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Events
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 10:00 AM
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Jeff Milby
A mix of handmade puppets surround a fireplace with a white paper mache buffalo head against a pink wall.
Arts
Squallis Puppeteers celebrates 25 years in Louisville, KY
With all the strings attached.
November 7, 2022
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Katie Molck
A grey brick building with glass windows and a blue awning that reads M.A. Hadley.
Business
Hadley Pottery to stay in business in Louisville, KY
It was a close call, but we’re glad it’s here to stay.
November 1, 2022
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Katie Molck
A man wearing a pale green button up shirt with medium length brown hair and beard sits with a white coffee mug inside a wood-paneled diner.
Culture
Celebrating 10 years of Louisville’s Misc. Goods Co.
You have to see the sleek, old-timey ceramic flasks.
October 26, 2022
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Katie Molck
A book sits upright with a happy-looking jockey on the back of a racehorse. The title is "Local Baby Louisville."
Arts
Visit the Louisville Book Festival next weekend
It’s coming to the Kentucky International Convention Center on Fri., Oct. 28 + Sat., Oct. 29.
October 17, 2022
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Sarah Shadburne
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Culture
Celebrate Día de los Muertos in Derby City
There will be dancing, food, and face-painting galore.
October 13, 2022
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Sarah Shadburne
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Arts
Louisville Ballet’s opening season performance in Louisville, KY
“Coppélia” is set in Louisville’s own Germantown.
October 4, 2022
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Katie Molck
The mural depicts on one side three children with their mouths open and hands raised like they're excitedly declaring something. In the middle there's a drawing of a globe with a lion head inside of it, and outside the globe are tons of small handprints. On the other side of the globe are four more children all sitting together and smiling.
Arts
See Louisville artist Jaylin Stewart’s new mural
She worked with students from Engelhard Elementary School to create the design.
October 3, 2022
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Sarah Shadburne
A bright purple, orange, blue + green mural depicts various landmarks in the Butchertown neighborhood.
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Neighborhood Guide: Butchertown
Explore restaurants, things to do + more.
September 22, 2022
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Katie Molck
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Buy Local Fair returns on Sunday, June 8
The annual Louisville event is returning to Lynn Family Stadium.
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A overhead view of a busy downtown street. Cars are on the road, with buildings standing on either side.
City
This project will ‘remake’ Louisville’s Main Street
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June 3, 2025
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Jeff Milby
Building facade with blue and trim.
Culture
Cultural Pass 2025: Your passport to Louisville summer fun
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June 2, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
the historical marker in front of Muhammad Ali's childhood home
Culture
Explained: Kentucky historical markers
Everything you need to know about the Kentucky Historical Society’s markers.
May 29, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Culture
How Chef Edward Lee’s heritage shapes his culinary identity
The Louisville restaurateur credits his Korean American identity for inspiring some of his famous fusion dishes.
May 22, 2025
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Brent Schanding
a cicada emerging from its shell on a tree trunk
Culture
Louisville’s history through the eyes of a cicada
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May 21, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Food
3 ways to mark International Pickle Week in Louisville
Whether you’re looking to order some fried pickles at a restaurant, buy a jar of pickles from the store, or make your own pickled dish at home — we’ve got your cravings covered.
May 21, 2025
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Brent Schanding