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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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16 April Events To Attend in Louisville

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Ship Wrek

May022025

The Official Two Friends Afterparty - An Exclusive Derby Weekend After-PartyThis Derby weekend, one of electronic music’s most talked-about duos takes over a...

151st Kentucky Derby

May032025

The 151st Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve is the world’s Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports®. You'll have the opportunity to witness the world's...

3rd Annual Derby Breakfast

May032025

A Kentucky Derby tradition presented by Makers House™ in collaboration with Woodford Reserve returns in 2025 at the esteemed Omni Hotel. Begin your Derby...

Derby Day Brunch

May032025

Looking to celebrate an Instagram-worthy Derby without having to go to the track? The House of Marigold has you covered! Snag a Derby Day brunch/lunch table...

Hermitage Farm Derby Brunch

May032025

Experience the pinnacle of Kentucky elegance at the Hermitage Farm Derby Brunch, hosted by Hermitage Farm owners Steve Wilson and Laura Lee Brown. Passionate...

The Pan Escape in Louisville

May032025

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Neverland with The Pan Escape in Louisville, a self-guided escape game that brings the magic of Peter Pan’s world to...

ECO Kids Discovery Day

May032025

E-C-O stands for Every Child Outside, which is the best way for children of all ages to connect with the natural world. Activities may include hands-on...

Junior Paleontologist Program

May032025

We’ve developed a Junior Paleontologist program, similar to what some national parks offer but focusing on our area. This family program is geared for ages 6 –...

Derby Afterparty: VAVO

May032025

Run for the Roses, then run to PBR! Derby day doesn't end at the track—it rides on at PBR Louisville! Prepare for an electrifying night as VAVO brings their...

The Brown Hotel Derby Sunday Brunch

May042025

Just minutes from Churchill Downs, The Brown Hotel is the perfect place to end the weekend with their Derby Weekend Sunday Brunch Buffet on Sunday, May 4 from...

First Sunday Nature Hike

May042025

Join Bernheim Volunteer Naturalists for an engaging nature hike on the first Sunday of each month. These hikes are longer than our ECO Kids Hike of the Day and...

Petrified Wood

May042025

Trees have been around since the Devonian Period, over 380 million years. These fossils are found in different geological periods across the world. Dale Brown...