Things to do with toddlers in Toledo
Got a little one? These Toledo events are a great fit for toddlers (roughly ages 2–4).
YoungsTown Parade
YoungsTown Parade—family-friendly street celebration.
Toledo Mud Hens at Louisville Bats
Minor-league baseball: Toledo Mud Hens at Louisville Bats.
Paint and Sip: New Beginnings Bloom
Paint and Sip: New Beginnings Bloom at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Paint and Sip: Blue Herons and the Red Sun
Paint and Sip: Blue Herons and the Red Sun at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
The Poetry of Relationships: Two Poets -Lennie Hay & Pat Owen - Read and Discuss Their Work!
The Poetry of Relationships: Two Poets -Lennie Hay & Pat Owen - Read and Discuss Their Work! at Meeting Room A at Clarksville Library
ARTIE DEAN HARRIS & BOURBONTOWN - J-Town Summer Concert Series (FREE SHOW)
Free community concert series in Louisville featuring live music.
Paint and Sip: Colorful Poppies
Paint and Sip: Colorful Poppies at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
2nd Thursday - Discover The Grisamore House
Step back in time at Clark County Museum's monthly history talk series.
Surfside Summer Jams: Sheryl Rouse
Summer concert festival in Jeffersonville with live music.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
Drop in for a casual tour of Speed Art Museum's current collection highlights.
Totally Tubular Festival: Thomas Dolby and the Lost TOy People A Flock of Seagulls & Animotion
Retro '80s festival with classic artists and family fun.
August Music in the Park - Madison, Indiana
Free outdoor music concert at Bicentennial Park in Madison, Indiana.
Paint and Sip: Lunar Grove
Paint and Sip: Lunar Grove at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
HDL Race #4 at Ohio Valley Dragway
HDL Race #4 at Ohio Valley Dragway—see racing action live.
Totally Tubular Festival 2026
Retro 1980s–90s pop culture festival with music and nostalgia at Iroquois Amphitheater.
Let's Learn @ the library with the Musical Duo of Becky Gentry and Mike O'Bryan: Movie Themes/Matinee Music!
Let's Learn @ the library with the Musical Duo of Becky Gentry and Mike O'Bryan: Movie Themes/Matinee Music! at Meeting Rooms A & B at Clarksville Library
2026 FREE Summer Concert Series-Gary Vidito and the Not Done Yet Band
Free summer concert series in Bardstown with live local music.
Cinema Safari 2026 – Zootopia 2
Outdoor movie screening of Zootopia 2 at Louisville Zoo.
Grease & Guitars- Summer Concert Series
Summer concert series in Eminence featuring live music for all ages.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Community book sale at Jeffersonville Library with something for every reader.
Downtown Drive-in at Waterfront Park
Drive-in movie experience at Waterfront Park in Louisville.
Bingo!
Family-friendly retro bingo fundraiser with live games and outdoor play area.
Family Nature Club-Egg Carton Horn Corals
Craft extinct horn corals from egg cartons with a naturalist guide.
Another Comedy Show at The Alcove
Another Comedy Show at The Alcove in Jeffersonville
Summer Luau Night Market
Summer night market in Jeffersonville with food, vendors, and live atmosphere.
CONNECT @ Bernheim
Outdoor nature event at Bernheim Arboretum—explore the grounds and trails.
Abstract Expressionists: The Women exhibition tour
Exhibition tour celebrating women abstract expressionists at Speed Art Museum.
Tails and Tales with Mia the Therapy Dog
Sensory-friendlyRelaxed story time with Mia, a certified therapy dog, perfect for early readers.
Paint and Sip: Glow River
Paint and Sip: Glow River at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Jammin in Jeff - Thunderstruck / Wicked Sensation
Live music and night market at Jeffersonville RiverStage's summer celebration.
Speed Chat Spot
Museum event at Speed Art Museum in Louisville—check venue for details.
Breakfast with the Beasts: Orangutan
Breakfast with the Beasts at Louisville Zoo—meet orangutans!
Holistic Learning Group with Sarah Lundy!
Holistic Learning Group with Sarah Lundy! at Meeting Room C at Clarksville Library
CONNECT
CONNECT at Lake Nevin, Bernheim—outdoor nature exploration and activities.
