Calendar of Events

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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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20+ Events Happening in Louisville this May

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Shucked

May152025

Shucked is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book...

Winter into Spring

May152025

The exhibit Winter into Spring features 15 talented artists showcasing paintings, glass, and sculpture from the Louisville area. It runs March 23 through May...

OVW WRESTLING: RISE

May152025

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

Paws & Pals Days

May162025

Learn more about our animal friends and the people who work with them! On these days partners bring and/or teach us about the animal kingdom. Stop by to meet...

Creatures of the Night: Froggy Night Adventure

May162025

Spring is an opera, complete with throaty vocals, high-pitched vibratos, and an expert cast of creatures, each playing its part in this ancient drama. Discover...

Major League Baseball Pitch Hit & Run skills challenge

May172025

Major League Baseball Pitch Hit & Run is a FREE event that provides boys and girls -- ages 7 to 14 -- an opportunity to showcase their baseball and...

Splashin' Safari Opening Weekend

May172025

Known by many as the Water Coaster Capital of the World, Splashin’ Safari is home to water slides, wave pools, and three world-class water coasters: Mammoth,...

The Vendors Markets at The Buechel Train Depot

May172025

Join us for a vibrant Vendors Market at the historic Buechel Train Depot! Explore handmade crafts, local artisans, and some delicious food. Bring the family or...

BloomFest

May172025

Celebrate spring at Bernheim! This free event includes whimsy & nature activities for children of all ages, including arts and crafts, garden faerie house...

Family Fun Day

May172025

Our Spring Family Fun Day is Saturday, May 17th from 11am -3pm! Family Fun Days are free, fun-filled days of programming for families and friends of all...

Forest Fest

May172025

Join us on 5/17 at Forest Fest, our annual Bluegrass and Americana music festival! Enjoy a family-friendly day of live music, workshops, nature play, food...

Saving America's Largest Salamander - The Hellbender

May172025

Indiana is home to America’s largest salamander, called the Hellbender. It is only found in one Indiana river – the Blue River in Harrison County. Come and...