Louisville Events

Halloween isn’t just for the kids, you know. They can trick or treat and scare themselves and eat sweets all they like on October 31. But on October 30, you deserve to have a little grown-up Halloween fun of your own. Enjoy Halloween in the ...

Celebrate beer and local brewing this October with Louisville Beer Week. The whole week will be full of fun competitions, themed nights and special events. And the whole purpose of the week is to celebrate and taste local breweries that make beer ...

Join the Louisville Earth Walk this October and join the effort to make sure that every Louisville neighborhood has safe and clean water, soil and air. Celebrate the beauty of the planet and join in this event. The Louisville Earth Walk is a little ...

Before the internet, there were books. Since the first words were put on the first piece of paper, books have been a source of knowledge, entertainment, tears and laughter. And sure, books have changed a lot over the years. Heck, now they’re ...

Kentucky is famous for its bourbon distilleries, but there are many distilleries all over Louisville making spirits. This October, get in your vehicle and take your own self-guided tour of the distilleries in the Shively neighborhood. This community ...

Twig and Leaf was built in the well-loved Highlands community in 1962. It was designated a local landmark when the neighborhood came together to save the diner from a CVS pharmacy that was planned to be built. Enjoy Twig and Leaf In order to get the ...

Watch a different movie every Thursday night in October. Naive in Butchertown is hosting this fun outdoor event. There will be plenty of snacks and drinks available for purchase while you sit back and watch a classic October-themed flick. Night at ...

Head to the center of the city for Boo at the Zoo this October. This is a kid-friendly Halloween-themed event that’s very fun and very safe for all. A Night at the Zoo Boo at the Zoo lasts every Thursday through Sunday night in October from 5 ...

Have a day of excitement this October and go visit the BMX track at E.P. “Tom” Sawyer State Park. This is a competition-ready track that’s open to all. Bring your bike to do some riding of your own or just come here to check out ...

Times have been sort of rough for everyone lately. The world has become a different place in many ways, and you've had to make a lot of adjustments. It's only natural if you feel like you might want to just smash some stuff. Well, you can. Go rage ...

Get frightened this October while you explore the Grim Trails. This is a huge outdoor Halloween-themed attraction that's all about myths, fairy tales and legends that have a spooky or scary twist. There are more than 90,000 square feet of terror ...

Go on a scavenger hunt without leaving your car. This October, you can participate in one of Louisville’s most fun fall challenges and do a Danger Run. This event, unlike many others, hasn’t changed at all in 2020. Running Toward ...

In Louisville, the month of October means it’s time for incredible, jaw-dropping jack o’ lanterns. The Jack O’Lantern Spectacular will last all month long and this year, it’s a little different. For the first time ever, the ...

Head to the Sun Valley Park this October for the Southwest Community Festival. This is a day full of fun and activities with plenty of stuff for both adults and kids. Community Festival Take the younger people to the free Kid City area or to Teen ...

With election season, Covid-19 and online school, things are getting a little weird out there. These are stressful times. Take a day this October to relax on the river and sip some wine at Wine on the River. Hey, you’ve earned it! Wines and ...

So what if the Derby was in September this year? You can still enjoy Derby fashion at the Fashion Show and Charity Auction at Churchill Downs. See all the style trends and dream of 2021, when hopefully the Derby and the rest of the city will be back ...

Get out on the river this October and have brunch on the boat. This is a great leisurely event where you can sit back, enjoy the scenery and have a tasty meal while you enjoy Louisville’s most famous and historic steamboat, the Belle of ...

Enjoy Celtic culture this October at the Celtic Festival with bagpipe music, Scottish highland games and highland dancing, great food and more. The Celtic culture has contributed a lot to the modern world. So go celebrate it at a fun event ...

Bluegrass music originates in the Kentucky area. Heck, Kentucky is the Bluegrass state! So this October, celebrate this music in the beautiful gardens of Whitehall, one of Louisville’s lovely historic sites. Have a nice evening out in the ...