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Events in Central Kentucky - May 2017

The month of May in Central Kentucky features everything from farmer’s markets to Mayfest to LOTS of Memorial Day/weekend celebration events….and so much more! 

Thursday Night Live
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April 11, 2019 – October 10, 2019, Thursdays @ 5pm – 8pm
Downtown Lexington, KY
Fifth Third Bank Pavilion at Cheapside Park
Get downtown to Central Bank’s Thursday Night Live event, every Thursday at the Fifth Third Bank Pavilion at Cheapside Park. This event is rain or shine!

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Night Market
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Monthly, 1st Friday, until December 6, 2019@ 6pm – 10pm
700 Block of Bryan Avenue, Lexington KY

A monthly pop-up open air-market/street festival held on the first Friday of every month May through December. Night Market highlights the creativity of local neighborhood businesses, artists, and nonprofits and brings people from all over the region to Lexington’s Northside.

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Music On The Lawn

May 3 – October 26
Weekly, Friday and Saturday @ 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
3501 Lexington Road, Harrodsburg KY 40330

The greatest combination of live music, amazing food and a farm-fresh setting you could ever imagine! Head to Shaker Village for an evening on the lawn beside the historic Trustees’ Office and the Shaker Village garden. Music on the Lawn features live music, outdoor dining, drinks and specialty cocktails around the fire pits. Don’t forget to enjoy a marshmallow roast, grab a cocktail and then take in a special $5 after 5:00 tour. No admission is required, and music begins at 6:30 pm.

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Kentucky Derby & Oaks
Keeneland Race Course

May 3 Oaks Day @ 9am
May 4 Derby Day @ 9am
Keeneland Race Course
4201 Versailles Road, Lexington KY 40510

Oaks Brunch on the Lawn on May 3, 8:30am-11am. Buy tickets here!$50pp
Derby Day with live music in the Paddock, children’s activities, derby hat contest.
Celebrate Derby Day at Keeneland Race Course for the 144th running of the Kentucky Derby! With more than 1,000 televisions, easy access to wagering, great food, activities for the Kids, Derby Day at Keeneland Race Course is the perfect place to share in the excitement of the run for the roses!ADVANCE WAGERING:
Available for the Kentucky Oaks and Derby full cards exclusively at The Red Mile beginning at 12:15 p.m. on Thursday, May 2
Available for the Kentucky Derby full card and Oaks/Derby Double at Keeneland and The Red Mile on Friday, May 3Find out more »

Central Kentucky Tours: One Sweet Tour
Bourbon Tours, Horse Tours
May 10, 2019 – June 7, 2019
Central Kentucky Tours
200 Sexton Road, Harrodsburg KY 40330

Coolmore America/Ashford Stud has recently announced that both Triple Crown winners American Pharoah and Justify will be going to Australia this summer for the breeding season there. They will not return to the United States until late fall. If you want an opportunity to see these magnificant animals before they head down under, there are two tours with available spots. The “One Sweet Tour” on May 10th and June 7th that include a stop at Ashford Stud along with Buffalo Trace and Rebecca Ruth Candy Factory.

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Mayfest Arts Fair

May 11 – 12, 2019 @ 10am
Gratz Park
Mill and Market Streets, Lexington KY

Mayfest Presented by Republic Bank is a juried art fair with a focus on a casual, family-friendly atmosphere. Included are up to 100 Artist Vendors, performances by musicians, dancers, strolling performers, food concession vendors, and children’s activities including pony rides and children’s crafts. Attendance at the two-day event averages 25,000. If you are an artist and are interested in showcasing your work or are a concession vendor, apply at the link below.

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Concerts at the Castle

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dates in 2019: 5/16, 6/13, 7/11, 7/25, 8/15, 8/29, 9/19, 10/3, 10/17, 10/24
The Kentucky Castle
230 Pisgah Pike, Versailles KY 40383

Troubadour Concert Series has partnered with the Kentucky Castle to launch a national level series of concerts that will be held at the legendary Castle, celebrating renowned Kentucky artists and bluegrass music.
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Seton Country Fair
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May 30 – June 2, 2019 @ 6pm
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
1730 Summerhill, Lexington KY 40515

Carnival rides, fair food, and local brews highlight the weekend-long festival. Features an air-conditioned bingo hall and casino, variety raffle and a $5,000 capital prize.

