Upcoming Events
June 2nd - 8th
June 3rd - 9th
The Annual Ali Festival will take place in Muhammad Ali’s hometown to mark the anniversary of Ali’s passing and to celebrate his worldwide impact and love for Louisville. The community celebration will include an array of events including fitness, art, history, community service, family activities and discounts.
Upcoming events include:
June 3rd - The “Daughters of Greatness” breakfast series which honors prominent women engaged in social change, activism, and pursuits of justice. This longstanding event provides a place for dialogue and discussion on current issues of justice, community engagement and social movements within the Louisville area and beyond. Hot breakfast is served.
June 4th - The Ali Center is partnering with Trolley de ’Ville to offer a 90-minute tour of Louisville celebrating Muhammad’s life by taking guests on a tour of “Muhammad significant sites” like his childhood home; alma mater Central High School; and final resting place, Cave Hill Cemetery. Tickets are $40 per person and include admission to the Muhammad Ali Center exhibits.
June 7th - In collaboration with Change Today Change Tomorrow, the University of Louisville Ali Institute of Peace and Justice will spend a day of service to the Louisville community. It starts at 11 a.m. with a volunteer opportunity to distribute groceries, and goes all day to a food drive at the Presley Post.
And so many more great events. Visit their website to learn more about all the events that are happening this week for Ali Festival.
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June 3rd & 4th
This weekend the Kentuckiana Blues Society and Check's Cafe will host the 12th Germantown Schnitzelburg Blues Festival at the corner of Hickory Street and Burnett Ave. The street festival with an outdoor stage will have three bands on Friday and three on Saturday. Admission is free and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Lemonade for Life. The schedule of events for 2022 is as follows:
Friday, June 3rd -
- The Juggernaut Jug Band featuring Marjorie Marshall - 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
- Jim Diamond Revue featuring The Groove Syndicate - 8:30 - 10:00 p.m.
- The Revelators - 10:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Saturday, June 4rd -
- Louisville Fats & the Rhythm Cats - 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
- Cheryl Renée and Sweet Alice Hoskins - 8:30 - 10:00 p.m.
- Blackjack Davey & The Rhythm Kings - 10:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
1101 E. Burnett Ave., Louisville, KY 40217
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June 3rd, 7:00 p.m.
Nitro Circus: Good, Bad & Rad presented by A SHOC is coming to the Louisville Slugger Field. The show is built from the core, driven by unbelievable content and crazy new contraptions that fuel the sketchy, scary and risky dangers of big-air action sports entertainment.
This all-new show features Nitro Circus stars like the Contraption Kings - three-time X Games gold medalist Williams, all-around stunt master Dusty Wygle, decorated BMX athlete Kurtis Downs (also a TBS “Go-Big Show” finalist), BMX pro Todd Meyn and cool under pressure rider Josh Roberts - along with fellow “America’s Got Talent: Extreme” competitor Fotheringham, whose refusal to let his wheelchair limit him has inspired fans from Nitro Circus shows to the Paralympic Games.
Learn more about the Nitro Circus here. And get your tickets here!
Slugger Field, 401 E. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202
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June 3rd & 4th
Come to Greek Fest to find your favorite Greek fast foods, pastries and desserts to treat your taste buds, entertain yourself with live Greek music from the Kostas Kastanis Band, the Hellenic Dancers, and enjoy our Greek vendors!
Hours are Friday 6 to 10 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
930 Ormsby Ln., Louisville, KY 40242
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June 3rd & 4th
This weekend enjoy the 46th Portland Festival celebrating Portland pride! All are welcome to experience food, games, rides, art, crafts, music, and fellowship among friends, old and new, young and old!
This is a free, family-friendly event. Hours are Friday from 5 to 11 p.m. and Saturday from 1 to 11 p.m. for more information, visit the Portland Festival website.
3329 Northwestern Pkwy, Louisville, KY
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June 3rd - 5th
Everybody’s Favorite BBQ & Hot Sauce Festival is an inviting diverse event that highlights the aroma of America’s best barbecue vendors while bringing together a multi-cultural outdoor social setting that is sure to evoke a spirit of love, unity and memories among all those in attendance. The festival is a 3-Day event honoring musical legends each day.
The BBQ & Hot Sauce Festival is a celebratory platform commemorating local teachers each day from K-12 who will be awarded a “Medal of Honor” for their amazing journey of work.
Coming to Water Tower Park, gates open Friday at 5 p.m., Saturday at 3p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m.
Get your tickets here.
305 River Rd., Louisville, KY 40206
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June 4th, 11:00AM - 4:00 p.m.
Join Americana World Community Center this Saturday at Iroquois Park for a family-friendly, multicultural celebration! The event will feature diverse international performances and cuisines, activities for children, and an array of community resources and vendors.
This event is free to attend, fun for the whole family, and celebrates everything that makes Louisville special.
5216 New Cut Rd., Louisville, KY 40214
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June 4th
Join Fourth Street Live! for Louisville Wine Walk this Saturday! Walk through Fourth Street Live! and enjoy wine tastings, food sampling, live music, and more!
VIP Admission includes early entry, souvenir tasting glass, wine tastings, 2 full glass of favorite varietal, 4 food vouchers, access to VIP area with exclusive tasting stations and private bathrooms.
General Admission includes souvenir tasting glass, wine tastings, and full glass of favorite varietal.
This is a 21+ event, tickets can be purchased here.
411 S. 4th St., Louisville, KY 40202
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June 4th, 8:00 a.m.
