Category: Events

Categories
Events Local Events Newsletter Featurettes

Events We ♥️ in April 2019

Local events we LOVE this month

Keeneland racing, the Land Rover 3-Day Event, Central KY Home & Garden Show, Thursday Night Live…we could go on and on (and we will!).  There’s no place better than Lexington and Central Kentucky in April!

 

KEENELAND SPRING MEET 2019

April 4 – 26
Keeneland, 4201 Versailles Road
Lexington, KY 40510 United States + Google Map

Keeneland’s Horse Race Course, weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 1pm
Price: $5

Find out more »

 

 

DJ Green at Red Mile

April 4 @ 6pm-10pm
Red Mile
1200 Red Mile Road, Lexington KY 40504

DJ Green will be pumpin’ up the jams and keeping the floor alive at the Fun Zone

Find out more »

 

 

Cowboy Up for a Cure Rodeo

April 6 @ 6pm-10:30pm
The Kentucky Horse Park’s Alltech Arena
4089 Iron Works Pkwy Lexington, KY 40511

The 2019 Cowboy Up for a Cure Rodeo will be held at the Kentucky Horse Park’s Alltech Arena on Saturday, April 6th. Gates open at 6pm and the professional rodeo starts at 7!

Proceeds from the event further our efforts in supporting Central Kentucky pediatric patients and their families.

Cowboy Up for a Cure, Inc. was founded in 2013, to benefit children with various forms of pediatric cancer. Our goal is to raise awareness and to support a pathway to progress for families faced with this adversity.

Find out more »
Tickets here

Kentucky Horse Park Spring Opener Show

April 6 @ 8:30am-7pm
Kentucky Horse Park
4089 Iron Works Pkwy Lexington, KY 40511

The Spring Opener horse show will be an unrated, two-day, open level show with English, Hunter classes to be held on Saturday, April 6th and Western Pleasure classes to be held on Sunday, April 7th. The show will offer competitors and their equine partners a wide variety of divisions and classes.

Discounted Pre Entry: $20.00 per class
Day of Entry: $25.00 per class
Stabling Fees: $35.00 per day
Equine Facility Fee: $10 per horse
Ground Fee (work off trailer): $35 per day

Discounted Pre-Entry rates will apply to those that mail in entry forms
postmarked before March 29, 2019

Find out more »

Kids Club Family Day

pril 7 @ 12pm-3pm
Keeneland
4201 Versailles Rd, Lexington KY 40510

The Keeneland Kids Club is the Official Kids Club for Keeneland fans 12 and younger. During the race meet, Kids Club members and their families are invited to enjoy a special day at the races by receiving free general admission and access to reserved grandstand seating. Children’s activities will take place in the North Terrace from noon to 3:00 p.m.

Find out more »

Disney on Ice – presents Frozen

April 11-14
Rupp Arena
430 W Vine Street, Lexington KY 40507

Disney On Ice presents Frozen visits Rupp Arena from April 11 to 14 for seven performances.

The complete adventure of the Academy Award® winning tale will be told live in this production, capturing the dynamic of two royal sisters, Anna and Elsa. Anna, a girl with an extraordinary heart, embarks on an epic journey to find her sister, the magical Elsa, who is determined to remain secluded as she finally feels free to test the limits of her powers. Rugged mountain man Kristoff, his loyal reindeer Sven, the lovable and hilarious snowman Olaf and the mystical trolls help Anna along the way in this story about love conquering fear. Audiences will get to sing along with such musical masterpieces as “Let it Go,” “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” and “Fixer Upper.”

Tickets here >>

Comedy Off Broadway: Samuel J. Comroe

April 11 @ 7:15pm
The Mall at Lexington Green, Comedy Off Broadway
161 Lexington Green Circle, C4, Lexington KY 40503

Samuel J. Comroe, a Los Angeles native, is a stand-up comedian who performs at over 100 clubs and colleges annually. He made his TV debut on TBS’ Conan, BET’s Real Husbands of Hollywood with Kevin Hart. In 2018 Samuel was a finalist on America’s Got Talent and can currently be seen on America’s Got Talent Champions Edition.  In addition to his TV appearances Sam was recently featured on All Def Digital’s Comedy Originals. He is also the winner of Ricky Gervais’ Comedy Competition, The San Francisco Comedy Competition, and has over 40,000 subscribers on his Youtube Channel. His comedy is made up of the trials and tribulations of living with Tourettes Syndrome since being diagnosed at age six and observational material based on his life experiences.

