Louisville is gearing up to host an exciting lineup of events to celebrate the arrival of spring. Whether your ideal weekend involves listening to live music, admiring local art, or watching baby goats race (YES, you read that correctly), there’s plenty of fun to be had around town this month!
Through March 2, 2025: Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Enter a world of splendor, romance, glitz, grandeur, and glory. Directed by Tony Award® winner Alex Timbers, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is a theatrical celebration of truth, beauty, freedom, and love. Showtimes vary for the two-hour-and-35-minute musical at The Kentucky Center. To see the complete performance schedule and purchase tickets, visit louisville.broadway.com.
March 1, 2025: Tailspin Ale Fest
Sample beers from 50+ breweries around the Commonwealth during this annual event at Bowman Field. While VIP tickets are sold out, general admission tickets for 3 p.m. entry are still available for $60 plus tax and fees. Your ticket includes a souvenir tasting cup, access to more than 250 beers, live music, photo opportunities, and more. tailspinalefest.com
March 1, 2025: Late Night at the Speed Art Museum Ball
Enjoy late-night dancing, desserts, and music at the after-party of the Speed Art Museum’s annual fundraiser. Live music by “The Best Kept Secret” begins at 9 p.m. White or black tie attire is required. Tickets are $250. speedmuseum.org
March 5, 2025: Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock Live!
Join Gobo, Red, Mokey, Wembley, and Boober Fraggle on their adventures as they discover a legend about a long-lost Fraggle treasure called the Celebration Stone. The Louisville Palace doors open at 6 p.m. for the 7 p.m. show. Tickets start at $46.50. concerts.livenation.com
March 6, 2025: The Moth’s Louisville GrandSLAM Championship
Hear winners from previous open-mic StorySLAMs tell their tales during the Louisville storytelling championship. The Kentucky Center event begins at 8 p.m., and tickets are $40. tickets.kentuckyperformingarts.org
March 8, 2025: Pack the Sack
Support Blessings in a Backpack at The Olmstead from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The night includes entertainment, a silent auction, a bourbon pull, and dinner prepared by award-winning Louisville chefs, including Josh Moore of Volare, James Moran of Bob’s Steak and Chop House, and Best Baker in America winner Jackie Joseph. Individual tickets are $225. louisville.blessingsinabackpack.org
March 8, 2025: Ancient Order of Hibernians St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Join thousands of Louisvillians as they celebrate the Irish spirit at this free, public annual parade. The fun begins at 3 p.m. on the corner of Broadway and Baxter, continues down Bardstown Road, and then ends at Windsor Place. For additional details, visit the event’s Facebook page.
March 9, 2025: At The Table
Enjoy a four-course meal created by Decade’s head chefs Matt Johnson and Andy Myers at The Courier Journal‘s third At The Table dinner. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., the exclusive event features chef interaction as well as a Q&A during dinner. Tickets are $100. usatn.enmotive.com
March 16, 2025: Basics of Chocolate Making Workshop
See Jennifer Simpson, founder and creative mastermind behind Oldham County Small Batch Chocolate, demonstrate her chocolate-making process. During this hands-on workshop, each participant gets to hand dip spring-themed treats to enjoy at home. The workshop runs from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., and tickets start at $50. yewdellgardens.org
March 19, 2025: Shamrock Showdown Trivia
Test your luck for your chance to win a pot of gold at this Louisville Zoo after-hours event. Participants can enjoy music, prizes, and, of course, trivia! Food and drink specials are available as well. Ages 21 and older are welcome. Doors open at 6:30, and trivia begins at 7 p.m. Individual tickets are $25, and discounts are available for teams of four or eight. louisvillezoo.org
March 22, 2025: Nature & Gelli Plate Printmaking
Delve into the world of Gelli plate printmaking during this two-hour class at Bernheim Forest. From 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., participants use nature’s textures and patterns to create one-of-a-kind art pieces. Admission is $45 for members or $55 for non-members. bernheim.org
March 22, 2025: NuLu Bock & Wurst Fest
Commemorate the eighth year of Louisville’s bock beer celebrations. From noon to 6 p.m., watch adult and baby goats race and sip on bock beer brews while enjoying live music and other family-friendly activities in the NuLu neighborhood. Admission is free. nulu.org
March 22, 2025: Louisville City FC Home Opener
Cheer on Lou City at Lynn Family Stadium as they challenge Loudon United during the first home game of the season. Kickoff is at 4 p.m. Tickets start at $19 and can be purchased via Seat Geek.
March 23, 2025: Art in City Hall Exhibition: Winter Into Spring
Browse paint, glass, and sculpture pieces by 15 Louisville-area artists at Art in City Hall’s newest exhibition. From 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., attendees can meet the artists and enjoy a portrait demonstration by award-winning artist John Michael Carter. Admission to this Prospect City Hall event is free. To see a list of participating artists, check out this Instagram post.
March 29, 2025: Women in American Whiskey
Celebrate Women’s History Month by learning about women’s influential role in American whiskey with a guided tasting from bourbon author and authority Susan Reigler. Tickets are $50 per person and include light bites and tastings in the library at Oxmoor Farm at 5 p.m. Cocktails and bottles are available for purchase after the tasting. oxmoorbourbon.com
Have a magnificent March, Louisville!
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