Count the Birds February 16-19
If you're a bird watcher, or you know someone who is, you might know that February is the month for the Great Backyard Bird Count! This event invites you to take a look at the feathered friends who fly above Louisville. Head to the Parklands to try ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on February 16, 2024 in Louisville Events
Top Reasons to Move to Louisville, KY
Louisville, Kentucky, often hailed as a hidden gem in the heart of the South, is a city that exudes charm and vibrancy. Known for its unique blend of Southern hospitality and urban sophistication, Louisville offers a myriad of reasons for people to ...
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Posted by Anne Hayden on January 13, 2024 in Louisville News
Send the Kids to Winter Camp January 2 - 5
Sometimes, you just might need a break during the kids’ winter break. For a few days before they go back to school, send the kids to Winter Break Camp at Beckley Creek Park. There’s lots to discover outside even in winter and by now, ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on January 1, 2024 in Louisville Events
Join the Hungry Turkey 5k November 23
The holiday season is a tough time of year for lots of reasons but one of the biggest is what it does to your waistline! This time of year is full of temptations and little treats and sweets and most people are eating a lot of extra calories. So ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on November 22, 2023 in Louisville Events
Take a StoryWalk November 22 - 26
The forest always feels like a bit of a magical place. That's probably why there are so many fairy tales about forests. During StoryWalk at Beckley Creek Park, the magic of the forest will really come to life. This is a fun way for children and ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on November 21, 2023 in Louisville Events
Go on a Fall Hike This November
Hiking in the summer can turn into a bit of a nightmare. The weather gets hot, the bugs come out, you end up running out of water. It's a whole thing. But hiking in fall means kicking leaves around and walking against crisp, refreshing breezes. And ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on November 14, 2023 in Louisville Events
Sip Your Way Through the Beer Garden October 20
This October, one of the city’s historic parks, Shelby Park, becomes a beer garden. A local brewery and several local food trucks will come transform the park for one night only of fun, drinking, games and socializing. It’s free to ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on October 16, 2023 in Louisville Events
Collect Items to Make Your Own DIY Halloween Decor This October
Sometimes, the best holiday decorations are the ones that are handmade. And when it comes to decorating for Halloween, you can get a lot of amazing items to create your own holiday decor for free. Grab a light jacket, put on your hiking shoes and ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on October 15, 2023 in Louisville Events
Celebrate Tree Week in Louisville October 7 - 14
How often do you pay attention to trees? They are actually pretty incredible. And for one week in October, it’s Tree Week! Fall is the perfect season to celebrate trees because this is when the trees are at their prettiest. Get out in the fall ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on October 7, 2023 in Louisville Events
See the Leaves Begin to Change This September
Fall is a magical time of year. The smells, the cool breezes, the leaves on the trees and the ground. The animals are scurrying around preparing for winter and there’s a crackling of energy in the air. Go enjoy all of it this September at the ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on September 27, 2023 in Louisville Events
Join the Walking Club September 12
The Parklands Walking Club is a group with a mission, to see more than 50 miles of Louisville trails and explore more than 4,000 beautiful acres. This September, join them for a little bit of that journey and take a walk around Turkey Run Park. The ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on September 9, 2023 in Louisville Events
Sip Your Way Around the Beer Garden September 8
September is a time for summer to end and school to begin, for the weather to get a little bit cooler. For beer! Many Oktoberfest-style celebrations are held in September and this year, the Louisville Parks are getting in on the fun. Go to the ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on September 6, 2023 in Louisville Events
Enjoy Music and Movies in the Park September 2
They say that the best things in life are free and this September, that’s true. This is Brews, Tunes and BBQ and it’s a night of free music, free entertainment and lots of fun.
Movie and Music
The Whiskey Bent Valley Boys will be ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on September 1, 2023 in Louisville Events
Roller Skate in the Park This August
When was the last time you went roller skating? Or skateboarding? Go do that this August. It doesn't matter what age you are or what your skill level is. Skating around the park is something everyone should get to do. So this August, go do that at ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on August 29, 2023 in Louisville Events
Take Some Pictures in the Park This August
What do you usually take pictures of to post on social media? Good food, maybe, nice outfits you're wearing, your pet? This August, take some fun pictures in a different location. This is one of the city's truly standout locations and it's gorgeous ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on August 28, 2023 in Louisville Events
Celebrate Craft Beer August 25
You don’t have to go to New York City to hear about its famous Central Park. Louisville also has a Central Park, though it is not quite as famous. Louisville’s Central Park was designed by the same landscape architect who created New ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on August 23, 2023 in Louisville Events
Go Camping This August
You don’t have to go far away from home or go through the hassle of a road trip to enjoy camping. There are many amazing places to go camping in Louisville, so you can stay close to home and still get all the relaxing fun of being out in ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on August 15, 2023 in Louisville Events
Go On a Nature Hike This Summer
Louisville is full of amazing natural places, interesting wildlife and beautiful native plants. Summer is the perfect time to get a look at them. Go on a nature hike on the Limestone Gorge Loop in Broad Run Park and see the critters and growing ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on August 11, 2023 in Louisville Events
See a Free Movie August 12
Nibble on a hot dog, relax on a big blanket and watch Twister in Pope Lick Park. This is a free movie on a huge screen in one of Louisville’s most infamous locations this summer. There’s nothing quite like a summer movie. And when ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on August 8, 2023 in Louisville Events
Go on a Summer Picnic This July
Louisville has many beautiful public parks, and all of them are free to visit. That means you can enjoy all kinds of summer activities without spending a ton of money, which is super helpful. So this July, do something affordable and fun that will ...
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Posted by Joe Hayden on July 31, 2023 in Louisville Events