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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30+ Derby Parties & Events to Attend in Louisville

Enjoy the glitz, glamour & fun at these 30+ Kentucky Derby-themed parties and events.

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BloomFest

May172025

Celebrate spring at Bernheim! This free event includes whimsy & nature activities for children of all ages, including arts and crafts, garden faerie house...

The Great Gatsby (2013)

May172025

Sip on a Gatsby-inspired cocktail from the cash bar before heading into the 142-seat cinema for a special screening of Director Baz Luhrmann’s 2013 version of...

The Vendors Markets at The Buechel Train Depot

May172025

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...

Hearth Cooking at Farmington

May172025

Spend the day with our experienced hearth cooker, Chas Stephens, prepping the ingredients and cooking a full meal with up to 9 other people before sitting down...

Forest Fest

May172025

Join us on 5/17 at Forest Fest, our annual Bluegrass and Americana music festival! Enjoy a family-friendly day of live music, workshops, nature play, food...

McAlpine Locks Cruise

May172025

Experience the Ohio as a real, working river as we head toward the McAlpine Locks and Dam. Learn about the history of the river and this engineering marvel on...

Saving America's Largest Salamander - The Hellbender

May172025

Indiana is home to America’s largest salamander, called the Hellbender. It is only found in one Indiana river – the Blue River in Harrison County. Come and...

The Juice Box Heroes Summer Concert

May172025

We are pleased to announce that "The Juice Box Heroes" will headline the first Good Times Summer Concert in Clarksville on Saturday, May 17th. This FREE event...

LouGrass Sessions: The Crabgrass Conspiracy

May172025

LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky MusicEnjoy free Bluegrass by The Crabgrass Conspiracy on Saturday, May 17th from 7:00-9:00PM at Porch Kitchen & Bar...

Kevin Hart: Acting My Age

May172025

Get ready for a night of laughter and entertainment as Kevin Hart brings his highly acclaimed "Acting My Age" Tour to the Louisville Palace on May 17th! Known...

Scott Thompson is Buddy Cole

May172025

Scott Thompson from the ‘Kids in the Hall’ performs his most famous character, lounge lizard ‘Buddy Cole.’ The show is an evening of hilarious and incendiary...

Decades Battle Silent Disco at Hauck's Corner

May172025

Join us on May 17th for our first silent disco at the legenedary Hauck's Corner in Germantown! We're so excited to bring our crew to an institution like...