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The Louisville community is buzzing with fun and exciting events.

No matter what time of the year you're considering visiting us, you'll discover bourbon & culinary experiences, seasonal festivals, and plenty of opportunities to experience Louisville's horse racing events including iconic races like the Kentucky Derby.

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15 events happening in Louisville this January

From garden and home shows to dinosaur adventures, the Harlem Globetrotters, and a chocolate fest, here’s what you can’t miss this January in Bourbon City.

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Winter Propagation: Cultivating Plants in the Cold Season

Jan162026

Discover the key techniques for winter plant propagation. Lead by the knowledgeable horticulture team at Bernheim, you'll learn about preparing cuttings to...

RE-OPENING Champagne Party W/ Sacha Geoffroy

Jan162026

You know, we are always so ready to party with you after our annual winter break at the beginning of January, so next year we asked our dear friend from...

Harlem Globetrotters: 100 Year Tour

Jan162026

This is a once-in-a-century celebration of 100 years of jaw-dropping “no way!” moves, 100 years of “wow!” and 100 years of heart-pounding thrills! The Harlem...

Night at the Museum

Jan172026

Night at the Museum (formerly called Date Night) is a time for guests to enjoy a creative evening filled with art, music, cocktails, and snacks! Each ticket...

Humans in Space

Jan172026

Human spaceflight is incredibly difficult and incredibly rewarding. When will we return to the Moon? Are we going to Mars? Will we ever travel between the...

Kentucky Afternoon Tea

Jan182026

The Brown Hotel is bringing back its esteemed afternoon tea with a unique Kentucky twist. Along with its Bluegrass-honored bites, the tea service beverage...

Punch Needling: Miniature Rugs (Adult Workshop)

Jan182026

Get inspired by KMAC's “Crafting in Miniature” Exhibition. Work with guest artists Ellen Grinstead Yunker and Shannon Test to learn the process of Punch...

Keepers of the Dream: Beyond the Dream

Jan182026

Where spirit, struggle, and song ascend. Join us for a powerful celebration honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.! Experience a vibrant...

Neko Case: Neon Grey Midnight Green Tour with Des Demonas

Jan202026

Singer, songwriter, music producer, visual artist, and writer Neko Case is the consummate career artist — fearless and versatile, with a fierce work ethic and...

Fire Tower Tour & Guided Hike

Jan212026

Enjoy a birds-eye view of Bernheim and the surrounding area from the historic fire tower! Constructed in 1929, the fire tower was the first structure at...

Plotting Your Harvest: Vegetable Garden Design

Jan222026

This workshop introduces key garden-planning skills, from creating crop plans to practicing succession planting and building thoughtful crop rotations. Get...

RiverCityCon Board Game & RPG Convention

Jan232026

Louisville’s own board game and roleplaying game convention – RiverCityCon – is back for 2026! Taking place from January 23 to 25, this exciting event offers...