Things to do with kids in Toledo (ages 5–9)
These Toledo events hit the sweet spot for school-age kids (roughly ages 5–9).
Sandborn Fall Festival
Annual fall festival with vendors, crafts, fireworks, and family fun in Sandborn.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour in Louisville
Speed Chat Spot
Interactive art experience at Speed Art Museum—chat with curators.
YNPF x Dillards Fall Fashion Show
YNPF x Dillards Fall Fashion Show at Mall St. Matthews, 5000 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY 40207
Secrets of Louisville Food & History Tour in NuLu
Secrets of Louisville Food & History Tour in NuLu at Louisville Food Tours
Sleep In & Sip Louisville
Sleep In & Sip Louisville at Pickup in Louisville
Art at the Falls - Driftwood Wands
Decorate driftwood wands with natural materials at Falls of the Ohio State Park.
Global Views: Expanding Horizons
Global Views: Expanding Horizons at Prospect City Hall
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus: Fun Factory - Louisville
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus: Fun Factory - Louisville at Under The Big Top - Lynn Family Stadium
Go Baby Go! Race Day Experience
Go behind the scenes at Churchill Downs to experience race day with Thoroughbreds up close.
The Germantown Sites and Bites Walking Tour
The Germantown Sites and Bites Walking Tour in Louisville
Day At The Races
General admission to a day at the races at historic Churchill Downs in Louisville.
Louisville Triple Crown
Louisville Triple Crown at Pickup in Louisville
250th Stories in 120
Permanent exhibit celebrating Kentucky's 250th anniversary and showcasing the state's 120 counties.
Louisville to Liberty: The Blackburns' Journey
Learn the remarkable true story of enslaved Thornton & Lucie Blackburn's escape to freedom.
Louisville Legends Tour
Louisville Legends Tour at Pickup in Louisville
I Too Am a Kentuckian
Celebrate 250 years of Kentucky heritage and culture at the Frazier History Museum.
#SundayFunday
Sunday afternoon cruise on the historic Belle of Louisville with river views and family-friendly vibes.
1776 at the Frazier
Interactive exhibit exploring 1776 through audio and guided tours at the Frazier History Museum.
Senior Sundays in September presented by Humana 2026
Senior Sundays at Louisville Zoo in September—great multigenerational outing.
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & The Ghosts of Derby City
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & The Ghosts of Derby City at Entrance to Belvedere at 5th & Main
Black Heritage in Racing Exhibit & Tour
Discover Black pioneers in horse racing history at the Kentucky Derby Museum's special exhibit and guided tour.
Puppets at the Park!
Puppet shows for kids at Waterfront Park's Festival Plaza.
Family Storyhour @ New Washington
Songs, stories, and crafts for babies and toddlers at New Washington Library.
History's Mysteries Fall Break Camp
Young detectives solve history mysteries at Frazier Museum during fall break with crafts & detective games.
Baby Storytime
Songs, stories, and cuddles for babies and toddlers at Louisville Free Public Library.
Thoroughbred Workout Tour
Watch Thoroughbred horses train trackside at the Kentucky Derby Museum.
Author Meet & Greet: Kimberly Banet
Meet local author Kimberly Banet at Borden Library.
Comfort for America 250 Exhibition
See historic American coverlets woven in era-inspired patterns at the Little Loomhouse.
Family Storyhour @ Henryville
Songs, stories, and crafts for children under 5 and caregivers in Charlestown.
Paint and Sip: Lady Autumn
Paint and Sip: Lady Autumn at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Bourbon Trivia @ Whiskey Thief Louisville
Bourbon Trivia @ Whiskey Thief Louisville at Whiskey Thief Tasting Room (Louisville)
STEAM: Paper Airplanes
Hands-on STEAM program where elementary students design and test paper airplanes.
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Women's Volleyball
Louisville Cardinals women's volleyball vs. Notre Dame—collegiate athletes competing at a high level.
David Nail: Down To The Studs Tour
David Nail Down To The Studs Tour with Will Hoge at The Kentucky Center
Accessible Arboretum Tour
Accessible tour of Bernheim Arboretum—explore nature at your own pace.
Pumpkins At Kentucky Kingdom
Experience over 6,000 glowing jack-o'-lanterns and fall thrills at Kentucky Kingdom.
Family Storyhour #2 @ Charlestown
Songs, stories, and crafts for little ones and caregivers.
David Nail - Down To The Studs Tour with Will Hoge
David Nail - Down To The Studs Tour with Will Hoge at The Kentucky Center
David Nail: Down to the Studs Tour with Will Hoge
David Nail: Down to the Studs Tour with Will Hoge at The Kentucky Center - Bomhard Theater
Conservation and Conversations: Fuzz (Virtual)
Virtual wildlife chat at Louisville Zoo—learn about animals from home.
Bestselling Author John Grisham with Author and Political Leader Stacey Abrams - The French Illusion
Bestselling Author John Grisham with Author and Political Leader Stacey Abrams - The French Illusion at The Kentucky Center
Little Big Town - For The Art Of It Tour
Little Big Town brings their For The Art Of It Tour to The Louisville Palace.
Recipes to Share @ Charlestown
Recipes to Share @ Charlestown at Charlestown Library, Charlestown Meeting Room
Shakespeare in the Libraries presents Living History: We the People • Southwest Regional Library
Living-history Shakespeare performance touring libraries across Kentucky.
