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October is filled with TREATS

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.

 

The Kentucky Castle: Keeneland, Old Friends & Castle Royal Excursion

Kentucky Castle, Versailles
October 1, 9am – 1pm
October 8, 9am -1pm
October 15, 9am – 1pm
October 22, 9am – 1pm
 
 
You’re invited to a Kentucky royal excursion experience! Join a small group of guests as we board a luxury shuttle and leave at 9a for a guided tour of Keeneland. A celebrated national landmark with timeless beauty, guests are provided with a unique look at Thoroughbred Racing with morning workouts!

Autumn Gala by Gloria Deo Ballet

October 26, 4pm and 7pm showings
Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center, Lexington
All ages
 

REIMAGINE

Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center
141 E Main St, Lexington
11am – 8pm

REIMAGINE is an exhibition of art inspired by grade school children. Bidding opens August 9 and Gallery Hop/Final Bidding takes place on Friday, September 20th. All proceeds from silent auction of the collaborative originals will help provide arts-related resources for local KY public schools.

Lexington Hot Cider Hustle 5K

October 19, 8:30am – 12noonpm
Kentucky Horse Park
4089 Iron Works Park, Lexington

 
5K Run/Walk
 

The Price is Right, Live!

October 22, 7:30pm
Rupp Arena
430 W Vine St, Lexington

2019 National Horse Show

October 25, 8am – 6pm
Kentucky Horse Park – Alltech Arena

National Horse Show is the oldest continually held horse show in the United States; it includes competition for hunters, equitation, and show jumpers.

Trunk or Treat – Make-a-Wish

October 29, 5:30pm – 7pm
Make-A-Wish office
1230 Liberty Bank Lane Ste 300, Louisville
FREE

Celebrate Halloween with your local Make-A-Wish families, volunteers, and supporters. Bring the kids to trick-or-treat early with decorated themed trunks, participate in a wish family costumer contest and create a wish art.


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Events We ♥️ this month

Whether you’re into football, farmer’s markets of festivals – you’ll find so much to enjoy in Lexington and Central Kentucky in September! Here are a few of our favorites.

 

Bluegrass Classic Dog Show

Kentucky Horse Park
August 29 – September 2, 2019

Four days of all-breed conformation and obedience competition sponsored by the Lexington Kennel Club Inc., the Northern Kentucky Kennel Club Inc., and the Mid-Kentucky Kennel Club Inc. This show will include competition for more than 150 breeds, best-in-show competition, junior showmanship classes, obedience and rally, AKC Owner-Handler Series, Canine Good Citizen Test, and much more!

Lakeside Live

Weekly on Friday & Saturday thru September 29, 2019
7pm – 10pm
Lexington Green
FREE

Free live music every Friday and Saturday night May-September. With a beautiful covered dock, a fire pit hang out, amazing restaurants and shopping, and fun live music, you’ll want to linger with friends and family. Pets and lawn chairs are welcome.

Music on the Lawn

Weekly on Friday, Saturday thru October 26, 2019
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

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.

Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre – Sing a Song of Murder

September 4, 2019 @ 7pm
My Old Kentucky Foam
Georgetown, KY

 
Competition is fierce as the 2019 season of “American Talented Voice Search” comes to a close. The field has been whittled down to the final two contestants: Jasper Jones and Melody Rayne, who will do anything to procure their place at the top. When talent isn’t enough and careers are on the line, what comes next? Flattery? Bribery? Blackmail? Or worse… Come join our studio audience as host Ryan Seashore and judges Simon Cowbell and Jennifer Highbridge bring our contest to a close! You can vote for the winner and perhaps catch a killer.

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Summer Fun in the Bluegrass!

There’s so much to enjoy in Lexington and Central Kentucky this month! 
Here are some of the events and activities we LOVE in July!

 

Lakeside Live @ Lexington Green

July 20 @ 6pm
161 Lexington Green Circle, Lexington KY
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Awesome live music venue. Bring your own chair! #byoc #livemusic


Bluegrass 10k Fun Run

July 4
Downtown Lexington

4th of July Festival

July 3-4
Downtown Lexington
 

Summerfest at Woodland Park – Broadway Under the Stars

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July 4-7, July 18-21 @ 8pm – 10pm
Woodland Park
601 E. High Street Lexington, KY
 
It’s a new day in Woodland Park! SummerFest is thrilled to present BROADWAY UNDER THE STARS, a new concert event that is sure to light up Downtown Lexington! This new event shines the spotlight on Central Kentucky’s local stars! Featuring your favorite showstoppers from the past 13 years of SummerFest musical theatre productions and the stunning backdrop of Woodland Park, this is an event you don’t want to miss. Join us this July to celebrate the unparalleled talents of Lexington as you experience Broadway in your own backyard!
 

