The Highlands neighborhood kicks off the holiday shopping season with a special celebration in honor of the 40th Bardstown Road Aglow on Saturday, Dec. 6.

The beloved annual event features holiday shopping, free trolley rides, live music, festive holiday drinks and an official tree lighting ceremony. The seasonal celebration is traditionally the largest night of commerce of the year for Highlands-area merchants and visitors will find discounts and specials at local bars, restaurants, and shops.

Held on the first Saturday in December since 1985, The Highland Commerce Guild invites the community to celebrate the event's 40th anniversary with extended shopping hours from noon until 10 p.m.

Here's what to know about the 2025 Bardstown Road Aglow .

When is the 2025 Bardstown Road Aglo

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