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Best of Kentucky Dinner Series: Tapas & Tunes

May 18, 2019 @ 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Woodford Reserve Distillery
7855 McCracken Pike, Versailles, KY 40383

This dinner will feature classic Kentucky fare with special bourbon tastings and cocktails. The event also features live music, distillery tours, guest chefs and the menu of Woodford Reserve Chef-in-Residence Ouita Michel and Woodford Reserve Chef de Cuisine Charles Taylor. Seats are limited to keep the dinners intimate. $100pp

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Steven Curtis Chapman concert
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May 19, 2019 @ 7:30pm
Lexington Opera House
401 West Short Street, Lexington KY 40507

Multi-Grammy Award winning artist Steven Curtis Chapman has announced that next spring he will continue his successful tour, SCC SOLO: Hits, History, and Influences. Back by popular demand, the solo tour is now in its fourth season.

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October 2018 Events We Love!

Local scenic beauty, Keeneland racing, fall festivals, trick-or-treaters and more – there’s SO MUCH to enjoy in Lexington and Central Kentucky in October!  Here are some of our favorites.

Woodsongs

October 1 @ 6 – 8 PM
Lyric Theatre
300 East Third Street
Lexington,KY40508
859-280-2218
woodsongs.com
 
Woodsongs presents Arvel Bird and Cicada Rhythm.
 

Breeders’ Cup Experience

October 31 – November 3
Taylor Made Horse Farm
2765 Union Mill Road
Nicholasville, KY 40356
859-963-1004
visithorsecountry.com/bookyourtour

Join Taylor Made Farm for a special look into the Breeders’ Cup where you will enjoy a parade from two Breeders’ Cup contenders, “Not This Time” and “Midnights Storm” who both reside as stallions at Taylor Made! You will get to visit the grave stone of Champion Stallion, “Unbridled’s Song” who won the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile in 1995. Your tour will be paired with lunch from Daddy Joe’s Bar and Grill, our on-site restaurant.

Trick or Treat

October 23 @ 4:00 – 6:30PM
Rector Hayden REALTORS
1099 Duval Street
Lexington, KY 40515
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC in the garage

Are you familiar with “Trunk-or-Treat”? It’s a safe alternative to trick-or-treating, where volunteers decorate the trunks of their cars in a parking lot, and children can walk around and collect treats! Rector Hayden REALTORS is having this free event open to the public. We encourage you to come participate in this fantastic, family friendly evening of fun!

National Horse Show at the Kentucky Horse Park

October 27 @ 7:00AM – November 4 @ 5:00PM
Kentucky Horse Park
4089 Iron Works Parkway
Lexington, KY 40511
www.nhs.org

Nine days of events! The National Horse Show is the culmination of the east coast summer equestrian season. With $845,000 in prize money offered, the National Horse Show has been designated a CSI4*-W event by the FEI.

Competition starts with equitation championships, followed by International Open Jumpers and the top-rated hunter sections. For six consecutive years, the National Show Hunter Hall of Fame has named the National Horse Show as the Horse Show of the Year.

Keeneland Fall Meet

October 5 – October 27
Keeneland
4201 Versailles Road
Lexington, KY 40510
859-254-3412

www.keeneland.com/2018-fall-meet

 
Fall Race Meet open Friday, October 5 and continues through Saturday, October 27. No racing will be held on Mondays or Tuesdays.
Gates open at 11AM with the first post at 1:05PM daily.
Highlights include opening Fall Stars Weekend, featuring 10 stakes races and nine Breeders’ Cup Win and You’re In events. Tickets may be purchased online beginning August 1 at 8:30AM
 

Behind the Fences Tour

On this tour we will learn about the history of horse racing and the horse industry in Lexington. Saddle up as we start our historic journey at Keeneland for a tour during the early morning workouts. We will then visit one of the beautiful historic horse farms around Lexington. We will also make stops at the Red Mile and the Isaac Murphy Memorial Art Garden. We will learn the history of these historic racing venues along with the first superstars of horse racing, African American jockeys.

The tour will last approximately 4 hours and we will pick you up at the Lexington Visitor Center.

Price $45 (Includes tours at Keeneland and a historic horse farm).

Water and snacks will be provided.

 

 

KEENELAND SPRING MEET 2018

Keeneland’s 2018 Spring Race Meet opens Friday, April 6, and continues through Friday, April 27. No racing will be held on Mondays or Tuesdays. 

Gates open at 11 a.m. with first post at 1:05 p.m. daily.

Highlights of the Spring Meet include the $1 million Toyota Blue Grass (G2) and $500,000 Central Bank Ashland (G1) on April 7. The races are worth 100 points apiece on the Road to the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Road to the Kentucky Oaks (G1), respectively.

