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BOOKS: Institute 193: Volume One, Morris Books

Morris Book Shop 882 E. High St., Lexington, KY, United States

On June 1, Lexington's Institute 193 will release a new book highlighting the work of some 18 artists that the North Limestone gallery has played host to since its 2009 inception. The book, Institute 193: Volume One, is set to be a reflection of both the gallery itself and the artists whose work has hung on […]

Comedy: Jon Lovitz

Comedy Off Broadway 161 Lexington Green Circle, Lexington, KY, United States

"Comedy off Broadway welcomes TV and film star, Jon Lovitz! This Thursday through Saturday, May 29-31 You know Jon from 'SNL', 'A League of their Own', 'The Critic', 'The Wedding Singer', 'Big', and much much more!"   Thursday - 7:15pm Friday - 7:15pm & 9:45pm Saturday - 7:15pm & 9:45pm

Seton Country Fair

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church 1750 Summerhill Drive, Lexington, KY, United States

Nestled in the Squire Oak neighborhood on the lawn of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton County Fair provides a weekend of fun, games, carnival rides, live music and other activities (including a massive rummage sale and 5K Run) - - - Thursday, May 29: TDH4 6-7:30 pm Word for Ginger […]

Bike Lexington 2014

Courthouse Plaza Lexington, KY, United States

Monster Energy Drink's BMX team will be performing throughout the morning. Plus: Sprout Sprint, Kids' Bike Safety Rodeo, bike and helmet giveaways, booths, music, and the Family Fun Ride takes off at 10am!

Lexington Poetry Month 2014

Lexington Kentucky

"Lexington Poetry Month was created by Hap Houlihan of the Morris book shop and Katerina Stoykova-Klemer of Accents Publishing to get Lexington, Kentucky writing and sharing poetry for the entire month of June. Last year, Accents Publishing conducted the Lexington Poetry Month Writing Challenge, which allows anyone who wants to the challenge to write a […]

Bike Prom!

Downtown Lexington, KY, United States

Bike Prom is back! Get all dressed up in your prom attire, glam up your bike, and race (or casually ride) through downtown Lexington with your dance card in hand! We'll stamp your card at each location along the way, where you can join in prom activities like prom portraits, punch, and spin-the-bottle. Prizes and […]

Swingin’ on Short

Courthouse Plaza Lexington, KY, United States

Lexington Parks & Rec., the Hepcats and Lexington Arthur Murray are mighty proud to bring you Swingin' on Short, Lexington's annual street dance! Music by Keith Jones & the Makeshifts, playing great jump blues and early rock 'n' roll. Mike Richardson DJ's music during the band's break and for the dance contest. 7-8 pm, swing […]

Dale Ann Bradley, Thursday Night Live

Cheapside Park 251 West Main St, Lexington, KY, United States

April 3 - August 28 4:30-9:00pm September 4 - October 16 4:30-7:30pm Fifth Third Bank Pavilion at Cheapside Park (251 W. Main Street)

Women Chef Dinner Series

Thai Orchid Cafe 1030 S. Broadway, Lexington, KY, United States

Thai Orchid Cafe is hosting a six-course dinner specially created by a handful of talented women chefs that have made their name in Lexington and surrounding areas. This event, emceed by Shannon Collins, the day chef at AZUR, is a chance for women chefs from various restaurants to collaborate on one delicious meal, as well […]

It’s a Grand Night for Singing, UK Singletary Center

Singletary Center 405 ROSE ST., Lexington, KY, United States

Presented by UK Opera Theatre. This musical extravaganza is hailed as the official start to the summer music season in Lexington. Dates: June 13-15 & 20-22, 2014 Time: 7:30pm (on June 13, 14, 20 & 21); 2:00pm (on June 15 & 22) Venue: Singletary Center for the Arts

Lexington Poetry Month: Brunch on Mars

Carnegie Center 251 W. Second Street, Lexington, KY, United States

The Kentucky Women Writers Conference celebrates Lexington Poetry Month: Join Tasha Cotter and Iris Law, poets and board members of Kentucky Women Writers Conference, for a discussion of our keynote speaker, Tracy K. Smith, Pulitzer Prize winner in poetry for Life on Mars. Smith will give a free public reading in Lexington on Sept. 12, […]

Special Father’s Day Train Ride

Bluegrass Scenic Railroad and Museum 175 Beasley Road, Versailles, KY, United States

Dad's ride for half price!  Enjoy an 11 mile, 90 minute round trip train excursion through the horse farms of Central Kentucky.  Plan to arrive at 1:30 pm

The Johnson Brothers, Thursday Night Live

Cheapside Park 251 West Main St, Lexington, KY, United States

April 3 - August 28 4:30-9:00pm September 4 - October 16 4:30-7:30pm Fifth Third Bank Pavilion at Cheapside Park (251 W. Main Street)

Keeneland Concours Preview & Maserati Mingle

Courthouse Plaza Lexington, KY, United States

Courthouse Square, 120 & 150 N. Limestone St. in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. Exotic automobiles, & Entertainment: Food and Drinks available. 5:30pm-9:00pm

CSA LIVE: An evening of Story and Song

Lyric 300 E Third St, Lexington, KY, United States

For one night only, Lexington's literary, music, and visual art scenes converge in a unique celebration of Community Supported Art. CSA LIVE: An Evening of Story and Song is an interdisciplinary, collaborative concert produced by the Lexington Art League to celebrate Community Supported Art (CSA), a grass-roots program that connects visual, literary, and music artists […]

Fountain Films: The Goonies

Triangle Park Lexington, KY, United States

The Goonies, Sponsored by Commonwealth Credit Union - - - Select Fridays May - August Approximately 8:45pm Triangle Park, between W. Main Street and W. Vine Street

Lexington Pride Festival 2014

Courthouse Plaza Lexington, KY, United States

"In it's 7th year, the Lexington Pride Festival will once again have a full day of entertainment, 70+ vendors and fun for the entire family. Come out and show your pride with the rest of the community!"

