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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.

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Pink and orange hues from the evening sky cast over a horse track with two racing horses at Churchill Downs.

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25 things to do in Louisville this November

From performances by Herbie Hancock and Aziz Ansari to the Fall Meet at Churchill Downs and NuLu Jingle Fest, here’s what you can’t miss this November in...

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Creig Ewing's Thanksgiving Eve Comedy Showcase

Nov262025

Join us the night before Thanksgiving at The Caravan Comedy Club for a special comedy showcase. Comics include: Brad Brauser Sarah Hines Ali Hussein Lane...

Thanksgiving at the Track

Nov272025

Celebrate Thanksgiving in unforgettable style at Churchill Downs! Kick off the holiday with a day full of thrilling races, delicious food, and quality time...

Fête de Noël

Nov282025

Start your newest holiday season tradition at Paristown’s annual Fête De Noël ("Festival of Christmas") Winter Holiday Festival, a 6-week winter wonderland...

Gardens Aglimmer

Nov282025

Louisville’s Loveliest Holiday Tradition returns this winter for its SIXTH year! Visit us on select nights from November 28 to December 30! Celebrate the magic...

Creig Ewing & Friends

Nov282025

Join Louisville Laughs at The Caravan for a special Thanksgiving Weekend show, happening the 28th and 29th.Join Creig Ewing and a collection of his favorite...

Holiday Tea at Hermitage Farm

Nov292025

The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner, and we’re excited to invite you to be a part of our cherished tradition at Hermitage Farm. Get...

Dog Man: The Musical

Nov292025

Based on the worldwide bestselling hit series by Dav Pilkey, Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious and heartwarming production following the chronicles of Dog...

The Black Boy Narratives

Nov302025

The Black Boy Narratives is an event that will create a safe and welcoming space for Black men and boys in Louisville. Attendees will enjoy music, vendors, a...

AVATAR IN THE AIRWAVES - Not So Silent Night

Nov302025

Formed by John Alfredsson and Jonas Jarlsby as teenagers, soon joined by Johannes Eckerström, Henrik Sandelin and Simon Andersson, Avatar started an evolution...

Kentucky Author Forum Presents Maureen Dowd

Dec012025

Maureen Dowd, New York Times Columnist and Pulitzer Prize-Winner Maureen Dowd is a columnist for The New York Times Opinion pages and a feature writer for...

Kimberly Akimbo

Dec022025

The 2023 Tony-winner for Best Musical, based on David Lindsay-Abaire's play of the same title, revolves around a teenage girl named Kimberly Levaco, who...

Carols with the River Cities Concert Band

Dec022025

Come start off your holiday season with festive music featuring the River Cities Concert Band! Santa is likely to make an appearance to visit with the kids and...