Bourbon Through Bluegrass
Bourbon Through Bluegrass at Frazier Kentucky History Museum, 829 West Main Street, Louisville, KY, 40202
Murray's Creole Pub Honors Agrumato Month Featuring Exclusive Culinary Special
Murray's Creole Pub Honors Agrumato Month Featuring Exclusive Culinary Special in Louisville
Throwback Thursday
Throwback Thursday at Belle of Louisville Riverboats
Family Storyhour @ Sellersburg
Songs, stories, and crafts for babies and toddlers at Sellersburg Library.
Paint and Sip: Exclusive Verity Experience: Her Version
Paint and Sip: Exclusive Verity Experience: Her Version at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Boo at the Zoo
Sensory-friendlyTrick-or-treat through the Louisville Zoo with festive décor, treats & spooky fun.
Seelbach Hotel Historic Tour
Seelbach Hotel Historic Tour at The Seelbach Hotel
Pumpkins At Kentucky Kingdom
Walk among 5,000+ hand-carved pumpkins and intricate Jack O'Lantern art at Kentucky Kingdom.
Jack's Lantern Trail
Halloween-themed outdoor trail at Iroquois Amphitheater with jack-o'-lantern displays and seasonal fun.
Kentucky Author Forum: John Grisham in Conversation with Stacey Abrams
Kentucky Author Forum: John Grisham in Conversation with Stacey Abrams at Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts
Jack's Lantern Trail
Walk a wooded trail lit by carved pumpkins; proceeds support Louisville's parks.
Boo at the Zoo (2026)
Halloween celebration at Louisville Zoo with trick-or-treating and spooky fun.
Spooky Ornament Craft for Adults
Spooky Ornament Craft for Adults at Meeting Room A at Clarksville Library
Bourbon Social: Legends & Barrels
Bourbon Social: Legends & Barrels at Galt House Hotel, The Trademark Collection by Wyndham
New Washington Teen/Tween Broadway Karaoke
Broadway karaoke night for teens and tweens to sing movie musicals and favorite hits.
Steamboat Supper + Evening Cruise
Steamboat Supper + Evening Cruise at Belle of Louisville Riverboats
Bats Fall Festival
Fall festival with games, food & fun at Louisville Slugger Field.
The Ogle Center Presents: HAUNTED ILLUSIONS Starring David Caserta
Family magic show with illusions, comedy, and spooky fun by master illusionist David Caserta.
Paint and Sip: Lunar Radiance
Paint and Sip: Lunar Radiance at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Family Storyhour @ Borden
Songs, stories, and crafts for little ones at Charlestown Library.
St. James Court Art Show
Three-day outdoor art show with vendors, crafts & family activities.
Free concert: Keltricity
Free Celtic music concert at Floyd County Library featuring traditional and contemporary Irish, Scottish & world sounds.
Nightmare Run 2026
Nightmare Run 2026 at Lowe's on Preston Highway (Nightmare Run starting point)
Exhibition on Screen: James McNeill Whistler at Speed Cinema
Exhibition on Screen: James McNeill Whistler at Speed Cinema in Louisville
Beetlejuice (1988)
Beetlejuice on a 4-story screen at Kentucky Science Center—immersive Tim Burton classic.
Dylan Gossett: Live in Concert
Dylan Gossett Live in Concert at Old Forester's Paristown Hall
ECO Kids Discovery Day
Hands-on nature discovery day at Bernheim Arboretum Visitor Center.
Nature (+)2: Bookmaking from Scratch
Hands-on bookmaking workshop where kids create their own bound books from scratch.
Let’s Move It: An Interpretive Health Hike
Family nature hike with a wellness focus at Bernheim Arboretum.
Couples Therapy: The Theatrical Show
Couples Therapy: The Theatrical Show at The Kentucky Center
National Jug Band Jubilee
National Jug Band Jubilee at Brown-Forman Amphitheater.
Artists & Afros
Celebration of Black art & culture featuring local artists & creative showcases.
Boo at the Zoo (2026): 501st Legion Night
Trick-or-treat through the Louisville Zoo with rides and spooky attractions all in one admission.
Big Read Event: Envisioning Joy!
Big Read Event: Envisioning Joy! at Meeting Room C at Clarksville Library
ARTHUR & FRIENDS MAKE A MUSICAL
Arthur takes the stage in a brand-new musical at Derby Dinner Playhouse.
The City Social™ Walking Tours by Pegasus Tours - NuLu's Sip & Savor
The City Social™ Walking Tours by Pegasus Tours - NuLu's Sip & Savor at NuLu Neighborhood
Racing Louisville FC vs. Utah Royals
Watch Racing Louisville FC, the city's top-tier women's soccer team, take on Utah Royals.
Conservation Patch Day
Earn a conservation patch while learning about nature at Yew Dell Gardens.
Bowman Fest
Explore vintage & military aircraft up close at this family-friendly airfield expo.
Spooky Sprint-Louisville
Family-friendly spooky-themed run where kids and parents dress up and race together at a local park.
Kindness Warrior Walk – Down Syndrome of Louisville
Inclusive family walk supporting Down Syndrome of Louisville.
Paint and Sip: Autumn is Aglow Blacklight
Paint and Sip: Autumn is Aglow Blacklight at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
First Sunday Nature Hike
Monthly guided nature walk at Bernheim Arboretum on the first Sunday.
Wilson Creek Discovery Hike and Tour
Guided nature hike and tour at Bernheim Arboretum exploring Wilson Creek.
Hillary & Acquaintances
Hillary & Acquaintances at TEN20 Craft Brewery
Fall Break Day Camp
Fall break nature day camp at Bernheim Arboretum with outdoor adventures.
Maker’s Mark VIP: The Samuels Legacy Day
Maker’s Mark VIP: The Samuels Legacy Day at Pickup in Louisville
Bluey Palooza!
