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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LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky Music

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Mary Shelley's Frankenstein

Oct012025

“Beware; for I am fearless, and therefore powerful.” What’s buried comes back to life at Kentucky Shakespeare in a thrilling Louisville premiere by David...

Catharine Beecher: The Paradoxes of Gender in the Nineteenth Century

Oct012025

Education reformer Catharine Beeche’s life serves as a lens in which to understand social changes that occurred during the first three-quarters of the...

Jack O'Lantern Spectacular 2025

Oct022025

The 2025 Louisville Jack O’Lantern Spectacular returns for its 13th season at Iroquois Park, lighting up the night with thousands of intricately carved...

LouGrass Sessions: Backwoods Bluegrass Band

Oct022025

LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky MusicEnjoy free Bluegrass by the Backwoods Bluegrass Band on Thursday, October 2nd from 6-8pm at Charr'd Bourbon Kitchen...

Bourbon & Belonging: Kentucky's Queer Bourbon Week

Oct032025

Queer Kentucky, a diverse LGBTQ+ run non-profit, is proud to introduce "Bourbon & Belonging,” Kentucky’s Queer Bourbon Week, a state-wide LGBTQ+ inclusive...

NOLA Cocktails

Oct032025

Dive into the soulful flavors of New Orleans with our NOLA Cocktail experience!Each creation tells a tale as vibrant as the streets of the French Quarter. As...

St. James Court Art Show

Oct032025

Named #2 “Best Fine Art and Design Show” in the country in 2025 by Sunshine Artist magazine! The St. James Court Art Show® is a juried fine arts and...

First Friday Tours at Actors Theatre of Louisville

Oct032025

Step behind the curtain and discover the magic of Actors Theatre of Louisville, a Louisville Historical landmark. Explore our three distinct performance...

LouGrass Sessions: Ida Clare

Oct032025

LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky MusicEnjoy free Bluegrass by Ida Clare on Friday, October 3rd at Porch Kitchen & Bar located in the Louisville Marriott...

Bourbon and Wine Experience 2025

Oct032025

Unlimited bourbon, wine and liquor tasting with all you can eat barbecue when you come to the 13th annual Bourbon and Wine experience, by South Oldham Rotary,...

The Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary with Patricia Quinn

Oct032025

Let’s do the Time Warp again! Celebrate five decades of cult classic chaos as The Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary Tour hits The Louisville Palace on...

Spookley the Square Pumpkin

Oct042025

Adapted from the best-selling book series, this delightful musical tells the story of a square pumpkin living in a round pumpkin patch on Holiday Hill Farm. A...