Upcoming Events
September 15th - 21st
Now through September 18th
What started as a small street party in 1969, has grown to become the 5th largest festival in the region, and has taken its place as one of the top 20 festivals in the Southeast!
Centered in the small-town ambiance of Gaslight Square, the festival has evolved into an eight-day extravaganza that has become a time-honored tradition of Jeffersontown.
Activities continue this weekend with the Gaslight Balloon Glow, Festival, Farmers Market and Car Show! With so many activities planned, it is sure to be a fun-filled, family-friendly weekend!
10434 Watterson Trail, Jeffersontown, KY 40299
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September 15th to 18th
After two years, too long Bourbon and Beyond is back!
Join in celebrating with the world’s finest bourbon, culinary and music festival experiences featuring Pearl Jam, Chris Stapleton, Kings of Leon, Jack White, Brandi Carlile, Alanis Morissette, Greta Van Fleet, The Doobie Brothers 50th Anniversary and many more of your favorite artists on three stages!
Check out hands-on bourbon workshops & tastings, culinary programming with celebrity chefs, and the return of favorites like The Kroger Big Bourbon Bar, The Silver Dollar Hunter’s Club, Jim Beam Tiki Barrel Bar and so much more!
Tickets are still available for purchase here!
Highland Festival Grounds, 1016 Phillips Ln., Louisville, KY 40209
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September 16th, 7 p.m.
The biggest night of Latin Music in Kentucky! With more than 60 artists nominated for the awards, come out to enjoy live performances, awards, a red carpet, dancing and more.
General Admission into the Awards Show is free, VIP tickets are paid and can be purchased here.
Programming:
7 to 8 p.m.: Red carpet & networking
8 to 10 p.m.: Awards ceremony, show and live performances by +Flow Band, A-Corde, Daglio, Tina DeAlderete, Asly Toro, Yariel, Daniel Whit, Giovani, El Dominante, Adrian Raylo, DJ el Ja and Itakma Luna
Stick around for an awesome after party on the second floor of Fourth Street Live! from 10:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. with DJ All Sensation and KY Salsa Allstars. Tickets are sold separately and can be purchased at the door ($10).
Come dressed to impress!
411 S. 4th St., Louisville, KY 40202
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September 16th, 6:30 to 11 p.m.
Join Russell: A Place of Promise for a groovy night of Soul Train-inspired dancing, dinner and more at the Russell Got Soul Soiree, a 1970s themed event at Louisville Central Community Center.
Ticket prices include dinner provided by Platinum Plates and two drink tickets for 1970s themed cocktails, beer or wine.
Celebrate the winners of the very first Promise of People and Promise of Place Awards, relax and unwind to music by DJ Always, browse a pop-up record store curated by Brent Barnett, find some funky fashion at a 1970's-themed thrift shop sponsored by Goodwill and dance the night away at a silent disco featuring DJ Bombshell, DJ DNasti and DJ John Q.
CDC Guidelines will be followed for this event - please bring and wear a mask when you are unable to maintain social distance! Masks provided as needed.
Tickets can be purchased for $50 at Eventbrite through 9 p.m. on September 16, or for $60 (cash only) at the door. Purchase a Russell Homecoming t-shirt at the door for $10 (cash only).
For the full schedule of Homecoming weekend events, click here!
1300 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd., Louisville, KY 40203
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September 16th, 5 to 10 p.m.
After Hours is back at the Speed, mark your calendars! Every third Friday of the month, the Museum will be open until 10 p.m. Each After Hours event comes alive with an eclectic mix of music, performances, a cash bar & food available by Wiltshire at the Speed and of course art! Come experience the Speed after hours as you’ve never experienced it before.
Programming:
5 – 8 p.m.: Art Making activity, Helen LaFrance inspired “Memory Jars”
5:15 p.m.: Kentucky Women: Helen LaFrance gallery tour with curator Erika Holmquist-Wall
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.: Girl Code presentation. Girl Code is a monthly event that celebrates and uplifts women storytelling. Robin Garner, Rheonna Thornton, and Hannah Drake will be presenting.
