April 1st to 30th
All month long in April you can make a difference in our community through Give a Day, the Mayor' Celebration of Service! This program partners with Metro United Way who works every day to lift our community by mobilizing people and maximizing our community’s resources to advance equity and share opportunities for all.
Check out all the opportunities to volunteer and register for service here! Some volunteer opportunities include giving fresh paint to community buildings, clean-up and landscaping of our shared outdoor spaces, clothing drives for children and babies, food deliveries to those in need, and so much more.
Any act of service helps! If you are unable to register for a physical act of service but would still love to contribute, donations to the Mayor's Give a Day are accepted here. Your donation will help to keep Give a Day going and provide supplies needed to help the community!
Let us know how you're going to volunteer or share pics and use #MGAD2022
Upcoming Events
April 21st - 27th
April 14th to 24th
Try your swing at $1 million dollars!
Anyone from beginners to scratch golfers can take a shot. If no one gets the million, they can still walk away with a terrific First Prize of $5,000!
Preliminaries are held for 9 days. This year’s challenge begins Thursday, April 14, and runs through Sunday, April 24. The Hole-In-One is open daily and each golf ball is only $1.00! Get 10 free golf balls with the purchase of a $7 Pegasus Pin at the event.
Please note: CLOSED April 23 for Thunder
Seneca Golf Course Driving Range
2300 Pee Wee Reese Rd., Louisville, KY 40205
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April 21st, 4:00 - 7:00PM
Kick off Derby season with Happy Hour at the Tower! This is open to all residents, there will be a cash bar in the Lobby Lounge of the PNC Tower. Mingle among other downtown professionals and enjoy Happy Hour from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
101 S. 5th St., Louisville, KY 40202
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April 22nd, 11:30AM - 2:00PM
The official corporate kick-off of the 2022 Kentucky Derby Festival is set for this Friday!
More than 1,500 Derby Festival supporters and patrons are expected to be in attendance for this community tradition, which will be held in the Grand Ballroom of The Galt House Hotel, home of this festive event since 1974.
Notable speakers include Jay Bilas, Kirk Herbstreit, Erin Andrews, Sam Champion, Robin Roberts and Terry Bradshaw as well as many others in a long list of luminaries who have entertained They’re Off! Luncheon audiences for the past 65 years.
Purchase your tickets here.
Galt House East Grand Ballroom, 140 N. 4th St., Louisville, KY 40202
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April 22nd to 24th
Shop local and regional art exhibitor pop-ups lining Brent Street this weekend. Grab a cocktail from the garden concession stand and enjoy free, live music on the Christy's Garden amphitheater stage. This outdoor art fair is open to the public with free admission for all ages.
Hours this weekend vary. Friday, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
720 Brent St., Louisville, KY 4020
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April 23rd, 11:00AM - 11:00PM
This Saturday the Legend Returns with the 2022 Thunder Over Louisville! Start the day off downtown at 11 a.m. at the Chow Wagon featuring great food, including Please and Thank You and West Sixth Brewing. At 2 p.m., live entertainment will begin featuring Soul Circus and Katie Mac Trio.
Over on the Belvedere starting at 11 a.m., bring the kids and enjoy the Meijer Family Fun Zone! Kids can play in bounce houses, get their face painted, play golf, get creative with crafts, and more! There will be plenty of food options and snack samples that everyone can enjoy and a Beer Garden for mom and dad.
The Air Show will begin at 3 p.m. You can check out the full Air Show lineup here. Find a good seat and get settled in, the firework show begins at 9:30 p.m.!
Admission into the Thunder activities is free with the purchase of a 2022 Pegasus Pin! For more information and tips on how to plan for the best Thunder Over Louisville day yet, visit the Kentucky Derby Festival's website.
Interested in reserving parking downtown before Saturday? Check out the Thunder parking options from PARC here!
Waterfront Park, 129 River Rd., Louisville, KY 40202
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April 23rd, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Want “new” tools and plants for your garden without breaking the bank? Need to free up space in your garden or shed? Want to connect with fellow gardeners? If you answered "yes" to one or more of these questions then this event is for you!
Bring any extra tools, plants, planters, lawn decorations, etc. to Wyandotte Park on Saturday to donate or swap. There will be categories set up so you can drop what you have in the appropriate place before you "shop" around.
Don't have anything to swap? That's okay! Sometimes you just need a few tools and plants to get you started!
This is a FREE swap - absolutely NO items will be allowed to be sold.
Popular items from past swaps:
- Bulbs
- Garden fencing
- Wheelbarrows
- Herbs
- Succulents
- Seed packets
- Hose
- Planter boxes
- Tools
The Conservation District and other environmental partners will be on hand with organization information and to offer gardening advice.
1104 Beecher St., Louisville, KY 40215
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April 23rd
Record Store Day began in 2007 at a gathering of independent record store owners and employees as a way to celebrate and spread the word about the unique culture surrounding nearly 1,400 independently owned record stores in the U.S. and thousands of similar stores internationally.
Today, Record Store Day is celebrated on every continent except Antarctica, and Louisville has some amazing independent record stores to brag about! Our participating shops are:
Check out exclusive Record Store Day releases here! Keep the music spinning, Louisville!
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April 23rd, 6:00 - 10:00PM
Grab your friends and family and get to the German-American Club this Saturday for the April Biergarten! This family-friendly event will feature German beer & food (food served from 6 to 8 p.m.), as well as live music playing till 10 p.m.!
From 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., partake in Happy Hour with $5 German pints and $3 wines!
Prost!
1840 Lincoln Ave., Louisville, KY 40213
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April 23rd, 11:00AM - 2:00PM
This Saturday, head to Joe's Palm Room for Louisville's West End farmers market.
With several food vendors and other goods being sold, there will be something for everyone. Inside Joe's, the kitchen and bar will be open for visitors to enjoy. There will be a DJ performing inside as well.
For more information or if you have any questions, contact Joe's at (502) 581-1251.
1821 W. Jefferson St., Louisville, KY 40203
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April 24th, 2:00PM
This Sunday, the Louisville Historical League presents 'Nightclub History of Louisville' at Musicians Hall.
Gary Falk will present a program that features iconic performance venues in Louisville as well as legendary bands that played at these locations.
Meetings are free for LHL members. Guests are invited and some events require a $10 fee for guests to attend where seating is limited.
1436 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY 40204
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⚜ Happening All Month Long! ⚜
March 18th to 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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March 14th to April 26th
Louisville Mega Cavern is bringing the rave under Louisville with Mega Laser Zips! Visitors can zip through Mega Cavern surrounded by lights, lasers, music and more. Mega Laser Zips will feature six underground zip lines, including a dual racing zip and two challenge bridges that will test your skill, balance, and mettle. With each zip more exciting than the last, Mega Laser Zips will have a total of 18 lasers, a light tunnel, and more than 40 songs for visitors to zip along to under Louisville.
Mega Laser Zips is the perfect group activity to ring in spring, beginning March 14th through April 26th. Visitors may purchase tickets online here.
1841 Taylor Ave., Louisville, KY 40213
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Every Saturday & Sunday in March & April
Come visit Louisville's pop-up flea market, with food trucks, craft beer & cocktails, great vendors, live music, entertainment & more!
For those interested in becoming a vendor at the Flea Off Market, click here. This event is free and open to the public. Hours are Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
1000 E. Market St., Louisville, KY 40206
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