Bluey-inspired imaginative play, crafts & activities at the library.
Kentucky Author Forum: Andy Beshear in Conversation with Maureen Dowd
Kentucky Author Forum: Andy Beshear in Conversation with Maureen Dowd at Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts
Special Storytime: Banned Books
Family storytime celebrating Banned Books Week through picture books and discussion.
Nature(+)6: Beginning Watercolor
Nature (+)6: Beginning Watercolor at Garden Pavilion
Jersey Boys (Touring)
Classic Broadway musical about four Jersey boys and their rise to fame.
Fava-rite Fall Craft
Toddlers & families create fall-themed seed & bean mosaic art at Clarksville Library.
Daniel In The Lions' Den featuring Queen Esther
Faith-based theatrical production featuring biblical stories at historic Louisville Palace.
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.
Jack's Lantern Trail Experience
Walk through a glowing jack-o'-lantern trail in Louisville.
Eckert's Orchard at Liquor Lab
Eckert's Orchard at Liquor Lab in Louisville
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. California Golden Bears Volleyball
Watch college women's volleyball at Cardinal Arena in Louisville.
Paint and Sip: Dungeon Princess
Paint and Sip: Dungeon Princess at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Nocturnal Networking
Nocturnal Networking at L+A+N+D
Belknap Fall Festival
Two-day community celebration with live music, art, food trucks, and 100+ vendors.
TreeWeek
Multi-day nature celebration with guided hikes, volunteering, and outdoor family fun.
Paint and Sip: Creepy Cutie
Paint and Sip: Creepy Cutie at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Monthly volunteer-run book sale—great for finding treasures and supporting the library.
Louisville Cardinals Football vs. Florida State Seminoles Football
Louisville Cardinals football vs. Florida State Seminoles—big-time college action.
Garvin Gate Blues Festival
Louisville's largest free neighborhood street music festival features blues performances all weekend.
Downtown Drive-in at Waterfront Park
Family drive-in movie experience at Waterfront Park's Brown-Forman Amphitheater.
Paint and Sip: Haunted Moon
Paint and Sip: Haunted Moon at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Kentucky Opera: The Barber of Seville
Kentucky Opera brings Rossini's comic masterpiece The Barber of Seville to life.
Mozart & Haydn
Conductor Teddy Abrams leads classical masterworks—Haydn and Mozart symphonies—at the Ogle Center in Jeffersonville.
"The Barber of Seville" with an 80's theme!
Rossini's Barber of Seville gets a hilarious 80's makeover at W.L. Lyons Brown Theatre.
Staying Nutty
Educational program about nutty plant survival at Bernheim Arboretum.
Not-So-Spooky Movie Night
Family movie screening of Spookley the Square Pumpkin with popcorn and coloring.
Belknap Festival
Weekend street festival with live music performances on multiple stages throughout the day.
Free Play Saturdays
Let kids direct their own play on 17 acres of natural playground at Bernheim Forest.
PBR: Challenger Series
Professional bull riding at KFC Yum! Center—thrilling rodeo action for the whole family.
Casper (1995)
Casper the Friendly Ghost on Kentucky Science Center's giant 4-story IMAX screen.
Dustin Lynch
Country artist Dustin Lynch performs at The Amp at Log Still in New Haven.
Twisted Redemption Demolition Derby
Twisted Redemption Demolition Derby at Freedom Hall—high-octane vehicular spectacle.
After Hours
After Hours at Booty's Diner
Snakes: Tree Tales and Tall Tales
Interactive talk about snakes with myths and facts at Bernheim Arboretum.
Speed Family: Film + Fun
Family-friendly film screening and activities at Speed Art Museum.
3rd Annual Angel Walk
A gentle one-mile remembrance walk at Waterfront Park honoring babies and supporting grieving families.
Free Play Saturday
Free outdoor play at Playcosystem in Bernheim Arboretum on Saturdays.
Piercing the Darkness: The Hubble Space Telescope
Presentation about the Hubble Space Telescope at Bernheim Arboretum.
Pumpkins at PlayPort
Pick pumpkins and enjoy fall fun at Waterfront Park.
Pollinator Pairs (Adult/Child Workshop)
Adult-child nature workshop exploring pollinators at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens.
Garvin Gate Blues Festival
Blues festival in Louisville with live music and family atmosphere.
Belknap Fall Festival
Community fall festival in Louisville with family activities.
Breakfast with the Beasts: Penguins (October)
Breakfast with the Beasts: watch penguins while you eat at Louisville Zoo.
The Temptations & The Four Tops
Soul legends The Temptations & The Four Tops perform at The Louisville Palace.
HalLOUween Parade & Fest 2026
Free Halloween parade and festival in Louisville's NuLu District—costumes, community fun, and East Jeff Street celebration.
Paint and Sip: Amber Forest Falls
Paint and Sip: Amber Forest Falls at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Paint and Sip: Midnight with My Boo
Paint and Sip: Midnight with My Boo at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Salem Fall Craft Market
Salem's inaugural fall craft market featuring local makers and vendors—perfect for holiday shopping and community support.
Shakespeare in the Libraries presents Living History: We the People • Bon Air Library
Living history Shakespeare performance exploring American civics at your local library.
FREE History Lecture Series: Riverfront Reflections
Free history lecture on Louisville's riverfront.
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. Stanford University Cardinal Volleyball
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. Stanford—NCAA Division I college sports at home.
FREE History Lecture Series: Riverfront Reflections
FREE History Lecture Series: Riverfront Reflections at Waterfront Park PlayPort
Goatman Festival
Quirky festival celebrating folklore and community.
