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Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Louisville
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
July 29, 2025 12:00 PM
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Kid-friendly activities in Louisville
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Louisville, KY has to offer — complete with animal encounters, educational activities, and outdoor fun.
July 16, 2025
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Museums in Louisville
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 13 museums in Louisville, KY have it all.
June 25, 2025
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CLUE mystery experience presented by Kentucky Performing Arts Center in Louisville, KY.
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Where to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Louisville
This page-turning occasion makes shopping at indie stores even better with special deals, releases, freebies, and chances to win prizes.
April 24, 2025
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Your guide to Louisville’s biggest art fairs
Each year, artists from around the state, region, and even country come to Louisville for these art fairs.
April 22, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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The new mural coming to Louisville’s floodwalls
A local artist is painting a mural on a floodwall by Waterfront Park — and you can help decide what it looks like.
March 24, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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10 songs about Louisville, KY
Jack Harlow isn’t the only artist with Derby City on their mind.
March 10, 2025
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Jeff Milby
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Meet Louisville’s cinematic stars — past and present
Louisville has produced its fair share of on-screen stars, including one Academy Award winner.
February 27, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Dwain Lee: Louisville’s newest mystery author
From coal miner to architect to minister to now mystery author, Louisville’s Dwain Lee has done it all.
February 26, 2025
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Louisville’s newest landmark is about to ‘SPARK’
A new art installation at Louisville Visual Art is set to be lit this weekend.
February 10, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Department stores that used to exist in Louisville
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What if Louisville had a WNBA team?
The women’s basketball program at the University of Louisville is top-notch, but what would a WNBA expansion look like?
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Ethel Loveless makes the coolest wigs in Louisville
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Louisville’s James Beard nominees
Only one Louisvillian has ever cinched a James Beard award, despite Derby City consistently putting up finalists.
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