NWSL - Racing Louisville vs Boston Legacy
Professional women's soccer: Racing Louisville vs Boston Legacy.
Boujivilles Summer Bash
Summer bash in Taylorsville with family-friendly food and activities.
Sacred Earth Community Market
Community market in Louisville with local vendors and crafts.
Paint and Sip: Jimothy
Paint and Sip: Jimothy at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
THE 2026 HARMONY AND HANDMADE FESTIVAL, LOUISVILLE
Harmony and Handmade Festival in Louisville celebrating local arts and crafts.
Mighty Kindness Hoot!
Mighty Kindness Hoot! community event in Louisville.
The 5th Annual Bloomfield Street Concert featuring JD Shelburne with special guests!
Annual Bloomfield Street Concert with live music from JD Shelburne.
Tastin' & Tossin' Summer Fest Cornhole Tournament Registration
Summer cornhole tournament and fest in Louisville—fun for all ages.
Third Sunday Nature Hike
Third Sunday Nature Hike at Bernheim Arboretum—guided outdoor exploration.
Paint and Sip: Black Light Bear
Paint and Sip: Black Light Bear at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Paint and Sip: Starry Night Sunflowers
Paint and Sip: Starry Night Sunflowers at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Art at the Falls-Paper Crinoids Craft
Make paper crinoid collages with an art-focused naturalist ($7).
Speed Together: Explore + Create
Family art exploration and hands-on creative workshop at Speed Art Museum.
Frazier 250: Exploring Revolutionary Threads and I Too Am a Kentuckian Exhibits
All-ages program exploring Kentucky's Revolutionary War history with exhibits, soldiers, and family discussions.
Revolutionary Threads Exhibition Opening
All-ages exhibition of Revolutionary War replica uniforms and soldier stories at Frazier Museum.
CFA Louisville Kickoff Night 🎉
CFA Louisville Kickoff Night festival in Louisville.
Cozy Mystery Book Club @ Charlestown
Cozy Mystery Book Club @ Charlestown at Charlestown Library - Charlestown Meeting Room
The Merry Melodies in Concert!
The Merry Melodies in Concert! at Meeting Room C at Clarksville Library
Paint and Sip: Simply Monet
Paint and Sip: Simply Monet at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Puppets at the Park!
Puppet shows for kids at Waterfront Park's Festival Plaza.
Creatives Connect
Creatives Connect at Jasteka Cultural Center
Paint and Sip: Paradise Found
Paint and Sip: Paradise Found at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Paint and Sip: My Wish
Paint and Sip: My Wish at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
NWSL - Racing Louisville vs Seattle Reign
Watch pro soccer—Racing Louisville vs Seattle Reign at Lynn Family Stadium.
Free concert in the park: Keltricity
Free outdoor concert by Keltricity at the park—bring a chair and enjoy live music.
Techfest Louisville
Techfest Louisville — hands-on tech and STEM activities for curious kids and families.
Sellersburg Celebrates!
Three-day community festival with carnival rides, live music, and 100+ vendors.
Summer Series: Daycap at Angel's Envy Distillery
Summer Series: Daycap at Angel's Envy Distillery at Angel's Envy Distillery, 500 E Main St, Louisville, KY 40202
Food for Thought @ Sellersburg
Food for Thought @ Sellersburg at Sellersburg Library - Sellersburg Meeting Room
The Outsiders (Touring)
The Outsiders at Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts — family-friendly theatrical production.
Surfside Summer Jams: Hot Brown Smackdown
Surfside Summer Jams in Jeffersonville — outdoor summer festival with live music and food.
For the Love of Books
For the Love of Books at Henryville Library - Henryville Meeting Room
Art History Illustrated: An Art History of Mexico
Art History Illustrated: An Art History of Mexico at The Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center
Toddler Storytime: Friends
Babies and toddlers enjoy stories, songs, and friendship-themed crafts with Ms. Monica.
2026 KENTUCKY STATE FAIR
Kentucky's annual state fair with rides, livestock, agricultural exhibits & food.
Paint and Sip: Red Poppies!
Paint and Sip: Red Poppies! at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
FREE Ice Cream Social and Magic!
Free ice cream and live magic—no registration needed, just show up!