International Day Of The Girl Festival
International Day of the Girl Festival celebrating empowerment & community at Big Four Lawn, Louisville.
The History of Concrete at Speed Cinema
The History of Concrete at Speed Cinema in Louisville
Louisville Book Festival
Celebrate books, authors, and reading at Louisville.
Louisville Water Tower & WaterWorks Museum Tour
Tour a 165-year-old water tower and museum showcasing Louisville's water innovation history.
Masterclass Monday: Salsa Dancing
Free salsa dance masterclass for all ages at The Kentucky Center.
Chris Collins presents A TRIBUTE TO JOHN DENVER
Award-winning tribute band celebrates John Denver's music and legacy at the Derby Dinner Playhouse.
Louisville's Great Chili Cook Off
Community chili cook-off competition and tasting.
Nature(+)6: Beginning Observational Drawing
Learn to sketch plants & landscapes at Bernheim Arboretum's nature drawing class.
Dead as a Dodo
Actors Theatre of Louisville presents Dead as a Dodo.
Midweek Nature Stroll
Sensory-friendlyRelaxed nature stroll through Bernheim's Sensory Garden for all ages.
Skelebrations
After-hours Halloween celebration at Louisville Zoo with spooky fun and animal encounters.
Seeing in Space- The Art of Perspective
Three-part drawing course teaching perspective and spatial illusion at a New Albany library arts center.
The Haunting
The Haunting by Kentucky Shakespeare—spooky theatrical production.
Goatman Festival 2026
Four-day festival celebrating Kentucky folklore, cryptids, and local legends at Pope Lick Park in Louisville.
PickleY'all: The Louisville Pickleball Festival
Free, all-ages pickleball festival celebrating the sport with activities and community fun downtown.
Clint Black & Midland - Live in Concert: 8 Nights Only
Country/Americana legends Clint Black & Midland in concert at Louisville Palace.
Open Play Friday: Bakery Dramatic Play
Open Play Friday: Bakery Dramatic Play at The Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center
Hot In Herre: 2000s Dance Party
Hot In Herre: 2000s Dance Party at Headliners Music Hall
The FestiFall
Fall festival with food trucks, live music, games & prizes at Howard Steamboat Museum.
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. Duke Blue Devils Volleyball
Cheer on the Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball team in a competitive college matchup against Duke.
Goosebumps: The Musical
Goosebumps comes to life as a spine-tingling musical at the Kentucky Center.
Color Me CASA! 5k & Family Fun Run
Color Me CASA! 5K & 1-mile fun run benefiting foster kids—family-friendly race day.
Fall Wreath Workshop
Hands-on fall wreath craft workshop at Bernheim Arboretum.
Wrapping Up Bluebird Season
Learn about bluebirds and nature conservation at a botanical garden.
Sonic Live in Concert
Video game music performed live in concert—a treat for Sonic fans and game lovers.
Horticulture Volunteer Workday
Horticulture Volunteer Workday at Edible Garden
Autumn on the River
Annual fall festival with parade, car show, live music, crafts & helicopter rides.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live stunt show with glow effects at KFC YUM! Center.
LouCity vs. Indy FC
Professional soccer match featuring Louisville City FC pushing for championship glory.
Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
The Nightmare Before Christmas on a 4-story IMAX screen—Tim Burton's dark holiday classic.
Perennial Division
Perennial Division at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens
Sellersburg Fall Craft Market
Fall craft market with 75+ vendors, handmade goods & unique gifts—free admission.
Volunteer Orientation
Volunteer Orientation at Research Building
Sketchbook Saturday: Building Artistic Skills One Page at a Time
Sketchbook Saturday: Building Artistic Skills One Page at a Time at The Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center
Speed Together: Explore + Create
Hands-on explore-and-create art program at Speed Art Museum.
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. North Carolina Tarheels Volleyball
Watch U of L women's volleyball take on North Carolina at Cardinal Arena.
Frazier250: What was the Last Native American Village in Kentucky?
Discover Kentucky's Native American heritage with an archaeologist at the Frazier Museum.
Aflora 2026: The Art Festival
Latinx art festival celebrating creativity, culture, music, and community at Paristown Hall.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
Monster trucks perform stunning stunts with glow effects at the KFC Yum! Center.
Meet and Make: Painting from Nature
Create your own nature-inspired paintings using flowers and plants as a guide.
All About Art for Elementary Students: Vincent Van Gogh, Recreate Starry Night Into Scary Night!
All About Art for Elementary Students: Vincent Van Gogh, Recreate Starry Night Into Scary Night! at The Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center
Frazier250: Top 10 Kentuckians
Frazier250: Top 10 Kentuckians at Frazier Kentucky History Museum, 829 West Main Street, Louisville, KY, 40202
Free concert in the park: The 207s (Community Music Alliance Big Band)
Free park concert from The 207s, the Community Music Alliance Big Band.
Mulligan’s 5k Fun Run and Walk
Family-friendly 5K fun run and walk at Waterfront Park—all ages welcome.
Historic Fire Tower Tour
Climb a historic fire tower and explore the landscape from above at Bernheim Arboretum.
Art History Illustrated, Anatomy of a Disaster: The Making of Géricault's Raft of the Medusa
Art History Illustrated, Anatomy of a Disaster: The Making of Géricault's Raft of the Medusa at The Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center
Journey: Final Frontier Tour
Rock legends Journey perform their final tour with era-defining hits at the arena.
Speed Legacy: Carry + Continue
Public program at Speed Art Museum exploring legacy and cultural connection.
Forest Homeschool Hike: Seasonal Nature Walk
Homeschoolers explore seasonal forest ecology on a guided nature walk at Bernheim Arboretum.
