This week
The next seven days
Day At The Races
General admission to a day at the races at historic Churchill Downs in Louisville.
Speed Chat Spot
Interactive art experience at Speed Art Museum—chat with curators.
1776 at the Frazier
Interactive exhibit exploring 1776 through audio and guided tours at the Frazier History Museum.
I Too Am a Kentuckian
Celebrate 250 years of Kentucky heritage and culture at the Frazier History Museum.
Louisville to Liberty: The Blackburns' Journey
Learn the remarkable true story of enslaved Thornton & Lucie Blackburn's escape to freedom.
Secrets of Louisville Food & History Tour in NuLu
Secrets of Louisville Food & History Tour in NuLu at Louisville Food Tours
Louisville Legends Tour
Louisville Legends Tour at Pickup in Louisville
YNPF x Dillards Fall Fashion Show
YNPF x Dillards Fall Fashion Show at Mall St. Matthews, 5000 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY 40207
Senior Sundays in September presented by Humana 2026
Senior Sundays at Louisville Zoo in September—great multigenerational outing.
Go Baby Go! Race Day Experience
Go behind the scenes at Churchill Downs to experience race day with Thoroughbreds up close.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour in Louisville
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus: Fun Factory - Louisville
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus: Fun Factory - Louisville at Under The Big Top - Lynn Family Stadium
Global Views: Expanding Horizons
Global Views: Expanding Horizons at Prospect City Hall
#SundayFunday
Sunday afternoon cruise on the historic Belle of Louisville with river views and family-friendly vibes.
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
Art at the Falls - Driftwood Wands
Decorate driftwood wands with natural materials at Falls of the Ohio State Park.
Louisville Triple Crown
Louisville Triple Crown at Pickup in Louisville
The Germantown Sites and Bites Walking Tour
The Germantown Sites and Bites Walking Tour in Louisville
Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
Clever stage adaptation of the Sherlock Holmes mystery at Actors Theatre.
Sandborn Fall Festival
Annual fall festival with vendors, crafts, fireworks, and family fun in Sandborn.
250th Stories in 120
Permanent exhibit celebrating Kentucky's 250th anniversary and showcasing the state's 120 counties.
Sleep In & Sip Louisville
Sleep In & Sip Louisville at Pickup in Louisville
Puppets at the Park!
Puppet shows for kids at Waterfront Park's Festival Plaza.
Teen Writer's Workshop
Teen writers workshop to share work, beta read, and polish each other's writing.
Black Heritage in Racing Exhibit & Tour
Discover Black pioneers in horse racing history at the Kentucky Derby Museum's special exhibit and guided tour.
Family Storyhour @ New Washington
Songs, stories, and crafts for babies and toddlers at New Washington Library.
Thoroughbred Workout Tour
Watch Thoroughbred horses train trackside at the Kentucky Derby Museum.
Baby Storytime
Songs, stories, and cuddles for babies and toddlers at Louisville Free Public Library.
History's Mysteries Fall Break Camp
Young detectives solve history mysteries at Frazier Museum during fall break with crafts & detective games.
Author Meet & Greet: Kimberly Banet
Meet local author Kimberly Banet at Borden Library.
STEAM: Paper Airplanes
Hands-on STEAM program where elementary students design and test paper airplanes.
Bourbon Trivia @ Whiskey Thief Louisville
Bourbon Trivia @ Whiskey Thief Louisville at Whiskey Thief Tasting Room (Louisville)
Family Storyhour @ Henryville
Songs, stories, and crafts for children under 5 and caregivers in Charlestown.
Sellersburg Tween History Book Club
History book club for 5th–8th graders exploring historical events and stories.
Comfort for America 250 Exhibition
See historic American coverlets woven in era-inspired patterns at the Little Loomhouse.
Basic Sewing Skills
Learn sewing machine skills and complete a real project at the Jeffersonville makerspace.
Paint and Sip: Lady Autumn
Paint and Sip: Lady Autumn at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Accessible Arboretum Tour
Accessible tour of Bernheim Arboretum—explore nature at your own pace.
The Haunting
Shakespeare's chilling play at Kentucky Shakespeare—perfect for young theater fans.
David Nail: Down To The Studs Tour
David Nail: Down To The Studs Tour at The Kentucky Center
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.
Conservation and Conversations: Fuzz (Virtual)
Virtual wildlife chat at Louisville Zoo—learn about animals from home.
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
Pumpkins At Kentucky Kingdom
Experience over 6,000 glowing jack-o'-lanterns and fall thrills at Kentucky Kingdom.
Family Storyhour @ Charlestown
Stories, songs, and crafts for babies and toddlers with caregivers.
Teen Event: Bad Art Night
Teens create deliberately bad art together at Clarksville Library — permission to mess up and have fun.
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
Teenage Homeschool Hike
Guided hiking adventure for homeschooled teens at Bernheim Arboretum.
New Washington Teen/Tween Broadway Karaoke
Broadway karaoke night for teens and tweens to sing movie musicals and favorite hits.
