Masonic Homes of Kentucky will host the Not-So-Newlywed Game on Tuesday, July 25. Based on the 1970s television show, the Newlywed Game, the event will put popular couples in our community against each other for a night of laughs, jabs and “oh my”s. This fundraiser supports Sproutlings Pediatric Day Care & Preschool – the only daycare
Louisville Events & Happenings
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Jul 17-28: So You Want to be a Designer Summer Camp
Campers are taught an array of important skills like sewing and pattern-making so they can bring their fashion design visions to life at camp. Here’s what you can expect from two weeks in Fashion: Learn to sew and use patterns, use mood boards, sketches and illustrations, understand how clothing fits on the human body, create
Jul 18-27: Louisville Bespoke Summer Sewing Series
In the Summer Sewing Series you will learn the fundamentals of sewing. Here’s what you can expect from two weeks in Sewing Series: Learn basic sewing skills, sewing machine & tool basics, sewing seams, learn how to read patterns, learn to cut fabric and basic garment construction, and have fun! louisvillebespoke.com
Jul 26: Mint Julep Tours Southern Supper Series – Chicken Fried
Join Mint Julep Tours for themed progressive dinners inspired by the South’s most famous suppers. Hop around the city’s best restaurants for a spirited food tour with three expertly-crafted dishes from top chefs during this summer’s Southern Supper Series. This month’s theme is Chicken Fried. Fried chicken is a Kentucky staple. You’ll meet at Silver
Jul 26: Waterfront Wednesday
It’s time again for the WFPK Waterfront Wednesday Concert Series. July’s free concert on the Big Four Lawn will feature music from Strand of Oaks, Low Cut Lonnie and The Zach Longoria Project. Grab your chairs and blankets, pack a snack and head down to the riverfront to enjoy an evening of music. wfpk.org
July 27: Misters for MS
Misters for MS is a tall, dark and handsome fundraiser benefiting the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The mission is bold: a world free of MS. The bachelors are bolder, helping the MS society auction off some highly sought after experiences. Individual tickets are $65. Runway sponsorships, with seats for 8 are $750. The event will
Jul 29: Lasgna for Little Ones
July 29 is National Lasagna Day and Birracibo is celebrating with a Fund-Raising Spectacle to benefit Stage One on Saturday, July 29. Chef Jenn Jewel will fill your tummies with four of the most delicious lasagnas known to man. There will be a classic Italian Lasagna that chef Jenn will add a twist or two
Jul 29: An Evening with Ben Sollee at Woodford Reserve
On Saturday, July 29, Woodford Reserve Distillery is bringing the sounds of renowned cellist and Woodford Reserve Artist-in-Residence, Ben Sollee, in an intimate dinner setting. Enjoy Woodford Reserve Cocktails beginning at 6 p.m., a private evening tour of the Distillery, beginning at 6:30 p.m.; and a farm-to-table dinner under the stars as you are serenaded
Fridays in July: Friday Night Live at Woodford Reserve
Spend a summer evening enjoying bourbon, tours and live music at the Woodford Reserve Distillery. Every Friday Night in July, Woodford Reserve is extending their hours and tours to let you experience a different side of the distillery. Each evening there will be tours, live music, small bites and other dinner options as well as
Jul 30: Taste of Independents
The third annual Taste of Independents benefitting Apron Inc. will take place on Sunday, July 30 from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. at The Olmsted. Tickets are $50 in advance or $60 at the door. The event benefits employees on the independent service industry who find themselves in financial need through no fault of their
Jul 30: Soul Cleanse Festival
The Soul Cleanse Festival is a unique opportunity to deepen your practice by stretching your mind, body and spirit. Over 10 regional teachers will be leading workshops and classes focusing on postures, different yoga styles, meditation and yoga philosophy. The festival will take place on Sunday, July 30 from 9:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. Tickets
July 6 – August 5: Beauty and the Beast
Head to Bardstown, Kentucky sometime before July’s end to take in The Stephen Foster Story’s Production of ‘Beauty and the Beast’. You can catch a showing of this “tale as old as time” every Thursday and Saturday in July and during the first week of August. Tickets are start at $20 for adults, $11 for
through Oct 14: Southern Accent: Seeking the American South in Contemporary Art
The first contemporary art exhibition to question and explore in-depth the complex and contested space of the American South is heading to the Speed Art Museum’s North Building April 30 through October 14. This exhibition investigates the many realities, fantasies and myths that have long captured the public’s imagination and presents a wide range of
