Fall in the Bluegrass, The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass
Experience all that fall has to offer in the Bluegrass! Friday & Saturday Evenings at The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass throughout October from 5 pm to 7 pm. FALL MARKET | PHOTO OPS | GIVEAWAYS | SPECIAL GUESTS | WAGON RIDES | ENTERTAINMENT | AND MORE
Free Paper Shed, Old Frankfort Pike
The city of Lexington hosts a Free Paper Shed at 1631 Old Frankfort Pike on Saturday, October 3 at 9 am.
Chevy Chase Inn & Bourbon n’ Toulouse Tailgate
Bourbon n' Toulouse is going to bring the party to Chevy Chase Inn on Saturday, October 3. Bn'T will be grilling Andouille Sausages & hot dogs. Chevy Chase Inn will be serving their famous $2.00 Bloody Mary's from 11 am and 2 pm.
Ole Miss vs UK, Kroger Field
Ole Miss vs UK at Kroger Field on Saturday, October 3 at 4 pm.
The Woodland Art Faux, MoonDance Amphitheater
MoonDance Amphitheater hosts The Woodland Art Faux on Saturday, October 3.
Pumpkin Jamboree, Eckert’s Orchard
Pumpkin Jamboree at Eckert’s Orchard on Sunday, October 4 at 10 am.
Deadline to register online to vote
Planning to vote in the 2020 general election? Today is the deadline to register online.
Zombie Dance Lessons
Moondance Amphitheater Beaumont Circle, Lexington, KY, United StatesCelebrate the season by learning Michael Jackson’s Thriller dance on Monday and Thursdays at Moondance Amphitheater from 6 pm until 7 pm. On Saturdays at Artworks (522 Patterson St.) from 2 pm until 3 pm. There are no plans for a Thriller parade this year, but there will be a couple of other […]
This is America Exhibition begins, UK Art Museum
UK Art Museum , Select a Country:This is America Exhibition begins at UK Art Museum on Tuesday, October 6.
Gentrification City Meeting, Lextran
Gentrification City Meeting is at LexTran on Tuesday, October 6 at 5:30 pm.
UK Gatton Connect series, online
UK alum LaShawn Evans Jr. of Dell is part of the Gatton Connect series called "Eyes on the Prize - Setting Yourself Up For Success” on Tuesday, October 6 at 6pm (virtual).
Sustainable Agriculture & Local Food Action Team Meeting (virtual)
Sustainable Agriculture & Local Food Action Team Meeting (virtual) on Wednesday, October 7 at 4 pm.
Black Soil + Wise Bird Cider Farm to Table Dinner
Wise Bird Cider hosts a Farm to Table Dinner with Black Soil (community organization) featuring food from Daughters' Southern on Wednesday, October 7, seatings at 7 & 8:30 pm.
Nick Colletti, Comedy Off Broadway
Comedy Off Broadway 161 Lexington Green Circle, Lexington, KY, United StatesNick Colletti is at Comedy Off Broadway on Wednesday, October 7 at 7:15 pm.
Power Hour Leadership Series w/ Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman
Women Leading Kentucky hosts Power Hour Leadership Series w/ Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman on Thursday, October 8 at 3 pm.
Lockbox Live, 21c Museum Hotel Lexington
21c Museum Hotel 167 W Main St, Lexington, United StatesLockbox Live is happening on Thursday, October 8th at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington from 7 to 9 pm – presented by Country Boy Brewing and featuring music by Kenny Owens. Enjoy live music, a country boy inspired menu by Chef Cody DeRosett, and Country Boy Brewing Keeneland Ale along with other Country Boy Brewing selections. […]
Outdoor Movie: A Nightmare on Elm Street at The Burl
The Burl 375 Thompson Road, Lexington, KY, United StatesA Free Outdoor Movie Series happens every Thursday at The Burl. Every Thursday at The Burl Watch A Nightmare on Elm Street on Thursday, October 8 at 7:30 pm. Free Admission
Last day to apply online for an absentee ballot
Friday, October 9 is the last day to apply online for an absentee ballot.
Rescheduled: BIA’s Virtual Tour of Remodeled Homes (thru Oct 18)
BIA’s Virtual Tour of Remodeled Homes was rescheduled from August until October 9 through October 18.
October Night Market (online only)
October Night Market is happening virtually on Friday, October 9 at 6 pm.
Secretariat Festival (virtual)
Secretariat Festival will go virtual for 2020 on Saturday, October 10.
Free Trash Disposal Day, Old Frankfort Pike
Free Trash Disposal Day is at 1505 Old Frankfort Pike on Saturday, October 10 at 6 am.
Athens Schoolhouse October Shows
Athens Schoolhouse October Shows are open at Athens Schoolhouse Antiques on Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11 at 10 am.
Mississippi State vs UK, Kroger Field
Mississippi State vs UK at Kroger Field on Saturday, October 10 at 7:30 pm.
Sweat Series with Lululemon ambassador Mike Gardner, Origin Hotel
Sweat Series with Lululemon ambassador Mike Gardner at Origin Hotel on Sunday, October 11 at 10 am.
In-person early voting begins thru Election Day, November 3
In-person voting before Election Day begins October 13 through November 3.