The Parklands 5K Walk & Run supports The Parklands Fund, the annual fund campaign that raises money to support maintenance and operations of The Parklands, which does not receive tax dollars for annual operations. The Parklands is open 365 days a year with zero entry fee. It features over 60 miles of trails for hiking and biking—including a mountain bike park and a 19-mile, ADA-certified, multi-use paved trail that spans the length of the park—and 22 miles of paddling trail along Floyds Fork. Thanks to community support, a safe, clean, fun and beautiful experience is provided during millions of visits to The Parklands every year.
In addition to supporting the parks you know and love, each participant will receive a race medal and the 2022 t-shirt, pictured below, featuring new artwork for the 4th Annual 5K!
Registration ends June 4th, sign up here to participate.
1421 Beckley Creek Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40245
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June 4th & 5th
Held the first weekend in June and located in one of Louisville's oldest neighborhoods, set against the backdrop of historic homes from the late 1800s, below a canopy of trees, sits the Butchertown Art Fair.
Featuring handcrafted artwork from more than 60 artists, the Butchertown Art Fair is an annual landmark event that takes place on the first weekend in June and showcases diverse, high-quality artists from throughout the region and beyond. Complementing the art with Louisville's best food trucks, top-notch beverage selections, and the classic tree-canopied ambiance of Franklin and Campbell Streets, the Butchertown Art Fair celebrates the vibrant, historic identity of the Butchertown neighborhood and sustains the identity of the neighborhood through the funds it generates.
Proceeds from the Butchertown Art Fair directly benefit community development and preservation of the historic Butchertown neighborhood. Each year we also select a local nonprofit organization, using the art fair and other neighborhood events as a venue to raise awareness and resources for a good cause.
Hours are Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
800 - 900 blocks of Franklin St., Louisville, KY
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June 5th, 2:00 - 6:00 p.m.
CycLOUvia is your opportunity to experience Louisville as you never have before, by walking, cycling, skateboarding, or dancing in the street. Streets account for a massive amount of public land in all cities. CycLOUvia repurposes these public spaces by temporarily replacing traditional vehicular traffic with pedestrian traffic. Streets become paved parks where people of all ages, abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds can come to improve their mental, physical, and emotional health.
Main Street will be closed to vehicular traffic between 10th Street and Wenzel Street, with facilitated crossings at 8th Street, 2nd Street, and Clay Street.
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June 5th, 6:45 a.m.
Join the Louisville Bicycle Club for the 42nd Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour. This year's ride will go through historic Oldham County. The start and finish are from the beautiful grounds of Yew Dell Botanical Gardens.
The 42nd OKHT will have three routes. A 62.1 (100k), 40-mile and 20-mile option. And the World Famous Homemade Cookie stop is back! Packet Pick Up & Registration are from 6:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., and the pancake breakfast opens at 6:45 a.m.
For more information on the ride and to sign up, visit their website.
6220 Old LaGrange Rd., Crestwood, KY 40014
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This summer, make sure to check out all the great Farmers' Markets we have to offer in Louisville!
Bardstown Road Farmers' Market - 1733 Bardstown Rd. Saturdays, 9am to 12 pm
Beechmont Open Air Market - 4574 S. 3rd St. Saturdays, 8am to 12pm
Beulah Farmers' Market - 6704 Bardstown Rd. Mondays, 3 to 7 pm
Brownsboro Road Farmers' Market - 4000 Brownsboro Rd. Thursdays, 3 to 6 pm
Douglass Loop Farmers' Market - 2005 Douglass Blvd. Saturdays, 10 am to 2 pm
East End Farmers' Market - 13060 Factory Ln. Tuesdays, 5 to 7 pm
J-Town Farmers' Market - 10434 Watterson Trl. Saturdays, 8 am to 12:30 pm
Middletown Farmers' Market - 11721 Main St. Wednesdays, 3 to 6 pm
Norton Commons Farmers' Market - 6301 Moonseed St. Sundays, 12 to 4 pm
Phoenix Hill NuLu Farmers' Market - 1007 E. Jefferson St. Tuesdays, 3 to 6 pm
Prospect Area Farmers' Market - 12900 W. Hwy. 42, Saturdays 9 am to 12:30 pm
Rainbow Blossom Farmers' Market - 3738 Lexington Rd. Sundays 12 to 4 pm
Riverside Farmers' Market - 7410 Moorman Rd. Sundays, 10am to 2pm
St. Matthews Farmers' Market - 4100 Shelbyville Rd. Saturdays, 8 am to 12 pm
West End Farmers' Market - 1821 W. Jefferson St. Select Saturdays
Westport Rd. Baptist Farmers' Market - 9705 Westport Rd. Saturdays 9 am to 1 pm
Now through 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 Wednesday now through October
Each Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. experience Food Truck Wednesdays at 4th Street between Jefferson and Market Streets! Louisville Downtown Partnership has curated many amazing food trucks to serve lunchtime patrons each Wednesday through October!
The street will be closed off to foot traffic only from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each week. Food trucks will serve food from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Come on over to 4th Street and eat some delicious, local food!
S. 4th Street between Jefferson and Market, Louisville, KY
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With so many great upcoming events this summer you don't want to miss out! Don't worry, we'll give lots more info as we get closer to the date! For now, mark your calendar and get ready for your favorite events!
Kentucky Craft Bash - Saturday, June 11th, 1 p.m. at Festival Plaza at Waterfront Park.
Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration - The multi-day Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration will be happening soon! Keep an eye out for upcoming newsletters with detailed events. Events begin June 11th and go through June 19th.
FunkFest - Saturday, June 18th, 2 p.m. at Waterfront Park.
Kentuckiana Pride Festival - Saturday, June 18th, 12 to 10 p.m. at the Big Four Lawn.
U of L Football Camp - Ages 7-14. Saturday, June 25th, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center.
Make sure to follow the Around Lou Social Media pages to stay up to date on even more fun happening Around Lou!
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