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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.
For current museum & attraction exhibits and ongoing public tour options, click here.
The ultimate guide to the holiday season in Louisville
From underground light shows and a 175-foot-long snow tubing hill to holiday pop-up bars and enchanted markets, Louisville is your holiday destination.
Learn MoreHoliday Teas at Oxmoor Farm
720 Oxmoor Ave
Louisville, Kentucky 40222
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Oxmoor Farm is excited to announce its new seasonal tradition — Holiday Teas — in the library inside the historic Oxmoor House! Celebrate the season on Oxmoor...
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & The Ghosts of Derby City
Entrance to Belvedere at 5th & Main
Louisville, Kentucky
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Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & The Ghosts of Derby City
From a ghost that still haunts a glamorous hotel to the tragic riots of Bloody Monday, you’ll trace the cursed footsteps of criminals, mobsters, bootleggers,...
Lights on Main
829 W. Main St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Step into a magical winter wonderland at the sixth annual Lights on Main, a special exhibition the Frazier is hosting in partnership with the nonprofit I Would...
A Velveteen Rabbit Christmas
525 Marriott Drive
Clarksville, Indiana 47129
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Christmas presents come to life as a very special toy learns what is real and is changed forever in this enchanting new holiday musical based on the classic...
Seelbach Hotel Historic Tour
500 S 4th St
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Take in the 120 year history on a free walking tour of the historic Seelbach Hotel. Led by Historian Larry Johnson, hear the legendary stories of the people...
2025 SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run Louisville
129 River Road
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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2025 SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run Louisville
NEW! America's sweetest run is coming to Louisville on December 13, 2025! With 5K, 10K, and 15K distances and a post-run party that'll make you go cocoa crazy...
Barn & Backside Tour
704 Central Avenue
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
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Did you know there’s a vibrant community of horses and horsemen who live and work on the Backside of Churchill Downs? (Yes, there’s even a church onsite!) In...
Lights Under Louisville
1841 Taylor Ave.
Louisville, Kentucky 40213
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A Magical Drive-Through Holiday Light Show, Underground! Louisville Mega Cavern and 5/3rd Bank present Lights Under Louisville, a beloved holiday...
Shining a Light: Iconic Women
144 N. 6th St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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The 11th annual Shining a Light documentary-style photography exhibition focuses on iconic women of the world and how they do well for themselves, their...
Treats from Santa
706 Spring Street
Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130
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Children will be able to meet and talk with Santa. Santa will give out treats. Visitors may also tour the wonderful Museum.
Love and Marriage Exhibit
829 W. Main St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Opening in April 2025, Love & Marriage will explore themes related to courtship, love, and wedding traditions in Kentucky over the last 150 years. This...
Beary Happy Holiday at the Louisville Zoo 2025
1100 Trevilian Way
Louisville, Kentucky 40213
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Beary Happy Holiday at the Louisville Zoo 2025
Join us this holiday season for a PAWsome celebration: Beary Happy Holidays. Throughout December, we’re transforming areas of your Zoo into a winter...
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