Aug 2: Poetry Sessions: Ekphrasis
On Wednesday, August 2, explore the art of poetry with Dr. Kristi Maxwell through the practice of ekphrasis at KMAC Museum. Participants will use the current exhibition Thread Lines as inspiration for creating thier own ekphrastic poem. The session, in partnership with the Commonwealth Center for the Humanities and Society, is for people of all
Aug 3: Fork + Bottle: Wild Turkey
Do you love a fine wine? Craft beer? Sipping bourbon? Then Proof on Main’s Fork + Bottle dinner series is just the thing for you! This month, Wild Turkey is partnering with Proof for a three-course dinner with bourbon pairings. The evening will kick off with a reception and passes canapés, followed by dinner with
Aug 4: 97.5 Q’d Up Concert Series: RaeLynn
Q 103.1 is hosting another night of up-close access to country artists at their next installment of their Q’d Up Summer Concert Series. The free show takes place at Baxter’s 942 in the Highlands. This month’s show will feature The Voice alumn RaeLynn. Pre-party starts at 4 p.m.; with meet and greet lasting until 6
Aug 4: Westport Village Sunset Concert Series – Kudmani
Kudmani is Louisville’s premiere show band that is a three-time winner of Knot and Wedding Wire’s band of the year award. Family Scholar House will be holding their annual backpack drive to help send their 215 families back to school with everything they need. Attendees are encouraged to bring backpacks, pens, pencils and other school
Aug 5: Saint Matthews Street Festival
On August 5th from 11am -10pm, Frankfort Avenue between Lexington Road and Bauer Avenue will be transformed into one of the best street festivals in Louisville! You’ll find bands, food, vendors, and activities for both adults and children. Showcased will be area retailers, restaurants, and live entertainment. Family fun and activities include the free Kids
Aug 5: Reach Out for Kosair Kids
The 6th and final Reach Out for Kosair Kids will take place on Saturday, August 5 at the Cave City Convention Center in Cave City, Kentucky. Admission to the family-friendly event is free. Kids 18 and under are welcome to play games to win tricycles, bicycles, XBox gaming systems, portable basketball goals and many more
Aug 7 – 11: Louisville Design Week
Louisville comes together for a week-long celebration of its creative community once a year through the annual AIGA Louisville Design Week. This week us used every year to recharge and realign the future of the Commonwealth. Get ready for five consecutive days of lectures, workshops and meet-ups all dedicated to celebrating and inspiring. louisville.aiga.org
Aug 10: Margaritas in the Ville
Kick back at Captain’s Quarters Riverside Grille for LEO Weekly’s 5th annual Margaritas in the ‘Ville contest presented by El Jimador Tequila on Thursday, August 10. Everyone will receive a sampling card to try a margarita from each participant, and your vote will decide the People’s Choice award. Because what’s better than enjoying a few margaritas
Aug 12: Purplestride
Wage Hope in the fight against pancreatic cancer at the inaugural PurpleStride Louisville event held on Saturday, August 12 at The Parklands of Floyds Fork at Beckley Creek Park. The timed 5K and awareness walk is aimed at fostering hope and inspiration while raising funds, awareness and support for pancreatic cancer. The event will feature
Through August 13: Kentucky Shakespeare Festival
For 11 weeks in the summer (through August 13), Kentucky Shakespeare presents Shakespeare in the Park. All shows are free to the public, with the pre-show starting at 7:15 p.m. and the production starts at 8 p.m. These theatrical performances run all summer long in Central Park in Old Louisville. They will present the following plays:
Aug 17-27: Kentucky State Fair
It’s that time of the year again — time to celebrate all things Kentucky at the Kentucky State Fair. The 11-day festival celebrates local and statewide heritage with blue ribbon competitions and special exhibits. Don’t forget those main stage concerts and carnival rides, too. There’s fun to be had for the whole family. Tickets are available
Aug 18-20: Discover Nashville with Garden & Gun
Garden & Gun is offering a chance to experience Nashville’s rich music culture, culinary events and behind-the-scenes access. Weekend packages are being offered through the Omni Nashville Hotel, with room rates starting at $273 a night, plus tax. The full package, which includes the Garden & Gun weekend pass is $750 per person and includes
Aug 19: Bourbon Country Boil
Woodford Reserve’s Summer Dinner Series Finale pays tribute to the old souther “Low Country Boil” with a Kentucky twist. Enjoy an evening of Woodford Reserve cocktails, Distillery tours and a fun, interactive culinary experience that perfectly completes your summer calendar – infusing the complex flavor profiles of Woodford Reserve into your low country boil favorites.