Ole 60: Off The Grid Tour
Ole 60 performs at Iroquois Amphitheater on their Off The Grid Tour.
Music in the Park | Sun Valley Park
Music in the Park at Sun Valley Park — free live music in a family-friendly outdoor setting.
Paint and Sip: Campfire Ghost Stories
Paint and Sip: Campfire Ghost Stories at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
HartShaker @ Big Spring Country Club/Harmony Landing, Friday, August 31st, 6pm
HartShaker live at Big Spring Country Club in Goshen, KY.
Time Travelers Vintage Expo
Time Travelers Vintage Expo—collectibles & nostalgia in Louisville.
Rosie & the Rockabillies Rock the River at The Dock 🎶
Rosie & the Rockabillies live music at The Dock in Leavenworth.
2026 FREE Summer Concert Series-AltarNatives
Free summer concert with AltarNatives in Bardstown.
Madison, IN BBQ Party welcomes Mike Milligan and Steam Shovel
Madison BBQ Party with live music in Madison, IN.
Femmes To The Front Lou & The Alcove present: NEVER SAY NEVER
All-ages music festival celebrating femme musicians at The Depot at NoCo.
Goldy lockS
Live music at the Kentucky State Fair—classic family fun.
Bagdad (KY) Farmers Market Honkytonk Party!
Farmers market with live music and honky-tonk fun in Bagdad.
Kentucky State Fair
Classic Kentucky State Fair with rides, food, entertainment, and seasonal fun for the whole family.
Paint and Sip: Enchanted Moonlight
Paint and Sip: Enchanted Moonlight at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Fall Porch Leaner Class at Art Near Speed Park
Fall Porch Leaner Class at Art Near Speed Park at Speed Memorial Fellowship Hall
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
Paint and Sip: Autumnal Peak
Paint and Sip: Autumnal Peak at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
5th Annual Art Near Speed Park
Juried art show at Speed Park featuring local crafts and handmade goods.
Paint and Sip: Nite Lite
Paint and Sip: Nite Lite at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Best of Both Worlds Tour -KY
Best of Both Worlds Tour in Louisville — family-friendly touring event.
Paint and Sip: Luscious Lavender
Paint and Sip: Luscious Lavender at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
7th Annual Sunset Music Series: V-Groove
7th Annual Sunset Music Series featuring V-Groove in Louisville.
Goldy lockS
Live music concert in Louisville.
Paint and Sip: Mothman Moonrise
Paint and Sip: Mothman Moonrise at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
World's Championship Horse Show
World's Championship Horse Show at Freedom Hall in Louisville.
Art at the Market
Art and craft market at Snapp Street in Mount Washington.
Gwinnett Stripers at Louisville Bats
Minor-league baseball: Gwinnett Stripers vs Louisville Bats at Louisville Slugger Field.
Paint and Sip: Desert Flower
Paint and Sip: Desert Flower at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Late Summer Movie Matinee
Late Summer Movie Matinee at Meeting Room C at Clarksville Library
Kentucky State Fair 2026 in Louisville
Kentucky State Fair — rides, animals, food, exhibits, and entertainment for all ages.
Back to School Bingo @ Charlestown Library
Back-to-school bingo game for young kids with prizes and snacks.
Paint and Sip: Twinkle Twinkle Little Mermaid
Paint and Sip: Twinkle Twinkle Little Mermaid at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Coffee and Crime: A True Crime Bookclub
Coffee and Crime: A True Crime Bookclub at Henryville Library - Henryville Meeting Room
Conservation and Conversations: Urban Green Space (Virtual)
Virtual educational talk on urban green space from Louisville Zoo—learn about conservation.
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday at Big Four Lawn—free outdoor music series on the riverfront.
Paint and Sip: Pumpkin Trio
Paint and Sip: Pumpkin Trio at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Louisville Zoo’s Hump Day Happy Hour - Islands Getaway
Louisville Zoo’s Hump Day Happy Hour - Islands Getaway
Speed Legacy: Carry + Continue
Public program at Speed Art Museum exploring legacy, identity, and community.
Paint and Sip: Those Summer Nights
Paint and Sip: Those Summer Nights at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Monthly Jam at Middletown Library
Monthly Jam at Middletown Library—community music and performance gathering.
