Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo

Wed, Aug 12

YoungsTown Parade

YoungsTown Parade—family-friendly street celebration.

Wed, Aug 12 +4 dates

Toledo Mud Hens at Louisville Bats

Minor-league baseball: Toledo Mud Hens at Louisville Bats.

Thu, Aug 13

ARTIE DEAN HARRIS & BOURBONTOWN - J-Town Summer Concert Series (FREE SHOW)

Free community concert series in Louisville featuring live music.

Thu, Aug 13

Surfside Summer Jams: Sheryl Rouse

Summer concert festival in Jeffersonville with live music.

Thu, Aug 13

Totally Tubular Festival: Thomas Dolby and the Lost TOy People A Flock of Seagulls & Animotion

Retro '80s festival with classic artists and family fun.

Fri, Aug 14

August Music in the Park - Madison, Indiana

Free outdoor music concert at Bicentennial Park in Madison, Indiana.

Fri, Aug 14

HDL Race #4 at Ohio Valley Dragway

HDL Race #4 at Ohio Valley Dragway—see racing action live.

Fri, Aug 14

Totally Tubular Festival 2026

Retro 1980s–90s pop culture festival with music and nostalgia at Iroquois Amphitheater.

Fri, Aug 14

2026 FREE Summer Concert Series-Gary Vidito and the Not Done Yet Band

Free summer concert series in Bardstown with live local music.

Fri, Aug 14

Cinema Safari 2026 – Zootopia 2

Outdoor movie screening of Zootopia 2 at Louisville Zoo.

Fri, Aug 14

Grease & Guitars- Summer Concert Series

Summer concert series in Eminence featuring live music for all ages.

Fri, Aug 14 +4 dates

Downtown Drive-in at Waterfront Park

Drive-in movie experience at Waterfront Park in Louisville.

Fri, Aug 14

Bingo!

Family-friendly retro bingo fundraiser with live games and outdoor play area.

Fri, Aug 14

Family Nature Club-Egg Carton Horn Corals

Craft extinct horn corals from egg cartons with a naturalist guide.

Sat, Aug 15

Meteors near the Metro!

Explore meteorites and space rocks with naturalists after recent meteor showers.

Sat, Aug 15

Summer Luau Night Market

Summer night market in Jeffersonville with food, vendors, and live atmosphere.

Sat, Aug 15

CONNECT @ Bernheim

Outdoor nature event at Bernheim Arboretum—explore the grounds and trails.

Sat, Aug 15

KOI Drag Racing at The Nelson county KY Fairgrounds on Saturday August the 15th

KOI Drag Racing at Nelson County Fairgrounds—thrilling racing action for all ages.

Sat, Aug 15

Jammin in Jeff - Thunderstruck / Wicked Sensation

Live music and night market at Jeffersonville RiverStage's summer celebration.

Sat, Aug 15

Breakfast with the Beasts: Orangutan

Breakfast with the Beasts at Louisville Zoo—meet orangutans!

Sat, Aug 15

CONNECT

CONNECT at Lake Nevin, Bernheim—outdoor nature exploration and activities.

Sat, Aug 15

NWSL - Racing Louisville vs Boston Legacy

Professional women's soccer: Racing Louisville vs Boston Legacy.

Sat, Aug 15

Boujivilles Summer Bash

Summer bash in Taylorsville with family-friendly food and activities.

Sat, Aug 15 +2 dates

Sacred Earth Community Market

Community market in Louisville with local vendors and crafts.

Sat, Aug 15

THE 2026 HARMONY AND HANDMADE FESTIVAL, LOUISVILLE

Harmony and Handmade Festival in Louisville celebrating local arts and crafts.

Sat, Aug 15

Mighty Kindness Hoot!

Mighty Kindness Hoot! community event in Louisville.

Sat, Aug 15

The 5th Annual Bloomfield Street Concert featuring JD Shelburne with special guests!

Annual Bloomfield Street Concert with live music from JD Shelburne.

Sat, Aug 15

Tastin' & Tossin' Summer Fest Cornhole Tournament Registration

Summer cornhole tournament and fest in Louisville—fun for all ages.

Sun, Aug 16

Third Sunday Nature Hike

Third Sunday Nature Hike at Bernheim Arboretum—guided outdoor exploration.

