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Event Spotlight
Waterfront Wednesdays are almost here
Longer days, late sunsets, and festivals at Waterfront Park are a sure sign that summer has arrived. | Photo by Louisville Tourism
The 24th WFPK Waterfront Wednesday season starts on Wednesday, April 22. Here’s a look at this season’s lineup, coming to Waterfront Park the last Wednesday of each month:
April 22: Deep Blue Something, Small Time Napoleon
May 27: Arlo Parks, MODISTE
June 24: The War & Treaty, Second Story Man
July 29: Over the Rhine, Abby Hamilton
Aug. 26: Old 97’s, Cait Justice
Sept. 23: Houseplant, DOOM GONG
River Road will close at 5 p.m. each concert night. Parking is available for purchase in the lots around Lynn Family Stadium.
Bonus: The final three Waterfront Wednesday concerts will feature performances by Louisville Public Media’s Young Artist Showcase program. Young musicians ages 8-18 can enter by Friday, April 17 for a chance to perform live.
More downtown streets will be converted from one- to two-way, according to a new plan announced by the Louisville Downtown Partnership. The plan also calls for more on-street parking, bike lanes, and the replacement of 34 traffic lights with four-way stop signs to slow down traffic + improve walkability. (WHAS)
Eat
Can’t get a reservation at MeeshMeesh? Visit the restaurant’s tent this Saturday, March 28 during BockFest. Sandwiches, sides, and drinks will be available between 12 and 6 p.m.
Plan Ahead
This year’s Paristown Garden Show will be on Sunday, April 19. There will be over 100 vendors + nonprofits on site from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., plus talks and specialty cocktails.
Seasonal
Four Pegs is taking orders for Easter catering. Bourbon glazed hams, bourbon maple salmon, and wings are all on the menu. Call or emai to place an order.
Coming Soon
A new Freddy’s Frozen Custard location is coming to Dixie Highway. It’ll be the chain’s third local location + is expected to open in August. (Courier Journal)
Mailbag
Yesterday, I asked you for places to donate used men’s business clothes — and you delivered. HighPoint Charitable Services, the UofL Student Success Center, and New Leaf Clinic were among the suggestions. Stay tuned for a full roundup of places to donate business clothes coming soon.
Health
Your health deserves a plan, not a guess. ReadyRX’s GLP-1 program is designed to support steady progress through expert-led care. If your BMI is 27+, you may qualify for 24/7 medical access and program support. Check your eligibility and save $100 as a new patient with code HEALTH100.*
The Buy
New deals on best-selling apparel, top-rated home appliances, beauty must-haves, and more drop every day until Tuesday, March 31, thanks to Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. These are our top five for today:
🫧 Stock up on Olaplex’s weightless dry shampoo while it’s on sale for the lowest price yet this year.
🍚 Make the perfect rice every time thanks to the discount on this top-rated rice cooker.
👠 Hurry — the deal on these date night-ready heeled sandals is only available until this afternoon.
🏓 Also only available until this afternoon is the deal on this 4.7-star rated pickleball set that features lightweight paddles, balls, and a case.
🧴 Take 50% off Neutrogena’s rapid wrinkle repair moisturizer that boosts skin elasticity + reduces fine lines.
If you’re a Waterfront Wednesday super fan, here’s your chance to show it. You can enter by Sunday, April 19 to win a reserved parking spot at every concert of the season, plus event swag and VIP tickets to Bourbon & Beyond.
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