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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The ultimate guide to the holiday season in Louisville

From underground light shows and a 175-foot-long snow tubing hill to holiday pop-up bars and enchanted markets, Louisville is your holiday destination.

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Destination Smooth Jazz

Feb142026

The Smooth Jazz series is presented quarterly at the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage. The evening is a total experience from wine and spirits...

An Intimate Night with Kinetic Light

Feb142026

Kinetic Light is an innovative, internationally-recognized disability arts ensemble. Working in the disciplines of art, technology, design, and dance, the...

Cody Johnson Live

Feb142026

Multi-Platinum recording artist and CMA Awards Entertainer of the Year nominee Cody Johnson brings his electrifying live performance to Louisville for a...

Serial Killers with Dr. Scott Bonn

Feb142026

Spend a deliciously chilling evening with renowned criminologist and serial killer expert, Dr. Scott Bonn, as he takes you inside the minds of the world’s most...

NEEDTOBREATHE: The Barely Elegant Acoustic Tour

Feb172026

Despite a 20-year history filled with accolades, GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum band NEEDTOBREATHE approached their latest studio album with a renewed...

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Feb182026

An eclectic group of six awkward spelling champions vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories...

USA Gymnastics Winter Cup

Feb202026

Winter CupThe 2026 Winter Cup is a qualifying event for the 2026 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships. The Winter Cup will also culminate in the selection of...

Saxsquatch

Feb202026

Saxsquatch is a 7’ tall multi-instrumentalist, producer, and electronic music artist from North Carolina. He has accumulated over 3 million followers online...

A Year With Frog & Toad

Feb212026

A hit on Broadway and based on Arnold Lobel’s well-loved books, this whimsical musical follows two great friends – cheerful Frog and rather grumpy Toad –...

Stuntboy, In the Meantime

Feb212026

Stuntboy, In the Meantime follows the middle-schooler, Portico Reeves, whose superpower is making sure his parents and best friend, Zola, stay safe. He lives...

Growers Not Showers - Champagne Party

Feb212026

GROWERS NOT SHOWERS - CHAMPAGNE PARTYIt is back!We are beyond excited to announce our 4th annual “Growers Not Showers” party, on Saturday - February 21st, 2026...

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Feb212026

The Simon & Garfunkel Story is touring North America again this year! Using huge projection photos and original film footage, featuring a full live band...