City Editor Declan got this bee-themed cupcake at last year’s BugFest. | Photo by LOUtoday
Critters, creepy crawlies, and insects of all kinds will be on full display at Bernheim Forest’s BugFest this weekend. Here’s a sample of what you can expect:
An insect zoo where you can get up close and personal with local invertebrates
Bug safaris to find them in their natural habitats around the forest
A bug parade at 1:30 p.m. — bring your own costume or don one at the event
BugFest is free, with a $15 per car suggested donation, and runs 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Events
Events
Monday, Sept. 15
Paint & Sip with Cats Eye Art | 6:30-9 p.m. | Noche Mexican BBQ | $35 | Participate in a guided painting while listening to tunes from a live DC + enjoying a nacho bar.
Tagging Monarchs | 12-1:30 p.m. | Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, Clermont | $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers | Help naturalists tag butterflies in order to gather information on their migration patterns.
Thursday, Sept. 18
OVW RISE | 6-9 p.m. | Davis Arena | $10+ | Local and regional wrestling talent take to the ring at this weekly live taping — you might have seen the OVW on the Netflix series “Wrestlers.”
Friday, Sept. 19
Downtown Drive-in | 8-11 p.m. | Brown-Forman Amphitheater | Free | Take to the sea with a showing of “Moana” while TEN20 Craft Brewery slings snacks and drinks.
Louisville’s peak fall foliage will likely fall around Monday, Oct. 27. That is, according to this interactive map, which also comes with a handy tool to report foliage colors to make future predictions more accurate. You’ve still got time to explore our parks and find where you want to see the leaves turn. (Smoky Mountains)
Travel
Mark your calendars, travel enthusiasts: MICHELIN will unveil its 2025 Key selections — recognizing exceptional hotels and resorts across the globe — on Wednesday, Oct. 8. Looking for a high-class stay closer to home? Louisville’s Hotel Genevieve was among the first Michelin Key hotels in the US.
Eat
What’s the best chicken sandwich in Kentucky? According to Tasting Table, it’s Royals Hot Chicken’s fried chicken sandwich served on a potato bun with mayo, shredded lettuce, and pickles.
Announced
Move over, Thin Mints, we’re saving our money for boxes of Exploremores — Girl Scouts of the USA’s newest cookie. The rocky road ice cream-inspired sandwich cookie will debut in 2026. Sign up to be the first to know when they hit the market in Louisville.
Try This
Season 34 of “Dancing with the Stars” kicks off on Tuesday, Sept. 16. While no famous Louisvillians will be cha-cha or jiving their way to the Mirror Ball this year, locals can still get in on the fun by lacing up their dancing shoes at one of these local events.
Sports
Taylen Kinney’s commitment date is set for September 28th, with Louisville and Kansas emerging as frontrunners. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews and more from local experts of the Cards with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Seasonal
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Job
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Pets
You insure your phone… but not your pet? One accident could cost $10,000. Pet insurance can help cover the unexpected, with plans starting at $10/month and offering up to 90% coverage. Learn more.*
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday | Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 5-10 p.m. | Big Four Lawn | Free | Bring a blanket, chair, and your closest friends for the final Waterfront Wednesday of the year — this month featuring Joy Oladokun, Uwade, and Maggie Halfman.
Twilight in the Garden 2025 | Friday, Sept. 19 | 6-9:45 p.m. | Yew Dell Botanical Gardens, Crestwood | $200+ | Get a four-course meal by the chef of Volare, along with cocktails, auctions, and garden tours, all in support of Yew Dell.
Paristown Flea Market | Saturday, Sept. 20 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Paristown | Free | Shop unique finds, vintage treasures, handmade goods, and more at the outdoors monthly market.
LouCity vs. Las Vegas Lights FC | Saturday, Sept. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Lynn Family Stadium | $19+ | It’s Noche Latina: This celebration of our Latin American and Hispanic communities will feature authentic entertainment and cuisine as Hispanic Heritage Month gets underway.
Your go-to shoe for early fall: Birkenstock’s Buckley Suede Clog. These comfortable clogs are easy to slip off and on and are built on Birkenstock’s classic cork footbed for arch support and security.
Bonus: New HSN shoppers can use code WELCOME2025 for $15 off $35+ purchases.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
LFPL is hitting the road with a new adult bookmobile that will deliver books to community events, parks, and more. If you’d like you bring some bookishness to a community event near you, apply online.
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