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.

For current museum & attraction exhibits and ongoing public tour options, click here.

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LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky Music

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OVW RISE

Oct022025

Catch the future of professional wrestling every Thursday night at the historic Hotpoint Davis Arena in Louisville! OVW Rise showcases the newest stars and...

OVW WRESTLING: RISE

Oct022025

OVW Wrestling Presents...OVW RISE – A Live Weekly Wrestling Broadcast from Louisville every Thursday!Every week, the electrifying action of OVW lights up...

Mentalist Thursdays!

Oct022025

Mind Games at High Stakes RooftopEvery Thursday from 7–9 PM, prepare to have your mind bent and your reality questioned as mentalist Joseph Thomas makes...

Pumpkins At Kentucky Kingdom

Oct032025

The annual family friendly fall festival, Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom is returning this fall! Look forward to over 1,000 bright orange pumpkins appearing all...

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...

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...

Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & The Ghosts of Derby City

Oct032025

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,...

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...

Favorite Haunts & Spirits on Whiskey Row

Oct032025

On this spirited experience, guests will hear true ghost stories at two favorite Haunts on Whiskey Row. Along the way, you might hear enchantments and melodies...

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...

Straight From The Barrel

Oct032025

During this experience, you will label and fill your own bottle with whiskey straight from the barrel, choosing from a selection of two double-oaked, single...

Secrets of Louisville Food & History Tour

Oct032025

This walking tour tells the story of Louisville and Kentucky through its cuisine. As you explore urban NuLu and historic Butchertown, you’ll taste Kentucky and...