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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.
February 25, 2026 10:00 AM
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Jeff Milby
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Events
The luxury Polo Cup event returns for a third year — and there’s a champagne limo bus
We’re not talking about fancy collared shirts here, people.
August 29, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Business
This new content studio will make you say “WOW”
The WOW Factor Collective is basically a party in a box.
August 25, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Events
2023 Kentucky State Fair by the numbers
We couldn’t get an exact number of corn dogs sold, but trust us — it’s a lot.
August 15, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Culture
Keep the kids busy this week
Find things for JCPS students to do until school is back in session.
August 14, 2023
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Lennie Omalza
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Sports
New pickleball venues in Louisville
Time to work on that backswing.
August 7, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Events
This Louisville picnic is older than the Kentucky Derby
The first annual St. Joe’s Picnic For the Kids has a 26 year lead ahead of the Run for the Roses.
August 7, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Culture
Louisville Ballet seeking $3 million to stay on stage
The 5th-oldest ballet in the country needs the community’s support.
July 31, 2023
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Lennie Omalza
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Events
The biggest concerts this summer in Derby City
Whoa, oh listen to the music.
June 26, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Events
Sandlot-themed weekend coming to Derby City
We’re not kiddin’ you, Smalls.
June 22, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Summer events happening in and around Louisville
Check out summer events happening in and around Louisville in this seasonal guide.
June 15, 2023
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