The week ahead: events to watch out for Dec. 28-Jan. 3

Garbage make-up day

Residents and businesses that normally are serviced on Friday will receive curbside pickup on Wednesday because of the New Year’s holiday. Thursday collection will follow the normal schedule.

Last call for Southern Lights

Southern Lights, the four-mile holiday light display at the Kentucky Horse Park, closes for another season. Hours are 5:30 to 10 p.m. $15 for a carload. (Kyhorsepark.com)

Looking for a New Year’s Eve party?

Go to Calendar.kentucky.com and search for an event.

Out partying too late? A good walk will help

Start 2016 on a healthy note with a New Year’s Day hike at McConnell Springs or Raven Run. The hikes are family friendly adventures designed for all ages. The McConnell Springs hike starts at 11 a.m.. while the one at Raven Run begins at 1 p.m. Free. (Mcconnellsprings.org, Ravenrun.org)

Cats go after Rebels

SEC play begins for the University of Kentucky men’s basketball team when Mississippi visits Rupp Arena. All time, the Rebels have a 2-52 record versus the Cats in Lexington. (7 p.m., SEC Network)

This story was originally published December 27, 2015 at 6:20 PM with the headline "The week ahead: events to watch out for Dec. 28-Jan. 3."