Thursday Night Live – FREE

all Summer through October 10, every Thursday @ 5pm – 8pm
Downtown, Lexington
Central Bank Thursday Night Live #downtownlex
 
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Concerts at The Kentucky Castle – Be Our Guest

Co-hosted by Rector Hayden Realtors, Andrea Clemons & Susan Hammett

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July 19 @ 7pm – 9pm

The Kentucky Castle is celebrating its anniversary with “Be Our Guest!”

50 years ago an inspired couple began construction on a beautiful Castle in the middle of picturesque horse farm country in Versailles, Kentucky. Over the years it has experienced triumphs and tragedies, and this year we celebrate its story and the treasured landmark it is in Kentucky. In July 2017, a new ownership group purchased the Castle with the help of Rector Hayden Realtors. They named it “The Kentucky Castle” and opened the gates wide to serve the community. With a Farm-to-Table Restaurant, a one-of-a-kind Boutique Hotel, a Wellness Spa, and a variety of “Experience of a Lifetime” events… it’s regarded as one of the most romantic places in the area and there is celebration happening within its walls every day.

Experience: You’re invited to a “Be Our Guest” original dinner experience in the Grand Ballroom, featuring French cuisine and musical entertainment inspired by Princess Belle. As the doors to the Castle open, there is a joyful welcome in the Grand Foyer, followed by a delightful dinner with continued performance in the Ballroom. When dinner concludes, guests are invited to Waltz dancing on the rooftop during a Kentucky sunset, with dance instruction from The Ballroom House. We are so grateful to celebrate the Castle’s 50-year story and we welcome you to “Be Our Guest”.


 

 

 

Lakeside Live

Free live music every Friday and Saturday night May-September. With a beautiful covered dock, a fire pit hang out, amazing restaurants and shopping, and fun live music, you’ll want to linger with friends and family. Pets and lawn chairs are welcome. 

  • Dates: Friday, May 5, 2017 – Saturday, September 30, 2017
  • Fridays and Saturdays from 7pm to 10pm

Lakeside Live

Free live music every Friday and Saturday night May-September. With a beautiful covered dock, a fire pit hang out, amazing restaurants and shopping, and fun live music, you’ll want to linger with friends and family. Pets and lawn chairs are welcome. 

  • Dates: Friday, May 5, 2017 – Saturday, September 30, 2017
  • Fridays and Saturdays from 7pm to 10pm

Lakeside Live

Free live music every Friday and Saturday night May-September. With a beautiful covered dock, a fire pit hang out, amazing restaurants and shopping, and fun live music, you’ll want to linger with friends and family. Pets and lawn chairs are welcome. 

  • Dates: Friday, May 5, 2017 – Saturday, September 30, 2017
  • Fridays and Saturdays from 7pm to 10pm

Lakeside Live

Free live music every Friday and Saturday night May-September. With a beautiful covered dock, a fire pit hang out, amazing restaurants and shopping, and fun live music, you’ll want to linger with friends and family. Pets and lawn chairs are welcome. 

  • Dates: Friday, May 5, 2017 – Saturday, September 30, 2017
  • Fridays and Saturdays from 7pm to 10pm

Lakeside Live

Free live music every Friday and Saturday night May-September. With a beautiful covered dock, a fire pit hang out, amazing restaurants and shopping, and fun live music, you’ll want to linger with friends and family. Pets and lawn chairs are welcome. 

  • Dates: Friday, May 5, 2017 – Saturday, September 30, 2017
  • Fridays and Saturdays from 7pm to 10pm

Lakeside Live

Free live music every Friday and Saturday night May-September. With a beautiful covered dock, a fire pit hang out, amazing restaurants and shopping, and fun live music, you’ll want to linger with friends and family. Pets and lawn chairs are welcome. 

  • Dates: Friday, May 5, 2017 – Saturday, September 30, 2017
  • Fridays and Saturdays from 7pm to 10pm

Lakeside Live

Free live music every Friday and Saturday night May-September. With a beautiful covered dock, a fire pit hang out, amazing restaurants and shopping, and fun live music, you’ll want to linger with friends and family. Pets and lawn chairs are welcome. 

  • Dates: Friday, May 5, 2017 – Saturday, September 30, 2017
  • Fridays and Saturdays from 7pm to 10pm