6 p.m.: Peter Von Kant screening in Speed Cinema, tickets sold separately.
6:30 p.m.: Gallery Talk in the Satterwhite Gallery with Louisville artist, Gaela Erwin. She will speak about the creation of her drawing, Licia and Neema, which is currently hanging in this gallery and is a part of The Speed Collects: Empires to Revolutions, 1700 – 1825.
7 – 7:45 p.m.: The Promise panel talk with moderator: Toya Northington, and panelists, Roberto Visani & Dr. Gaberiel Jones Jr..
8 – 10 p.m.: Musical performance by Sheryl Rouse.
2035 S. 3rd St., Louisville, Kentucky 40208
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September 17th, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Join the Kentucky Science Center this weekend to celebrate the return of our World’s Fair dinosaur and all things prehistoric!
Break it down with costumed dinosaur characters at the Dino Dance Party, meet modern reptiles courtesy of the Herpetological Society, try your hand at paleontology-themed maker activities in the MakerPlace or get up close and personal with Dinosaurs of Antarctica on their 4-story screen!
Be there at noon for the official reveal of the winning name for the triceratops. Most activities are included free of charge with general admission passes. Get your tickets ahead of time here.
727 W. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202
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September 17th, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
The Louisville Pride Festival returns to the Highlands! Join the community and celebrate with music, food, art, vendors, and more!
Some performers that day are Kiana & the Sun Kings, Mary Mary, The Sheryl Rouse Band, Local Legends Drag Show, DJ Sam Gee and more! Check out also the CommUNITY Stage featuring Drag Daddy Productions, Redline Performing Arts, Time Slip Theatre Company and much more!
This event is free and open to the public, for more details visit the Pride Foundation website!
Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY 40204
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September 17th, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Recovery is for everyone! Come together to celebrate recovery month at the U of L Student Activities Center. The Rally for Recovery is an annual event organized by people in long term recovery from a substance use disorder, their families, and friends.
Liz Everman returns as the emcee for this event.
To honor the lives of those lost in 2021, a butterfly release ceremony will take place at the end of the rally.
To host a table at the Rally for Recovery pay a registration fee of $50.00 per table here. You supply your own table and chairs and a small pop-up tent if you wish.
2100 S. Floyd St., Louisville, KY 40208
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September 17th, 1 to 4 p.m.
Head to the Waterfront Botanical Gardens this Saturday to celebrate sustainability in our community! This event is FREE for all and fun for families and the planet.
Enjoy crafts and hands-on activities, play games, and learn about some of the environmental heroes in our city. Come in your best garden-inspired costume to join in the contest and parade!
Stay cool with refreshments from Kona Ice, Apocalypse Brew Works and Fante's Coffee House. Check out activities like Recycling Fun with Public Works, Storytelling with BeBe the Bumblebee, T-Shirt Printing with Steam Exchange and so much more!
1435 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY 40206
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September 17th, 3 to 8 p.m.
This Saturday join others of the Russell community for the Russell Family Block Party, part of the Russell Homecoming Weekend 2022!
Get the family together for an afternoon of celebration! Shop with local, Black vendors, grab a free plate on RPOP and get to know your neighbors! Local food trucks will be on site, performances begin at 4 p.m.
This is a free, family-friendly event.
S. 18th St. & W. Muhammad Ali Blvd., Louisville, KY 40203
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September 17th, 8:30 to 10 a.m.
Start your day with a refreshing cocktail as you learn how to create your own pollinator garden from Zoo experts.
This special 21+ class includes guidance on the types of plants that are most beneficial to attracting pollinators, how to identify the best location and type of garden for your space, and how to manage your plants to provide the best habitat year round.
Enjoy mimosas and pastries during the class and then take home your very own milkweed plant. Wrap your morning up with a visit to the native plant sale, hosted by Ironweed Native Plant Nursery and purchase some additional plants to start your own habitat at home.
Get your tickets here.
1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213
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September 17th, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Join Monnik Louisville in taking over Hickory Street for the Schnitzelburg Walk & Rock Festival! Enjoy a brat or pub pretzel, grab a beverage, listen to live music and shop.