Mon, Aug 17

CFA Louisville Kickoff Night 🎉

CFA Louisville Kickoff Night festival in Louisville.

Tue, Aug 18

Puppets at the Park!

Puppet shows for kids at Waterfront Park's Festival Plaza.

Wed, Aug 19 +1 dates

Historic Fire Tower Tour

Guided historic fire tower tour at Bernheim Arboretum.

Wed, Aug 19

NWSL - Racing Louisville vs Seattle Reign

Watch pro soccer—Racing Louisville vs Seattle Reign at Lynn Family Stadium.

Wed, Aug 19

Free concert in the park: Keltricity

Free outdoor concert by Keltricity at the park—bring a chair and enjoy live music.

Thu, Aug 20

Techfest Louisville

Techfest Louisville — hands-on tech and STEM activities for curious kids and families.

Thu, Aug 20

Sellersburg Celebrates!

Three-day community festival with carnival rides, live music, and 100+ vendors.

Thu, Aug 20

Surfside Summer Jams: Hot Brown Smackdown

Surfside Summer Jams in Jeffersonville — outdoor summer festival with live music and food.

Thu, Aug 20

Ole 60: Off The Grid Tour

Ole 60 performs at Iroquois Amphitheater on their Off The Grid Tour.

Thu, Aug 20

Music in the Park | Sun Valley Park

Music in the Park at Sun Valley Park — free live music in a family-friendly outdoor setting.

Fri, Aug 21

HartShaker @ Big Spring Country Club/Harmony Landing, Friday, August 31st, 6pm

HartShaker live at Big Spring Country Club in Goshen, KY.

Fri, Aug 21

Time Travelers Vintage Expo

Time Travelers Vintage Expo—collectibles & nostalgia in Louisville.

Fri, Aug 21

Rosie & the Rockabillies Rock the River at The Dock 🎶

Rosie & the Rockabillies live music at The Dock in Leavenworth.

Fri, Aug 21

2026 FREE Summer Concert Series-AltarNatives

Free summer concert with AltarNatives in Bardstown.

Fri, Aug 21

Madison, IN BBQ Party welcomes Mike Milligan and Steam Shovel

Madison BBQ Party with live music in Madison, IN.

Sat, Aug 22

Birding Beyond Binoculars

Nature education program at Bernheim Arboretum exploring birding skills.

Sat, Aug 22

Femmes To The Front Lou & The Alcove present: NEVER SAY NEVER

All-ages music festival celebrating femme musicians at The Depot at NoCo.

Sat, Aug 22

World Championship Horse Show

World Championship Horse Show—top equestrian competition in Louisville.

Sat, Aug 22

Goldy lockS

Live music at the Kentucky State Fair—classic family fun.

Sat, Aug 22

Bagdad (KY) Farmers Market Honkytonk Party!

Farmers market with live music and honky-tonk fun in Bagdad.

Sat, Aug 22

Kentucky State Fair

Classic Kentucky State Fair with rides, food, entertainment, and seasonal fun for the whole family.

Sat, Aug 22

TRAVIS TRITT at Castle Knoll Amphitheater

Country legend Travis Tritt live at Castle Knoll Amphitheater.

Sat, Aug 22

Outer Fossil bed Hike!

Hike the outer fossil beds to see rare Devonian fossils in their natural setting.

Sat, Aug 22

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (with Live Shadow Cast)

Free outdoor screening of Rocky Horror Picture Show with live shadow cast performance.

Sun, Aug 23

Best of Both Worlds Tour -KY

Best of Both Worlds Tour in Louisville — family-friendly touring event.

Sun, Aug 23

7th Annual Sunset Music Series: V-Groove

7th Annual Sunset Music Series featuring V-Groove in Louisville.

Sun, Aug 23

Goldy lockS

Live music concert in Louisville.

Sun, Aug 23

Atlatl Throwing

Learn ancient hunting techniques and throw an atlatl with a naturalist guide.

Tue, Aug 25

Art at the Market

Art and craft market at Snapp Street in Mount Washington.

Tue, Aug 25 +5 dates

Gwinnett Stripers at Louisville Bats

Minor-league baseball: Gwinnett Stripers vs Louisville Bats at Louisville Slugger Field.

Tue, Aug 25

Kentucky State Fair 2026 in Louisville

Kentucky State Fair — rides, animals, food, exhibits, and entertainment for all ages.

