Upcoming Events
August 25th - 31st
Now through August 28th
The Kentucky State Fair is back for another year of fun! The unique, family-friendly 11-day festival celebrates local and statewide heritage through blue ribbon competitions, concerts, special exhibits and carnival rides.
This year features the FREE Texas Roadhouse Concert Series, World's Championship Horse Show, the 58th Annual Country Ham Breakfast and Charity Auction and so much more! You can see daily schedules here.
Save up to $10 by purchasing Advance Tickets which includes parking! Children 5 and under are free. Purchase tickets here.
937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY 40209
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August 25th, 7:30 p.m.
Join Louisville Laughs for the opening rounds of the Funniest Person in Louisville Contest! Comics from Louisville and beyond will compete to be among the chosen to move on to the finals and cash prizes.
The winners will be selected by voting from the audience and judges. Come support your favorites and enjoy laughs plus great drinks from Falls City Brewing.
Comics scheduled (subject to change):
Violet Olds
Zach Brumback
Andy Imlay
Kris Izzi
David Williams
Nathan Alexander
Danielle Schwolow
Luke Willoughby
June Dempsey
Dusty Carter
Tickets are $10 a person and can be purchased here.
901 E. Liberty St., Louisville, KY 40204
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August 25th to 28th
The Locust Grove Summer Book Sale returns to the auditorium at Locust Grove with a sale of donated used, new and remaindered books. All categories including travel, science, cookbooks, fiction, history, literature, childrens, reference and more are available at a variety of prices!
Reservations not required, but if room capacity is reached, access will be limited. Masks are strongly recommended as the room will get crowded.
Thursday, August 25th, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Members ONLY, memberships available in advance or at the door. Friday, August 26th - Sunday, August 28th, 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
561 Blankenbaker Ln., Louisville, KY 40207
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August 25th and 31st
Join Louisville's own Feast BBQ for a 10 year anniversary party at either their NuLu or Jeffersontown location!
On Thursday, August 25th, head to the NuLu location from 5 to 9 p.m. and enjoy great barbecue, frosty drinks, slushies, bluegrass music and a chance to win some Feast BBQ gifts.
Then on Wednesday, August 31st, get to the JTown location from 5 to 9 p.m. to take part in the festivities!
Both locations will host a Grand Prize giveaway where two lucky winners (one per location) can win a home BBQ package valued at over $1,000! Featuring a premium quality Oklahoma Joe’s Highland Offset Smoker, the Franklin Barbecue: A Meat-Smoking Manifesto cookbook, a pair of heat resistant BBQ gloves, a Feast BBQ Anniversary Edition T-Shirt, bottled Feast BBQ sauces and a $50 Feast BBQ gift card!
In addition, both locations will be doing surprise giveaways throughout the evening, a live 3-piece bluegrass band led by Anna Blanton will be performing and Feast's famous Ale-8 bourbon slushies will be available to purchase for just $1 each.
NuLu location: 909 E. Market St., Louisville, KY 40206
Jeffersontown location: 10318 Taylorsville Rd., Louisville, KY 40299
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August 26th, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Join The Filson Historical Society for an evening of Rock & Roll at the beautiful Oxmoor Farm Estate. Attendees bring their own chairs and picnics to enjoy an evening under the trees while rocking out with The Crashers, a fun, energetic, wildly popular local band.
Widely recognized as one of the nation’s best party bands, members of The Crashers have been certified as gold and platinum selling artists by the Recording Industry Association of America and The Canadian Recording Industry Association. They have also made appearances on The Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show Jay Leno, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, The Grand Ole Opry, MTV and many more.
Get tickets to Music Under the Trees here.
720 Oxmoor Ave., Louisville, KY 40222
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August 26th, 6 to 10 p.m.
Enjoy craft brews right in the heart of Historic Old Louisville! This Friday, in beautiful Central Park, enjoy live music with Indie band Bridge 19, six food trucks and summertime outdoor entertainment.
This is a family and pet-friendly event. Please leash your dog. Must have a valid ID to drink.
Tickets can be purchased day-of at the event or online in advance here.
1340 S. 4th St., Louisville, KY 40208
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August 27th, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Gather your friends and family to participate together in the Race to Cure Sarcoma this Saturday morning. The race will begin at the Big Four Bridge Lawn in Waterfront Park.
Create a fundraising team and challenge each other to hit your goals. Share your efforts on social media and use the hashtag #RTCSLouisville to connect with others who are participating.
Register for the Race to Cure Sarcoma here.
Registration:
Adult (14 and older): $35
Children (6 - 13): $10
Children 5 and Under: FREE
Have questions or an interest in serving as a volunteer? Contact us at events@curesarcoma.org.
