Louisville Beer Week

Oct. 22nd - 29th

Louisville Beer Week is returning for another year and welcomes the community to “The Pouring ‘20s,” a celebration in gratitude for the historic and evolving beer scene in Louisville, Kentucky.

The week will feature beer collaborations, panel discussions, and over twenty events put on by twenty-three breweries. And thirsty patrons can now be quenched like never before with a limited-edition “Pouring Twenties” 22 oz. commemorative cup that will be made available in participating brewery taprooms.

Visit Louisville Beer Week's website to learn about all participating breweries and schedule of events for the week! 

Cheers!

Jack O'Lantern Stroll 

Oct. 22nd - 6:00-9:00PM

Take a nice, Autumn stroll at St. Francis of Assisi on Bardstown Road this Friday. Hundreds of beautifully carved pumpkins will line the front of the Church for residents to view and enjoy.

There will be concessions to purchase as well as trick or treating stations for the kids! Mike Bush and the All Stars will be performing live all evening. Come out and join the party!

A $5 donation per child is asked to participate in the trick or treating. This event is hosted by Dreams With Wings.

1960 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY 40205

Cherokee Triangle Fall Festival

Oct. 23rd - 11:00AM-7:00PM

Nestled in beautiful Willow Park in the Cherokee Triangle neighborhood you will find a Festival that will put you in the perfect Fall mood. This festival will have live music, a cornhole tournament, used-book sale, plenty of food and boos, and lots of activities for the kids!

To register for the cornhole tournament click here.

This is a free event open to the public, no outside alcohol allowed.

1402 Willow Ave., Louisville, KY 40204

CRAFT Louisville 

Oct. 23rd - 6:00-10:00PM

You’re invited to join Cure CF to a party with a purpose! Dine on pizza from many of the best craft pizza makers in the city, sip on craft beer from local breweries, dance the night away listening to local musicians and raise money that will help put an end to Cystic Fibrosis. Together, you will change the definition of CF from that of a life-shortening, family-destroying, tomorrow-stealing disease into an acronym for CURE FOUND, all while partying the night away!

This is a ticketed event Ticket includes a night of sampling the best CRAFT Beer and Pizza Louisville has to offer, online auction, raffles, and inspiring stories and more!

2nd Street Bridge, Louisville, KY 40202

Louisville Earth Walk

Oct. 23rd - 9:00AM-12:00PM

Join fellow Louisvillians in the Louisville Earth Walk, a community celebration and non-competitive walk! Celebrate our beautiful planet while raising awareness and funds for organizations in our city that work to protect and improve the quality of life for all.

This year, register for either the 3.7K Cherokee Loop Walk beginning at Hogan's Fountain, or the Virtual/Free-Form option where registrants take part in their own walk on any of their favorite paths that day! 

Register today! 

Hogan's Fountain, Scenic Loop, Louisville, KY

Louisville Taco Festival 

Oct. 23rd & 24th 

Let's taco bout a delicious event! The Third Annual Taco Fest is happening on Fourth Street Live! Here you'll find 15 of the area's best restaurants & food purveyors dishing out a variety of $3 tacos (sold separately). There will be bars and beverage stations serving margaritas, tequila flights, ice cold beer, water, soda & more. In addition to all the food and drinks there will be Lucha Libre wrestling matches, giant yard games, hot pepper eating contests and more. This is a ticketed event. Buy tickets early here.

¡Qué rico!

434 S 4th St., Louisville, KY 40202

Hipster Fest

Oct. 23rd - 12:00-11:00PM

Roll up your jeans, grab your beanie and I don't care attitude and head to Falls City Brewing Co. for Hipster Fest. 

In Hipster Fest tradition, this year's Uber Hipster will be a a SMASH IPA brewed with Mosaic hops and Pilsen malt. Several local businesses will be set up, including TOZA Soap, Art With Whitney, Old 502 Winery, Hectare’s Wellness Innovations, and Staggeringly Delicious!

Kick off Louisville Beer Week with Hipster Fest! Or whatever. 

901 E Liberty St., Louisville, KY 40204

The Big Walk and Talk

Oct. 24th - 2:00-5:00PM

Every year The Big Table hosts an event in Iroquois Park. This year, they are pivoting to a new way to interact. One that feels safe, gets people moving and keeps people connected. 

So this year, for the first annual Big Walk and Talk, grab your favorite walking shoes, a friend and share your story with some new people to help make our community a better place! 

Here's what you can expect:

• Hosts will connect you with a small group of 2 or 3
• Use our conversation cards to share stories
• Walk the whole bridge or stay in the flat area at the base of the bridge
• Begin from either side of the bridge
• Join another group and do it again if you want!

Please register ahead of time here.

Haltoberfest Picnic

Oct. 24th - 1:00-3:00PM

This upcoming picnic for the Belknap neighborhood will be a wonderful time to gather with neighbors, enjoy live music, and eat and drink together! Neighbors are encouraged to bring their own picnic lunch and then follow it up with a popsicle from Steel City Pops who will be on site. 

Warheim Park, 1832 Overlook Ter., Louisville, KY 40205

Boo! At the Zoo

Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 1st - 30th

Halloween family fun at the Louisville Zoo is back for another year of kooky, spooky excitement! Hop on the Spooktacular Carousel, dodge the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow and get a sugar rush with trick-or-treating for kids 11 and under! 

5:00 PM to 8:30 PM, children 2 and under enter for free. Purchase tickets here. 

1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213

Jack O'Lantern Spectacular

Sept. 30th - Oct. 31st

5,000 pumpkins illuminate the night at Iroquois Park for this Halloween spectacular! Venture out to discover this year's theme and enjoy food and beverages at the Amphitheater. 

Open from dusk until 11PM weeknights, dusk until Midnight on Friday & Saturday.

Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended.

1801 Amphitheater Rd., Louisville, KY 40214

Pope Lick Haunted Woods

Sept. 24th - Oct. 23rd

For those looking for a fun fright, check out the happenings at the Pope Lick Haunted Woods at the Parklands this Halloween season! With live music, food & beverages, live performers and spooky movies on the big screen this is a great event for those craving a good scare. Admission is limited so purchase your tickets ahead of time here. 

Every Friday and Saturday, 8:00 PM to 1:00 AM. 

4002 S Pope Lick Rd., Louisville, KY 40299

Trunk or Treating Around Town

Happy Halloween from the Mayor's Office of Special Events! 

If you and your loved ones are looking for a fun Trunk or Treating event near you, OR you are interested in decorating your trunk and showing off your scary good skills, check out this list of several Trunk or Treat events happening around Louisville!