Spooky Ornament Craft for Adults
Spooky Ornament Craft for Adults at Meeting Room A at Clarksville Library
Boo at the Zoo (2026)
Halloween celebration at Louisville Zoo with trick-or-treating and spooky fun.
Jack's Lantern Trail
Halloween-themed outdoor trail at Iroquois Amphitheater with jack-o'-lantern displays and seasonal fun.
Jack's Lantern Trail
Walk a wooded trail lit by carved pumpkins; proceeds support Louisville's parks.
Pumpkins At Kentucky Kingdom
Walk among 5,000+ hand-carved pumpkins and intricate Jack O'Lantern art at Kentucky Kingdom.
Seelbach Hotel Historic Tour
Seelbach Hotel Historic Tour at The Seelbach Hotel
Bestselling Author John Grisham with Stacey Abrams: The French Illusion
Bestselling Author John Grisham with Stacey Abrams: The French Illusion at The Kentucky Center
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
Throwback Thursday
Throwback Thursday at Belle of Louisville Riverboats
Bourbon Through Bluegrass
Bourbon Through Bluegrass at Frazier Kentucky History Museum, 829 West Main Street, Louisville, KY, 40202
Bourbon Social: Legends & Barrels
Bourbon Social: Legends & Barrels at Galt House Hotel, The Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Boo at the Zoo
Trick-or-treat, ride attractions, and spooky fun at Louisville Zoo's 40+ year tradition.
Little Big Town - For The Art Of It Tour
Little Big Town brings their For The Art Of It Tour to The Louisville Palace.
Kentucky Author Forum: John Grisham with Stacey Abrams
Kentucky Author Forum: John Grisham with Stacey Abrams - The French Illusion at The Kentucky Center
Shakespeare in the Libraries presents Living History: We the People • Southwest Regional Library
Living-history Shakespeare performance touring libraries across Kentucky.
Recipes to Share @ Charlestown
Recipes to Share @ Charlestown at Charlestown Library, Charlestown Meeting Room
Family Storyhour @ Sellersburg
Songs, stories, and crafts for babies and toddlers at Sellersburg Library.
Charlestown Teen/Tween Broadway Karaoke
Karaoke night for tweens and teens to sing Broadway hits and favorite songs.
Paint and Sip: Exclusive Verity Experience: Her Version
Paint and Sip: Exclusive Verity Experience: Her Version at Pinot's Palette - Jeffersonville
Murray's Creole Pub Honors Agrumato Month Featuring Exclusive Culinary Special
Murray's Creole Pub Honors Agrumato Month Featuring Exclusive Culinary Special in Louisville
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
The Ogle Center Presents: HAUNTED ILLUSIONS Starring David Caserta
Family magic show with illusions, comedy, and spooky fun by master illusionist David Caserta.
Tiny Art Tales
Free weekly storytime with music and art-making for preschoolers at KMAC Museum.
Steamboat Supper + Evening Cruise
Steamboat Supper + Evening Cruise at Belle of Louisville Riverboats
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.
Bats Fall Festival
Fall festival with games, food & fun at Louisville Slugger Field.
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)
Conservation Patch Day
Earn a conservation patch while learning about nature at Yew Dell Gardens.
Big Read Event: Envisioning Joy!
Big Read Event: Envisioning Joy! at Meeting Room C at Clarksville Library
Beetlejuice (1988)
Beetlejuice on a 4-story screen at Kentucky Science Center—immersive Tim Burton classic.
ARTHUR & FRIENDS MAKE A MUSICAL
Arthur takes the stage in a brand-new musical at Derby Dinner Playhouse.
Artists & Afros
Celebration of Black art & culture featuring local artists & creative showcases.
Couples Therapy: The Theatrical Show
Couples Therapy: The Theatrical Show at The Kentucky Center
Dylan Gossett: Live in Concert
Dylan Gossett Live in Concert at Old Forester's Paristown Hall
Kidd G
Kidd G (18+ Event) at Headliners Music Hall
Racing Louisville FC vs. Utah Royals
Watch Racing Louisville FC, the city's top-tier women's soccer team, take on Utah Royals.
Speed Studio: Process + Practice | Adult Workshop
Speed Studio: Process + Practice | Adult Workshop in Louisville
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.
National Jug Band Jubilee
National Jug Band Jubilee at Brown-Forman Amphitheater.
Exhibition on Screen: James McNeill Whistler at Speed Cinema
Exhibition on Screen: James McNeill Whistler at Speed Cinema in Louisville
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
Kindness Warrior Walk – Down Syndrome of Louisville
Inclusive family walk supporting Down Syndrome of Louisville.
I’ve Got A Fire Tour with Pat Barrett - La Grange, KY
Christian music tour featuring Pat Barrett at Salt and Light Church.
Bowman Fest
Explore vintage & military aircraft up close at this family-friendly airfield expo.
Boo at the Zoo (2026): 501st Legion Night
Trick-or-treat through the Louisville Zoo with rides and spooky attractions all in one admission.
The Secret Life of Meriwether Lewis with Author Tony Turnbow
Teens explore the mysterious life of explorer Meriwether Lewis with an author.