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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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15+ Things to Do in Louisville this Holiday Season

Millions of lights, a new snow tubing hill, Krampus, and holiday home tours await in Bourbon City this holiday season.

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Ugly Sweater Night

Dec122024

Join us for Ugly Sweater Night! Don your ugly sweater (we know you’ve got one!) and help us celebrate literacy nonprofit I Would Rather Be Reading and the many...

Christmas Gift and Decor Show 2024

Dec132024

The nations largest free admission Christmas Gift Show will be held December 13-15 in Louisville KY. Over 750 booths of dealers from across the country will be...

All is Bright Holiday Celebration

Dec132024

Join Westport Village for a free family-friendly Holiday Celebration called All is Bright on Friday, December 13 from 6-8pm featuring vendors, live music,...

Evening Leisure Cruise on the Belle of Louisville

Dec132024

A cruise up the Ohio River is the perfect opportunity to sit back, relax, and take in the sights. These two-hour excursions often include live music and...

The Brown-Forman Nutcracker

Dec132024

Join Marie and her valiant Nutcracker prince on a magical journey to the land of the Sugar Plum Fairy. With world-class choreography, sets, and costumes...

An Acoustic Christmas with Over the Rhine

Dec132024

One December, not long after Over the Rhine began recording and touring, we were invited to perform some seasonal songs on a public radio station in...

The English Beat Presented by 91.9 WFPK

Dec132024

The English Beat, presented by 91.9 WFPK, will perform at the Mercury Ballroom in Louisville on December 13, 2024, at 8:00 PM. Known for their energetic blend...

Nature (+) Watercolors

Dec142024

Explore watercolor painting, drawing inspiration from the beauty of nature. Discover how to create stunning note cards using watercolor techniques and natural...

Connect the Dots: Career: Science

Dec142024

Embark on an adventure of discovery into the playful world of Connect the Dots—an educational series that turns the history and innovation of blindness and low...

Treats from Santa

Dec142024

Children will be able to meet and talk with Santa. Santa will give out treats. Visitors may also tour the wonderful Museum.

Farmington Holiday Open House

Dec142024

Get a jump on your holiday shopping, enjoy seasonal beverages, wreath-making, candle-dipping, and take a hayride around Farmington and through Wellington to...

Lewis & Clark Junior Ranger Program

Dec142024

As an official stop on the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail, we offer the National Park’s Lewis & Clark Junior Ranger program. It comes with a J....