Zucchini + squash for sale at the Phoenix Hill Farmers’ Market in NuLu. | Photo by LOUtoday
Get ready to fill up your reusable shopping bags with fruits and veggies, Louisvillians.
In the spirit of supporting all things local, we’ve rounded up 17 farmers markets in the Greater Louisville area where you’ll find fresh food, live music, and local vendors, plus a relatively new farmers market in Louisville’s West End that re-launched last year following a 44-year hiatus.
Thanks to an anonymous $300,000 donation, the West Louisville Farmers Market in the California neighborhood is prepared to double its size for the 2025 season.
It opens this Sunday at 2339 Date St. and will operate other Sunday until Oct. 5.
Louisville-based nonprofit Change Today, Change Tomorrow which manages the twice-monthly market, says it’s the only farmers market in the city’s West End.
If you’re a local farmer or vendor + want to participate in the West End Market, you can still submit a vendor application through April 30. (WHAS)
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Dawn at the Downs | 7 a.m. | Churchill Downs | Free | Racing fans can get a sneak peek at Kentucky Oaks + Derby contenders during their morning workouts.
Tuesday, April 29
My Morning Jacket | 7:30 p.m. | Louisville Palace | $55-$238 | The Grammy- nominated band is coming back home to play their first of four shows for Derby week.
Wednesday, April 30
Great Steamboat Race | 401 W. River Rd. | 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. | Free-$200 | Hop aboard the Belle of Louisville for a steam-fueled competition down the Ohio, or chase the race from the river banks for free.
Thursday, May 1
Gonzo Whiskey launch party | 5:30 p.m. | The Eagle Louisville | $69 | If Louisville native Hunter S. Thompson was still around to see the launch of these new labels, we’re sure he’d Buy the Ticket, Take the Ryed.
U of L saw multiple players selected in this year’s NFL draft. Tyler Shough, picked 40th overall, is set to join the New Orleans Saints. (Courier-Journal)
Culture
It’s premature to say what high-profile celebrities will be in town for Derby 151 — but it’s fun to speculate + look back on who’s made appearances at red-carpet events in the past. (Courier-Journal)
Real estate
Is your property one of the 83,000 residential parcels that could see adjustments to tax bills? Check the Jefferson County Property Valuation Administration to see — officials announced values in some areas have risen by 63% since 2019. (Courier-Journal)
Environment
Louisville’s urban canopy has been vulnerable to tree loss in the past two decades, but this proposed Urban Master Forest Plan aims to remedy that. Want to help? They’re looking for feedback from our community.
Eat
If you’re on the hunt for Kentucky cuisine with a twist, check out more than 20 restaurants in downtown Frankfort that are serving up creative renditions of the classic Kentucky Hot Brown. It’s all a part of the Kentucky Hot Brown Trail that’s running now through Friday, May 2.
Transit
TARC, which operates 24 bus routes around Kentuckiana, wants to hear from you on how to improve public transit in our metro area. Give feedback with this online survey.
Mansion Monday
There’s more than 14,000 sqft + nine bathrooms in this expansive traditional estate in Prospect. Relax by the pool or cozy up next to one of seven fireplaces. If you need an escape, you can find respite on the balcony tucked off the sunroom that offers serene views.
Job
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Attention Travis Kelce: If you’re in town again for this year’s Kentucky Derby, please let us know what you think about the new public art exhibit at the Plaza on 4th dedicated solely to Taylor Swift.
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