Big Four Bridge Lawn, 1101 E. River Rd., Louisville, KY 40206
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August 27th, 12 to 6 p.m.
A fresh slice of history returns to St. Matthews on Saturday when the St. Matthews Potato Festival returns for the first time since 1952!
This reimagined festival will be produced by The Chamber of St. Matthews for The City of St. Matthews. Bringing good old-fashioned fun and plenty of nostalgia to the area this one-day event promises to be a-peel-ing to our area residents!
The entire family can enjoy bushels of fun well into the evening with something for everyone; from the Tasty Tater Cook-Off featuring area restaurants and food vendors showing off their special potato dish, to the Spud Putt a special hole in one contest and so much more! There will also be a wide selection of vendors including a craft show to showcase all your non-potato wares and a kids zone.
This event will take place at the St. Matthews Community Park and is free and open to the public.
310 Ten Pin Ln., St. Matthews, KY 40207
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August 27th, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Can you handle a 20 course meal? Try delicious tastes showcasing the diverse cuisine of South Louisville - Vietnamese, Haitian, BBQ & more!
Taste of South Louisville is the city's culinary event of the year. With more than 20 local restaurants and vendors, restaurants like Seafood Lady, Caribbean Cafe and Vietnam Kitchen will be serving memorable tastes all night. There will also be drinks available from Lady J's Lemonade, Sunergos and more with a cash bar available!
All proceeds go to South Louisville Community Ministries' mission, providing emergency assistance and compassionate advocacy to our neighbors in crisis.
Purchase tickets to Taste of South Louisville here.
700 Central Ave., Louisville, KY 40208
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August 27th, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Lift every voice and join the Filson Historical Society and Office for Women this Saturday for Women's Equality Day.
From 10 to 10:30 a.m., browse vendors and network among other attendees, then from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. enjoy featured speakers and performances.
Featured speakers and performances include: U of L Brandeis School of Law’s Enid-Trucios Haynes, HRC’s Education Committee Chair Dawn Wilson, Change Today, Change Tomorrow’s Taylor Ryan and The Real Young Prodigy’s.
This event is free and open to the public, RSVP here.
1310 S. 3rd St., Louisville, KY 40208
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August 27th, 5 to 9:30 p.m.
Come celebrate Brew at the Zoo & Wine Too and enjoy delicious tastings from craft breweries, wineries, animal encounters, and musical entertainment from the duo Kevin and Lauren. A selection of non-alcoholic products and water will also be provided.
All proceeds from this fundraising event will benefit the Louisville Zoo through education, conservation, preservation and cultivation projects.
VIP tickets are still available. VIP ticket holders receive event access at 4 p.m., one hour before all other event guests. VIP guests will also have access to special animal encounters (weather permitting), private restrooms and VIP areas with specialty beers and food just for our VIP guests! This also includes a special air-conditioned area in the Oasis Field.
Food trucks will be available as well to purchase food. Beer and wine available until 9 p.m. twenty (20) tickets for 2 oz. pours of beer or wine tastings are included with all ticket. Make sure to also bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on the Oasis field lawn!
Designated driver ticket purchasers will receive event access but will not receive drink tickets.
Ticket sales end on August 26th, purchase your tickets here.
1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213
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August 27th, 3 p.m.
BREAKING NEWS: The Zombie Attack is headed east from Fourth Street Live! at 6 p.m. to NuLu and ending at High Horse!
The world's longest running zombie walk established in Louisville and running from 2005 - 2015 is returning this year!
At 3 p.m., join all the zombies at Fourth Street Live! and enjoy food and drinks from surrounding businesses before heading out on this massive zombie walk!
411 S. 4th St., Louisville, KY 40202
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August 28th, 2 to 6 p.m.
CycLOUvia returns to Frankfort Avenue for the second event of 2022! Frankfort Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic between Pope Street and Stilz Avenue, with a facilitated crossing at Ewing Avenue.
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.
If your business or organization is interested in participating in CycLOUvia on Frankfort Avenue, please contact Rachel Casey at (502) 574-8272.
Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY 40206
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August 28th, 5 to 8 p.m.
As August ends, an Old Louisville tradition is once again renewed. Louisville Metro Council President David James (D-6) is presenting “Jazz in Central Park” this Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m.
“I feel many people look forward to this perfect way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon. There is a wide variety of artists who specialize in jazz and entertainment, and best of all its free and open to any and everyone,” said James. “Bring some friends and the family to Central Park and listen to some of the best jazz artists the area has to offer.”
