GLASGOW, Ky. — Downtown Glasgow will host three consecutive Saturdays of holiday celebrations this month and next, featuring the annual Light Up Glasgow event, an outdoor ice skating rink, family activities and the Glasgow Christmas Parade.

The festivities begin Nov. 21 with Light Up Glasgow, continue Nov. 28 with Small Business Saturday activities and ice skating, and conclude Dec. 5 with the annual Christmas parade.

Light Up Glasgow kicks off Nov. 21

Sponsored by the Renaissance Committee, Light Up Glasgow will bring families to the downtown square for an evening of Christmas festivities.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will greet families at the gazebo beginning at 4:30 p.m., followed by performances from Barren County Schools and Glasgow Schools choirs at 5 p.m. as the community gathers for the lighting of the square.

The first 200 families will receive a commemorative Christmas ornament.

The evening will continue at the Plaza Theatre, where NuWay will sponsor a free showing of the holiday film “Elf” at 6 p.m.

Ice skating, shopping planned for Nov. 28

Downtown activities will continue Nov. 28 with Small Business Saturday, combining seasonal entertainment with opportunities to shop at local businesses.

An ice skating rink will be set up in front of Glasgow City Hall and open from 2 to 7 p.m. The rink, provided by Hart County Party Rentals LLC, will feature a synthetic skating surface.

Youth and adult skates, safety helmets, beginner skate walkers and trained staff will be available to assist participants. Admission prices and other skating details will be announced once finalized, according to the city.

The rink is being made possible through support from the downtown business association, Glasgow Coin and Jewelry, Simple Life Properties, The Barren County Progress, Keller Williams First Choice Realty — The Pierce Team, The Hive Coffee & Bakehouse and Studio 22 Marketing.

The YMCA will host its Reindeer Games from 3 to 6 p.m., while Santa will be available to visit with families from 4 to 6 p.m.

City officials are encouraging residents to make the most of Small Business Saturday by visiting downtown shops and restaurants.

Christmas parade set for Dec. 5

The holiday celebrations will conclude Dec. 5 with the Glasgow Christmas Parade, scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. downtown.

This year's theme, “Stars, Stripes & Silent Nights,” combines the Christmas season with a celebration of America's 250th anniversary.

“There’s something special about seeing our square filled with families during the holidays,” Glasgow Mayor Henry Royse said. “We invite everyone to come downtown, enjoy these celebrations and spend some time with the local businesses that help make Glasgow feel like home.”

The city encourages residents to follow its social media accounts for updates on holiday events and information about special business hours throughout the season.