Wed, Aug 26

WFPK Waterfront Wednesday with Old 97's and Cait Justice

WFPK Waterfront Wednesday with Old 97's & Cait Justice at River Road—free outdoor music.

Wed, Aug 26 +1 dates

WFPK Waterfront Wednesday

WFPK Waterfront Wednesday at Big Four Lawn—free outdoor music series on the riverfront.

Thu, Aug 27

Here Comes the Sun- Brush Buddies painting with Clarksville Parks and Rec

Kids painting class with Clarksville Parks & Rec—brush buddies create art outdoors.

Thu, Aug 27

Open Air Studio

Open-air art studio at Bernheim Arboretum—create art in nature by the lake.

Thu, Aug 27

Surfside Summer Jams: Roadie

Summer outdoor concert series in Jeffersonville featuring live music for all ages.

Thu, Aug 27 +1 dates

Accessible Arboretum Tour

Accessible guided tour at Bernheim Arboretum—explore beautiful gardens and trees.

Fri, Aug 28

Full “Grain” Moon Night Hike

Full moon night hike at Bernheim Arboretum—explore the forest after dark.

Fri, Aug 28

Todd Rundgren

Todd Rundgren live on West Broadway—classic rock legend.

Fri, Aug 28

2026 FREE Summer Concert Series-Wildfire

FREE summer concert series in Bardstown with live music.

Sat, Aug 29

USL Championship - Louisville City vs Detroit City

USL Championship soccer: Louisville City vs. Detroit City.

Sat, Aug 29

August Birthday Bash

Celebrate animal birthdays with special activities and festivities at Louisville Zoo.

Sat, Aug 29

Tree and Shrub Hike

Guided nature walk exploring native and nonnative trees and shrubs.

Sat, Aug 29

Jeffersonville Late Summer Craft Market

Late-summer craft market with 75+ vendors, food trucks, and handmade goods in Jeffersonville.

Sat, Aug 29

KOI Drag Racing at The Nelson County KY Fairgrounds on Saturday August the 29th

High-octane drag racing at Nelson County Fair, Bardstown, Kentucky.

Sat, Aug 29

Miss Buttermilk Festival Preliminary Pageant

Pageant preliminaries at the Buttermilk Festival in Bardstown.

Sat, Aug 29

Show Up Ready -A Time of Celebration!

Community celebration festival in Shelbyville, Kentucky.

Sat, Aug 29

Disney Pin Trading Event - Fall 2026 - Louisville, KY

Collect Disney pins with fellow fans at a fall trading event in Louisville.

Sat, Aug 29

Jeffersonville Late Summer Craft Market

Browse handmade crafts & wares at the Jeffersonville Late Summer Craft Market.

Sat, Aug 29

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Day 2026

Celebrate Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness at Louisville Zoo.

Sun, Aug 30

Viento Y Sol, Grupo Bryndis, and Industria del Amor

Regional Latin music concert at Plaza de Toros la Predilecta.

Sun, Aug 30

Escape from Shell

Discover how ancient armored cephalopods evolved into modern squids and octopuses.

Wed, Sep 2

Free concert in the park: Community Music Alliance Choir

Free outdoor concert by Community Music Alliance Choir at Sam Peden Community Park.

Thu, Sep 3

Brian Free & Assurance in Louisville

Gospel/inspirational concert in Louisville—uplifting live music for families.

Thu, Sep 3

Surfside Summer Jams: Shannon Vetter & The Sleepless Pilgrims

Summer music festival in Jeffersonville with live band and outdoor family fun.

Fri, Sep 4

RCP para niños y adultos (East Broadway)

RCP para niños y adultos—bilingual family festival celebration on East Broadway.

Fri, Sep 4

Keltricity

Keltricity—Celtic music festival on Crescent Avenue in Louisville.

Fri, Sep 4

Cinema Safari 2026 – Wicked For Good

Cinema Safari at Louisville Zoo—outdoor movie night with animals and family fun.

Fri, Sep 4 +1 dates

Community Healing Revival

Family-friendly outdoor celebration at Big Four Lawn with food, fun, and activities for all ages.

Fri, Sep 4

It's Magic 2026

It's Magic 2026—outdoor magic show and street theater in Louisville.