The Tim Talbert Project, Thursday Night Live

Cheapside Park 251 West Main St, Lexington, KY, United States

The Tim Talbert Project plays at Cheapside Park at 5 pm. Fifth Third Bank Pavilion at Cheapside Park (251 W. Main Street)

Lexington Junior League Horse Show

Red Mile 1200 Red Mile Road, Lexington, KY, United States

“The world's largest outdoor American Saddlebred show and the first leg of the Saddlebred "Triple Crown."  Today, the show attracts approximatley 1,000 world recognized competitors from the U.S. and Canada, has raised over four million dollars for charitable and civic organizations in Central Kentucky and generates over 5 million dollars revenue for local merchants each […]

The Twiggenbury’s, Thursday Night Live

Cheapside Park 251 West Main St, Lexington, KY, United States

April 3 - August 28 4:30-9:00pm September 4 - October 16 4:30-7:30pm Fifth Third Bank Pavilion at Cheapside Park (251 W. Main Street)

Fountain Films: Chicago

Triangle Park Lexington, KY, United States

Select Fridays May - August Approximately 8:45pm Triangle Park, between W. Main Street and W. Vine Street

Better off Dead, Thursday Night Live

Cheapside Park 251 West Main St, Lexington, KY, United States

April 3 - August 28 4:30-9:00pm September 4 - October 16 4:30-7:30pm Fifth Third Bank Pavilion at Cheapside Park (251 W. Main Street)

Superfecta, Thursday Night Live

Cheapside Park 251 West Main St, Lexington, KY, United States

April 3 - August 28 4:30-9:00pm September 4 - October 16 4:30-7:30pm Fifth Third Bank Pavilion at Cheapside Park (251 W. Main Street)

Fountain Films: Men in Black

Triangle Park Lexington, KY, United States

Men in Black, Sponsored by Kentucky Utilities Company - - - Select Fridays May - August Approximately 8:45pm Triangle Park, between W. Main Street and W. Vine Street

Swing Street, Thursday Night Live

Cheapside Park 251 West Main St, Lexington, KY, United States

April 3 - August 28 4:30-9:00pm September 4 - October 16 4:30-7:30pm Fifth Third Bank Pavilion at Cheapside Park (251 W. Main Street)

Fountain Films: Napoleon Dynamite

Triangle Park Lexington, KY, United States

Select Fridays May - August Approximately 8:45pm Triangle Park, between W. Main Street and W. Vine Street

Holly Day Market

The 2018 Holly Day Market will be at the Lexington Convention Center on Sunday, December 2. All day event.

Lexington Christmas Parade

The Lexington Christmas Parade is on Tuesday, December 4 starting at 7 pm. The Parade starts at Midland Avenue and concludes at Mill Street.

Chili Cook-Off

The Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters is having a Chili Cook-Off on Sunday, December 9 at noon. Location is 750 E New Circle Rd.

Mayoral and Council Member Inauguration

The Mayoral And Council Member Inauguration is being held on Sunday, January 6 at 2 pm. Event is taking place at the UK Gatton Student Center.

Lexington Gun Show

The Kentucky Horse Park is putting on the Lexington Gun Show on Saturday, January 12 at 9 am.

Lexington Gun Show

The Kentucky Horse Park is putting on the Lexington Gun Show on Sunday, January 13 at 9 am.

Bluegrass Sports Awards

The 2019 Bluegrass Sports Awards are at the Lexington Convention Center on Wednesday, January 30 at 5:30 pm.

Farmer’s Market

Spring launch of the downtown Farmer's Market is on Saturday, April 6.

Women Leading Kentucky

The Round Table for Women Leading Kentucky is at the Grand Reserve on Thursday, April 18 at 11:30 am.

Free Paper Shred

Lexington has Free Paper Shredding at 1631 Old Frankfort Pike on Saturday, April 27, at 9 am.

May Day Festival

The May Day Festival at Kentucky Native Cafe is Wednesday, May 1 at 4 pm.

Thursday Night Live

Thursday Night Live with Honeychild at Cheapside Park on Thursday, May 9 at 5 pm.

Craft Beer Week

Lexington Craft Beer Week begins on Friday, May 10 at participating breweries. Runs thru Sunday, May 19.

Mother’s Day

Happy Mother's Day! Click here for a sampling of Mother's Day events.  

Bourbon Master Class

Lexington Bourbon Academy Master Class at Beyond the Barrel is on Sunday, May 19 at 5 pm.

Kenwick Art Sale

The Kenwick Art Sale on Lincoln Ave. is Sunday, June 2 at 1 pm.