Speed Studio: Process + Practice | Legacy Workshop
Speed Studio: Process + Practice | Legacy Workshop in Louisville
Mash-Up Masquerade: A Spooky Silent Disco
Mash-Up Masquerade: A Spooky Silent Disco at The Carriage House at Howard Steamboat Museum
Emmaline: Sinatra, My Sweetheart Tour
Jazz tribute celebrating Sinatra's classics at Mercury Ballroom—elegant and soothing.
The Electric Light Orchestra Experience featuring EVIL WOMAN The American ELO
The Electric Light Orchestra Experience featuring EVIL WOMAN The American ELO at Ogle Center
Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor with Katie Burke
Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor with Katie Burke at The Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center
October Birthday Bash
Birthday celebration for zoo animals with special activities and festivities.
LouCIty vs. Detroit City FC
Professional soccer showdown featuring Louisville City FC competing for a championship.
Rick Bell Historic Walking Tours
Historic walking tour exploring Louisville's waterfront heritage.
Lake Nevin Bird Walk
Join a guided bird walk around Lake Nevin at Bernheim Arboretum and spot local species.
Treeful Treats Along the Trail
A treat-themed nature walk perfect for young explorers at Bernheim Arboretum.
Via Colori Street Painting Festival
Street painting festival with live chalk art at Big Four Lawn & Swing Garden.
Gunshine
Gunshine at The Fox Den
First Annual Trunk or Treat
Trunk-or-treat Halloween event where families walk decorated cars collecting candy and treats.
Jeffersonville Fall Craft Market
Browse 75+ handmade vendors, enjoy food trucks, and explore crafts at this free fall market.
Hocus Pocus (1993)
Disney's Hocus Pocus on Kentucky Science Center's 4-story IMAX screen—witchy Halloween fun.
Family Adventure Day - General Admission
Enjoy a family day at Churchill Downs with general admission access to horse racing.
Trick or Treat at the Track
Daytime Halloween trick-or-treat at Churchill Downs racetrack with family activities.
Family Adventure Day - Reserved Seating
Catch horse racing at Churchill Downs with reserved seating for Family Adventure Day.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac at The Louisville Palace
Halloween Kids Cruise
Two-hour Halloween river cruise with crafts, trick-or-treating, and festive fun.
Family Adventure Day - Dining
Experience racing and dining at Churchill Downs' Family Adventure Day package.
Churchill Downs Family Adventure Day: Trick or Treat at the Track
Family-friendly Halloween trick-or-treat celebration at a historic racetrack.
Rick Bell Historic Walking Tours
Free 1.5-mile historical walking tour of Louisville's Waterfront Park led by author Rick Bell.
Hot Cocoa and a Fall Hike at the Bean House
Warm up with hot cocoa and a cozy fall hike at Bernheim Arboretum.
Full “Harvest Supermoon” Night Hike
Hike under the full Harvest Supermoon and experience the forest at night at Bernheim.
STEAM: Build a "Bone" Bridge!
STEAM: Build a "Bone" Bridge! at The Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center
Artists Roundtable
Artists Roundtable at The Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center
Michter's Spookeasy
Michter's Spookeasy at Frazier Kentucky History Museum, 829 West Main Street, Louisville, KY, 40202
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Candlelit concert of Halloween classics in an awe-inspiring museum setting.
Louisville Ballet presents Frankenstein
Louisville Ballet reimagines the classic monster tale—theatrical artistry and dark romance in motion.
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. Clemson University Tigers Women's Volleyball
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. Clemson at L&N Arena.
Trail & Treat Halloween Event - "Oh, the Treats You'll Find"
Trail & Treat Halloween Event - "Oh, the Treats You'll Find" at Greenway Park
Downtown Silent Disco
Silent disco dance party at Big Four Lawn on Louisville's waterfront.
Frank & Paula Harshaw Pops Series: A John Williams Halloween
Halloween pops concert featuring John Williams' iconic film scores from Harry Potter, Star Wars & Jaws.
Candlelight: Queen vs. The Beatles
Candlelit concert featuring Queen and Beatles hits at Kentucky Science Center.
Night of the Living Yacht with River City Yacht Club Band
Night of the Living Yacht with River City Yacht Club Band at Old Forester's Paristown Hall
Color Me CASA 5k & Family Fun Run
Silly Halloween 5K fun run & activities for kids at New Albany Riverfront.
Louisville Cardinals Football vs. Stanford Cardinal Football
Louisville Cardinals Football vs. Stanford at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium.
William Shatner Live On-stage with Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
William Shatner live on-stage introducing Star Trek II—sci-fi nostalgia meets live theater.
Spooky Songs
Free Halloween concert blending ghost stories, classical music, and silly fun.
Rice Orchard Ridge Discovery Hike
Discover the forest ecology and ridgetop views on a guided hike at Bernheim Arboretum.
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Women's Volleyball
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. Georgia Tech at KFC Yum! Center.
Día de los Muertos (2026)
Día de los Muertos celebration at Louisville Zoo—family-friendly cultural event.
Racing Louisville FC vs. KC Current
Catch Racing Louisville FC vs. KC Current, a professional women's soccer match at Louisville City FC.
Election Day Pop-Up Camp
One-day history camp at Frazier Museum where kids explore wild elections and run their own campaign.
Collage Dance Collective
Award-winning modern dance collective performing at The Kentucky Center.
North American Livestock Exposition & Championship Rodeo
See livestock champions and rodeo action at the country's biggest all-breed show.
2026 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL LIVESTOCK EXPOSITION
International livestock exhibition with cattle, horses & agricultural education.
