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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The Wiz

Aug022025

Everybody Rejoice! The Tony Award-winning musical THE WIZ is coming to your city! Producers Kristin Caskey, Mike Isaacson, Brian Anthony Moreland, and...

Barn & Backside Tour

Aug022025

Did you know there’s a vibrant community of horses and horsemen who live and work on the Backside of Churchill Downs? (Yes, there’s even a church onsite!) In...

Old Louisville Farmers Market

Aug022025

Old Louisville's first official farmers market. Coming back summer 2025, join us on select Saturdays for fresh produce, local baked goods, live music, and more!

Shining a Light: Iconic Women

Aug022025

The 11th annual Shining a Light documentary-style photography exhibition focuses on iconic women of the world and how they do well for themselves, their...

Made Market Louisville

Aug022025

Soak up the summer vibes with us at Louisville’s favorite handmade shopping event! We’re taking over Mellwood’s premier event space with 90+ incredible makers,...

Licia Priest: "I Am We: Crafting Community in Paper Tole"

Aug022025

Visit KMAC Contemporary Art Museum to see Licia Priest: "I Am We, Crafting Community in Paper Tole". Since the mid 1980’s, Louisville based artist Licia Priest...

where the rivers run muddy and the mountains are bare

Aug022025

Visit KMAC Contemporary Art Museum to see “where the rivers run muddy and the mountains are bare”. The 2025 Triennial, titled "where the rivers run muddy and...

Love and Marriage Exhibit

Aug022025

Opening in April 2025, Love & Marriage will explore themes related to courtship, love, and wedding traditions in Kentucky over the last 150 years. This...

Dino Don visits Louisville Zoo

Aug022025

The man behind Dinopalooza, Dino Don is coming to Louisville for two special presentations on the MetaZoo stage on Saturday, August 2 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m....

Downtown Derby City Food & History Tour

Aug022025

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...

Straight From The Barrel

Aug022025

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...

Picnic Lunch

Aug022025

Who likes picnics? Who likes riverboats? We think these two things go together like peas and carrots, so we’re hosting a picnic out on the river! Join us for a...