Calendar of Events

See what’s happening around Louisville

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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The History of Teeth - Family Nature Club

Aug172025

How long have animals had teeth? Why are there so many shapes of teeth? Naturalist at Heart volunteer Stan Dunn will explore the history of teeth showing...

Archeology/History Walking Tour at Oxmoor Farm

Aug182025

Want to channel your inner historian and archeologist? Join us on a tour of the historic Oxmoor Farm estate and archeological dig site! Oxmoor’s curator,...

The James J. Holmberg Lecture Series The Cherokees in War & Peace | A book discussion with David Narrett, Ph.D.

Aug192025

For more than 150 years between their first encounters with the English in the 1670s and forced removal along the Trail of Tears, the Cherokees negotiated...

LouGrass Sessions: Backwoods Bluegrass Band

Aug212025

LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky MusicEnjoy free Bluegrass by the Backwoods Bluegrass Band on Thursday, August 21st from 7:00-9:00PM at Derby City Gaming...

Nulu Nights

Aug222025

Experience the energy of NuLu Nights, a vibrant evening series happening July 25, August 22, October 17, and December 12.On each date, the NuLu neighborhood...

Bourbon City Supper Club - Smokin' with MeeshMeesh

Aug222025

Mark your calendar for May 22! The next installment of the Bourbon City Supper Club is heating things up with Smokin’ with MeeshMeesh—a culinary adventure that...

LouGrass Sessions: Louisville Bluegrass Band

Aug222025

LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky MusicEnjoy free Bluegrass by the Louisville Bluegrass Band on Friday, August 22nd from 6:00-9:00PM at Whiskey Thief NuLu....

Experience the Outer Fossil Beds

Aug232025

The outer fossils are one of the world's amazing excursions to see Devonian fossils in their natural "habitat." We only offer this hike in the late summer and...

Paint Pouring MakerPlace Workshop

Aug232025

Unleash your creativity in our Paint Pouring Workshop! Explore mesmerizing techniques, experiment with unique additives to change the viscosity, and watch...

Digging the Past

Aug232025

Combining the best of archaeology and paleontology while giving kids and adults alike a unique, hands-on experience of both sciences.Fresh shale at our new...

Jim Beam Day - Celebrate A Legend

Aug232025

Join us for an unforgettable day at the historic James B. Beam Distilling Co. as we commemorate the birthday of the legend himself, Jim Beam! Immerse yourself...

LouGrass Sessions: Kentucky Blue

Aug232025

LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky MusicEnjoy free Bluegrass by Kentucky Blue on Saturday, August 23rd from 5:00-7:00PM at TAJ. If you want the best in KY...