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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.

For current museum & attraction exhibits and ongoing public tour options, click here.

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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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The Brown-Forman Nutcracker

Dec122025

Join Marie and her valiant Nutcracker prince on a magical journey to the land of the Sugar Plum Fairy. With world-class choreography, sets, and costumes...

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland

Dec122025

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland is returning with an all-new, must-see holiday event to usher in the magic of the season. Igniting joy and wonder,...

Jon McLaughlin & Friends: Home For The Holidays

Dec122025

Ring in the season with Jon McLaughlin & Friends: Home for the Holidays, an evening of music, stories, and holiday cheer. Jon returns to the stage with his...

Ornament Painting Workshop

Dec132025

Join us for a memorable gathering at our historic homestead, where you’ll create a unique, hand-painted holiday ornament. For $45 per person, enjoy a time of...

2025 Hot Chocolate Run Louisville

Dec132025

NEW! America's sweetest run is coming to Louisville on December 13, 2025! With 5K, 10K, and 15K distances and a post-run party that'll make you go cocoa crazy...

2025 SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run Louisville

Dec132025

NEW! America's sweetest run is coming to Louisville on December 13, 2025! With 5K, 10K, and 15K distances and a post-run party that'll make you go cocoa crazy...

Treats from Santa

Dec132025

Children will be able to meet and talk with Santa. Santa will give out treats. Visitors may also tour the wonderful Museum.

Nature (+) Holiday Cards Linoleum Block Printing

Dec132025

Learn to carve your own holiday linoleum block prints in this hands-on workshop! Artist Teresa Koester will guide participants step by step through the entire...

Ornament Painting Workshop

Dec142025

Join us for a memorable gathering at our historic homestead, where you’ll create a unique, hand-painted holiday ornament. For $45 per person, enjoy a time of...

Under the Streetlamp - Hip to the Holidays

Dec142025

Streetlamp’s signature show includes a bevy of hits by Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons and other classic artists such as The Beach Boys, The Drifters, Dion,...

Wine Education: Champagne - Master Class

Dec152025

Join us for our favorite wine class of the year: CHAMPAGNE - Master Class!We believe that CHAMPAGNE is the greatest beverage in the world! And when we say...

Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi's Four Seasons & More

Dec162025

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never before in Louisville. Get your tickets...