Nothing beats a box full of donuts on a sunny morning. | Photo by LOUtoday
Louisvillians, we’re pleased to tell you that today is National Donut Day, which actually is observed twice in the US — once on the first Friday of June and again on November 5.
So that you can plan to celebrate this foodie holiday appropriately, we’ve written a hole guide to donuts in Derby City. Read on for 9 places to get your fill — or no fill, if that’s your jam.
🍩 Twist
Plehn’s Bakery
Reader Eric W. told us about “the best doughnut on earth” — the yum yum from this St. Matthews bakery. It’s a cinnamon twist with white and chocolate glaze. Eric insists you need to know about it.
🍩 Custard
La Pana Bakery y Cafe
If you’re looking for a custard treat off the beaten path, try this Oaxacan-inspired micro bakery’s lechecilla donut, which is coated in cinnamon-sugar + filled with Oaxacan vanilla custard.
🍩 Dessert-style
Drip n Dough
Specializing in mini donuts, this Bardstown Road spot is truly dripping in flavor. From apple fritter to cinnamon toast crunch, these little donuts are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. They also dish out gourmet hot dogs for your savory tooth.
Louisville Greek Fest | Friday, June 6-Saturday, June 7 | Times vary | Assumption Greek Orthodox Church | Price of purchase | Celebrate Grecian hospitality + culture with gyros, souvlaki sandwiches, tiropitas + dancing.
“Much Ado About Nothing” | Friday, June 6-Sunday, June 8 | 8 p.m. | Central Park | Free | Love is in the air in this classic Shakespeare rom-com, performed outdoors with ASL interpretation.
Downtown Drive-in | 8-11 p.m. | Brown-Forman Amphitheater | Free | Weather dependent, “Happy Gilmore” will begin at sundown + TEN20 Craft Brewery will be slinging snacks and drinks.
Saturday, June 7
Butchertown Art Fair | Saturday, June 7-Sunday, June 8 | Times vary | 800 E. Washington St. | Free | This annual juried art show features work from 70+ regional artists and serves as a fundraiser for the Butchertown Neighborhood Association.
Made Market x Foxhollow Farm | 12-6 p.m. | Foxhollow Farm, Crestwood | $15 | Shop from curated makers and vintage vendors on this family farm.
Lou City vs. Tampa Bay Rowdies | 8 p.m. | Lynn Family Stadium | $19+ | Football is for all — Pride Night will feature various recognitions of our LGBTQIA+ community, and don’t miss the giveaway opportunity with an item to be provided courtesy of U.S. Bank.*
Sunday, June 8
Buy Local Fair | 12-6 p.m. | Lynn Family Stadium | Free | The 20th annual event includes local retailers, artists, musicians, food + libations, as well as a cooking competition and fun zone for the kids.
Monday, June 9
Composting Basics | 6-7:30 p.m. | Waterfront Botanical Gardens | $20+ | Learn how to turn food scraps into nutrient-rich soil for your garden.
Tuesday, June 10
The Parklands Walking Club | 8:30-10 a.m. | Humana Grand Allee Sports Fields in Beckley Creek Park | Free | Lace up your shoes for a leisurely 1.8-mile walk on The Valley of the Giants Trail.
Wednesday, June 11
Silent Disco Kid’s Cruise | 1 p.m. | Belle of Louisville | $14.99 | Move and groove to kid-friendly tunes as you cruise along the Ohio River.
The public comment form for Mayor Craig Greenberg’s 2025-2026 fiscal year budget will close on Monday, June 9. The $1.26 billion proposal includes funds for public safety, parks, modular housing, and more. Metro Council will finalize + vote on the budget on Thursday, June 26.
Number
$13.6 million. That’s the sale price of Brown-Forman’s cooperage on MacLean Avenue, which opened in 1945. The 16-acre property was purchased by Missouri-based barrel maker Independent Stave Company after Brown-Forman ended operations there in April. The company plans to resell the cooperage vs. reopening it.
Outdoors
The Urban Forestry’s Mulch Monday appointments for June 16 + June 23 are open. Sign up to pick up 3 cubic yards of free mulch at A.B. Sawyer Park from 1 to 3 p.m. Just remember to bring your container.
Health
In order to perform effective hands-only CPR, maintaining an accurate tempo of ~100 beats per minute is crucial. UofL Health shared a few songs to keep compressions on pace — including Jack Harlow’s “First Class,” which has 107 beats per minute.
Try This
Looking for a stunning venue to host your event? Waterfront Botanical Gardens offers a breathtaking setting for weddings, corporate events, private parties + more. This versatile event space combines natural beauty with modern amenities, creating an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. Take “finding a venue” off your to-do list.*
Job
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Post of the Day
Meow. The adoptable kitties that call Purrfect Day Cat Cafe (a temporary) home have some new places to snooze. Louisvillian John King, owner and operator of Drunkwood, created custom bourbon barrel cat furniture for the Highlands cat cafe’s remodel — and they’re clearly a hit.
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Cheesecake in a beer? Awry Brewing and Mile Wide Beer’s new collab brew Confection Connection is just that. The 8.2% ABV raspberry cheesecake sour is now pouring at Awry’s Barret Avenue taproom — regardless if they did say they’d “never, ever do cheesecake beer.”
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