Featured artist include:
Karen Chavis Band
Urban Jazz Coalition
Regina Troupe
Unlimited Show Band
Frankie Raymore & the Groove Masterz
1340 S. 4th St., Louisville, KY 40208
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August 31st, 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Kick off Bourbon Heritage Month with a very special bourbon dinner featuring Woodford Reserve on Wednesday, August 31st starting at 6pm. Hear from guest speaker, Woodford Reserve’s Master Distiller Chris Morris.
You’ll also enjoy a welcome cocktail, 4 course dinner, and a Woodford Reserve Flight including:
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
Woodford Reserve Rye
Woodford Reserve Malt
Woodford Reserve Batch Proof
Costs are $100 per person plus tax & gratuity. Reserve your spot by calling 502-894-8838 or emailing welovebourbon@bourbonsbistro.com
View the full menu here.
2255 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY, 40206
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August 31st, 5 to 10:30 p.m.
Get ready for another great installment of WFPK's Waterfront Wednesday!
This free concert series takes place on the Big Four Lawn in Louisville’s Waterfront Park. The Big Four Lawn is located next to the Big Four Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge. The gates open at 5 p.m., with music beginning promptly at 6 p.m. Performances for August 31st include Mark Charles (6 p.m.), Seratones (7:30 p.m.) and Joan Osborne (9 p.m.).
Bring your own lawn chairs or blanket. Outside alcohol is prohibited. No coolers, no glass, or pets.
Parking information can be found here.
1101 E. River Rd., Louisville, KY 40206
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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, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Beechmont Open Air Market - 4574 S. 3rd St. Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Beulah Farmers' Market - 6704 Bardstown Rd. Mondays, 3 to 7 p.m.
Brownsboro Road Farmers' Market - 4000 Brownsboro Rd. Thursdays, 3 to 6 p.m.
Crescent Hill Farmers' Market - 201 S. Peterson Ave. Thursday 3 to 6 p.m.
Douglass Loop Farmers' Market - 2005 Douglass Blvd. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
East End Farmers' Market - 13060 Factory Ln. Tuesdays, 5 to 7 p.m.
Eastwood Village Farmers' Market - North Beckley Paddling Access, 500 Beckley Creek Pkwy. Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
J-Town Farmers' Market - 10434 Watterson Trl. Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Middletown Farmers' Market - 11721 Main St. Wednesdays, 3 to 6 p.m.
Norton Commons Farmers' Market - 6301 Moonseed St. Sundays, 12 to 4 p.m.
Phoenix Hill NuLu Farmers' Market - 1007 E. Jefferson St. Tuesdays, 3 to 6 p.m.
Prospect Area Farmers' Market - 12900 W. Hwy. 42, Saturdays 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Rainbow Blossom Farmers' Market - 3738 Lexington Rd. Sundays 12 to 4 p.m.
Riverside Farmers' Market - 7410 Moorman Rd. Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
St. Matthews Farmers' Market - 4100 Shelbyville Rd. Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
West End Farmers' Market - 1821 W. Jefferson St. Select Saturdays
Westport Rd. Baptist Farmers' Market - 9705 Westport Rd. Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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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July 6th through September 3rd
Beyond Van Gogh is a new, truly immersive experience. While other shows use virtual reality or still images, Beyond Van Gogh breaks barriers by incorporating both still and moving art. Masterpieces, now freed from frames, come alive, appear and disappear, and flow across multi-surfaces.
Enjoy over 300 pieces of art over a 30,000 square foot area, including the iconic classics "The Starry Night", "Sunflowers", and "Café Terrace at Night". The show is accompanied with a beautiful score and many other surprises!
Hours of operation are as follows:
Sunday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (last entry 7 p.m.)
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (last entry 7 p.m.)
Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. (last entry 8 p.m.)
Purchase your tickets here.
Kentucky International Convention Center, Exhibit Hall B
221 S. 4th St., Louisville KY 40202
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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!
WorldFest - September 2nd through 5th, at the Belvedere
Fleur de Flea Vintage Urban Outdoor Market - Saturday, September 3rd, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Waterfront Plaza
Hike, Bike & Paddle - Monday, September 5th, 8 a.m. at the Louisville Community Boathouse
Oktoberfest - September 9th & 10th at the German-American Club
AARP Brain Health Walk - Friday, September 9th, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Chickasaw Park *register by September 2nd*
Latin Music Awards KY - Friday, September 16th, 8 p.m. at Fourth Street Live!
Bourbon & Beyond - September 15th through 18th at the Kentucky Exposition Center
Louder Than Life - September 22nd through 25th at the Kentucky Exposition 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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