Upcoming Events
November 16th - 22nd
Now through November 18th
The 2023 Festival of Faiths will celebrate the power of love to cultivate meaningful connections, strengthen communities and transform lives. Join the Center for Interfaith Relations for "Sacred Hearts, Sacred Minds: Embodying Love," and explore contemporary concerns through the lens of faith and tap into our unique capacity for love and compassion.
A diverse lineup of spiritual teachers, thought leaders, and artists will inspire attendees to open their hearts and minds and envision a more loving future. Through dialogue, music, poetry, art, workshops, and exhibits, this interfaith celebration will reignite a love of self, of neighbors, and of the world we share.
Over the course of four days, the festival offers a wide variety of events from a free opening celebration featuring musician Jim James of My Morning Jacket and an interactive festival plaza, to ticketed sessions and workshops. View the full schedule of events here.
Purchase tickets here.
501 W. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202
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Now through November 18th
Join the Kosair Shriners for several days of holiday excitement and fun! The Kosair Christmas Wonderland of Trees offers several events for all ages.
Enjoy karaoke on Thursday night for free from 6 to 10 p.m. Then on Friday, join in on the fun at the Murder Mystery Dinner! This Christmas-themed murder mystery dinner is $30 per person. A Thanksgiving-style dinner will be served of turkey and dressing, ham, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, green beans, corn, and dessert.
On Saturday, kick off the day with Breakfast with Santa where kids eat free! There will be bicycle giveaways and plenty of pancakes to eat before getting your picture with Santa! Then that night, enjoy an evening of dance with the Uptown Band. Tickets are $15 per person, call (502) 585-5412 to secure yours.
Visit daily to see the decorated trees and wreaths. Purchase tickets for tree drawings from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and during daily events. Drawings will take place at 8 p.m. on November 18th.
For more information call (502) 585-5412.
4120 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY 40218
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Now though November 19th
The 6th annual Louisville Pizza Week kicks off Nov. 13th through 19th and features several local restaurants offering select pizzas for $10 each!
Download the Louisville Pizza Week app and navigate your way through the city and reward your APPetite! Check in at 4 or more locations and be entered to win $300 in gift cards. New contests featured on the app throughout the week! Available in both Google Play and Apple Store
Current list of participating restaurants:
- 8th Street Pizza
- BoomBozz Jeffersonville // Highlands // J-Town // Westport Village
- Coals Artisan Pizza Middletown // St. Matthews
- Derby City Pizza Co. New Albany // Clifton // Fairdale // Louisville Campus // Mt. Washington // Plainview // PRP // Valley Station
- Goodfellas Pizzeria
- Great Flood Brewing
- MozzaPi Anchorage // Highlands // Butchertown
- Noble Funk Brewing Co.
- Parlour Downtown Louisville // Frankfort Ave. // Jeffersonville // New Albany
- Sarino
- Wick’s Pizza Parlor Highlands // Hikes Point
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November 17th, 5 to 10 p.m.
Every third Friday of the month, the Museum will once again be open late for After Hours at the Speed. Each After Hours event comes alive with an eclectic mix of music, performances, a cash bar and food available by Wiltshire at the Speed, and of course art!
This month's theme is: A celebration of Stories Retold: American Art from the Princeton University Art Museum.
Schedule:
Come experience the Speed “after hours” as you’ve never experienced it before. Get your tickets here.
2035 S. 3rd St., Louisville, KY 40208
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November 18th, 1 to 4 p.m.
Join Forage Louisville for a Cozy Fall Mini Market on Goss Avenue! The event will feature baked goods, candles, books, and jewelry all by local makers!
Enjoy books by Set & Setting, bread by Get Baked with Brian, candles by Wildflower Apothecary, and earrings by Smile and Sandwih Design.
This event is open to the public.
1201 Goss Ave., Louisville, KY 40217
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November 18th, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
This holiday season, join the Jeffersontown Farmers' Market for special holiday shopping! Shop local for fresh produce, breads, meats and sweet treats for your family gatherings.
There will be plenty of great artisan vendors set up selling gifts for everyone on your list. There will also be live music and activities for children!
This event is free and open to the public.
10434 Watterson Trl., Jeffersontown, KY 40299
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November 18th, 6 p.m. to 12 a.m.
The Snow Ball is an unforgettable black-tie gala benefitting Norton Children's. This event features a magical evening of cocktails, live entertainment, dancing and a gourmet dinner.
Upon entering the gala, you will be surrounded on all sides with the sparkle of holiday lights in a room transformed into a magnificent winter wonderland. A silent auction will be open during the cocktail hour and will include luxury items such as fine dining experiences, jewelry, trips and more.
After the five-course meal, you can enjoy dancing and live music by Burning Las Vegas and live drawing for the Home & BMW Raffle winners. End the night with a coffee bar and a special take-home gift for every guest.
The event also features an open bar with specialty cocktails and mocktails and multiple photo opportunities including a printed photo station and 360 photo experience.
Schedule:
- 6 p.m.: Cocktail reception and Silent Auction opens
- 7 p.m.: Dinner seating segins
- 7:30 p.m.: Dinner and program
- 10 p.m.: Home & BMW Raffle Drawing; live band and dancing!
