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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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15 events happening in Louisville this January

From garden and home shows to dinosaur adventures, the Harlem Globetrotters, and a chocolate fest, here’s what you can’t miss this January in Bourbon City.

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Swan Lake

Feb272026

Witness the legendary story of tragic love in one of the most iconic ballets of all time. Widely considered the pinnacle of classical ballet, set to...

WWE Friday Night Smackdown

Feb272026

Get ready for an electrifying night of action as WWE Friday Night SmackDown takes over the KFC Yum! Center! Witness your favorite WWE Superstars battle it out...

Urban Bush Women: This is Risk

Feb272026

Founded in 1984 by choreographer Jawole Willa Jo Zollar, Urban Bush Women (UBW), is a Brooklyn-based performance ensemble and dance company. UBW seeks to bring...

The 13th Gravy Cup

Feb282026

Join us on Saturday, February 28th, 2026, from 9am-12pm (8:30am-12pm for VIP)! More than 30 amateur and professional chefs will present their best gravy recipe...

Rooted in Black History: The Inaugural Black History Gala

Feb282026

Step into an unforgettable evening honoring the strength, brilliance, and legacy of Black history. ROOTED IN BLACK HISTORY: The Inaugural Black History Gala is...

The Oz Experience in Louisville, KY: Escape the Wicked Glitch!

Mar012026

Step into the land of Oz like never before with this immersive, outdoor escape-room-style adventure. Guided by your smartphone, you’ll journey through 12...

LaVelle Smith Jr. - Legacy In Motion: From Kentucky To Pop Icons

Mar052026

Kentucky to the World and Kentucky Performing Arts invite you to step into the rhythm of Kentucky’s global impact with LaVelle Smith Jr. - Legacy In Motion:...

Lucy Darling: VIVA

Mar052026

Award-winning performer Carisa Hendrix stars as charming socialite and cocktail enthusiast Lucy Darling as she delivers her vivacious vagabond variety show...

Boys 4 Life Tour featuring B2K & Bow Wow

Mar062026

The moment fans have been eagerly anticipating has finally arrived. After two decades, one of the most iconic R&B groups, B2K, who are celebrating their...

Winter Jam '26

Mar072026

Winter Jam returns to the KFC Yum! Center on Saturday, March 7 with Chris Tomlin, Matthew West, Katy Nichole, Hulvey, Disciple, Emerson Day, New Song, and...

STAGED READING SERIES: Blood To Drink by Maggie Lou Rader

Mar072026

BLOOD TO DRINK - STAGED READING & TALKBACKby Maggie Lou RaderGet ready for a darkly comic journey into history with BLOOD TO DRINK, a powerful new play by...

STAGED READING SERIES - Blood To Drink by Maggie Lou Rader

Mar082026

BLOOD TO DRINK - EXCERPT READING & INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPby Maggie Lou RaderGet ready for a darkly comic journey into history with BLOOD TO DRINK, a powerful...