Artists Roundtable, Feedback Meeting for August
Artists Roundtable, Feedback Meeting for August at The Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center
Open Air Studio
Open-air art studio at Bernheim Arboretum—create art in nature by the lake.
Surfside Summer Jams: Roadie
Summer outdoor concert series in Jeffersonville featuring live music for all ages.
Accessible Arboretum Tour
Accessible guided tour at Bernheim Arboretum—explore beautiful gardens and trees.
Paint and Sip: Galaxy Beach
Paint and Sip: Galaxy Beach at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Abstract Expressionists: The Women exhibition tour
Guided tour celebrating pioneering women abstract expressionist artists.
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
Indiana Hoosiers vs Louisville Cardinals Womens Volleyball
2026 FREE Summer Concert Series-Wildfire
FREE summer concert series in Bardstown with live music.
Pearl Street Taphouse Augtoberfest
Pearl Street Taphouse Augtoberfest in Jeffersonville
USL Championship - Louisville City vs Detroit City
USL Championship soccer: Louisville City vs. Detroit City.
August Birthday Bash
Celebrate animal birthdays with special activities and festivities at Louisville Zoo.
Louisville Home Show (August)
Home improvement ideas and vendor booths at Louisville's August Home Show.
Jeffersonville Late Summer Craft Market
Late-summer craft market with 75+ vendors, food trucks, and handmade goods in Jeffersonville.
KOI Drag Racing at The Nelson County KY Fairgrounds on Saturday August the 29th
High-octane drag racing at Nelson County Fair, Bardstown, Kentucky.
Miss Buttermilk Festival Preliminary Pageant
Pageant preliminaries at the Buttermilk Festival in Bardstown.
Show Up Ready -A Time of Celebration!
Community celebration festival in Shelbyville, Kentucky.
Disney Pin Trading Event - Fall 2026 - Louisville, KY
Collect Disney pins with fellow fans at a fall trading event in Louisville.
Jeffersonville Late Summer Craft Market
Browse handmade crafts & wares at the Jeffersonville Late Summer Craft Market.
Jeffersonville Late Summer Craft Market
75+ vendors, food trucks, and handmade goods at a free-admission craft market in Jeffersonville.
R&B lemon Drop Festival
R&B music and food festival at Mellwood Art Center in Louisville.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Day 2026
Celebrate Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness at Louisville Zoo.
SoIN Soundcheck - Ray Keys
SoIN Soundcheck - Ray Keys at Southern Indiana Visitor Center
Jammin in Jeff - Born Cross Eyed / Wolf
Jammin in Jeff - Born Cross Eyed / Wolf at Jeffersonville RiverStage
The SIP
The SIP at New Albany Main Street
Dayton Flyers vs Louisville Cardinals Womens Volleyball
Watch college women's volleyball: Dayton Flyers vs Louisville Cardinals.
Free concert in the park: Community Music Alliance Choir
Free outdoor concert by Community Music Alliance Choir at Sam Peden Community Park.
Brian Free & Assurance in Louisville
Gospel/inspirational concert in Louisville—uplifting live music for families.
Surfside Summer Jams: Shannon Vetter & The Sleepless Pilgrims
Summer music festival in Jeffersonville with live band and outdoor family fun.
RCP para niños y adultos (East Broadway)
RCP para niños y adultos—bilingual family festival celebration on East Broadway.
Kentucky Flea Market
Kentucky Flea Market at the Exposition Center—hunt for treasures and collectibles.
Keltricity
Keltricity—Celtic music festival on Crescent Avenue in Louisville.
Cinema Safari 2026 – Wicked For Good
Cinema Safari at Louisville Zoo—outdoor movie night with animals and family fun.
Community Healing Revival
Family-friendly outdoor celebration at Big Four Lawn with food, fun, and activities for all ages.
Free concert: Crazy Chester
Free acoustic concert by Crazy Chester at The Floyd County Library — soulful original songs and covers.
ECO Kids Discovery Day
Hands-on eco science activities at Bernheim Arboretum.
Shelbyville Fall Art & Craft Show!
Shelbyville Fall Art & Craft Show — vendor fair with handmade goods and creative finds.
SCI Show & Shine
SCI Show & Shine — car show celebration with vehicles, vendors, and family activities.
Fleur De Flea Vintage Urban Market
Vintage flea market with unique crafts and finds.