Tickets here >>

Spring Fling Art Festival

April 13 @ 10am-5pm
Art Alley
100 W Court Street, Lawrenceburg, Regional, KY 40342

Demonstrations and items for sale by artists and photographers, live music by Puncheon Creek 3pm-5pm, and much more at this annual art festival.

Easter Buffet at Proud Mary

April 21 @ 9:30am-3pm
Proud Mary Honky Tonk BBQ

PM LOGO.jpg

Join Proud Mary for an Easter Buffet from 12-4pm. Live music, mimosas, bloody mary bar, and a visit from the Easter Bunny and egg hunt. Enjoy the regular menu items 4pm-8pm

Events and Menu >>

Three-Day Event, Land Rover

April 25-28
Kentucky Horse Park
4089 Iron Works Pkwy, Lexington KY 40511

Now in its 41st year, the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN (LRK3DE) is a thrilling competition featuring Olympic-level riders and horses from across the nation and around the world in what can best be described as an equestrian triathlon. Known as “The Best Weekend All Year,” LRK3DE is a multi-day, highly competitive event in which the world’s best horses and riders vie for their share of $400,000 in prize money, as well as a shot at the $350,000 Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing, which is awarded to any rider who wins the LRK3DE, Mitsubishi Motors Badminton, and Land Rover Burghley Five Star Events in succession.

Buy tickets here >>
Facebook Event page >>

There’s More to Do in the Month of April! #LexHaveFun

Family Friendly Events  | ? Equestrian Events ? | ? Farmers Markets ? | ? Live Music  ? |  FREE Events

 

 

Categories
Events Local Events Newsletter Featurettes

Events We Love! MARCH 2019

Spring is Coming!

We LOVE Lexington & Central Kentucky in the spring … and also these upcoming local events!

UK Women’s Gymnastics vs Central Michigan

March 8 @ 7pm-10pm
Memorial Coliseum

Find out more »

Sabor Latino, Latin Dinner & Dancing

March 7 @ 6pm-10pm
West Main Crafting Co
135 W Main St Lexington, KY 40507

Welcome to the first of EatDrinkLex’s new underground pop-up experiences led by some of the area’s best chefs, bartenders, and entertainers. This is a unique opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in their host’s world. Each experience in unique and will be held in random, unexpected locations, where you can learn from the hosts and more importantly, have fun! Latin Flavor Date Night 5:30-6pm

Find out more »

Alltech Vocal Scholarship Competition

March 10 @ 2pm-4pm
Singletary Center for the Arts
405 Rose Street Lexington, KY 40508

Talented young vocalists from around the world will pursue their operatic dreams and compete for $500,000 in scholarship prizes at the 14th annual Alltech Vocal Scholarship Competition. Alltech and University of Kentucky Opera Theatre cordially invite you to enjoy this enriching experience free of charge.

859-257-9331

Mumford & Sons

March 12 @ 7:30pm
Rupp Arena
430 W Vine St Lexington, KY 40507

Doors open at 6pm. Mumford & Sons will embark on an extensive 60-date worldwide arena tour this fall featuring a groundbreaking new in-the-round stage design. They stop by Rupp  Arena on March 12, 2019 with special guest Cat Power!

Get Tickets here >>

 

There’s More to Do in the Month of March! #LexHaveFun

Family Friendly Events  | ? Equestrian Events ? | ? Farmers Markets ? | ? Live Music  ? |  FREE Events

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Categories
Events Local Events Newsletter Featurettes

Events We Love! February 2019

February Fun

February means romance, fun activities and numerous events!  Here are just some of the things to enjoy in Lexington and Central Kentucky this month.

 

Death By Chocolate
Murder Mystery Dinner & Show

February 16 @ 6:00 pm
The Speakeasy
903 Manchester Street Suite 110
Lexington, KY 40508
Tickets: $54.99

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Enjoy and 3 course meal at The Speakeasy by Bluegrass Catering and a show by Bluegrass Mystery Theatre for Valetine’s.
There are not many things that go together like chocolate and peanut butter, except maybe for Valentine’s Day and chocolate. When Sally Sugar, Harry Heartthrob, Linda Love, and Dominick Decocco receive special invites from Lady Godiva to the Chocolate Craver’s Convention, they cannot refuse to attend. They will be part of a special event where they can taste new chocolate concoctions to help the confectionaries determine what exclusive candies they can create. Our guests soon find out there is a seedy underside to the world of chocolate that invariably leads to murder. Come see Bluegrass Mystery Theatre’s production of Death by Chocolate by Jeffrey Roberts and see if you can figure out if chocolate is truly worth dying for.

