The Entire Community is Invited to the Free 15th Birthday Bash & Family Movie Night!
Louisville, KY - The KFC Yum! Center is marking 15 years of unforgettable memories with a free Birthday Bash, and the entire community is invited. As part of the celebration, one of the arena’s most beloved traditions, Family Movie Night, returns bigger, brighter, and merrier than ever.
Families are invited to gather on Sunday, November 23, for a free evening of festive fun at the 15th Birthday Bash: Movie & More, Presented by Norton Children’s. This year’s feature film is the heartwarming animated holiday classic The Grinch (2018), shown on the arena’s massive center-hung digital screen.
Before the movie begins, guests can enjoy a variety of complimentary holiday-themed activities, including:
- Face painting
- Balloon artists
- Photos with The Grinch himself if you dare, courtesy of Stock Yards Bank & Trust
- A festive arts & crafts zone
- Full indoor game yard
- Complimentary samples from Pepsi Zero
- Prizes and giveaways
- Much, much more!
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, November 23, 2025
Time: Doors open at 5 PM and activities begin immediately; The Grinch starts at 6 PM
Admission: Free, but registration is required to reserve your tickets
In addition to the fun, guests can enjoy a variety of classic movie snacks and dinner options, including popcorn, candy, pizza, chicken, burgers, and more, available for purchase at KFC Yum! Center concession stands. (Outside food and beverages are not permitted.)
KFC Yum! Center’s proud partner, Maeser Master Services, will be giving away a complete HVAC system (furnace and A/C) installation, a prize valued at $10,000–$15,000, at the event. Other exciting giveaways will be featured that day, so fans won’t want to miss their chance to win big!
“We’re thrilled to celebrate 15 incredible years with our fans and community,” said Eric Granger, General Manager of the KFC Yum! Center. “Family Movie Night has always been one of our favorite ways to bring people together, and this special KFC Yum! Center anniversary edition is our way of saying thank you for 15 years of unforgettable moments.”
Attendees are encouraged to bring their holiday spirit and join in the celebration. Reserve free tickets today!
About KFC Yum! Center
The KFC Yum! Center is a multi-purpose arena that overlooks the Ohio River in downtown Louisville and attracts approximately 1 million fans to ticketed events annually. It boasts a total of 721,762 square feet while offering an arena bowl exceeding 22,000 seats and nine bars and lounges all within walking distance of more than 6,000 hotel rooms in downtown Louisville. It is home to the University of Louisville men’s and women’s basketball programs and attracts several top grossing concerts and events annually. The KFC Yum! Center is a state-of-the-art facility with advance technology capabilities that is owned by the Louisville Arena Authority and managed by Legends Global. For more information, visit www.kfcyumcenter.com.
