Parks

There's more than one amazing air show that flies over the skies of Louisville every year. If you've never seen the Wings for Kids Airshow, it's time to gather everyone up and head to the park for this incredible day of cool model airplane flying....

Louisville is an old city, especially compared to many others in the U.S., and there are lots of cool historic old things to see. But there's something that's easy to forget when looking at old homes, old buildings and old places, history is still ...

With all the technology and all the things that are possible these days, it's easy to forget about life's simple little pleasures. For example, when was the last time you had a picnic in the park? Louisville has an incredible park system and you ...

You expect to see all kinds of natural wonders when you visit the forest. Chirping birds, chattering squirrels, little forest creatures of all kinds, people flying down a zipline. Jefferson Memorial Forest is home to a lot of woodland friends but ...

Everyone has the internet now, a vast collection of the world’s acquired knowledge, inventions and art. It’s easy to forget that we still have a lot to learn from nature. It’s easy to forget that sometimes, just being outside and ...

This April, take the kids to the park for a special Storytime Trail Event at the Egg Lawn Signature Trail. Rather than sitting and hearing a story, children will be out getting a look at nature. The nature-themed story picked for this event is ...

Many famous Civil War battles took place outside of Kentucky but this state has a very rich history involving both the Union and Confederate armies during this famous war between the states. Not far from the city, you can find the Fort Duffield Park ...

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 ...