Aug 20 & 22: Varanese 10th Anniversary
Varanese is turning 10 and wants to celebrate with you! To honor it’s 10th anniversary, they will host a free party on August 20th, featuring live music, artist demonstrations, drink and menu specials, complimentary cake and a champagne toast. Additionally on August 22, a 5-course retrospective dinner featuring favorite menu items from the past 10
Aug 21: Solar Eclipse and Bourbon Sips
Mint Julep Tours will offer a one-of-a-kind experience to see the 2017 total solar eclipse Aug. 21. Solar Eclipse & Bourbon Sips ventures to Hopkinsville, Kentucky for an unmatched viewing opportunity for the first total solar eclipse in nearly four decades. The trip includes comfortable transportation from Louisville to MB Roland Distillery for a tour
Aug 23: Mint Julep Tours Southern Supper Series – Butter My Biscuit
Who doesn’t love biscuits? Join Mint Julep Tours for themed progressive dinners inspired by the South’s most famous suppers. Hop around the city’s best restaurants for a spirited food tour with three expertly-crafted dishes from top chefs during this summer’s Southern Supper Series. This month’s theme is Butter My Biscuit. Start at Le Moo for
Aug 23: Kentucky to the World Republic Bank Foundation Speaker Series, in Collaboration with The Kentucky Center, Features Elizabeth Mayhew
Join Kentucky to the World as style expert and Louisville native Elizabeth Mayhew, currently the Brand Editor for Reese Witherspoon’s Southern-inspired brand Draper James, a contributing editor at NBC’s Today Show, and a popular monthly columnist for The Washington Post, shares how being Kentucky born and raised has helped propel her success in some unexpected
Aug 26: Brew at the Zoo
Are you ready for one of the most popular events of the summer? It’s time again for Brew at the Zoo, which sold out in one hour last year. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, August 26 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will be tastings of craft beers, food, a silent auction, animal
Aug 26: Louisville on the Lawn
The Conrad-Caldwell house Museum will host a chic, pop-up picnic on the lawn of the 130-year old mansion. Partygoers, dressed all in white, are invited to bring a picnic supper to enjoy while they listen to live jazz music. There will be awards for Best Dressed in White and Best Decorated Table. The event will
Aug 27: JCC Generation to Generation Celebration
The Jewish Community Center is hosting the “From Generation to Generation” celebration and awards ceremony on Sunday, August 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the renovated Louisville Marriott East. The celebration will include Heaven Hill sponsored cocktails, a delectable 3-course dinner, dancing through each decade’s classics with Dj Coxx, an opportunity to have a family portrait
Aug 30: Waterfront Wednesday
It’s time again for the WFPK Waterfront Wednesday Concert Series. August’s free concert on the Big Four Lawn will feature music from White Reaper, James Lindsey and In Lightning. Grab your chairs and blankets, pack a snack and head down to the riverfront to enjoy an evening of music. wfpk.org
Sep 7: Craft Beer Throwdown
The 1st Anual Craft Beer Throwdown will be held at Bowman Field on Thursday, September 7th from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. For a $20 donation, attendees can taste exclusive and regular favorites from six local breweries and enjoy food trucks and entertainment. Proceeds will benefit the Coalition for the Homeless and its efforts to
Sep 8-10: Petefest
PeteFest is a music festival fundraiser for depression prevention awareness. The festival will host over 30 local and regional bands. For more information, such as ticket prices, go to petefest.thepetefoundation.org!
