Celebrate Louisville's Official Cocktail June 1-14
As the official cocktail of the city of Louisville, the Old Fashioned has a special place in the heart of Bourbon City.
Every year, from June 1-14, we celebrate the libation during Old Fashioned Fortnight. We shine a spotlight on the spirited Bourbon concoction with special exhibits, events, cocktail classes, dinners and more.
Learn more about the classic cocktail's history and learn to make one yourself below.
14 Ways to Celebrate the Old Fashioned
June 1-14
The Life and Legacy of Tom Bullock
Learn the history of Louisville's Ideal Bartender, Tom Bullock
Learn to make Louisville’s official cocktail with a shot of history.
Urban Bourbon Trail
Explore Louisville's Top Bourbon Bars and Award-Winning Culinary Scene
Learn MoreBeary Happy Holiday at the Louisville Zoo 2025
1100 Trevilian Way
Louisville, Kentucky 40213
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Beary Happy Holiday at the Louisville Zoo 2025
Join us this holiday season for a PAWsome celebration: Beary Happy Holidays. Throughout December, we’re transforming areas of your Zoo into a winter...
Shining a Light: Iconic Women
144 N. 6th St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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The 11th annual Shining a Light documentary-style photography exhibition focuses on iconic women of the world and how they do well for themselves, their...
Love and Marriage Exhibit
829 W. Main St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Opening in April 2025, Love & Marriage will explore themes related to courtship, love, and wedding traditions in Kentucky over the last 150 years. This...
The Lodge Holiday Pop Up
722 W. Main St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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This winter, Trial+Error transforms into The Lodge — a cozy holiday pop-up filled with festive cocktails, twinkling lights, and that unmistakable warmth of...
Downtown Derby City Food & History Tour
KFC Yum! Center Pepsi Plaza, 1 Arena Plaza
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Downtown Derby City Food & History Tour
Take a delicious stroll through the heart of downtown Louisville! As you stroll along iconic Whiskey Row and Museum Row, you’ll enjoy classic dishes and drinks...
Fête de Noël
731 Brent St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40204
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Start your newest holiday season tradition at Paristown’s annual Fête De Noël ("Festival of Christmas") Winter Holiday Festival, a 6-week winter wonderland...
Cookies with Captain Santa
401 W. River Rd.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Take a cruise with Saint Nick during Cookies with Captain Santa! Come aboard as the Mary M. Miller transforms into a winter wonderland for you and your family...
Secrets of Louisville Food & History Tour
636 E Main St
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Secrets of Louisville Food & History Tour
This walking tour tells the story of Louisville and Kentucky through its cuisine. As you explore urban NuLu and historic Butchertown, you’ll taste Kentucky and...
Holiday Tea Time
133 West Market St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Hotel Bourré Bonne’s upcoming Afternoon Tea Service offers an elegant and festive experience in the Lobby Bar each weekend between Thanksgiving and Christmas....
The Brown-Forman Nutcracker
501 W. Main St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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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...
Merry at the Marriott
280 W. Jefferson St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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This holiday season, step into a magical Winter Wonderland as our iconic lobby bar transforms into Merry at the Marriott. From festive décor to spirited...
Candlelight Christmas Tour
1402 St. James Ct.
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
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Step inside Louisville’s grandest Victorian mansion and experience the sights and sounds of the season. From December 19–21, the Conrad-Caldwell House will...
