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Christmas Eve Brunch | 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | High Stakes Grill | $25+ | Get all the holiday classics like ham, roasted chicken, and mashed potatoes, with cookies and ice cream for dessert.
Thursday, Dec. 26
Tim Meadows | Thursday, Dec. 26-Sunday, Dec. 29 | Times vary | Louisville Comedy Club | $25+ | See the comedian known for roles in “Mean Girls” and “The Ladies Man.”
Steely Danish | 7 p.m. | Zanzabar | $20 | This tribute will perform songs from the band’s sixth album, 1977’s “Aja,” plus other hits.
Friday, Dec. 27
23rd Animation Show of Shows | Friday, Dec. 27-Sunday, Dec. 29 | Times vary | Speed Art Museum | $8+ | Animator and curator Ron Diamond has assembled a selection of 12 animated shorts from around the globe.
There have been some changes at Logan Street Market. Soda Bomb is now open, cold press juice shop 721 Mint It has expanded + there have been reports of loud noises and flashing lights by the brewery — we’re guessing it’s the pinball machines.
Seasonal
One of Louisville’s sister cities, La Plata, Argentina, is gearing up for an annual tradition called “the burning of Momos.” Hundreds of dolls are burned to let go of all the bad things from the year and make room for the new. Learn more about LOU’s other sister cities.
Sports
$140. That’s the average cost for a family of four to attend an MLB game, according to a study by MoneyGeek. All the more reason to love our minor league Louisville Bats.Purchase tickets for next season, starting with the home opener on Friday, March 28. Bonus: The Louisville Slugger Museum is waiving admission fees for children 12 and under Thursday, Dec. 26-Sunday, Jan. 5.
Number
$520,000. That’s the approximate income you need to make to be considered a one-percenter in Kentucky — compare that to the $1.22 million you need to make in Washington D.C. Factor that into the cost of living in Louisville. (Axios)
Travel
Seasons greetings from sunny Orlando, aka one of Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) 12 Days of Christmas destinations. Start planning your next adventure to one of SDF’s 35+ nonstop destinations this holiday season — and follow along on Instagram for more exciting updates.*
Number
$1.14 trillion. That’s the staggering number that consumer credit card debt reached in 2024, highlighting a widespread financial struggle. If your debt exceeds $10,000, Freedom Debt Relief could help with a personalized debt settlement plan + creditor negotiations — all with one low monthly payment.*
Trending
Did you know that Amazon offers limited-edition wardrobe collections? Sign up to receive text notifications from The Drop + you’ll be the first to know about styles that are made-to-order just for you.*
The Buy
The Buy
A beanie bottle stopper — because it’s only fair that your unfinished bottle of wine gets to sport a winter look this season, too.
