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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 03:49 PM
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Declan Lowthian
Six-year-old thoroughbred horse Somelikeithotbrown stands outside a garage wearing a branded silk that says "Kentucky Downs."
Food
Celebrate Louisville’s first Hot Brown Week with “spokeshorse”
Trainers say it was the six-year-old horse’s destiny to become Hot Brown Week’s spokeshorse.
October 25, 2022
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Sarah Shadburne
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Travel and Outdoors
Phase IV of Waterfront Park expansion breaks ground in Louisville, KY
West Louisville will now be connected to Downtown via the waterfront.
October 24, 2022
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Katie Molck
A trail snakes into the tree line, where vibrant green, orange, and red trees are turning for fall.
Travel and Outdoors
Exploring Louisville, KY in the fall
Pick a park, any park.
October 21, 2022
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Sydnie Roberts
A crowded tap room is illuminated by a neon sign that reads "Falls City"
Culture
Attend these five Halloween parties in Louisville, KY
It’ll be a graveyard smash.
October 19, 2022
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Sarah Shadburne
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Culture
Celebrate National Kentucky Day in Louisville, KY
Release your unbridled spirit.
October 19, 2022
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Sarah Shadburne
Blue, purple, green, and white lasers shoot narrow streams of light between two brick buildings over a crowd as part of a light show.
Culture
Louisville lasers take Cincinnati, OH
A welcomed light.
October 18, 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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History
History of Caufield’s Novelties in Louisville, KY
Unearth the old and new frights at this century-old novelty store.
October 14, 2022
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Katie Molck
A square formation of long white tables are surrounded by brown leather rolling office chairs in a carpeted room with two TVs on one wall, a lush green mural on the another, and intricate wood design on the ceiling.
New luxury meeting and event venue in Louisville, KY
You’ll definitely want to share your elevator pitch here.
October 14, 2022
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Katie Molck
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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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Dinner with a view: Louisville’s guide to outdoor dining
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Louisville’s many beautiful patios.
March 10, 2026
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Meet Kentucky’s elected officials in-person at the library
Café LOUIE is a series of informal meetings designed to facilitate conversation between Louisvillians and both local and state officials.
January 12, 2026
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Local mocktails for Dry January in Louisville, KY
If you’re taking a break from the booze this January, try these
January 8, 2026
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Katie Molck
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Holiday pop-up bars in Louisville
Good tidings they bring to you and your gin.
December 15, 2025
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Food
Where to find Thanksgiving dinner in Derby City
Here are some of our favorite carry-out and dine-in options for Turkey Day.
November 6, 2025
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Katie Molck
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History
5 Louisville Podcast Episodes for October
If you’re looking for some haunted listening for your fall walks, we’ve got you covered.
October 16, 2025
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Katie Molck
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Happy hour deals in Louisville
From beer and wine to margs and meal deals, we’ve rounded up local happy hours sure to put a smile on your face.
September 3, 2025
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Sports
Learn the history of the Louisville RiverFrogs
Frogs, panthers, and cyclones oh my.
June 24, 2025
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Sarah Shadburne
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Culture
5 outdoor movie theaters around Louisville
Take advantage of the warmer weather and catch a flick at one of these theaters around town.
May 28, 2025
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Culture
Five strawberry picking farms near Louisville, KY
May 22, 2025
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Katie Molck