Calendar of Events

See what’s happening around Louisville

The Louisville community is buzzing with fun and exciting events.

No matter what time of the year you're considering visiting us, you'll discover bourbon & culinary experiences, seasonal festivals, and plenty of opportunities to experience Louisville's horse racing events including iconic races like the Kentucky Derby.

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Booms with a View: Thunder Over Louisville Viewing Parties!

Feel all the booms and see all the zooms here's where to watch Thunder Over Louisville

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Dwight Yoakam

Apr252025

Raised on the Bakersfield honky tonk of Buck Owens and traditional country like Johnny Cash and Hank Williams, Dwight Yoakam has created more than a dozen...

Salsa Night with Meraki Dance

Apr252025

Experience the fun and vibrancy of Viva! by Meraki- a monthly Salsa Dance night at Charr'd Kitchen & Lounge. The night kicks off with a beginner-friendly...

R&B Invitation Tour with Joe, Musiq Soulchild, & Eric Benet

Apr252025

The R&B Invitation Tour, featuring R&B legends Joe, Musiq Soulchild, and Eric Benét, will take over the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville on April 25,...

Usher Silent Disco at Whiskey Thief

Apr252025

Y'all ready to feel some Love in this Club?? Come on out to Whiskey Thief in Nulu on April 25th for Usher Night! This one-of-a-kind silent disco runs from 8 to...

GE Appliances Derby Festival miniMarathon & Marathon

Apr262025

The GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon & Marathon is a long-standing tradition held every spring in Kentucky. It has become the largest...

Cherokee Triangle Art Fair

Apr262025

Come celebrate the 53rd Anniversary of the Cherokee Triangle Art Fair with friends and neighbors the weekend before Derby. The Cherokee Triangle Art Fair is a...

The Vendors Markets at The Buechel Train Depot

Apr262025

Join us for a vibrant Vendors Market at the historic Buechel Train Depot! Explore handmade crafts, local artisans, and some delicious food. Bring the family or...

Ken-Ducky Derby

Apr262025

Get ready for one of the most exciting events in Louisville! Join us for the 22nd Annual Ken-Ducky Derby as we drop 46,000 rubber ducks into the Ohio River for...

Digging Devonian Fossils - Paleontology Explorer

Apr262025

Where are Devonian fossils found? Why are they harder to find than fossils from other periods around here? The naturalist and park paleontologist, Alan...

Opening Night Races

Apr262025

Presented by LG&E and in partnership with Louisville Tourism, kick off Derby Week with a lavish twist during a Great Gatsby-inspired evening. As the...

Earth Day Dinner with Silas House

Apr262025

Hermitage Farm is honored to host Silas House—writer, environmental activist, and native Kentuckian—as the guest of honor for our annual Earth Day dinner....

Dragons & Mythical Beasts Live

Apr262025

Calling all brave heroes! Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in this unbelievable show for the whole family. Unveil a myriad of dark secrets and...