Premium Rental: Angel City at Racing Louisville FC
Racing Louisville FC home match — professional women's soccer spectator experience.
8th Annual Howard Steamboat Museum benefit car show
Howard Steamboat Museum benefit car show — vintage & classic vehicles with museum support.
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.
Westport Day
Westport Day — neighborhood festival with community activities and local celebration.
Finley Fest 2026
Finley Fest 2026 — community festival with entertainment and family activities.
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.
Smoke on the Water
Community festival with food, music, and family fun.
NWSL - Racing Louisville vs Angel City
NWSL Racing Louisville vs Angel City — professional women's soccer at Lynn Family Stadium.
Individuals 2nd Annual Back Bumper Bash
Community bash with bumper cars and outdoor fun for the whole family.
Breakfast with the Beasts: Aldabra Tortoise
Dine among giants: breakfast experience with the zoo's Aldabra tortoise.
9th Annual Howard Steamboat Museum Car Show Fundraiser
Classic car show fundraiser celebrating steamboat history at the Howard Steamboat Museum.
Individuals & USO Back Bumper Bash
Community celebration with USO and patriotic spirit.
CTA Summer Concert Season Finale
Free community concert series finale at Willow Park.
Georgetown Lions Club Mike Mills Memorial Labor Day Festival & Car Rally
Labor Day Festival with live music, cars, food, and family activities.
Columbus Clippers at Louisville Bats
Minor-league baseball: cheer on the Columbus Clippers at Louisville Slugger Field.
Unbroken Circle Music Festival: Greensky Bluegrass Whitey Morgan & The 78s - Thursday
Unbroken Circle Music Festival with live bluegrass—family-friendly festival atmosphere.
Unbroken Circle Music Festival 2026 (Madison, IN)
Multi-day music festival in Madison, IN with live performances and family atmosphere.
Twilight Thursday
Evening racing experience at historic Churchill Downs in Louisville.
Unbroken Circle Music Festival at Bicentennial Park
Unbroken Circle Music Festival at beautiful Bicentennial Park in Madison.
JUICE BOX HEROES - J-Town Summer Concert Series (FREE SHOW)
Free summer concert series in Louisville—great for families.
Advancing The Church: EQUIP Conference 2026
Church conference at Graceland Baptist Church in New Albany.
Surfside Summer Jams: Tyrone Cotton
Surfside Summer Jams outdoor concert series in Jeffersonville.
Sierra Ferrell, Tanner Usrey, Shane Smith And The Saints, and Emily Nenni
Live music at Bicentennial Park in Madison with multiple touring artists.
Give For Good Louisville 2026
Community giving event at Louisville's Waterfront Park.
Columbus Clippers vs Louisville Bats
Minor-league baseball: Columbus Clippers vs Louisville Bats at Slugger Field.
YoungsTown Parade
YoungsTown Parade on River Road—local community celebration & procession.
2026 Gaslight Festival Balloon Glow
Gaslight Festival Balloon Glow in Jeffersontown—magical nighttime balloon display.
Day At The Races
Horse racing day at historic Churchill Downs—iconic Louisville sporting experience.
NWSL - Racing Louisville vs Gotham FC
Pro women's soccer: Racing Louisville vs Gotham FC at Lynn Family Stadium.
Myotonic Mayhem
Quirky Salem festival celebrating myotonic goats—fun, family-friendly farm spectacle.
Homearama
New-home showcase tour at Norton Commons—explore model homes & community.
Recovery Family Day, Shelbyville
Recovery Family Day celebration on Main Street, Shelbyville.
Barks and Recreation
Dog-themed community festival celebrating pets and recreation.
America250 Family Day
Family Independence Day celebration with crafts, scavenger hunts, live theater & museum access.
Premium Rental: El Paso at Louisville City FC
Watch Louisville City FC take on El Paso in a professional soccer match.
Sellersburg Autumn Kick-Off Craft Market
Fall craft market with 75+ vendors selling handmade goods and unique gifts.
1st Annual 'Pawpaw Party' at Ironweed Nursery!
Inaugural pawpaw celebration at Ironweed Nursery—taste native fruits and learn about this special tree.
Roberts Family Farm 5K Run/Walk
Roberts Family Farm 5K run/walk event in Guston.