Sat, Sep 5

Heart of Darkness: Black Holes

Laser-guided stargazing experience exploring black holes.

Sat, Sep 5

Godzilla (1954) & Godzilla vs Destoroyah (Double Feature)

Free classic Godzilla double feature—outdoor movie night at Iroquois Amphitheater.

Sat, Sep 5 +5 dates

ECO Kids Discovery Day

Hands-on eco science activities at Bernheim Arboretum.

Sat, Sep 5

Shelbyville Fall Art & Craft Show!

Shelbyville Fall Art & Craft Show — vendor fair with handmade goods and creative finds.

Sat, Sep 5

SCI Show & Shine

SCI Show & Shine — car show celebration with vehicles, vendors, and family activities.

Sat, Sep 5

Fleur De Flea Vintage Urban Market

Vintage flea market with unique crafts and finds.

Sat, Sep 5

Premium Rental: Angel City at Racing Louisville FC

Racing Louisville FC home match — professional women's soccer spectator experience.

Sat, Sep 5

8th Annual Howard Steamboat Museum benefit car show

Howard Steamboat Museum benefit car show — vintage & classic vehicles with museum support.

Sat, Sep 5

Jammin in Jeff - End of the Line / Magnolia Boulevard

Live music at Jeffersonville RiverStage featuring the Allman Brothers tribute band End of the Line and Magnolia Boulevard.

Sat, Sep 5

Finley Fest 2026

Finley Fest 2026 — community festival with entertainment and family activities.

Sat, Sep 5

9th Annual Howard Steamboat Museum Car Show Fund Raiser

Howard Steamboat Museum's annual car show with live music, raffles, and family activities — free admission.

Sat, Sep 5

Smoke on the Water

Community festival with food, music, and family fun.

Sat, Sep 5

NWSL - Racing Louisville vs Angel City

NWSL Racing Louisville vs Angel City — professional women's soccer at Lynn Family Stadium.

Sun, Sep 6

Individuals 2nd Annual Back Bumper Bash

Community bash with bumper cars and outdoor fun for the whole family.

Sun, Sep 6

Breakfast with the Beasts: Aldabra Tortoise

Dine among giants: breakfast experience with the zoo's Aldabra tortoise.

Sun, Sep 6

9th Annual Howard Steamboat Museum Car Show Fundraiser

Classic car show fundraiser celebrating steamboat history at the Howard Steamboat Museum.

Sun, Sep 6

Individuals & USO Back Bumper Bash

Community celebration with USO and patriotic spirit.

Sun, Sep 6

CTA Summer Concert Season Finale

Free community concert series finale at Willow Park.

Tue, Sep 8

Spin Doctors, Blues Traveler, and Gin Blossoms

90s nostalgia concert: Spin Doctors, Blues Traveler & Gin Blossoms at Iroquois Amphitheater.

Tue, Sep 8

Columbus Clippers at Louisville Bats

Minor-league baseball: cheer on the Columbus Clippers at Louisville Slugger Field.

Wed, Sep 9

Midweek Nature Stroll

Guided nature walk at Bernheim Arboretum's Sensory Garden.

Wed, Sep 9 +2 dates

Nature(+)6: Beginning Watercolor

Beginner watercolor painting class at Bernheim Arboretum's Garden Pavilion.

Wed, Sep 9 +4 dates

Columbus Clippers vs Louisville Bats

Minor-league baseball game—Columbus Clippers vs Louisville Bats.

Wed, Sep 9

Unbroken Circle Music Festival: Greensky Bluegrass Whitey Morgan & The 78s - Thursday

Unbroken Circle Music Festival with live bluegrass—family-friendly festival atmosphere.

Thu, Sep 10

Yacht Rock Revue

Yacht Rock Revue at Iroquois Amphitheater—fun cover band for families.

Thu, Sep 10

Unbroken Circle Music Festival 2026 (Madison, IN)

Multi-day music festival in Madison, IN with live performances and family atmosphere.

Thu, Sep 10 +2 dates

Twilight Thursday

Evening racing experience at historic Churchill Downs in Louisville.

Thu, Sep 10

Unbroken Circle Music Festival at Bicentennial Park

Unbroken Circle Music Festival at beautiful Bicentennial Park in Madison.

Thu, Sep 10

JUICE BOX HEROES - J-Town Summer Concert Series (FREE SHOW)

Free summer concert series in Louisville—great for families.