Free concert: All-In Band
Free concert by the All-In Band at Floyd County Library—originals and covers for the whole family.
Throo the Boo 2026
Halloween-themed zoo adventure with spooky fun for the whole family.
Scribner Middle Holiday Craft Fair
Scribner Middle holiday craft fair featuring handmade gifts and artisan goods.
Fall Container Bulb Workshop
Fall Container Bulb Workshop at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens
Recomposed: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
Fresh reimagining of Vivaldi's Four Seasons alongside Max Richter's contemporary version.
Nancy Grace Roman: A Matter of Perspective
Explore space and astronomy through laser-guided stargazing at Bernheim Arboretum.
ColorFest
Seasonal color celebration at Bernheim Arboretum—natural beauty and outdoor family fun.
Louisville Orchestra: Recomposed: Vivaldi's Four Seasons - Louisville
Louisville Orchestra's fresh take on Vivaldi's beloved Four Seasons.
Midweek Nature Stroll
Take an easy, midweek nature walk in the Bernheim forest.
Wild Kratts Live 2.0: Activate Creature Power!
Wild Kratts Live 2.0 at Brown Theatre—adventure-packed live show inspired by the hit kids' series.
Disney's The Lion King
The iconic Broadway musical brings the Serengeti to life with stunning spectacle.
North American Championship Rodeo
Watch the North American Championship Rodeo at Freedom Hall—bulls, broncos, and thrilling action.
Disney Presents The Lion King (Touring)
Disney's iconic musical The Lion King comes to Louisville at Whitney Hall.
MercyMe, Jeremy Camp, Tim Timmons, Sam Wesley
Christian rock bands MercyMe, Jeremy Camp & more play KFC Yum! Center.
November Birthday Bash
Celebrate November birthdays with special activities and animal encounters at Louisville Zoo.
"King Lear" presented by SoIN to Shakespeare
Free Shakespeare performance of King Lear by community actors at Arts Center.
Girl Scouts: OJ with Orangutans 2026
Girl Scouts explore orangutans up close at Louisville Zoo in this special 2026 program.
Nulu Jingle Fest
NuLu neighborhood holiday festival with live entertainment and festive cheer.
Sellersburg Holiday Craft Market
Indoor holiday craft market with handmade items and artisan goods in Sellersburg.
Dried Floral Ornaments Workshop
Dried Floral Ornaments Workshop at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens
Ashlock Hollow Forest Road Night Hike
Hike through the forest under the stars with laser-guided astronomy at Bernheim Arboretum.
Salem Christmas Craft Market
Holiday craft market in Salem with handmade goods and festive shopping.
STOMP
Explosive percussion show STOMP delivers inventive, witty entertainment for all ages.
Pentatonix: Christmas In the City
Pentatonix performs holiday music with stunning a cappella harmonies at KFC Yum! Center.
Daily Bread
Daily Bread - Vanishing Point Tour at Mercury Ballroom
Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons
Candlelit concert of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons at historic Brown Hotel.
Punch Brothers
Bluegrass masters Punch Brothers perform at Kentucky Center—a lively concert for music-loving families.
Forest Homeschool Hike
Family-friendly forest hike tailored for homeschooling families at Bernheim.
Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert 40th Anniversary pres by 91.9 WFPK
Jim Henson's Labyrinth score performed live—fantasy, music, and magic in concert form.
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons Women's Volleyball
Cheer on the Louisville Cardinals women's volleyball team.
Leanne Morgan: The Time Of Our Lives Tour
Leanne Morgan: The Time Of Our Lives Tour at KFC YUM! Center
Bizet & Mendelssohn
High-energy orchestral concert pairing Bizet and Mendelssohn at Ogle Center.
Friendsgiving
Thanksgiving celebration with festive menu and family activities aboard Belle of Louisville.
Birding for Beginners
Learn to spot birds and identify species in this beginner-friendly nature class.
Louisville Christmas Craft Market
Browse 250+ craft vendors and holiday gift booths at the Louisville Christmas Craft Market.
Adult Mindful Pause Retreat
Adult Mindful Pause Retreat in Clermont
Louisville Cardinals Football vs. Pittsburgh Panthers College Football
Cheer on the Louisville Cardinals football team against Pittsburgh.
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. NC State Wolfpack Women's Volleyball
Cheer on the Louisville Cardinals women's volleyball team against NC State.
Nature (+) Holiday Card Gelli Plate Printmaking
Make holiday cards using gelli plate printmaking at Bernheim Arboretum.
Love Actually Live in Concert
A live concert celebrating the beloved holiday film at The Louisville Palace.
Full “Frost Supermoon” Night Hike
Evening full-moon hike under the Frost Supermoon at Bernheim Arboretum.
Thanksgiving at the Track
Celebrate Thanksgiving with horse racing, festive food, and family fun at Churchill Downs.
Thanksgiving Day - Dining
Celebrate Thanksgiving with dining and racing at historic Churchill Downs—a festive family tradition.
Thanksgiving - Suites
Celebrate Thanksgiving with suite seating and racing at historic Churchill Downs.
Thanksgiving Day - Reserved Seating
Spend Thanksgiving at Churchill Downs with reserved seating for the races—a Kentucky family tradition.
Louisville Hungry Turkey 5K
Thanksgiving morning 5K run with donuts and T-shirts at Waterfront Park.
Thanksgiving Day - General Admission
Watch Thanksgiving Day racing at Churchill Downs with general admission—accessible family fun.
The Clark - General Admission
Watch The Clark horse race with general admission at Churchill Downs.
