13 Louisville Events & Happenings: February 2026
In the wake of Winter Storm Fern, this February will be one to remember. From Black History exhibitions to unforgettable stage performances, there's plenty to look forward to in the coming weeks! Image: Facebook / Bourbon Classic
February may be a short month, but there’s no shortage of fun to be had around Louisville. With everything from Black History exhibitions to beer events and candlelight hikes, there are plenty of unique opportunities to get out and explore the city. Here’s how to make the most of the month!
February 7, 2026: Big Beers 2026 at West Sixth NuLu
Join Louisville beer lovers at this annual tasting event. From 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., guests are welcome to sample some of West Sixth’s biggest, boldest, and booziest brews. Tickets start at $18, plus taxes and fees, and include five 5-ounce pours, as well as a tasting glass to keep. westsixth.com
February 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2026: Black History Month Film Series
Attend this free film series, which is open to the public and presented in partnership with UofL’s HSC Office of Health Equity and Engagement. Films include Zora Neale Hurston: Claiming A Space, The Woman King, Critical Condition: Health in Black America, and Little Richard: I Am Everything. A panel discussion led by UofL faculty follows each movie. lfpl.org
February 7 – 22, 2026: Louisville Jewish Film Festival
View 11 top-rated, thought-provoking films during this 28th annual event. The festival includes both in-person and virtual showings as well as special programs, including an opening-night event. Times and locations vary. Tickets start at $12. jewishlouisville.org
February 10 – 15, 2026: The Great Gatsby
Step into the classic American novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald via this Tony Award®-winning new musical that follows an unforgettable journey of love, wealth, and tragedy during the Roaring ’20s. Performance times vary, and tickets are available at louisville.broadway.com.
February 13 & 14, 2026: Valentine’s Candlelit Hike
Let candles light your way on a stroll under the stars this Galentine’s or Valentine’s Day. Warm up around the fire afterward, or head indoors to visit reptiles while enjoying snacks and drinks. Ages 18 and older are welcome. The event runs from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; tickets are $22 for Louisville Nature Center members or $30 for non-members. louisvillenaturecenter.org
February 13 – 15, 2026: Valentine’s Cocktail Class
Celebrate the season of love at Liquor Lab’s Valentine’s Day cocktail experience. Classes are designed to put the pour into amour and capture the essence of romance. Guided by expert mixologists, every class is filled with pro techniques, new flavors, and a little bit of love served on ice. Times vary, and classes start at $75 per person. sevenrooms.com
February 14, 2026: Cody Johnson Live
Spend Valentine’s Day with Cody Johnson, Scotty McCreery, and Carter Faith at this one-night-only event at the KFC Yum! Center. Doors open at 6:30 and the concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $91. kfcyumcenter.com
February 21, 2026: Lunar New Year Dinner & Auction
Celebrate the year of the fire horse at the Crane House’s biggest fundraiser of the year! The gala features a silent auction, canapés, dinner, a cocktail tasting, special entertainment, and more. The party starts at 5:30 p.m., and tickets are $298 per person. crane-house.org
February 21 – 26, 2026: USA Olympics Winter Cup and Elite Team Cup
Watch the qualifying event for the 2026 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships at the Kentucky International Convention Center. The Winter Cup also culminates in the selection of the Women’s and Men’s Senior National Teams, which are named following the competition. The Elite Team Cup features nine men’s Regional Teams, each consisting of six junior elite gymnasts. Tickets start at $40. wintercup.com
February 24, 2026: The Moth StorySLAM: Love Hurts
Listen to tales about the agony of deferred love, the misery of good love gone bad, and the anguish of one-way love. Speakers tell stories of hearts being kicked to the curb by the people, places, or things they’ve loved. Doors open at 7 p.m., and stories begin at 8 p.m. Tickets are available starting at 3 p.m. on February 3. themoth.org
February 25 – 28, 2026: Bourbon Classic
Experience the very best in bourbon, culinary arts, and cocktails at this annual event. Through exclusive tastings, interactive workshops, and unique experiences, guests explore the depth of Kentucky’s bourbon heritage while connecting with distillers, chefs, and master mixologists who define bourbon excellence. Times and ticket prices vary by event. bourbonclassic.com
February 27 & 28, 2026: Louisville Ballet’s Swan Lake
Witness the legendary story of tragic love in one of the most iconic ballets of all time. Widely considered the pinnacle of classical ballet and set to Tchaikovsky’s heartwrenching score, Swan Lake tells the spellbinding tale of two star-crossed souls and the evil forces that come between them. Performance times vary, and tickets are available at louisvilleballet.org.
February 28, 2026: The Gravy Cup
Satisfy your gravy cravings while supporting Boys & Girls Haven at the world’s largest biscuits and gravy competition at Slugger Field. More than 30 professional chefs and home cooks showcase their best gravy recipes, and attendees vote for their favorite recipe. General admission is $55, and the event runs from 9 a.m. to noon. gravycup.com
Have a fabulous February, Louisville!
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Lennie Omalza
Originally from Hawaii, Lennie Omalza is a Louisville-based freelance writer of over 18 years. Lennie is a yoga-loving foodie who travels as often as she can and enjoys writing about food, homes, and weddings. You can find more of Lennie's work at Eater, Hawaii Home & Remodeling, and The Louisville Courier-Journal.