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Christmas at Mustard Seed Hill is right around the corner

Join the magic of the 7th annual Gingerbread Competition.

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Mustard Seed Hill Christmas programming

The best gift this holiday season? An evening to remember in Millersburg, just 30 minutes from Lexington.

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It’s never too early to prepare for Christmas at Mustard Seed Hill — one of Kentucky’s most magical holiday traditions.

Kicking off on Saturday, Dec. 7, this year’s festivities are bigger and brighter than ever, featuring:

  • Enchanting light displays
  • Igloo reservations
  • Live performances by artists including Anne Wilson and Ben Sollee
  • And more

Pro tip: A highlight of the season is the 7th annual Gingerbread House Competition, now accepting entries. Whether you’re a pastry chef or a first-time builder, your edible masterpiece could win a portion of $10,000+ in prizes.

children looking at gingerbread house creations

Heads up: The deadline to register for the competition is Tuesday, Nov. 5.

Photo provided by Mustard Seed Hill

With categories for all ages and skill levels, this beloved competition brings out the most creative and festive gingerbread designs.

Celebrity judges will be on hand to select the winners, and every entry will be admired by thousands of visitors both in person and online.

Ready to show your gingerbread prowess? Visit the registration page for more information (think: new categories, best practices, and entry criteria). Ring in the holidays in style

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