Parks

Going to look at Christmas lights is a fun tradition, until you can’t really find any good lights. This year, go see the drive-through Christmas Light Display at Veterans Memorial Park. You don’t have to get out of the car to see this ...

Going sledding is one of those things that everyone should do at least once a year! There’s nothing like flying down a hillside, gliding as if right through the air. This December, if we are fortunate to get snow, go Sledding in Joe Creason ...

Wreaths are heavily associated with the December holiday season but more and more, wreaths are appearing as decoration during other holidays as well. This November, go collect some items from Cherokee Park that will help you make your own DIY wreath....

What’s the best place to discover hidden secrets of nature? The forest, of course!  This November, take a discovery hike on the Millennium Trail in Bernheim Forest. There will be plants, animals, flowers, trees and discoveries around ...

It's fall, and it's football season. It's the perfect time to put on your sweats and Play Flag Football or Touch Football in Seneca Park. Louisville has got some really great parks to choose from, including one that's got its very own flag football ...

Louisville is one of the places where you can see beautiful fall foliage. The trees here dress up in shades of yellow, orange and red, creating a beautiful natural landscape. Go enjoy it this October and go to the Jefferson Memorial Forest. Have a ...

Summer is long gone and fall? Well, it isn't going to be around much longer. Take a last chance to spend a day in the park this October and go visit one of Louisville’s standout spots dedicated to nature, Seneca Park. Walk in the Park Seneca ...

There's always something to discover in the forest. That's why there are so many legends about wood sprites and fairies and magical creatures that live in the trees. Who knows? Maybe you'll see something sort of magical if you go on the Rice Orchard ...

Bats are fascinating creatures. They are definitely one of a kind and so mysterious and interesting, they’re associated with Halloween, vampires and lots of different folklore. This October, you have the chance to get up close to bats and ...

Tree Week is coming to Louisville. That means it's a time to celebrate the trees. They give us shade, they make a handy spot to hang a swing, they're majestic and beautiful. And for one October week, they're the main attraction. Take a fall hike ...

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 ...

In August, summer days can be pretty hot and uncomfortable. But summer nights? They're just perfect for sitting back on the grass and watching a great movie. So go do that this August and see a Creature Feature in Pope Lick Park. Movie Night Bring ...

The August days are often sweltering, humid and just nasty. So if you want to get out and enjoy the summer, you'd better do it after the sun has set! This August, take a lovely Twilight Walk in Cherokee Park. It's cooler at twilight and nice and ...

This August, leave the kids at home. They already have enough stuff to do. Take some adult time for yourself to play around a little. Because adults need to get active and have fun, too. So go to happy hour in the forest and start playing around in ...

This August, go have a day in the park where you can Splash, Dash, Walk or Run your way to a day of fun and support a good cause while you do it. This event supports Norton Children's Hospital and there are events and extras here for kids and adults ...

July is time for summer fun and lots of good times. This July, take the kids to have some fun at the Tyler Park Playground. The playground is part of a large park that's pretty much designed for maximum kid enjoyment. There are lots of athletic ...

This July, enjoy a Free Movie Night at the Pope Lick Park, just don't expect some sort of cozy event. You'll be watching a truly chilling horror movie in a park with a legendary reputation for being haunted by a frightening creature. If you're due ...

When summer days get humid and the sun feels relentless, it's easy to forget that summer is really a beautiful season. This is a time to get out and enjoy the outdoors. Well, the Louisville weather doesn't always make that easy. But this July, there ...

You might have noticed that Louisville gets pretty darn hot in July. Luckily, Louisville also has some free pools where you can go cool off. This July, go visit one of Louisville’s free public pools at Nelson Hornbeck Park and beat the heat....