Thu, Sep 10 +1 dates

Forest Homeschool Hike

Guided nature hike at Bernheim Arboretum—great for homeschoolers and outdoor lovers.

Thu, Sep 10

Surfside Summer Jams: Tyrone Cotton

Surfside Summer Jams outdoor concert series in Jeffersonville.

Thu, Sep 10

Sierra Ferrell, Tanner Usrey, Shane Smith And The Saints, and Emily Nenni

Live music at Bicentennial Park in Madison with multiple touring artists.

Thu, Sep 10

Robin Embry @Covered Bridge GC

Live music performance at Covered Bridge Golf Club.

Thu, Sep 10

Give For Good Louisville 2026

Community giving event at Louisville's Waterfront Park.

Fri, Sep 11

Unbroken Circle Music Festival: Whiskey Myers Flatland Cavalry & Josh Meloy - Saturday

Country music festival in Madison featuring Whiskey Myers, Flatland Cavalry & more.

Fri, Sep 11

YoungsTown Parade

YoungsTown Parade on River Road—local community celebration & procession.

Fri, Sep 11

2026 Gaslight Festival Balloon Glow

Gaslight Festival Balloon Glow in Jeffersontown—magical nighttime balloon display.

Fri, Sep 11 +6 dates

Day At The Races

Horse racing day at historic Churchill Downs—iconic Louisville sporting experience.

Fri, Sep 11

NWSL - Racing Louisville vs Gotham FC

Pro women's soccer: Racing Louisville vs Gotham FC at Lynn Family Stadium.

Fri, Sep 11

HDL Race #5 at Ohio Valley Dragway

Drag racing action at Ohio Valley Dragway—high-octane family spectator event.

Fri, Sep 11

Myotonic Mayhem

Quirky Salem festival celebrating myotonic goats—fun, family-friendly farm spectacle.

Fri, Sep 11

Homearama

New-home showcase tour at Norton Commons—explore model homes & community.

Fri, Sep 11

Creatures of the Night: Screech Owl Prowl

Evening nature walk at Bernheim Arboretum to spot screech owls—guided wildlife adventure.

Fri, Sep 11

Keltricity

Celtic rock festival Keltricity in Lanesville—lively traditional music celebration.

Fri, Sep 11

Kingsmen in Bagdad

The Kingsmen perform in Bagdad—classic harmonies in a historic setting.

Fri, Sep 11

Birding: Migration Preparation

Guided birding walk at Bernheim Arboretum exploring spring migration patterns.

Sat, Sep 12

Recovery Family Day, Shelbyville

Recovery Family Day celebration on Main Street, Shelbyville.

Sat, Sep 12

Barks and Recreation

Dog-themed community festival celebrating pets and recreation.

Sat, Sep 12

Premium Rental: El Paso at Louisville City FC

Watch Louisville City FC take on El Paso in a professional soccer match.

Sat, Sep 12

1st Annual 'Pawpaw Party' at Ironweed Nursery!

Inaugural pawpaw celebration at Ironweed Nursery—taste native fruits and learn about this special tree.

Sat, Sep 12

Roberts Family Farm 5K Run/Walk

Roberts Family Farm 5K run/walk event in Guston.

Sat, Sep 12

Crimson Extravaganza Cookout

Crimson Extravaganza cookout family gathering in Louisville.

Sat, Sep 12

2026 Gaslight Festival 5K

Gaslight Festival 5K run/walk in Jeffersontown.

Sat, Sep 12

Jim & Irene Karp Music Without Borders: Pedrito Martinez Group

Free all-ages concert featuring Pedrito Martinez Group performing Afro-Cuban music.

Sat, Sep 12

ARCA Menards Series Race Auto Racing

ARCA Menards Series auto racing at Salem Speedway.

Sat, Sep 12

Alex Williams in Madison

Alex Williams live music on West Street, Madison.

Sat, Sep 12

2026 Bourbon City Bash

Bourbon City Bash community festival in Louisville.

Sat, Sep 12

Josh Meloy in Madison

Josh Meloy live music on West Street, Madison.

Sat, Sep 12

Autumnal Jazz Fest

Autumnal Jazz Fest outdoor music festival in Louisville.

