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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Brough Brothers Bourbon

Sep252025

Start your visit to Louisville off right with a tasting of some of the whiskeys from Brough Brothers. Our partners from Brough Brothers Distillery will be...

Jim Gaffigan Fathertime Bottle Signing and Photo Op

Sep142025

Purchase a bottle of Fathertime Bourbon (while supplies last) and have it personally signed by comedian Jim Gaffigan—plus snap a photo together to remember the...

Angel's Envy takes over Bourbons Bistro

Sep172025

Bourbon lovers, mark your calendars! On Wednesday, September 17, Bourbons Bistro will welcome Angel’s Envy for an exclusive Bar Takeover beginning at 5:00...

Bourbon & Bridles Experience

Sep162025

What do you get when you pour a jigger of Bourbon, add a dash of Thoroughbreds, and mix in a Mint Julep cup? The complete Bourbon and Bridles Experience....

Secrets of Louisville Food & History Tour

Sep132025

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...

Phantoms of the Prohibition: Ghosts, Cocktails, Bites Walking Food Tour

Sep162025

Discover Louisville's Prohibition past on a haunted cocktail & food tour down Whiskey Row. Venture out with us and explore the hidden stories of...

Beyond the Barrel Bourbon & Bites Food Tour

Sep172025

Uncover the secrets of Kentucky Bourbon on the world's only walking bourbon & food tour. Embark on a journey through the story of Kentucky bourbon....

Pride Plates Food Tour: A Taste Of Kentucky's Queer History

Sep172025

Come out with us and explore the queer stories of Louisville’s past. As you stroll through the lush avenues of historic Cherokee Triangle, you’ll taste classic...

Downtown Derby City Food & History Tour

Sep132025

Take a delicious stroll through the heart of downtown Louisville! As you stroll along iconic Whiskey Row and Museum Row, you’ll enjoy classic dishes and drinks...

Bourbon and Beyond 2025

Sep132025

Celebrate the perfect blend of bourbon, food, and music in Louisville this September! With headlining sets from The Lumineers, Benson Boone, Alabama Shakes,...

Jim Gaffigan: A Bourbon Set

Oct072025

World-famous comedian Jim Gaffigan is coming to Louisville's historic Whiskey Row to perform an all new 'Bourbon Set' as part of his standup tour. Jim Gaffigan...

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...