Sep 8: Westport Village Sunset Concert Series – Porch Possums
Two-time winner of the Best Bluegrass Band South of Goose Creek, the Porch Possums play all kinds of music, but generally work around bluegrass, folk, blues and gospel. Throughout the evening, Norton Children’s Hospital Foundation will be collecting donations to stock their Secret Santa Shop for kids and their parents. Everyone who donates from the
Sep 9: CQ Jam for WaterStep
The 6th Annual CQ Jam for WaterStep will be held at Captain’s Quarters Riverside Grille on Saturday, September 9 from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. The fundraiser will benefit WaterStep, a local organization that works to save lives around the world with safe water, and will feature 9 full hours of entertainment, including a performance
Sep 9-10: Big Four Bridge Arts Festival
Each year, The Big Four Bridge Arts Festival invites guests to start the weekend of fine art, food and entertainment with the Big Four Bridge Arts Festival Preview Party. Guests for this one night only event have exclusive access to the entire Big Four Arts Festival to view the art of the guest artists, enjoy
Sep 15: Waterfront Botanical Gardens Groundbreaking Ceremony
The wait is finally over! Join Waterfront Botanical Gardens, state and local figures and other WBG supporters for the official Community Groundbreaking Ceremony on Friday, September 15 at 10 a.m. There will be light refreshments, live music and a few words from key speakers. The event is free and all ages are welcome to attend. waterfrontgardens.org
Sep 20: Mint Julep Tours Summer Supper Series
Toward the end of summer, chefs across Kentucky preserve the produce of the season by pickling. Join Mint Julep Tours for themed progressive dinners inspired by the South’s most famous suppers. Hop around the city’s best restaurants for a spirited food tour with three expertly-crafted dishes from top chefs during this summer’s Southern Supper Series.
Sep 23: Downs After Dark
Louisvillians love going to Churchill Downs, especially at night with the lit racetrack and great entertainment. The next Downs After Dark is scheduled for Saturday, September 23. Bet the ponies, drink a cocktail, enjoy a great dinner and listen to live music. Gates open at 5 p.m. with the first race at 6 p.m. For
Oct 1: Dare to Care Hunger Walk, Run and Row
Get ready for the most fun you, your family and coworkers will ever have making a difference! Join Dare to Care for the Hunger Walk/Run & Row on October 1, 2017! This fun-filled day raises funds and awareness to end hunger in our community. The Hunger Walk/Run & Row includes a 5K Walk/Run and World
Oct 5: Women 4 Women Annual Luncheon
The Women 4 Women 25th Anniversary Luncheon will take place on Thursday, October 5 from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Marriott Downtown. The findraising event will support Women 4 Women, a nonprofit dedicated to serving the needs of women and firls in our community through focused grantmaking. The event highlights the recipients of
Oct 6-8: St. James Court Art Show
The 61st annual St. James Court Art Show will take place from October 6 through October 8. The juried fine arts and arts and craft show hosts 750 artists from around North America and is held in the heart of historic Old Louisville. Hours are Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and
Nov 4-5: Open Studio Weekend
Each year, for one weekend only, artists from all over Louisville open their doors for Open Studio Weekend. This event is a wonderful opportunity for anyone who appreciates art, from enthusiasts to collectors, to see artists at work, get a glimpse into the process of making art, and in some cases, take advantage of studio