Sat, Sep 12 +1 dates

Big Four Arts Festival

Multi-day arts festival at Big Four Bridge on the Louisville waterfront with family-friendly activities.

Sat, Sep 12

Bailey's Classic Car Show

Classic car show celebrating vintage automobiles and community.

Sat, Sep 12

Let's Roll:Patriots Day Car Show

Patriot's Day car show family festival in Crestwood.

Sat, Sep 12

USL Championship - Louisville City vs El Paso Locomotive

USL Championship soccer match at Lynn Family Stadium.

Sat, Sep 12

Free Family Fun at Origin Park

Free family fun day at Origin Park in Clarksville.

Sat, Sep 12

Monarch Festival at Art on the Parish Green

Celebrate monarch butterflies at this festival highlighting their amazing 3,000-mile migration.

Sat, Sep 12

Good Times Concert Series Presented by Texas Roadhouse Featuring "Soul Circus"

Free concert series on Main Street featuring Soul Circus—perfect for a family evening out.

Sat, Sep 12

THAT ARENA ROCK SHOW Returns to Castle Knoll for Season 3 Finale

Sat, Sep 12

Hoosier No Prep RACE 6 @ Salem - Family Night

Family-friendly racing night at Hoosier No Prep with special events.

Sat, Sep 12 +1 dates

Free Play Saturday

Free unstructured outdoor play at Playcosystem in Bernheim Arboretum.

Sat, Sep 12

Monarch Tagging

Help tag monarch butterflies at Bernheim Arboretum—citizen science in action.

Sat, Sep 12

Trimble County Apple Festival

Annual apple festival celebrating fall harvest with food & activities.

Sun, Sep 13

Fall Wreaths from the Gardens

Make your own fall wreath at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens.

Sun, Sep 13

Native Plant Sale (September 2026)

Native plant sale at Louisville Zoo.

Sun, Sep 13

Milltown Police Department presents the 2026 Milltown Community Festival Auto Show

Community festival auto show in Milltown.

Mon, Sep 14

Peaches

Peaches festival celebration in Louisville.

Tue, Sep 15

Herb Alpert and The Tijuana Brass

Herb Alpert and The Tijuana Brass concert in Louisville.

Tue, Sep 15 +2 dates

Nature(+)6: Beginning Observational Drawing

Learn observational drawing in nature at Bernheim Arboretum.

Wed, Sep 16

Free concert in the park: Erin Hill

Free outdoor concert featuring Erin Hill at Sam Peden Community Park.

Thu, Sep 17

In Harmony Tour: Elizabethtown

Free Louisville Orchestra concert bringing live classical music to Elizabethtown.

Thu, Sep 17

Surfside Summer Jams: Casey Powell

Surfside Summer Jams with live music in Jeffersonville—outdoor community festival.

Fri, Sep 18 +1 dates

Fall Plant Sale

Fall plant sale at Bernheim Arboretum—perfect for families who love gardens.

Fri, Sep 18

In Harmony Tour: Frenchburg

Free Louisville Orchestra concert bringing live classical music to Frenchburg.

Fri, Sep 18

2026 Gaslight Festival Weekend- Arts & Crafts, Commercial Vendors

Arts, crafts & vendor booths at Gaslight Festival Weekend in Jeffersontown.

Sat, Sep 19

5th Annual Legacy Fest

5th Annual Legacy Fest on West Main Street in Louisville.

Sat, Sep 19

Kids Center Walk and Roll

Kids Center Walk and Roll event at Big Four Lawn—active fun for families.

Sat, Sep 19

Member Adventure: The Extraordinary Caterpillar

Members explore the amazing world of caterpillars at Bernheim Arboretum.

Sat, Sep 19

Annual Muster

Vintage fire truck demonstration and community gathering celebrating firefighting heritage.

Sat, Sep 19

In Harmony Tour: Bardstown

Free Louisville Orchestra concert bringing live classical music to Bardstown.

Sat, Sep 19

SMU Mustangs vs Louisville Cardinals

Sat, Sep 19

BugFest

Discover insects and nature at Bernheim Arboretum's annual BugFest celebration.

Sat, Sep 19

5th Annual North Bullitt High School Fall Craft Fair 2026

Browse handmade crafts at North Bullitt High School's annual fall fair.

