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Culture
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 22, 2026 11:00 AM
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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 14, 2026
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Declan Lowthian
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World-class chamber music in the Bluegrass? We’re in.
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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.
March 30, 2026
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Jeff Milby
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Arts
Dwain Lee is back with a second book
“Sinner’s Prayer” is the sequel to last year’s “Plausible Deception.”
March 23, 2026
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Declan Lowthian
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Derby fashion takes center stage at the Museum Ball
Grab tickets to join the Kentucky Derby Museum Ball and Backstretch Afterparty on Friday, April 24.
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Culture
Blast from the past: take and share films with Louisville’s Free Blockbuster community
You may have heard of Little Free Libraries, but this international movement is working to bring free films to people in its path.
January 14, 2026
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Brianna Williams
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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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Elmer Lucille Allen: Louisville’s artist-scientist-activist
This Louisvillian was the first Black woman chemist at Brown-Forman.
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