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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.
January 02, 2026 10:00 AM
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Jeff Milby
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Events
Abbey Road on the River returns Memorial Day weekend
The five-day music festival is the world’s largest tribute to The Beatles.
May 25, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Learn 50+ things in 5 hours at the How-To Festival
This free, annual library event is happening on Saturday, May 10.
May 11, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Waterfront Park to host 2nd Annual International Food Truck Festival
Eat your way around the world one bite at a time.
May 1, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Cherokee Triangle Art Fair returns this weekend
The annual neighborhood art fair is held every year the weekend before Derby.
April 21, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Reviews of Thunder Over Louisville
See what people think of the nation’s largest annual fireworks display.
April 19, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Check out these 30+ 2023 Kentucky Derby events
It’s not called Derby City for nothing.
April 3, 2023
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Celebrate Día de los Muertos in Derby City
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