The Clark - Dining
Experience The Clark horse race with dining at Churchill Downs.
The Clark - Suites
Watch The Clark horse race at Churchill Downs from premium suite seating.
The Clark - Reserved Seating
Watch The Clark horse race from reserved seating at historic Churchill Downs.
Winter Wreath Workshop
Create a custom winter wreath using natural materials from the arboretum.
Louisville Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. SMU Mustangs Womens Volleyball
Watch college women's volleyball at the KFC Yum! Center as Louisville Cardinals take on SMU.
Christmas in the Country Craft Bazaar
46th Annual Christmas in the Country Craft Bazaar with handmade holiday goods.
Handel's Messiah
Louisville Orchestra performs Handel's timeless Messiah, featuring the iconic Hallelujah Chorus.
Free Christmas concert and singalong
Free holiday concert and singalong at Floyd County Library featuring local high school and community choirs.
December Birthday Bash
Celebrate December birthdays with special activities at Louisville Zoo.
Holiday Open House
Holiday celebration at Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest Visitor Center.
Vera Rubin: A Legacy of Time and Space
Evening stargazing program honoring astronomer Vera Rubin at Bernheim.
Santa's Workshop & Holiday Market
Family holiday event with Santa meet-and-greet and festive marketplace shopping.
Candy Cane Course
Family-friendly holiday 5K and kids dash in a scenic park setting.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Heartwarming holiday play "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" kicks off the season.
Yule Cat Cruise
Cruise the river with the Yule Cat, festive vendors, and adoptable cats.
Colors of Nature
Nature art experience exploring the colors and textures of the seasons.
Beary Happy Holidays (2026)
Holiday fun at Louisville Zoo with festive décor and animal encounters.
Nature (+) Crochet Snowflake Ornament
Crochet snowflake ornaments in the garden at Bernheim Arboretum.
Big Band Christmas
Big Band Christmas recreates 1946 Louisville holiday music with Derby City Jazz Orchestra.
Magic Inc. presents Nutcracker In A Nutshell
Magic Inc.'s inventive take on Nutcracker at the historic Louisville Palace.
Christmas Bazaar and Open House
Holiday bazaar with local artisans at the historic Howard Steamboat Museum.
Scribner House Christmas Open House & Tea
Tour New Albany's oldest home, enjoy parlor music, tea, and treats at Scribner House's holiday open house.
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
The magical Nutcracker ballet—a holiday tradition bringing enchantment and artistry to the stage.
Acoustic Jam 2026 presented by 97.5 WAMZ
Acoustic Jam 2026 presented by 97.5 WAMZ at The Louisville Palace
The Brown-Forman Nutcracker
Kentucky Performing Arts brings the classic Nutcracker to life with an enchanting cast and spectacular magic.
The Brown-Forman Nutcracker
Classic holiday ballet at Kentucky Center — a timeless family tradition with stunning sets and dancers.
Painting with the Padre: The Post Impressionist Imagination: Artists of the Early 20th Century
Painting with the Padre: The Post Impressionist Imagination: Artists of the Early 20th Century at Franciscan Arts & Earth Care Initiatives
Christmas Gift and Decor Show
Free admission to 750 booths of holiday crafts, décor, gifts, and jewelry at Kentucky Exposition Center.
Become a Birding Citizen Scientist
Contribute to real bird research by learning citizen-science birding techniques.
Treats from Santa
Meet Santa at Vintage Fire Museum and get a photo, gift, and treat.
Winter Tree Mysteries
Winter nature walk teaching tree identification through bare branches and bark.
Sellersburg Christmas Craft Market
7th Annual holiday craft market celebrating the season with local vendors.
A Charlie Brown Christmas - Live on Stage
Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the Peanuts gang come alive on stage in this beloved holiday classic.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Acrobatic holiday spectacular blending circus arts with festive music and magic.
Historic Fire Tower Tour
Climb a historic fire tower at Bernheim Arboretum for panoramic views.
Cirque Dreams Holidaze
Cirque Dreams Holidaze dazzles with breathtaking acrobatics and holiday magic for the entire family.
Canticles of Christmas
The Louisville Chorus performs carols and sacred canticles by candlelight at the Cathedral of the Assumption.
Matthew West Come Home For Christmas Live On Tour
Holiday concert tour by Christian artist Matthew West at The Louisville Palace.
Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Tour 2026
Vienna Light Orchestra brings holiday magic and classical music to Louisville Memorial Auditorium.
Georgetown Last Minute Gift Show
Last-minute holiday gift show with local vendors and handmade items.
United Cresent Hill Ministries 30th Santa Sprint & Stroll -a timed 5K
Run or stroll a festive 5K through Cherokee Park in holiday spirit, benefiting United Cresent Hill Ministries.
Cruise-e-oke
Sing your heart out on a river cruise down the Ohio aboard the historic Belle of Louisville.
Canticles of Christmas
Sunday afternoon holiday concert with the Louisville Chorus singing carols and sacred canticles.
Derek Hough Dance For The Holidays
Holiday dance spectacular by Derek Hough at the Louisville Palace.
KY Flea Market New Years Spectacular
Free admission to one of the nation's finest flea markets with vendors selling antiques, toys, and collectibles.
Boop! The Musical (Touring)
Touring musical production at Whitney Hall in Louisville—live theater entertainment for families.
Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women
Classic adaptation of Little Women at Actors Theatre of Louisville.
Louisville Orchestra Teddy Conducts Music of the Mines
Family-friendly orchestral concert featuring music inspired by mining themes.
Teddy Conducts Music of the Mines
Young conductor Teddy Abrams leads the Louisville Orchestra through music inspired by mining and Appalachian culture.