#1 NYT bestselling author Victoria Schwab virtually visits Joseph-Beth
#1 New York Times bestselling author Victoria Schwab virtually visits Joseph-Beth on Tuesday, October 13 at 6 pm.
Murder Mystery Dinner, Kentucky Castle
Murder Mystery Dinner is happening at Kentucky Castle on Wednesday, October 14 at 7 pm.
The Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown, virtual
The Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown takes a virtual format for 2020, starting on Thursday, October 15.
Etta May, Comedy Off Broadway
Etta May is at Comedy Off Broadway on Thursday, October 15 at 7 pm.
Berea’s Celebration of Traditional Music, virtual (thru Sunday)
Berea’s Celebration of Traditional Music is happening virtually on Friday, October 16 through Sunday, October 18.
Halloween Printmaking Workshop, Artworks
Artworks at the Carver School 522 Patterson St, Lexington, KY, United StatesHalloween Printmaking Workshop (ages 8 & up) takes place at Artworks, 522 Patterson Street on Friday, October 16 from 5:30 – 8:30 pm. Free event, but registration is required to ensure limited capacities and socially distanced audiences.
Ballet In the Moonlight, MoonDance Amphitheater
MoonDance Amphitheater hosts Ballet In the Moonlight on Friday, October 16 through Saturday, October 17. Tickets can be purchased at kyballet.com or in person the evening of the show.
Pinocchio presented by Kentucky Ballet Theatre, Lexington Opera House
Lexington Opera House 430 W. Vine St., Lexington, KY, United StatesPinocchio presented by Kentucky Ballet Theatre is at Lexington Opera House on Saturday, October 17 at 2 pm.
Halloween Printmaking Workshop, Artworks
Artworks at the Carver School 522 Patterson St, Lexington, KY, United StatesHalloween Printmaking Workshop (ages 8 & up) takes place at Artworks, 522 Patterson Street on Saturday, October 17 from 2 – 5 pm. Events are free, but registration is required to ensure limited capacities and socially distanced audiences.
Sedona Taphouse Cornhole Tournament
Sedona Taphouse is hosting a Cornhole Tournament on Sunday, October 18 at 3 pm.
Clay Avenue Trick or Treat & Pumpkin Pick-Up
Drive-thru Clay Ave. on Tuesday, October 20 from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm to pick up a pumpkin, candy, & to say hi to the New Home Collective-Keller Williams Greater Lex team & sponsors.
Trunk-or-Treat, Regal Cinemas’ parking lot in Hamburg
Trunk-or-Treat is happening at Regal Cinemas’ parking lot in Hamburg on Wednesday, October 21 at 6 pm.
Comedy: Etta May, Comedy Off Broadway
Comedy Off Broadway 161 Lexington Green Circle, Lexington, KY, United StatesEtta May performs at Comedy Off Broadway on Thursday, October 22 at 7 pm.
Canceled: Vintage Market Days of Lexington
The Vintage Market Days of Lexington that was rescheduled from was canceled for October 23 through October 25.
Postponed until 2021: Bourbon Chase
CANCELED Bourbon Chase, originally scheduled for Friday, October 23 is postponed for October 2021.
CANCELED Luke Bryan Tour, Rupp Arena
Luke Bryan Proud To Be Right Here Tour at Rupp Arena is canceled for 2020.
CANCELED Scarefest 13, Central Bank Center
Scarefest 13 at Central Bank Center was canceled for 2020.
Wicked Wonders Variety Show, Moondance Amphitheater (thru Sunday)
Moondance Amphitheater Beaumont Circle, Lexington, KY, United StatesWicked Wonders Variety Show is happening at Moondance Amphitheater on Friday, October 23 through Sunday, October 25. Gates open at 5:30 pm, show at 7 pm. Reservation required in advance.
University of Georgia vs UK, Kroger Field
Kroger Field 1540 University Drive, Lexington, KY, United StatesKentucky Wildcats Football vs. University of Georgia Bulldogs Football on Saturday, October 24 at Kroger Field.
Household Hazardous Waste Event
The city of Lexington's Household Hazardous Waste is on Saturday, October 24 at 8:30 am, 1631 Old Frankfort Pike.
Athens Schoolhouse October Shows (thru Sunday)
The second weekend of Athens Schoolhouse October Shows are open at Athens Schoolhouse Antiques on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25 at 10 am.
DIY Barrel Head Painting, Kentucky Castle
Kentucky CastleCreate a Kentucky barrel head or serving tray decor piece for your home at The Kentucky Castle on Saturday, October 24 at 2 pm.
HOUND – O – WEEN at Most Valuable Pets
Join Most Valuable Pets in Beaumont for HOUND - O - WEEN 2020 on Sunday, October 25 at 7 pm. This event will be fun for the whole family - even the furry ones. Break out the costumes and come for trick or treating ... “trunk or treat” style. Both human AND canine treats will […]
Senior Lifestyle, Health & Wellness Expo
The Signature Club 3256 Lansdowne Drive, Lexington, KY, United StatesThe Signature Club of Lansdowne hosts a Senior Lifestyle, Health & Wellness Expo on Monday, October 26 at 10 am until 1 pm. At this free expo, you can meet and speak with senior service providers in and around the Lexington area. There will be prizes and giveaways throughout the day. No need to register […]