Sat, Sep 19

Bourbon, Blues and Boots - The MidSouthern Hoedown

Celebrate Southern culture with live music, food, and fun at this Shelbyville hoedown.

Sat, Sep 19

Main Street Barbershop Car Show

Check out classic cars and hot rods at this Main Street car show in Shelbyville.

Sat, Sep 19

USL Championship - Louisville City vs Loudoun United

Watch Louisville City FC battle Loudoun United in professional soccer action.

Sat, Sep 19

La Fiesta at the Zoo: A Latin American Heritage Celebration (2026)

Celebrate Latin American culture with food, music, and family fun at Louisville Zoo.

Sat, Sep 19

Jammin in Jeff - The Swerve / Tony and the Tan Lines

Final outdoor concert of the season featuring yacht rock bands The Swerve and Tony and the Tan Lines.

Sun, Sep 20

Montez de Durango, Patrulla 81 in Louisville

Festival featuring Montez de Durango and Patrulla 81 on South 5th Street.

Sun, Sep 20

Celtic Conundrum

Celtic Conundrum festival in Eminence celebrating Irish culture and music.

Sun, Sep 20

Third Sunday Nature Hike

Nature hike at Bernheim Arboretum exploring forest trails and gardens.

Sun, Sep 20

Family Adventure Day

Family Adventure Day at Churchill Downs with activities for all ages.

Sun, Sep 20

DURANGO FEST EN SHEPERDSVILLE

Durango Fest in Shepherdsville with food, music, and family fun.

Sun, Sep 20

Aviana in Louisville

Concert by Aviana on South 5th Street in Louisville.

Sun, Sep 20

2026 Gaslight Festival Car and Bike Show

Car and bike show featuring classic and custom vehicles—perfect for car enthusiasts.

Sun, Sep 20

Grupo Montéz de Durango, Patrulla 81, and Los Principes Alacranes Musical

Live music at Plaza de Toros la Predilecta featuring Grupo Montéz de Durango and more.

Tue, Sep 22

Pixies

Pixies at Iroquois Amphitheater — indie-rock legend brings alternative classics to Louisville.

Wed, Sep 23

WFPK Waterfront Wednesday with Houseplant and DOOM GONG

Live music concert at Waterfront Park featuring Houseplant and DOOM GONG.

Thu, Sep 24

Foo Fighters, Foster the People, Queens of the Stone Age, and 25 others

Multi-day music festival at Kentucky Expo Center with Foo Fighters and 25+ artists.

Thu, Sep 24

Cardinal Grace Foundation/ YPR Save a Life Day 2026

Community awareness day at South 5th Street in Louisville.

Thu, Sep 24

Howie Day

Live music by Howie Day at Bourbon & Beyond festival in Louisville.

Thu, Sep 24

The Infamous Stringdusters and Noah Rinker

Live music by The Infamous Stringdusters at Kentucky Exposition Center.

Fri, Sep 25

NWSL - Racing Louisville vs San Diego Wave

Professional women's soccer at Lynn Family Stadium—exciting live sports.

Fri, Sep 25

Pal Wow Family Fun Festival 2026

Family fun festival in Palmyra with activities for all ages.

Sat, Sep 26

Full “Corn” Moon Night Hike

Full moon night hike at Bernheim Arboretum to experience fall migration.

Sat, Sep 26

September Birthday Bash

Celebrate animal birthdays with special activities at Louisville Zoo.

Sat, Sep 26

Floyds Knobs Fall Craft Market

Browse handmade crafts and goods from local artisans at a community fall market.

Wed, Sep 30 +1 dates

Pumpkins At Kentucky Kingdom

Early-access preview of 6,000+ glowing pumpkins and Jack O' Lantern Spectacular at Kentucky Kingdom.

Thu, Oct 1 +16 dates

Boo at the Zoo (2026)

Halloween celebration at Louisville Zoo with trick-or-treating and spooky fun.

Fri, Oct 2

Pumpkins At Kentucky Kingdom

Fall festival at Kentucky Kingdom featuring rides, pumpkins, live entertainment, and trick-or-treat fun.

Sat, Oct 3

Kindness Warrior Walk – Down Syndrome of Louisville

Inclusive family walk supporting Down Syndrome of Louisville.

Sat, Oct 3

National Jug Band Jubilee

National Jug Band Jubilee at Brown-Forman Amphitheater.

