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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.
September 29, 2025 11:00 AM
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Historical marker for Louisville Cemetery in Louisville, Kentucky, standing under a tree with the cemetery’s gravestones visible in the background. The marker notes the cemetery’s incorporation in 1886 by prominent Black citizens and lists notable individuals buried there, including Dr. Robert B. Scott, Atwood S. Wilson, Sylvester Weaver, and Bessie Allen.
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Flashback Friday: Louisville Cemetery
Discover the history of Louisville Cemetery — from prominent Black founders to Derby-winning jockey William Walker Sr. — in our latest look at the city’s historical markers.
September 25, 2025
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We all get the munchies.
September 19, 2025
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New and coming-soon restaurants in Derby City
Reservation for two, please.
September 11, 2025
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The strangest fall festivals you’ve probably never been to
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September 8, 2025
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Four places to celebrate Oktoberfest in Louisville
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August 29, 2025
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Classes + courses in Louisville for grown-ups
You’re never too old to go back to school.
August 25, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Louisville advice from readers like you
We asked our readers for advice for people new to Louisville.
August 18, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Kentucky State Fair must-sees according to LOUtoday readers
Here’s what readers like you are most excited to see at the Kentucky State Fair.
August 14, 2025
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Get ready to CONNECT at Bernheim Forest
The annual event will feature interactive art, food trucks, and live music across two stages.
August 11, 2025
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Black-and-white photo of a Market Street in Louisville from 1940, showing vintage cars parked in front of a department store named "Bacon's." The storefront has large display windows with mannequins, and neighboring shops include one labeled “Logan.” The multi-story buildings have ornate architectural details above the ground floor.
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Department stores that used to exist in Louisville
This back-to-school history lesson takes a look at five former department + mall anchor stores that used to be in Louisville.
July 31, 2025
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