Keeneland Horse Sales 2018

Keeneland Horse Sales 2018

Keeneland’s January Horses of All Ages Sale is noted for high-quality broodmare prospects and short yearlings (horses born the previous year) and for being among the final opportunities for breeders to obtain stock as breeding season nears. Spectators welcome.

Oaks Day Party @ Keeneland

Oaks Day Party

FRIDAY, MAY 5 – OAKS DAY

Watch and wager on the Kentucky Oaks at Keeneland!

  • General admission and parking are free.
  • Gates open at 9:00 a.m. ET.
  • Patrons are permitted to picnic inside the grandstand area for this event.
    • Tents, canopies, grills and glass are not permitted in the Paddock, Walking Ring or North Terrace.
    • Patrons are not permitted to bring alcohol.
    • Coolers are allowed, but are subject to inspection.
    • Pets are not allowed.

Kentucky Derby Party @ Keeneland

KY Derby at Keeneland

Festivities include live music, pony rides, food and wagering! Known as the largest Derby party in the world! 

Don’t miss the world’s biggest Derby Party! With over 1,000 televisions, easy access to wagering, great food, activities for the kids and more, Derby Day at Keeneland is the perfect place to view the Run for the Roses.

Details:

  • Gates open at 9:00 a.m.
  • Patrons are permitted to picnic inside the grandstand area for this event.
    • Tents, canopies, grills and glass are not permitted in the Paddock, Walking Ring or North Terrace.
    • Patrons are not permitted to bring alcohol.
    • Coolers are allowed, but are subject to inspection.
    • Pets are not allowed.
 

PREFERRED SEATING & OTHER TICKET OPTIONS

Preferred seating is available in many of Keeneland’s fine dining rooms opening at 11:00 a.m. on Derby Day. Casual attire. Buffets are available from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

*Cancellation Policy: Guests may cancel their reservations up to 72 hours before the reservation date for a 50 percent refund. Note, cancellations must be done by table and not by seat.

Ponies for Parkinson’s @ Keeneland

“Ponies for Parkinson’s” is at Keeneland’s Limestone Cafe in Lexington, Kentucky.

For $55, a lunch buffet, tea, coffee, reserved parking (pre-pay only) and general admission to the racetrack is included.

We’ll even learn how to read the racing program and place a bet by a ‘bet-ologist’!

Seating @10am; Post time @ 1pm.

Hear speakers, see demonstrations, and bid on silent auctions before enjoying a great day at the races.

A fun day in the Bluegrass, all benefiting Parkinson’s Disease!

Get tickets & more info @ www.pingupd.org.

Pony up for the Nest

You are cordially invited to our Third Annual Pony Up for The Nest Thursday, April 13th, 2017 at 12 noon
An event hosted at Keeneland’s Exclusive Phoenix Room

Lunch and Program Provided
Free Parking

Tickets $125 per Person
$400 for a Table of 4
$600 for a Table of 6

Limited Availability
Please RSVP by April 7th, 2017
For tickets, please fill out the form HERE or contact
Jeffrey White
jwhite@thenestlexington.org
(859) 259-1974 x223

Horses and Hope Pink Day @ Keeneland

Keeneland hosts Pink Day in conjunction with Jane Beshear’s Horses and Hope program.

Wear pink and help us promote breast cancer awareness while we raise money for this worthy cause. Prior to the races, Jane Beshear and the Kentucky Cancer Program will host a survivor’s lunch in Keeneland’s Entertainment Center and Keene Barn. Survivors and guests will enjoy a delicious meal and fashion show sponsored by Miss Priss Prom and Pageant Store, Two Chicks and Company and The Spa at Griffin Gate. Horses and Hope is pleased to welcome Deputy Commissioner Heather French Henry who will recognize veterans and Miss Kentucky who will present a medical tribute to survivors. After the program, guests will take a shuttle to reserved seating in Keeneland’s Grandstand. The afternoon also features a Horses and Hope race honoring breast cancer survivors and a commemorative photo.

 

Horses and Hopesm is a project of former First Lady Jane Beshear and the Kentucky Cancer Program, University of Louisville, with the support of the Pink Stable, a committee of Kentucky horse owners, riders, trainers, farm owners, jockeys, and others.  The original mission was to increase breast cancer awareness, education, screening and treatment referral among Kentucky’s signature horse industry workers and their families, many of whom are uninsured and underserved.  Special events were also held throughout the Beshear administration to honor breast cancer survivors and to raise funds for Horses and Hopesm.  Today, Horses and Hopesm has been expanded to offer prevention and early detection programs for seven different cancers.  For more information, contact Kentucky Cancer Program at 1-877-326-1134 or e-mail.