Crimson Extravaganza Cookout
Crimson Extravaganza cookout family gathering in Louisville.
2026 Gaslight Festival 5K
Gaslight Festival 5K run/walk in Jeffersontown.
Jim & Irene Karp Music Without Borders: Pedrito Martinez Group
Free all-ages concert featuring Pedrito Martinez Group performing Afro-Cuban music.
ARCA Menards Series Race Auto Racing
ARCA Menards Series auto racing at Salem Speedway.
2026 Bourbon City Bash
Bourbon City Bash community festival in Louisville.
Autumnal Jazz Fest
Autumnal Jazz Fest outdoor music festival in Louisville.
Big Four Arts Festival
Multi-day arts festival at Big Four Bridge on the Louisville waterfront with family-friendly activities.
Bailey's Classic Car Show
Classic car show celebrating vintage automobiles and community.
Let's Roll:Patriots Day Car Show
Patriot's Day car show family festival in Crestwood.
USL Championship - Louisville City vs El Paso Locomotive
USL Championship soccer match at Lynn Family Stadium.
Free Family Fun at Origin Park
Free family fun day at Origin Park in Clarksville.
Louisville Home Show
Home improvement and décor expo showcasing ideas for families.
Breakfast with the Beasts: Red Panda
Eat breakfast with a view of red pandas at Louisville Zoo—a special animal encounter.
Monarch Festival at Art on the Parish Green
Celebrate monarch butterflies at this festival highlighting their amazing 3,000-mile migration.
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.
Hoosier No Prep RACE 6 @ Salem - Family Night
Family-friendly racing night at Hoosier No Prep with special events.
Free Play Saturday
Free unstructured outdoor play at Playcosystem in Bernheim Arboretum.
Trimble County Apple Festival
Annual apple festival celebrating fall harvest with food & activities.
Native Plant Sale (September 2026)
Native plant sale at Louisville Zoo.
Milltown Police Department presents the 2026 Milltown Community Festival Auto Show
Community festival auto show in Milltown.
Peaches
Peaches festival celebration in Louisville.
Free concert in the park: Erin Hill
Free outdoor concert featuring Erin Hill at Sam Peden Community Park.
In Harmony Tour: Elizabethtown
Free Louisville Orchestra concert bringing live classical music to Elizabethtown.
Fall Plant Sale
Fall plant sale at Bernheim Arboretum—perfect for families who love gardens.
In Harmony Tour: Frenchburg
Free Louisville Orchestra concert bringing live classical music to Frenchburg.
2026 Gaslight Festival Weekend- Arts & Crafts, Commercial Vendors
Arts, crafts & vendor booths at Gaslight Festival Weekend in Jeffersontown.
5th Annual Legacy Fest
5th Annual Legacy Fest on West Main Street in Louisville.
Kids Center Walk and Roll
Kids Center Walk and Roll event at Big Four Lawn—active fun for families.
Georgetown Fall Craft Show
Handmade-only craft show featuring local artisans and vendors.
In Harmony Tour: Bardstown
Free Louisville Orchestra concert bringing live classical music to Bardstown.
SMU Mustangs vs Louisville Cardinals
BugFest
Discover insects and nature at Bernheim Arboretum's annual BugFest celebration.
5th Annual North Bullitt High School Fall Craft Fair 2026
Browse handmade crafts at North Bullitt High School's annual fall fair.
Bourbon, Blues and Boots - The MidSouthern Hoedown
Celebrate Southern culture with live music, food, and fun at this Shelbyville hoedown.
Main Street Barbershop Car Show
Check out classic cars and hot rods at this Main Street car show in Shelbyville.
USL Championship - Louisville City vs Loudoun United
Watch Louisville City FC battle Loudoun United in professional soccer action.
La Fiesta at the Zoo: A Latin American Heritage Celebration (2026)
Celebrate Latin American culture with food, music, and family fun at Louisville Zoo.
Celtic Conundrum
Celtic Conundrum festival in Eminence celebrating Irish culture and music.
Third Sunday Nature Hike
Nature hike at Bernheim Arboretum exploring forest trails and gardens.
Family Adventure Day
Family Adventure Day at Churchill Downs with activities for all ages.
