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Wedding venues in Louisville
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The spacious gardens of Whitehall offer an intimate setting for wedding ceremonies. | Photo by Aesthetiica Photography
Whether you’re getting a jump start on your party planning or preparing for an upcoming wedding reception or family reunion, check out this list of rentable venues around Louisville.

Note: Guest counts and rates are based on estimations and various options available on each venue’s website. Please contact the venue directly to inquire about current availability and pricing.

Nunnlea House, 1940 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy.
  • Rate: $325+
  • Accommodates 140
  • Key features: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this antebellum mansion boasts a fireplace in every room, tall windows, and elegant herringbone-patterned oak flooring.
Whitehall wedding Louisville

Tented seating at Whitehall provides a covered dining area within an outdoor space.

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Photo by Lang Thomas Photography

Whitehall, 3110 Lexington Rd.
  • Rate: $1,000+
  • Accommodates 75+
  • Key features: The property’s 19th-century home features wall coverings, carpets, and antiques reminiscent of days past.
Copper & Kings, 1121 E. Washington St.
  • Rate: $10,000
  • Accommodates 150
  • Key features: This brandy distillery is a one-stop event shop with a curated menu and bar program + all tables, chairs, and china included.
The Loft at Glassworks, 815 W. Market St.
  • Rate: $3,950+
  • Accommodates 300
  • Key features: Vaulted ceilings, stone columns, and large windows are a just a few characteristics of this industrial-chic space.
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Rivers Edge features 10 acres of space for both indoor and outdoor events.

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Photo courtesy of Rivers Edge Venue & Rentals

Rivers Edge Venue & Rentals, 375 Sunview Dr. Shepherdsville
  • Rate: $2,295+
  • Accommodates 100-200
  • Key features: Set on 10 acres, this all-inclusive wedding spot offers pop-up weddings for smaller gatherings + full-venue rentals for larger affairs.
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Events
Friday, June 30
  • Beechmont Summer Concert Series | Friday, June 30 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Beechmont Gazebo, Southern Parkway + West Woodlawn Ave., Louisville | Free | Hear local bands surrounded by the beauty of the Olmsted Parkway.
  • Downtown Drive-In | Friday, June 30 | 8:30 p.m. | Brown-Forman Amphitheater, 1301 River Rd., Louisville | Free | Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and catch a screening of “The Parent Trap.”
  • Drag Me to Church: A Gospel Drag Show | Friday, June 30 | 7 p.m. | Calvary Episcopal Church, 821 South Fourth St., Louisville | Free | All are welcome to this family-friendly show, where both food and monetary donations are encouraged to support Calvary’s food ministry.
Saturday, July 1
  • Intro to Dragon Boat Community Paddle Session | Sunday, July 2 | 10 a.m.-11:15 p.m. | RiverPark Place Marina Slip E, 1501 Marinas Edge Way, Louisville | $5 | Learn how to paddle down the river in dragon-themed boat.
  • Kentucky Yoga Initiative Yoga Class | Saturday, July 1 | 8-9 a.m. | Logan Street Market, 1001 Logan St., Louisville | Free | Rise and stretch for this early morning class.
  • 18th Annual Kentucky Highland Renaissance Festival | Saturday, July 1-Sunday, July 23 | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Kentucky Renaissance Fair, 955 Elm St., Eminence | $15-$85 | Travel back in time to see jousting, sword swallowing, blacksmithing, and more.
  • Children in the Dell 2023 | Saturday, July 1 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Yew Dell Botanical Gardens, 6220 Old La Grange Rd., Crestwood | $0-$9 | Bring the little ones to a garden-themed book reading + enjoy a hands-on activity for adults and children.
Sunday, July 2
  • Sunday [Sun] Sets | Sunday, July 2 | 6-9 p.m. | Corridor Bar, 712 E. Market St., Louisville | Free | End your weekend on the back patio of this NuLu bar with live music, drink specials, and food trucks.
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News Notes
Open
  • Norman Reedus and Greg Nicotero’s restaurant Nic & Norman’s opened on Whiskey Alley at 108 W. Washington St. It’s owned by “The Walking Dead” stars, but there are no zombies — just Southern-inspired fare. Guests can expect movie memorabilia, a meatloaf plate, and what might be the longest bar in LOU.
Trending
  • The “Barbie” movie isn’t out until Friday, July 21 — but Barbara Millicent Roberts already has a dream house in all 50 states. Her Kentucky home boasts Southern musical vibes, with a giant pink guitar out front.
Weather
  • Louisville weather has been wild this week, and it’s expected to continue through the weekend and next week. Consider carrying an umbrella — or sticking to indoor activities — as scattered thunderstorms are projected to continue through Monday.
Concert
  • Pitbull, aka Mr. Worldwide, is coming to Waterfront Park on Saturday, August 26. Tickets start at $50 and will go on sale at 10 a.m. today. VIP packages for the standing-room only performance will also be available, and include priority entry + a lounge.
Art
  • Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest is planning a new art experience in 2024. Dubbed L+A+N+D (Landscape + Art + Nature + Design). The display will feature immersive, large-scale outdoor installations, much like its forest giants. The deadline for creatives to apply for participation is Monday, August 28.
Travel
Try This
  • Planet Fitness is offering free access to its 22 Louisville Metro locations through Sunday, July 1. The gym wants to provide a safe space for Louisvillians to exercise while the air quality is unhealthy. (WHAS11)
Wellness
  • Heal your body from the inside out — the holistic way — at Elivate Wellness. Their wellness providers analyze + optimize patients’ hormone levels to help them reach optimal wellness (along with laser therapy treatments, expert supplement recommendations + exceptional, empowering care). Start your journey.*
Finance
  • Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*
Giveaway
  • To celebrate our revamped referral program, we’re hosting a special giveaway until Wednesday, August 2, 2023. The top referrer will receive $500, and one additional person who refers at least one friend will automatically be entered for another $100 giveaway. Find the referral section at the bottom of this newsletter.
 
Holiday

🇺🇸 Red, white, and LOU

Independence Day events in Louisville
Waterfront Park Big Four Bridge fireworks
The Fourth of July celebration at Waterfront Park features a professional fireworks show over the Ohio River. | Photo by Louisville Tourism
America’s birthday falls on a Tuesday this year — which means no long weekend — but that’s not gonna stop us from celebrating.

Here are four free ways to commemorate July 4 around LOU.

Independence Day Celebration: Summer on the Farm | Spend the holiday at Locust Grove from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for 19-century-style fun, like public readings of the Declaration of Independence.

Crescent Hill July 4th Festival | Enjoy an art fair and a children’s fun zone from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at this 38th-annual fest at the Peterson Dumesnil House.

Fourth of July Outdoor Artisan Market | Shop local artisans, designers + collectors at 731 Brent St. from 11 a.m. to 7 pm.

Waterfront Park Fourth of July | Head to the Great Lawn from 5 to 10 p.m. for food vendors, live music, and a fireworks show to end the night.
 
The Wrap
 
Lennie Omalza

Today’s edition by:
Lennie
From the editor
I can’t believe it’s already the end of June — I guess time flies when you’re having fun. I’m looking forward to all the festivities on July 4, as well as my annual summer trip to the quarry with friends.
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