O.M.A.R. Presents Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular
O.M.A.R. Presents Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular at Louisville
Louisville Orchestra Leslie Odom, Jr.
Enjoy Leslie Odom, Jr. performing with the Louisville Orchestra.
Frank & Paula Harshaw Pops Series: Leslie Odom, Jr.
Tony and Grammy Award winner Leslie Odom, Jr. performs soulful, sophisticated music.
Louisville Orchestra Sibelius Symphony No. 2
Experience Sibelius Symphony No. 2 performed by the Louisville Orchestra.
Laurie Berkner: Greatest Hits Solo Tour
Beloved children's performer Laurie Berkner brings her greatest hits to the Brown Theatre.
Emporium Presents & KPAP Present Laurie Berkner The Greatest Hits Solo Tour
Children's music concert featuring Laurie Berkner performing her greatest hits.
Cirque Alice
Acrobatic spectacle Cirque Alice at the historic Louisville Palace.
Where's Walton
Where's Walton at Oxmoor Farm
National Farm Machinery Show Championship Tractor Pull
Roaring tractor pulls at the National Farm Machinery Show Championship at Freedom Hall.
2027 61st NATIONAL FARM MACHINERY SHOW
Explore tractors, farm equipment, and agricultural machinery at this major annual showcase at Kentucky Exposition Center.
Louisville Ballet Carmen
Louisville Ballet's classic production of Carmen, a dramatic and visually stunning tale.
Carmen
Carmen at Brown Theatre
Language of Love
Language of Love at Woodhaven Country Club
Joe Bonamassa - Louisville
Joe Bonamassa - Louisville at Louisville Palace
Vivaldi & Beethoven
Louisville Orchestra's Nightlites program features Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Beethoven's Symphony No. 2.
Vivaldi & Beethoven
Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Beethoven's Symphony paired in a lively evening of masterpieces.
Mahler Symphony No. 1 "Titan"
Mahler Symphony No. 1 "Titan" at Whitney Hall
Debussy & Ravel
Conductor Molly Turner leads an evening of shimmering orchestral works including Ravel's whimsical Mother Goose Suite.
StageOne Family Theatre If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
Family theatre adaptation of the beloved picture book 'If You Give a Mouse a Cookie.'
Bluey's Big Play
Live stage show featuring the beloved Bluey characters at The Louisville Palace.
MID-AMERICA TRUCKING SHOW
Browse big rigs, trucks, and transportation equipment at the major Mid-America Trucking Show.
Derby City 10K® and 5K
Derby City 10K® and 5K at Louisville Slugger Field
NouLou van Beethoven
NouLou van Beethoven at Oxmoor Farm
Frank & Paula Harshaw Pops Series: Michael Feinstein
Elegant Pops Series concert with vocalist Michael Feinstein celebrating classic American songbooks.
Michael Feinstein "My Celebration" - Best of Johnny Mathis and Henry Mancini
Michael Feinstein: My Celebration - Best of Johnny Mathis and Henry Mancini at Louisville
Louisville Orchestra Beethoven Piano Concerto Marathon
Louisville Orchestra's marathon concert celebrating Beethoven's beloved piano concertos.
Beethoven Piano Concerto Marathon
Beethoven Piano Concerto Marathon at Whitney Hall
Shipyard Swing: A steamboat nights dinner
Shipyard Swing: A steamboat nights dinner at The Carriage House at Howard Steamboat Museum
Yo-Yo Ma Spring Gala Evening
Yo-Yo Ma Spring Gala Evening at Louisville
Yo-Yo Ma
Cellist Yo-Yo Ma performs with the Louisville Orchestra and conductor Teddy Abrams at the Spring Gala.
Phantasy & Passion
Phantasy & Passion at Oxmoor Farm
Louisville Orchestra Rhapsody Reimagined
Louisville Orchestra performs reimagined rhapsody compositions in an innovative concert.
Rhapsody Reimagined
Louisville Orchestra reimagines Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue through Latin Jazz with Cuban pianist Ahmed Alom.
Songs Without Borders
Songs Without Borders at Hurstbourne Christian Church
Rhapsody Reimagined
Rhapsody Reimagined at Whitney Hall
153rd Kentucky Derby & Kentucky Oaks - 2-Day Packages
Legendary horse-racing event at Churchill Downs — iconic Kentucky tradition for families.
¡Viva la Música!
¡Viva la Música! at Holy Name Catholic Church
¡Viva la Música!
¡Viva la Música! at St. Mary of the Annunciation
Rollin' on the River Festival
Community festival at Big Four Station Park celebrating craft beverages and local flavors.
GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA
The legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra—19-piece big band at Derby Dinner Playhouse.
Fanfare for Freedom
Free patriotic summer concert featuring American anthems, service songs, and Copland classics.
Fanfare for Freedom
Free season-finale patriotic concert with American anthems, service songs, and Copland at a local church.
STREET ROD NATIONALS
Multi-day classic car and hot rod exhibition—perfect for auto enthusiasts.
2027 KENTUCKY STATE FAIR
Kentucky's premier annual fair with livestock, exhibits, rides, and entertainment.
Carousel: In Concert
Louisville Chorus performs Rodgers & Hammerstein's beloved musical Carousel in concert form.
Redevelop Commission Meeting
Redevelop Commission Meeting in Jeffersonville
Fire Merit Commission
Fire Merit Commission in Jeffersonville
Sanitary Sewer Board
Sanitary Sewer Board in Jeffersonville
Police Merit Commission
Police Merit Commission in Jeffersonville
Parks Authority Board
Parks Authority Board in Jeffersonville
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