- 10:30 p.m.: Silent Auction closes
- 12 a.m.: Event concludes
Get your tickets here.
400 S. 2nd St., Louisville, KY 40202
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November 22nd, 9 p.m.
Ready to rock before having Thanksgiving turkey? Then head to the Fox Den for the ultimate Turkey Eve Bash!
The event will feature two stages of live performances all night long. Music begins at 9 p.m. Groups performing are Throwback Thursday, Inside Stage, Ashton Blake, Freddy & the Cruegers, and Taylor Road.
Cover is $10 and you must be 21 and up to attend.
3814 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY 40207
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With so many great upcoming events this year, 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!
Fete de Noel Winter Holiday Festival - November 24th through January 2nd, at Paristown
Happy Hour Friend-Raiser - November 29th, at Del Frisco's Steakhouse
Lights On Main - December 1st, at the Frazier Museum
Light Up Louisville - December 2nd, in downtown Louisville
Downtown Holiday Market - December 2nd, in downtown Louisville
NYE Live! - December 31st, at Fourth Street Live!
UPCOMING HOME GAMES
U of L Football -
Saturday, November 25th, time TBD, versus University of Kentucky at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium
U of L Men's Basketball -
Sunday, November 26th, 1 p.m., versus New Mexico State at KFC Yum! Center
U of L Women's Basketball -
Thursday, November 16th, 7 p.m., versus Bellarmine at KFC Yum! Center
Sunday, November 19th, 4 p.m., versus Bucknell at KFC Yum! Center
Now through January 1st
Louisville Mega Cavern’s Lights Under Louisville returns with more than 40 themed displays, mapping projections, approximately 900 illuminated characters, 4 LED light tunnels, including a new 200-foot-long MEGA light tunnel, two laser sections, and nearly 6,000,000 points of light that will spread mega cheer and holiday spirit this season. Lights Under Louisville will take visitors on an immersive ride through more than one mile of cavern passageways as visitors drive through millions of dazzling lights, festive lasers, and even larger captivating light tunnels.
Lights Under Louisville begins this Friday at 6 p.m. then will be open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets online here.
1841 Taylor Ave., Louisville, Kentucky 40213
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Now through November 25th
Experience live Thoroughbred horse racing at Churchill Downs this fall! Races will start at 1 p.m. on Wednesdays through Sundays and include special events such as a Breeders' Cup Watch Party, Military Appreciation Day, First Responders Day, Senior Day, and live racing on Thanksgiving and Black Friday.
Visit the Stakes Room to enjoy Sunday Brunch, a visit to Matt Winn's Steakhouse for dinner on Millionaire's Row, or a complete Thanksgiving buffet for families looking to entertain outside the home.
To get more details on all the events happening at Fall Racing, click here.
700 Central Ave., Louisville, KY, 40208
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November 18th through December 18th (or supplies run out)
The popular Christmas Tree Lane returns for another season to Waterfront Park! Local vendor, Book’s Christmas Trees, will carry a wide variety of trees, wreaths, and other holiday greenery. Trees will be available until they run out.
Open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. For more information contact Irvin Booker at (812) 786-4878.
301 Witherspoon St., Louisville KY 40202
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November 24th through December 31st
Immerse yourself in this Holiday pop-up bar decked to the halls - literally, with floor to ceiling decor.
Featuring a festive food and drink menu that absolutely sleighs, multiple photo ops, featured events, and more!
Bar seating will be available on a first come first serve basis, optimal for drinks and socializing. In addition to visiting with an intimate group, guests have the option to reserve the space for private events, ideal for end of season holiday parties.
For private event inquiries, please email events@4thstlive.com.
Open daily from 4 p.m. until midnight starting Friday, November 24.
Tinsel Tavern collides with New Year's Eve Live! for an over-the-top holiday celebration to ring in 2024. Fourth Street Live!'s platinum ticket package unlocks access to a private party at Tinsel Tavern and all-inclusive premium drink package, private entrance with VIP red carpet experience, exclusive tastings, multiple photo opportunities, vendors, complimentary coat check, party favors, and a midnight champagne toast.
445 S. 4th St., Louisville, KY 40202
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November 21st through December 31st
Miracle is a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar that serves holiday cocktails in a festive setting. With kitschy holiday décor, professionally-developed cocktails and the nostalgic energy of the best office party you’ve ever been to, Miracle is sure to get even the grouchiest grinch in the holiday spirit.
Miracle is open daily starting at 4 p.m. and closes at 12 a.m. Sunday through Thursday, 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. No reservations are accepted, all seating is first come, first serve.
Along with cocktails, there will be food options, other beverages such as wine and beer, and non-alcoholic beverages. All ages are allowed until 9 p.m. each night. After 9, it's 21+ only.
Looking to book a holiday party? Get more information here.
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
732 E. Market St., Louisville, KY 40202
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November 17th through December 31st
Visit the Whirling Tiger in Butchertown for an over the top Christmas themed pop-up all season long! Along with specialty cocktails and plenty of festive fun, they will be announcing additional special, holiday events throughout the month.
Open at 6 p.m. each day. Hours are expected to extend the closer it gets to Christmas.
No reservations.
1335 Story Ave., Louisville, KY 40206
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