Annual Festivals & Events
From an award-winning festival city
Louisville knows how to party (and host a festival)!
In fact, the whole world knows.
In addition to hosting the longest running annual sporting event in America (the Kentucky Derby), Louisville became one of the first cities in the world to be recognized as a TOP festival and event city.
The International Festivals & Events Association named Louisville a "best festival city" for its various events and how the community supports them.
Find out yourself by exploring one of the many happenings going on throughout the year.
Annual Festivals & Events
- Abbey Road on the River
- Ali Festival
- Americana World Festival
- The Big Stomp
- Brew at the Zoo & Wine, Too!
- Jeffersontown Beer Festival
- Kentuckiana Pride Festival
- Kentucky Craft Bash
- Kentucky Shakespeare Festival
- Kentucky State Fair
- Mayor’s Hike, Bike & Paddle
- NSRA Street Rod Nationals Plus
- Old Fashioned Fortnight
- Old Lou Craft Beer Festival
- Waterfront Independence Festival
- World Championship of Dainty
- World Championship Horse Show
- Belknap Festival
- Boo at the Zoo
- Bourbon & Beyond
- Garvin Gate Blues Festival
- Jack O’ Lantern Spectacular
- Louder Than Life
- Louisville’s International Festival of Film
- Louisville Pride Festival
- Jeffersontown Gaslight Festival
- Mayor’s Hike, Bike & Paddle
- National Bourbon Heritage Month
- National Jug Band Jubilee
- North American Livestock Exposition & Championship Rodeo
- NuLu Festival
- Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom
- St. James Court Art Show
- Urban Bourbon Half Marathon
- WorldFest
Upcoming Festivals
Floral Frenzy
937 Phillips Lane
Louisville, Kentucky 40209
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Experience color in motion as we celebrate the transition from spring to summertime in Louisville. Kentucky Kingdom's Floral Frenzy festival commemorates the...
Much Ado About Nothing - Kentucky Shakespeare Festival
1340 South Fourth Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
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Much Ado About Nothing - Kentucky Shakespeare Festival
“Thou and I are too wise to woo peaceably.” The 65th season kicks off with one of the greatest romantic comedies ever written. It’s a battle of wits, and love...
Whiskey Row Car Show
100 East Main Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Real Steel on Whiskey Row 2025. Back again! If you were there last year, you know the vibe! We're ready to take it to the next level this year!June 14th, 2025...
Sky Soul Festival
231 E. Witherspoon St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Prepare for an enchanting experience as the Sky Soul Festival graces Waterfront Park in Downtown Louisville, KY, brought to you by Sky Foundation. This eagerly...
2025 Philippines Independence Day Celebration
411 S. Fourth St., Ste. 180
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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2025 Philippines Independence Day Celebration
The Philippines Independence Day Celebration will feature local food trucks and food vendors with delicious cuisine from various areas of the Philippines,...
Ancestors Dream - Juneteenth Celebration
411 S Fourth Street\r\n411 S Fourth Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Ancestors Dream - Juneteenth Celebration
Juneteenth is for us, by us—a celebration of freedom, resilience, and Black excellence. This is our place to honor that legacy while showcasing the best of...
Hamlet - Kentucky Shakespeare Festival
1340 South Fourth Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
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Hamlet - Kentucky Shakespeare Festival
“Something is rotten in the state of Denmark.” Shakespeare’s unparalleled masterpiece is a haunting tale of corruption, betrayal, and revenge. Follow Hamlet...
Pride Weekend Kick-Off Celebration
1117 Bardstown Rd
Louisville, Kentucky 40204
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Pride Weekend Kick-Off Celebration
The 9th Annual Kentuckiana Pride Foundation (KPF) Pride Weekend Kick-Off Celebration is scheduled for Thursday, June 19, 2025, at 7:00 PM (Eastern) at Chill...
Love & Pride '25 Neon Fantasy Dance Party
1101 E Washington St
Louisville, Kentucky 40206
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Love & Pride '25 Neon Fantasy Dance Party
Back and by popular demand join us on Friday, June 20 at Play Louisville Dance Bar for the Love & Pride ‘25 Neon Fantasy Dance Party. Get those neon...
Hotel Takeover Pride Edition Myriad Hotel
1117 Bardstown Rd
Louisville, Kentucky 40204
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Hotel Takeover Pride Edition Myriad Hotel
Kentuckiana Pride Foundation is excited to announce our upcoming NEW Hotel Takeover Pride Edition event at the Myriad Hotel and in celebration of our 25 years...
Kentuckiana Pride Festival & Parade
1101 River Rd.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Kentuckiana Pride Festival & Parade
One of the largest LGBTQ+ events in Kentucky! An estimated 20,000+ people join us to celebrate the LGBTQ+ Community with an annual parade, vendor marketplace,...
Sonic Solstice Music Festival
8023 Catherine Ln #105, Louisville, KY 40222
Louisville, Kentucky 40222
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Celebrate the Summer Solstice with us on June 21, 2025 at Holsopple Brewing for a day of nonstop music, great beer, tasty food, and all around fun. Bring your...