DURANGO FEST EN SHEPERDSVILLE
Durango Fest in Shepherdsville with food, music, and family fun.
2026 Gaslight Festival Car and Bike Show
Car and bike show featuring classic and custom vehicles—perfect for car enthusiasts.
"The Haunting of the ISLAND MAID!" A Murder Mystery Dinner
"The Haunting of the ISLAND MAID!" A Murder Mystery Dinner at Howard Steamboat Museum
Cardinal Grace Foundation/ YPR Save a Life Day 2026
Community awareness day at South 5th Street in Louisville.
Giant Indoor Yardsale
Giant indoor yard sale—hunt for treasures & bargains.
Prokofiev & Brahm's
Prokofiev & Brahm's at Louisville Orchestra
NWSL - Racing Louisville vs San Diego Wave
Professional women's soccer at Lynn Family Stadium—exciting live sports.
Pal Wow Family Fun Festival 2026
Family fun festival in Palmyra with activities for all ages.
September Birthday Bash
Celebrate animal birthdays with special activities at Louisville Zoo.
Floyds Knobs Fall Craft Market
Browse handmade crafts and goods from local artisans at a community fall market.
Pumpkins At Kentucky Kingdom
Early-access preview of 6,000+ glowing pumpkins and Jack O' Lantern Spectacular at Kentucky Kingdom.
Boo at the Zoo (2026)
Halloween celebration at Louisville Zoo with trick-or-treating and spooky fun.
Pumpkins At Kentucky Kingdom
Fall festival at Kentucky Kingdom featuring rides, pumpkins, live entertainment, and trick-or-treat fun.
Free concert: Keltricity
Free Celtic music concert at Floyd County Library featuring traditional and contemporary Irish, Scottish & world sounds.
Kindness Warrior Walk – Down Syndrome of Louisville
Inclusive family walk supporting Down Syndrome of Louisville.
National Jug Band Jubilee
National Jug Band Jubilee at Brown-Forman Amphitheater.
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.
Boo at the Zoo 2026 – Sensory Friendly Night
Sensory-friendlyBoo at the Zoo sensory-friendly Halloween celebration at Louisville Zoo.
Daniel In The Lions' Den featuring Queen Esther
Faith-based theatrical production featuring biblical stories at historic Louisville Palace.
Salem Fall Craft Market
Salem's inaugural fall craft market featuring local makers and vendors—perfect for holiday shopping and community support.
International Day Of The Girl Festival
International Day of the Girl Festival celebrating empowerment & community at Big Four Lawn, Louisville.
Pumpkins at PlayPort
Pick pumpkins and enjoy fall fun at Waterfront Park.
Belknap Fall Festival
Community fall festival in Louisville with family activities.
Goatman Festival
Quirky festival celebrating folklore and community.
Louisville Book Festival
Celebrate books, authors, and reading at Louisville.
Louisville's Great Chili Cook Off
Community chili cook-off competition and tasting.
The FestiFall
Fall festival with food trucks, live music, games & prizes at Howard Steamboat Museum.
Music in the Park "River City Yacht Club"
Live yacht rock concert in the park featuring River City Yacht Club—free, family-friendly evening.
Color Me CASA! 5k & Family Fun Run
Color Me CASA! 5K & 1-mile fun run benefiting foster kids—family-friendly race day.
Autumn on the River
Annual fall festival with parade, car show, live music, crafts & helicopter rides.
Sellersburg Fall Craft Market
Fall craft market with 75+ vendors, handmade goods & unique gifts—free admission.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live stunt show with glow effects at KFC YUM! Center.
Mulligan’s 5k Fun Run and Walk
Family-friendly 5K fun run and walk at Waterfront Park—all ages welcome.
Free concert in the park: The 207s (Community Music Alliance Big Band)
Free park concert from The 207s, the Community Music Alliance Big Band.
October Birthday Bash
Birthday celebration for zoo animals with special activities and festivities.
Rick Bell Historic Walking Tours
Historic walking tour exploring Louisville's waterfront heritage.
Via Colori Street Painting Festival
Street painting festival with live chalk art at Big Four Lawn & Swing Garden.
Jeffersonville Fall Craft Market
Browse 75+ handmade vendors, enjoy food trucks, and explore crafts at this free fall market.
