Blue Grass Farms Charities (BGFC) will host its annual "Festival of Christmas" at Keeneland Race Course’s Keene Entertainment Center in Lexington, Ky., on Dec. 18.

The event, for lower-income Thoroughbred horsemen and their immediate families, is free to families of persons working for a Central Kentucky Thoroughbred farm, track, sales company or consignor, trainer, equine veterinary practice, van service, or other ancillary area of Thoroughbred racing and/or breeding.

The organization also accepting new or very gently used coats for children and adults, as well as non-perishable food and household supplies for their food pantry.

Space is limited and registration is required, according to a release from BGFC. For more information, visit www.bgfcky.org