Upcoming Events
March 24th - 30th
March 24th to 27th, 10:00AM - 4:30PM
The Locust Grove Spring Book Sale returns to the auditorium at Locust Grove with a five-day sale of donated used, new, and remaindered books. All prices, all categories, including travel, science, cookbooks, fiction, history, literature, children's, reference, and more!
Reservations are not required, however Locust Grove reserves the option to limit access if room capacity is reached.
561 Blankenbaker Ln., Louisville, KY 40207
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March 25th, 6:00 - 7:00PM
Join Mayor Greg Fischer and members of the Ukrainian community on Friday at 6 p.m. for a rally to support the people of Ukraine and nonprofit organizations working in Ukraine and other countries impacted by war.
For more information visit the website, and head over to the Facebook event page to share with your friends.
527 W. Jefferson St., Louisville, KY 40202
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March 26th & 25th
This weekend in La Grange, enjoy many fun Derby related activities!
Friday evening from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., enjoy fun activities and come dressed in Royal attire & costumes for the Royal Ball. Tickets to the Ball can be purchased here.
On Saturday, at 2 p.m. check out the beautiful Derby hats at Judith M. Millinery Supply House on Main Street. They will be showcasing over 30 Milliners from the United States. Then at 3 p.m. at Main Street Boutique, the official Kentucky Derby Princesses will be hosting a fashion show as well! The kids can have some fun that day with the Kids' Derby! Kids can craft a noodle Derby horse from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (or until supplies run out) and the race begins at 1 p.m.!
Main St., La Grange, KY 40031
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March 26th, 12:00 - 6:00PM
This weekend, the best Bock & Wurst Fest returns to NuLu for 2022! NuLu is home to two coincidentally named alleys - Nanny Goat Strut and Billy Goat Strut, thus making it a fitting place for the Bock Beer Fest! Drink locally brewed, blessed bock beers, and enjoy safe and fun racing of the goats on Market & Clay Street.
The 2022 NuLu Bock Fest will be a day full of great traditions, beer and fun! What's the Wurst part? Wurst is a German word for Sausage and local breweries and chefs will partner to make Kentucky Proud sausages for the judging.
P.S. Don't forget, all goat costumes, and fashions will be encouraged!
E. Market St., Louisville, KY 40206
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March 26th, 12:00 - 5:00PM
Join Billy's Chili and Sandwiches for their annual Chili Cook Off in Logan Street Market!
Your commemorative cup is your ticket to taste Louisville's best chili from Logan Street Market vendors and local greater Germantown restaurants and residents. The battle for the Golden Crockpot will begin at 12 p.m. with prizes awarded by our panel judges.
$10 pre-sale or $15 at the door gets you your wristband for your commemorative cup and voting for the People's Choice Awards. There will also be plenty of raffles for great Door Prizes!
Purchase your tickets here.
1001 Logan St., Louisville, KY 40204
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March 26th, 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Tired of your Derby hat? Need a new one this year? Head to the Derby Hat Exchange presented by Dress for Success Louisville! All you need to do is bring a gently used or new Derby Hat to participate. There will be a wall of hats to choose from. Find a hat you love, exchange your hat for the new and dreamy hat, and that’s it! You can even exchange your hat as many times as you want. Don’t have a Derby Hat? Don’t worry, they have plenty of extras.
In addition to a fun hat swap there will be a Derby-themed silent auction as well as raffles!
The cost to exchange your Derby hat is $35 a ticket and include unlimited hat exchanges, brunch bites & cocktails, and a fun, festive time! Tickets can be purchased here.
118 E. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202
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March 26th, 7:00PM
Sparkle Ball is back! Come and rock out at Art Sanctuary!
Get ready for an evening of fun and friendship at the 80’s inspired glitter extravaganza! They will have their GRL merch (OLL merch coming later this year) and will be auctioning custom record players, customized by local artists!
Doors at 7 p.m., Rock Lottery starts at 8 p.m. Masks are required for this event. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door.
1433 S. Shelby St., Louisville, KY 40217
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March 26th, 7:00 - 9:00PM
There are few things as beautiful as Louisville at night. Whether you’re admiring the sunset or dancing in the moonlight, enjoy yourself out on the river with a gentle breeze and a delicious cocktail. There will be live music for your enjoyment, so get your tickets today and enjoy this relaxing, fun evening cruise!
Moonlight Cruises are two-hour excursions on the Mary M. Miller. Tickets can be purchased here.
401 W. River Rd., Louisville, KY
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⚜ Happening All Month Long! ⚜
March 5th to May 15th
In 1951, two women, with their Heinz terrier, “Pickles”, bought a trailer, packed up their equipment, closed up their Long Beach “Hobby Looms Studio” and started on a year-long tour across the United States and Canada promoting their idea of using algebraic expressions to write weaving drafts.
These two women were Mathematician, Ada K. Dietz, and Textile Artist, Ruth E. Foster. Their work made a definitive contribution to creative folk-art growth, including inspiring the beginnings of the Cross Country Weavers (CCW) in 1957. In collaboration for this exhibit, current members of the group have created new interpretations of Algebraic Expressions to be shown alongside the Loomhouse’s collection of original woven samples and artifacts from the writing and publishing of Algebraic Expressions in Handwoven Textiles draft book, and Dietz and Foster’s tour across the country.
Gallery hours are Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., and Saturday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Opening reception is Saturday, March 5, 2 - 4 p.m., free and open to the public.
328 Kenwood Hill Rd., Louisville, KY 40214
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March 18th to June 5th
See the Zoo in a whole new light as you enjoy one of the largest lantern festivals in the nation featuring thousands of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED light bulbs.
Embark on a journey to the far east as you stroll alongside dramatic cultural displays celebrating the rich heritage and craftsmanship of lantern artisans. Dramatic archways illuminate the way on a magical journey past colorful peacocks, slithering serpents, and a beautiful African savanna. Majestic butterflies beckon you into a world of larger-than-life insects and animals from all around the world. Kids (or kids at heart) can become part of the magic while swaying on our glowing moonlight swings or stepping inside a gigantic kaleidoscope for some whirling, twirling fun. The wonder of Wild Lights is sure to create glowing smiles and bright memories for guests of all ages.
Opening night is Friday, March 18th. Wild Lights will be open every Thursday through Sunday until June 5th.
General Public tickets are $20, members $17, and children 2 and under are free. Purchase your tickets ahead of time here!
1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213
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Every Saturday & Sunday in March & April
Come visit Louisville's pop-up flea market, with food trucks, craft beer & cocktails, great vendors, live music, entertainment & more!
For those interested in becoming a vendor at the Flea Off Market, click here. This event is free and open to the public. Hours are Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
1000 E. Market St., Louisville, KY 40206
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