Louisville, Kentucky

Home to the World's Only Urban Bourbon Experience

Yes, Bourbon is a spirit that comes in a glass, but it’s also the spirit that defines our culture, our arts and parks, and our creative energy. It’s this kind of spirit that helped create Louisville itself - a city that combines heritage with innovation, authenticity with originality, and quirkiness with friendliness in a way that’s completely unique to our region.

We’re an entirely different type of Southern. With a booming bourbon renaissance, iconic attractions, world-class hotels & venues and a renowned culinary scene, Louisville is an experience like no other city.

Featured Events

Discover Boating® Louisville Boat, RV & Sportshow®, in partnership with Progressive®

The 2026 Discover Boating® Louisville Boat, RV & Sportshow®, in partnership with Progressive® Insurance, returns to the Kentucky Exposition Center from January 28 to February 1. The five-day event welcomes outdoor enthusiasts…

We Them One’s Comedy Tour

The We Them One's Comedy Tour featuring Mike Epps, DC Young Fly, Karlous Miller, Chico Bean, Mojo Brookzz, Tony Roberts, Just Nesh, & Jayski is coming to the KFC Yum! Center on…

The Great Gatsby

The Great Gatsby is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Entertainment Weekly). Based on the classic American novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the Tony Award®-winning new musical is an…

National Farm Machinery Show and Championship Tractor Pull

The National Farm Machinery Show offers the most complete selection of cutting-edge agricultural products, equipment, and services available in the farming industry. During the four-day show, business professionals from around the world…

USA Gymnastics Winter Cup

Winter Cup The 2026 Winter Cup is a qualifying event for the 2026 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships. The Winter Cup will also culminate in the selection of the Men's Senior National Team…

Bourbon Classic

Bourbon Classic: The Premier Bourbon Festival in Louisville, Kentucky Bourbon Classic is the holy trinity for experiencing the very best in the culinary, cocktail and Bourbon arts through a collection of…

Bourbon Classic

Bourbon Classic: The Premier Bourbon Festival in Louisville, Kentucky Bourbon Classic is the holy trinity for experiencing the very best in the culinary, cocktail and Bourbon arts through a collection of…

WWE Friday Night Smackdown

Get ready for an electrifying night of action as WWE Friday Night SmackDown takes over the KFC Yum! Center! Witness your favorite WWE Superstars battle it out live in the ring…

Boys 4 Life Tour featuring B2K & Bow Wow

The moment fans have been eagerly anticipating has finally arrived. After two decades, one of the most iconic R&B groups, B2K, who are celebrating their 25th anniversary, officially reunite for the Boys…

Tailspin Ale Festival

Saturday, March 7, 2026, Tailspin Ale Fest celebrates its 12th anniversary! Kentucky has been known for offering the finest spirits. Still, recently, another liquid has emerged that embodies all of the artisanal…

Beauty and the Beast: The Musical

Be Our Guest at Disney's enchanting and beloved musical of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the breathtaking musical filled with the romance and grandeur audiences know and love. This enchanting and timeless…

Ancient Order of Hibernians St. Patrick’s Parade

Revelers line Bardstown Road! The 2026 AOH St. Patrick's Parade will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026! Each year, the Louisville Hibernians put together, with the wonderful help of all of…

Louisville News

More Nonstops. More Getaways. Louisville Takes Off This Summer.

Louisville just got even easier to love—and leave (and come back to).

A Century of Sizzle: Louisville’s Iconic Hot Brown Graces the 2026 Visitor Guide Cover

Commemorating 100 years of Louisville’s signature dish while spotlighting the best of Bourbon City

Louisville’s Top 16 Lineup: Citywide Events Anchor 2026

Louisville Tourism releases annual events list by impact

Forbes Spotlights ‘The Whiskey Lover’s Guide to Louisville’

20+ Essential stops in Bourbon City, a haven for whiskey travelers

Ready, Set, Action! Louisville Takes Centerstage

Bourbon City named one of the “2026 Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker

Louisville Celebrates USPS Muhammad Ali Forever Stamps with First Day of Issue Ceremony Jan 15

Free public event honors city’s hometown hero

Louisville Extends Perfect Score Streak on Human Rights Campaign Equality Index

Louisville has once again earned a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index (MEI), marking its 11th consecutive year of achieving this distinction.

Downtown Hometown Tourist Celebration Returns Offering Discounted Admissions

Local residents encouraged to discover – or rediscover – Downtown attractions Jan 23 – Feb 8

Upcoming Events

Unique Neighborhoods

Whether you're looking for historic charm, local hangs, urban parks or a bustling downtown - you'll find a neighborhood in Louisville to fit your style.

Urban Bourbon Experience

Louisville is home to the official starting point of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®, the Urban Bourbon Trail®, 10 distillery experiences and countless other Bourbon retail, culinary, lodging, educational and lifestyle experiences.

Southern Indiana

Southern Indiana is just a mile north of Louisville

Portland

One of Louisville's original neighborhoods

Downtown Louisville

Explore Downtown's three main districts: Whiskey Row, Museum Row & South Fourth Street

Nulu

“18 Best Food Neighborhoods in America" - Thrillist

Butchertown

Louisville's original meatpacking district

West Louisville

West Louisville is comprised of nearly a dozen neighborhoods including Hallmark, Park Duvalle, Parkland, Russell…

Old Louisville

Louisville's historic Victorian neighborhood

Shelby Park & Smoketown

A culturally rich and vibrant art-filled community.

Germantown & Schnitzelburg

Shotgun homes, dive bars & German heritage

Clifton & Crescent Hill

You'll find great restaurants and shopping in Clifton & Crescent Hill along Frankfort Avenue

East Louisville

A destination for shopping, dining, and family fun.

The Highlands

Louisville's original "Restaurant Row"

South Louisville

Louisville’s traditional South End neighborhood has a rich history that continues to be written.