WorldFest, presented by Louisville Third Century, is celebrating it's 20th year and invites you to the Belvedere for four full days of music, food and fun! 

WorldFest is a free, family-friendly event that showcases many different backgrounds and cultures that make Louisville a more diverse, inclusive and vibrant city.

With more than 50 different food vendors, attendees can taste foods from India, Thailand, Mexico, Jamaica and beyond! For those 21 and over, enjoy a refreshing beer from Stella Artois and Anheuser-Busch with classics from around the world. 

This year, there will be limited edition tie-dye WorldFest t-shirts for sale while supplies last! While at the event, check your map for the Vendor Services tent to grab one of these fun and colorful t-shirts. White t-shirts will also be available. 

The Naturalization Ceremony is being hosted at the Muhammad Ali Center on Friday at 1:30 p.m. Over 60 individuals will officially become U.S. citizens. This event is open to the public.

Saturday at noon, the Parade of Cultures returns to Downtown! Watch as more than 30 countries represented by Louisville citizens dazzle the street with native clothing, costumes and dancing. 

The parade will march from 5th and Market Streets to the top of the Belvedere on the Overlook Stage. Make sure to arrive early to ensure a great view! 

Be sure to enjoy free children's activities in the YMCA Children's International Activity Zone! On Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., bring the kids for face painting, crafts such as Brazilian Carnival Masks, Art Around the World and more. 

WorldFest will feature three entertainment stages showcasing more than 70 musical acts, headliners include: Maestro J, Carly Johnson, Milenio, Frankie Raymore & the GrooveMasters, Gary Brewer & the Kentucky Ramblers and many other talented musicians.

Multiple dance groups from all over the globe will entertain attendees with impressive choreography and stunning outfits on all three stages. 

On Saturday and Sunday afternoons you can experience the Global Village with performances by groups such as Mexico Lindo Dance, Envy Dance Team and more on the Overlook Stage! 

Then also on the Overlook Stage on both Saturday and Sunday nights, event goers can enjoy themed nights of Fiesta Latina on Saturday and Junkanoo Reggae Jams on Sunday. Fiesta Latina will also include a salsa dance lesson and performance by Mas Flow Band. 

Keep an eye out for signs around the Belvedere with the QR code on them to sign up to win a pair of 4-day passes to either Louder Than Life or Bourbon & Beyond! Two winners will be drawn each day! There is also the opportunity to win tickets to the Louisville Zoo! Head up to the Children's Area on Saturday and Sunday for a chance to sign up to win! 

Don't forget to do some shopping while at WorldFest! With dozens of unique craft and clothing booths to choose from, there is guaranteed to be something that will catch your eye! 

WorldFest hours are: 

Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Monday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Thank you to the sponsors who make WorldFest possible: Louisville Third Century, Passport Health Plan by Molina Healthcare, Stella Artois & Anheuser-Busch, GE Appliances a Haier Company, YMCA of Greater Louisville, Pepsi, Park Community Credit Union, McDonald's of Greater Louisville, Lexington and Southern Indiana, JBS, Galt House Hotel, Al Dia en America and WLKY.

Travel the world without ever leaving the city this weekend at the 20th anniversary of WorldFest! 

The Mayor's Hike, Bike & Paddle event returns for the second time in 2022 on Labor Day, Monday, September 5th. 

This is the 18th year and 36th edition of Hike, Bike & Paddle presented by Norton Sports Health. The event kicks off at the Louisville Community Boathouse, 1325 River Road, at 8 a.m.

At 8 a.m., attendees can enjoy various activities to get them warmed up including yoga with Yoga East, Tai Chi with Nu Chapter Tai Chi Chuan & QiGo Institute and Zumba with Nu Image Fitness. 

Attendees will be able to also visit the tents of several local businesses and groups starting at 8 a.m. These include the Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky (BIAK) who will be fitting 500 helmets for cyclists who do not have one, the Louisville Cricket Club, 502 Dragon Boats, Louisville Rowing Club and many more! 

Scheller's Cycling will have the Inflation Station set up and ready to fill up any bicycle tires that need air! 

For the first 2,000 attendees there will be free Hike, Bike & Paddle t-shirts, look for the t-shirt tent and get in line to grab a shirt while supplies last! 

Also this year, look for the signs with the QR codes for a chance to sign up to win a pair of 4-day passes to either Louder Than Life or Bourbon & Beyond! Sign up between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. to win and the Mayor will announce the winners on stage! 

The event also features some fun and exciting routes for attendees. Starting shortly after 9 a.m., all attendees will be released to embark on their Hike, Bike or Paddle! With new routes for both the Bike and Paddle and a new, longer route for Hikers, there will be something for every person of every level and ability. 

Check out this year's Hike, Bike & Paddle routes here:

Hike

Bike 

Paddle *Attention Paddlers: For those driving to the Paddle Parking Lot, please arrive before 8:30 a.m. to avoid road closures* 

Thank you to our sponsors who help make Hike, Bike & Paddle possible: Norton Sports Health, Louisville Sports Commission, River City Paddle Sports, Waterfront Park, Louisville Community Boathouse and WLKY.