The Flea Off Market will be popping up from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and live music will be going from 6 to 11 p.m. Live music will feature Overchoice, Turbo Nut, Tall Squares and Buck the Taxidermist.
The Schnitzelburg Rock & Walk is free and open to the public. It is a family-friendly and dog-friendly outdoor event.
1036 E. Burnett Ave., Louisville, KY 40217
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September 18th, 5 to 11 p.m.
Come kick it with DJ Nifty & DJ Znyce at the Impressions Rooftop Venue in downtown! Enjoy games, drinks and great company at this Sunday Funday day party!
General admission is $20 and can be purchased here.
737 S. 3rd St., Louisville, KY 40202
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September 18th, 3 p.m.
The Southern Soul Music Festival is coming to Whitney Hall at the Kentucky Performing Arts Center. Experience all your favorite soulful hits and top songs featuring Tucka, Sir Charles Jones, Pokey Bear, Nellie “Tiger” Travis, Ronnie Bell and Theodis Ealey. The festival will be hosted by Miami’s own comedian Marvin Dixon.
Doors open at 3 p.m., show begins at 4 p.m.
Get your tickets here.
501 W. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202
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September 18th, 4 to 6 p.m.
Every Sunday this month, enjoy the Sundays in September Jazz Festival at Tyler Park! This Sunday sit back and relax as Carly Johnson and Craig Wagner perform.
The event also features food trucks and beer from West 6th Brewing as well as a raffle with items from local businesses! the festival takes place in the lower portion of the park. Bring your chairs or blanket, check out the park improvements, new sprayground and playground and enjoy fantastic jazz!
This event is family-friendly and free to the public.
Tyler Park Dr., Louisville, KY 40204
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September 21st, 5 p.m.
Who's ready for a Louder Than Life pre-party? Check out Localer Than Life, the un-official pre-party just across the bridge!
Admission is free with proof of Louder Than Life tickets, $10 entry without festival tickets. Check out bands like Foxbat, Cruel Queen, A Rumor Of War, Hollow Valley and more!
Want a shot at winning some tickets to Louder Than Life? A jello wrestling competition will determine the winner!
Localer Than Life is a 21+ only event.
1005 W. Market St., Jeffersonville, IN 47130
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Oktoberfest (various locations)
Tis' the season for brats and Märzen! Check out these upcoming Oktoberfest celebrations happening this week:
Gordon Biersch Fest Bier Tapping - Sept. 14th, Boom Pah Pah will be providing the entertainment until 9 pm. They are serving some classic GB German entrees such as the Chicken Schnitzel and Sausage Platter to celebrate Oktoberfest. 6 to 9 p.m., 400 S. 4th St., Louisville, KY 40202
Germantown Mill Lofts - Sept. 16th, enjoy liter mugs of beers from Monnik and Sam Adams, food vendors, the Sam Adams beer games featuring Stein Hoisting, relay races, barrel roll and more. Plus, music by Squeezebot. 4 to 10 p.m., 946 Goss Ave., Louisville, KY 40217
Foxtoberfest - Sept. 16th & 17th, the first ever Foxtoberfest at Gallant Fox Brewing. Enjoy the stein holding contest, best dressed contest, brats, pretzels, beer cheese and lots of Oktoberfest beer! 5 to 11 p.m., 2132 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY 40206
Our Lady of Perpetual Hops - Sept. 17th, Oktoberfest mugs, games, music, and of course, delicious Oktoberfest bier, Munich Delight! Family-friendly and dog-friendly. 2 p.m., 300 Foundation Ct., New Albany, IN 47150
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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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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
Louder Than Life - September 22nd through 25th at the Kentucky Exposition Center
NuLu Fest - September 24th, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. in NuLu
Filipino Fiesta - September 24th, 5 to 10 p.m. at St. John Paul II Gymnasium
St. James Court Art Show - September 30th through October 2nd in Historic Old Louisville
Louisville Taco Festival - October 1st & 2nd, 1 p.m. at Fourth Street Live!
Belknap Fall Festival - October 7th & 8th, at the Historic Douglass Loop
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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