Boo at the Zoo 2026 – Allergy Friendly Night
Halloween fun at Louisville Zoo with allergy-friendly accommodations.
Día de los Muertos (2026)
Día de los Muertos celebration at Louisville Zoo—family-friendly cultural event.
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.
Scribner Middle Holiday Craft Fair
Scribner Middle holiday craft fair featuring handmade gifts and artisan goods.
ColorFest
Seasonal color celebration at Bernheim Arboretum—natural beauty and outdoor family fun.
Throo the Boo 2026
Halloween-themed zoo adventure with spooky fun for the whole family.
Salem Christmas Craft Market
Holiday craft market in Salem with handmade goods and festive shopping.
November Birthday Bash
Celebrate November birthdays with special activities and animal encounters at Louisville Zoo.
Sellersburg Holiday Craft Market
Indoor holiday craft market with handmade items and artisan goods in Sellersburg.
Charlestown Paints! Christmas Ornament Paint Party
Paint your own Christmas ornament at this guided paint party hosted by Charlestown Parks.
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.
Leanne Morgan: The Time Of Our Lives Tour
Leanne Morgan: The Time Of Our Lives Tour at KFC YUM! Center
Louisville Christmas Craft Market
Browse 250+ craft vendors and holiday gift booths at the Louisville Christmas Craft Market.
Christmas at Kentucky Kingdom
Holiday festival with over 1 million lights, snow tubing hill, and Christmas attractions at Kentucky Kingdom.
Louisville Hungry Turkey 5K
Thanksgiving morning 5K run with donuts and T-shirts at Waterfront Park.
Christmas in the Country Craft Bazaar
46th Annual Christmas in the Country Craft Bazaar with handmade holiday goods.
Beary Happy Holidays (2026)
Holiday fun at Louisville Zoo with festive décor and animal encounters.
Magic Inc. presents Nutcracker In A Nutshell
Magic Inc.'s inventive take on Nutcracker at the historic Louisville Palace.
Santa's Workshop & Holiday Market
Family holiday event with Santa meet-and-greet and festive marketplace shopping.
Holiday Open House
Holiday celebration at Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest Visitor Center.
December Birthday Bash
Celebrate December birthdays with special activities at Louisville Zoo.
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.
Speed Family: Film + Fun
Family film screening and activities at Speed Art Museum.
Sellersburg Christmas Craft Market
7th Annual holiday craft market celebrating the season with local vendors.
Treats from Santa
Meet Santa at Vintage Fire Museum and get a photo, gift, and treat.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Acrobatic holiday spectacular blending circus arts with festive music and magic.
Georgetown Last Minute Gift Show
Last-minute holiday gift show with local vendors and handmade items.
In Harmony Tour: Cadiz
Free Louisville Orchestra concert bringing live classical music to Cadiz.
In Harmony Tour: Greenville
Free Louisville Orchestra concert bringing live classical music to Greenville.
In Harmony Tour: Henderson
Free Louisville Orchestra concert bringing live classical music to Henderson.
Mahler Symphony No. 1 "Titan"
Mahler Symphony No. 1 "Titan" at Whitney Hall
MID-AMERICA TRUCKING SHOW
Browse big rigs, trucks, and transportation equipment at the major Mid-America Trucking Show.
Michael Feinstein "My Celebration" - Best of Johnny Mathis and Henry Mancini
Michael Feinstein: My Celebration - Best of Johnny Mathis and Henry Mancini at Louisville
Beethoven Piano Concerto Marathon
Beethoven Piano Concerto Marathon at Whitney Hall
Rhapsody Reimagined
Rhapsody Reimagined at Whitney Hall
Rollin' on the River Festival
Community festival at Big Four Station Park celebrating craft beverages and local flavors.
STREET ROD NATIONALS
Multi-day classic car and hot rod exhibition—perfect for auto enthusiasts.
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
More events outside the Louisville area
2 events farther afield.
Spoonbread Festival
Spoonbread Festival at Russel Acton Folk Center—regional food & music celebration.
Marion County Country Ham Days
Country ham festival in downtown Lebanon—local food & family fun.
Good to know
- What can I do with a toddler in Toledo?
- Library story times, toddler play groups, children's museums, and gentle family events — this list filters to what suits ages 2–4.