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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30+ Derby Parties & Events to Attend in Louisville

Enjoy the glitz, glamour & fun at these 30+ Kentucky Derby-themed parties and events.

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LouGrass Sessions: Kentucky Blue

May312025

LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky MusicEnjoy free Bluegrass by Kentucky Blue on Saturday, May 31st from 5:00-7:00PM at TAJ. If you want the best in KY...

Ali Fest Carnival

Jun012025

The Muhammad Ali Center will be free to the public on Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. for our Ali Fest Carnival, sponsored by Passport by Molina...

Funniest Person In Louisville contest

Jun012025

The Funniest Person In Louisville contest returns for 2025. Standup comics from across the region compete to be named Louisville's funniest and the audience...

Dance Gavin Dance: Return Of The Robot Tour with special guests The Home Team, Belmont, and Dwellings

Jun032025

Dance Gavin Dance is an American post-hardcore band from Sacramento, California, formed in 2005. The current lineup includes unclean vocalist Jon Mess, lead...

Kids Cruise

Jun042025

The Ohio River is fun for everyone! Enjoy free Adventure Passports and activities on our most family-friendly cruise. And because it is a tradition, every...

Louisville's Black Avant-Garde: Gloucester Caliman (G.C.) Coxe

Jun052025

The third in the Louisville’s Black Avant-Garde series, this exhibition will focus on G.C. Coxe, “the Dean of African American artists in Louisville.” In 1955,...

LouGrass Sessions: Louisville Bluegrass Band

Jun052025

LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky MusicEnjoy free Bluegrass by the Louisville Bluegrass Band on Thursday, June 5th from 7:00-9:00PM at Cambria Hotel Whiskey...

Panchiko

Jun052025

Get ready for an unforgettable night as Panchiko takes the stage at the Mercury Ballroom on June 5th! Known for their unique blend of indie rock, shoegaze, and...

JAZZ IN JEANS

Jun062025

This is 50 year plus celebration of jazz, friends, high schools in Louisville. If you went to high in the 1970s, come out and party with us. Break out your...

LouGrass Sessions: Song Sparrows

Jun062025

LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky MusicEnjoy free Bluegrass by the Song Sparrows on Friday, June 6th from 6:00-8:00 PM at TAJ. The Song Sparrows is a local...

Racing City FC vs. Utah Royals

Jun062025

Racing Louisville FC is our city's top-tier professional sports team playing in the National Women’s Soccer League. Racing both features members of the U.S....

#ThrowbackThursday

Jun062025

Pay “vintage” prices to come aboard the vintage Belle of Louisville, then kick back and rock out to your favorite throwback tunes from the 1970s to early...