. There will be a Christmas Lights Tour, which will take visitors on a tour of some of the most spectacular Christmas displays in the area. There will also be a Christmas Decorating Contest, where attendees can showcase their own decorating skills and compete for prizes.

More information is available at www.christmasexpo.com.

Who Should Attend Christmas Expo?

The event welcomes all skill levels and interests, whether for homeowners, commercial decorators, or lighting installers. There will be classes, vendor halls, premium workshops, and business workshops on DIY projects, software, music, sequencing, animation, lighting, video, hardware, and techniques related to outdoor displays, decorations, and supplies.

How Much Does Christmas Expo Cost?

* Early Bird pricing ends June 15, 2023

3-Day Thu-Fri-Sat (Conference Pass) Early Bird Pricing $300.00
1-Day Thursday (Conference Pass) Early Bird Pricing $125.00
1-Day Friday (Conference Pass) Early Bird Pricing $125.00
1-Day Saturday (Conference Pass) Early Bird Pricing $125.00
Lighting Installer Business Workshop (2-day) $500.00
Light-O-Rama Immersion BASICS (1-day) $225.00
Light-O-Rama Immersion ADVANCED (2-day) $415.00
xLights INTENSIVE (3-day) $620.00
xLights SEQUENCING (1-day) $165.00

Where is the Christmas Expo?

The Christmas Expo is held at Central Bank Center at 430 W Vine St in Lexington, Kentucky.

The Central Bank Center is a large convention and event center located in Lexington, Kentucky. It was previously known as the Lexington Convention Center and underwent a major renovation and expansion project in recent years. The venue offers over 200,000 square feet of space for events, including a 40,000 square foot ballroom, 29 meeting rooms, and a 23,000 square foot exhibit hall.

The Central Bank Center hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including conventions, trade shows, concerts, and sporting events. It is also home to the Lexington Opera House, a beautifully restored historic theater that hosts a variety of performing arts events.

Lexington is a city located in the heart of the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky, in the central part of the state. It is the second-largest city in Kentucky, after Louisville, with a population of around 330,000 people in the metropolitan area. Lexington is known for its horse farms and thoroughbred racing, and is sometimes referred to as the “Horse Capital of the World”. The city is home to the Kentucky Horse Park, which is a working horse farm and also a popular tourist attraction.

When is the Christmas Expo?

The Christmas Expo is open to the public and will be held at a location in Lexington, Kentucky. The vendor hall will have different hours each day, with a special session for registered attendees on Thursday evening. Thursday the vendor hall is open to the general public from 12–5pm. Thursday the vendor hall is open to registered guests from 5–7pm. On Friday the vendor hall is open 9:30am–5pm and Saturday from 9:30am–4:30pm.

How Much is Admission to the Christmas Expo Vendor Hall?

Admission to the vendor hall is $10 per person per day, but children under 12 are admitted for free.

How To Attend Classes at the Christmas Expo?

To attend classes, a conference registration must be purchased. The classes will start at 8:30 am on Thursday and end at 4:30 pm on Saturday, with the Expo closing at 5 pm on Saturday.

Which Premium Workshops are Offered at the Christmas Expo?

We are offering in-depth workshops before and during the Christmas Expo Conference:

Light-O-Rama Immersion – Basics on July 10, 2023

Light-O-Rama Immersion – Advanced on July 11-12, 2023

xLights Intensive on July 10-12, 2023

xLights Sequencing on July 14, 2023

Lighting Installer Premium Business Workshop on July 13-14, 2023