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
- 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
- Butchertown Oktoberfest
- Garvin Gate Blues Festival
- Jack O’ Lantern Spectacular
- Louder Than Life
- Louisville Beer Week
- 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
- St. James Court Art Show
- Urban Bourbon Half Marathon
- WorldFest
Upcoming Festivals
Nomadness Fest
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Nomadness Fest is a weekend for travelers of color, and our allies! Bringing our stories, leaders, resources and community together in one place. Through...
Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom
937 Phillips Lane
Louisville, Kentucky 40209
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Glow BIG during Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom! By day, fly through the crisp fall air on world-class rides, savor tasty autumn treats and discover new seasonal...
St. James Court Art Show
1402 St. James Ct.
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
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The St. James Court Art Show® is a juried fine arts and contemporary crafts show featuring over 700 artists from around the U.S. held among the country’s...
Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom
937 Phillips Lane
Louisville, Kentucky 40209
Details
Open in Google Maps
Glow BIG during Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom! By day, fly through the crisp fall air on world-class rides, savor tasty autumn treats and discover new seasonal...
St. James Court Art Show
1402 St. James Ct.
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
Details
Open in Google Maps
The St. James Court Art Show® is a juried fine arts and contemporary crafts show featuring over 700 artists from around the U.S. held among the country’s...
Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom
937 Phillips Lane
Louisville, Kentucky 40209
Details
Open in Google Maps
Glow BIG during Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom! By day, fly through the crisp fall air on world-class rides, savor tasty autumn treats and discover new seasonal...
St. James Court Art Show
1402 St. James Ct.
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
Details
Open in Google Maps
The St. James Court Art Show® is a juried fine arts and contemporary crafts show featuring over 700 artists from around the U.S. held among the country’s...
Lou502 Tequila Fest
1860 Mellwood Ave
Louisville, Kentucky 40206
Details
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Come join us at the LOU502 Tequila Fest 2023 for a day filled with tequila, music, and good vibes! Get ready to sip on the finest tequilas while enjoying the...
Garvin Gate Blues Festival
500 W Oak Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40203
Details
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Garvin Gate Blues Festival is a FREE annual arts and music event featuring national and local performers alike. A celebration of both the blues and the arts,...
Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom
937 Phillips Lane
Louisville, Kentucky 40209
Details
Open in Google Maps
Glow BIG during Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom! By day, fly through the crisp fall air on world-class rides, savor tasty autumn treats and discover new seasonal...
Garvin Gate Blues Festival
500 W Oak Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40203
Details
Open in Google Maps
Garvin Gate Blues Festival is a FREE annual arts and music event featuring national and local performers alike. A celebration of both the blues and the arts,...
Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom
937 Phillips Lane
Louisville, Kentucky 40209
Details
Open in Google Maps
Glow BIG during Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom! By day, fly through the crisp fall air on world-class rides, savor tasty autumn treats and discover new seasonal...