Louisville Events

October is the time for scary tales, thrills and chills. It's a time for ghost stories! The Louisville Palace, which opened its doors way back in 1928, has plenty of ghost stories. Hear about the haunted history of this Louisville landmark when you ...

Kentucky Shakespeare is putting on a special play just for October, Enter Ghost. This is an interactive Shakespeare experience that takes the great writer and puts him in the modern age. It's time to have a different kind of trip to the theater....

Every October, Iroquois Park comes alive with the lights of jack o'lanterns carved in hundreds of different ways at the Jack O'Lantern Spectacular. This display is a true work of art that will take you on a winding path through the trees where ...

Being a mom is tough. Moms spend so much time doing everything for everyone else, they often neglect themselves. Learn how to practice mindfulness to balance childcare and being a mom with self-care at Mindfulness for Mothers at the Waterfront ...

Orchids are distinct flowers with an eye-catching exotic look. And this October, many glorious varieties will be on display at the Kentucky Orchid Society Show. It's free to attend and if you like flowers or beautiful things, it's definitely worth a ...

The St. James Court Art Fair is a Louisville mainstay, a popular yearly event that comes to one of the city's most popular neighborhoods rain or shine. The fair is open from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday. With this many artists and this much ...

Louisville is a food-loving, craft-brewing type of town. After all, bourbon was first made by small-time distilleries. The city has a rich tradition in beverages and it's a great city to walk around in. Combine these two things this September and go ...

Tucked onto a quiet road and surrounded by suburban homes is a hidden piece of Louisville history, Pennsylvania Run Memorial Park. This hidden spot has a lot of history and it's truly one of the city's most interesting, peaceful little pieces of the ...

Louisville is full of unique historic landmarks. Everyone knows about the famous hotel and the famous house, the cool stuff at the museums. But there are other landmarks that are a little less well known. And any bridge enthusiast will tell you that ...

Have you ever wanted to shoot a pistol? If you're going to do it, shouldn't you know how to do it safely, accurately and responsibly? This September, take an introduction to Pistol Shooting Course at the Louisville Armory. You'll learn all the ...

Open to kids and adults of all ages, the Fall Festival at Cornerstone Christian Academy is packed with seasonal events and fun stuff. This festival is going to have everything, from cakes to nachos to a real hayride. It doesn't get more ...

It's fall. That means you're supposed to be sitting on a wagon being pulled by a tractor with a mug of hot cider in your hand while you look around a real working farm. So, go do that this September! Hermitage Farm is hosting a Hayride and Lantern ...

On Wednesdays, the 200 block of 4th Street in downtown Louisville becomes a foodie's delight. Multiple food trucks will fill the street and there be tons of delicious options to try. If you like food, you're going to love Food Truck Wednesday. Food ...

How does your garden grow in the fall season? If you don't know what to plant to keep your garden areas looking beautiful and healthy in the fall, your garden won't grow at all. This September, go to a Fall Garden Planting Workshop at ...

You know what goes great with brunch? Bourbon. Be adventurous this September and try the Bourbon Brunch Adventure at a local Louisville restaurant that's full of classic tastes. Then, you'll hit the bourbon trail to taste the beverage that ...

Music has been around for more than a thousand years and over that time, some true geniuses have created songs. How about Beethoven's 5th Symphony, the music of the Beatles, Justin Bieber? Well, everyone has their own taste in music. And if you like ...

This September, you’re invited to join the Garden and Gun Bourbon Block Party at the Stitzel-Weller Distillery. They’re offering signature cocktails and all sorts of fun, including stuff to eat and live music. It’s a party and ...

Take a Tour of Beargrass Creek this September. You'll ride in a canoe down the creek and learn about how waterways helped shape Louisville's past. This is a fun water adventure where you'll get a look at some amazing scenery and get the chance to ...

The mint julep is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby and in a way, it’s the unofficial cocktail of the state. It’s made with bourbon, the beverage that’s made in Kentucky. And this September, you can learn how to make a mint ...