Wed, Oct 7

Free concert in the park: Terry Lee Ridley and his Million Dollar Band

Free outdoor concert with Terry Lee Ridley & his Million Dollar Band at Sam Peden Park.

Wed, Oct 7

Boo at the Zoo 2026 – Sensory Friendly Night

Boo at the Zoo sensory-friendly Halloween celebration at Louisville Zoo.

Sat, Oct 10

International Day Of The Girl Festival

International Day of the Girl Festival celebrating empowerment & community at Big Four Lawn, Louisville.

Sat, Oct 10

Garvin Gate Blues Festival

Blues festival in Louisville with live music and family atmosphere.

Sat, Oct 10

Pumpkins at PlayPort

Pick pumpkins and enjoy fall fun at Waterfront Park.

Sat, Oct 10 +1 dates

Belknap Fall Festival

Community fall festival in Louisville with family activities.

Sun, Oct 11

Goatman Festival

Quirky festival celebrating folklore and community.

Sun, Oct 11

Louisville Book Festival

Celebrate books, authors, and reading at Louisville.

Mon, Oct 12 +1 dates

Louisville's Great Chili Cook Off

Community chili cook-off competition and tasting.

Fri, Oct 16 +2 dates

Grateville Dead Music Festival

Grateville Dead Music Festival at Brown-Forman Amphitheater

Fri, Oct 16

The FestiFall

Fall festival with food trucks, live music, games & prizes at Howard Steamboat Museum.

Fri, Oct 16

Music in the Park "River City Yacht Club"

Live yacht rock concert in the park featuring River City Yacht Club—free, family-friendly evening.

Sat, Oct 17

Color Me CASA! 5k & Family Fun Run

Color Me CASA! 5K & 1-mile fun run benefiting foster kids—family-friendly race day.

Sat, Oct 17

Autumn on the River

Annual fall festival with parade, car show, live music, crafts & helicopter rides.

Wed, Oct 21

Mulligan’s 5k Fun Run and Walk

Family-friendly 5K fun run and walk at Waterfront Park—all ages welcome.

Wed, Oct 21

Free concert in the park: The 207s (Community Music Alliance Big Band)

Free park concert from The 207s, the Community Music Alliance Big Band.

Sat, Oct 24

October Birthday Bash

Birthday celebration for zoo animals with special activities and festivities.

Sat, Oct 24 +1 dates

Rick Bell Historic Walking Tours

Historic walking tour exploring Louisville's waterfront heritage.

Sat, Oct 24 +1 dates

Via Colori Street Painting Festival

Street painting festival with live chalk art at Big Four Lawn & Swing Garden.

Sat, Oct 24

Jeffersonville Fall Craft Market

Browse 75+ handmade vendors, enjoy food trucks, and explore crafts at this free fall market.

Wed, Oct 28

Boo at the Zoo 2026 – Allergy Friendly Night

Halloween fun at Louisville Zoo with allergy-friendly accommodations.

Fri, Oct 30

Downtown Silent Disco

Silent disco dance party at Big Four Lawn on Louisville's waterfront.

Sun, Nov 1 +1 dates

Día de los Muertos (2026)

Día de los Muertos celebration at Louisville Zoo—family-friendly cultural event.

Sat, Nov 7 +1 dates

ColorFest

Seasonal color celebration at Bernheim Arboretum—natural beauty and outdoor family fun.

Sat, Nov 7

Throo the Boo 2026

Halloween-themed zoo adventure with spooky fun for the whole family.

Thu, Nov 26

Louisville Hungry Turkey 5K

Thanksgiving morning 5K run with donuts and T-shirts at Waterfront Park.

Sat, Dec 5 +5 dates

Beary Happy Holidays (2026)

Holiday fun at Louisville Zoo with festive décor and animal encounters.

Thu, Feb 11

In Harmony Tour: Cadiz

Free Louisville Orchestra concert bringing live classical music to Cadiz.

Fri, Feb 12

In Harmony Tour: Greenville

Free Louisville Orchestra concert bringing live classical music to Greenville.

Sat, Feb 13

In Harmony Tour: Henderson

Free Louisville Orchestra concert bringing live classical music to Henderson.

Sat, May 29

Rollin' on the River Festival

Community festival at Big Four Station Park celebrating craft beverages and local flavors.