Reserve your Tickets »

Tyler Halsey & Steel-N-Thunder

90’s Country Party
February 22 @ 7pm
Austin City Saloon
2350 Woodhill Drive Lexington, KY 40509

No photo description available. No photo description available.

The Bolo Mules & Tyler Halsey and Stealing Thunder take you back to Rhinestones, Neon Moons, Denim, and hopefully a mullet or two. This will be the best 90s party since, well, the 90s. Doors open at 7pm. Tyler Halsey and Stealing Thunder kick it off at 9pm and The Bolo Mules close the show directly after.

Facebook Event >>
Band Page @stealingthundermusic

Vince Gill

February 2 @ 8:00 pm
Newlin Hall
600 West Walnut Street
Danville, KY 40422

One of the most popular singers in modern country music, Vince Gill is famous for his top-notch songwriting, world-class guitar playing and warm, soaring tenor, all wrapped up in a quick and easy wit.

Tickets »

Dierks Bentley
Burning Man Tour 2019

February 21 @ 7pm
Rupp Arena
430 W Vine Street
Lexington, KY 40507

Current three-time CMA nominee Dierks Bentley announced today that his 2019 BURNING MAN TOUR will stop by Rupp Arena on February 21, 2019. Dierks Bentley will be bringing along special guests Jon Pardi, Tenille Townes, and Hot Country Knights. Bentley is known to “pull out all the stops, not quitting until the crowd is whipped into a frothy frenzy” (On Milwaukee) and will continue to do so in 2019 with the run named after his “most affecting song” (Rolling Stone) and hit single “Burning Man” feat. Brothers Osborne.

Buy Tickets »

BIA Cares Pancake Breakfast

February 1 @ 7:30am – 9:30am
Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery
249 Walton Avenue Lexington, KY 40502
Tickets: $10
Image may contain: text

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join BIA Cares at the Ferguson Lexington Showroom, located at 249 Walton Ave Friday, February 1st, 2019 for a fun and delicious morning of all-you-can-eat pancakes, bacon, eggs & more! Tickets to attend are only a minimum $10 donation and can be purchased the morning of the breakfast at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery.

BIA Cares has a big year ahead of them with some very special projects in the works. Off the heals of the hugely successful Operation Military Cheer toy drive for the KY National Guard, BIA Cares is ready to get to work! Stay tuned for this year’s, 2019, next projects.

Bring kids, co-workers, neighbors and friends…and come hungry!

Facebook Event Details >>

Cirque Mechanics 42ft

February 19 @ 7:30pm – 9pm
EKU Center for the Arts
1 Hall Drive Lexington, KY 40475

42 feet full of thrills, laughs and excitement. At the heart of every circus, a 42-foot ring promises entertainment like none other. “Intelligently conceived and expertly executed” (The New York Times), this brand new Cirque Mechanics show takes an industrial spin on traditional circus with acrobats on mechanical wonders, ageless stories spun in mid-air and astonishing theatrics for the whole family. Step right up ladies and gentlemen, and enter the Cirque Mechanics world of gears and canvas, pulleys and sawdust, all within 42FT.

 

 

 

 

Categories
Events Newsletter Featurettes

Local Events to start the year right

Another wonderful new year has arrived, and with it come these fun activities and events to enjoy in Lexington and Central Kentucky!

McTeggart Irish Dance

 

 

 

Twelfth Night Ceili

January 5, 2019
8:00pm – 11:00pm
Location: McTeggart Irish Dance Studio
Address: 3519 Lansdowne Drive, Lexington, KY 40517
 

Join us for our second McTeggart Night! This time, it’s Twelfth Night, a traditional time of festive revelry! Eat a scrumptious dinner, grab your dancing shoes, and come to the McTeggart studio on January 5, 8-11pm. You’ll laugh with new friends, learn a dance or two, enjoy libations for purchase from Hartfield & Co, a hot chocolate and apple cider bar, and live Irish traditional music. A great way to ring in 2019! Ages 21+ only, please. $7 online (plus taxes and fees), $10 at the door.

Find out more »

IP&J Cuban Food dinner at Ranada’s

January 7, 2019 @ 5:00pm – 9:30pm
Location: Ranada’s Bistro + Bar
Address: 400 old vine street , Lexington, KY 40507

 

 

 

 

Come check out some authentic Cuban food from IP&J and enjoy one of the hottest new restaurant environments in Lexington. We will have a cash bar and be featuring a Cuban cocktail special. Buffet style $15 through eventbrite or walk ins welcome $18 at the door. Children 12 or under $10. Alcohol not included. Children 5 and under free. Menu will include Cuban pork, picadillo, chicken legs, black beans and rice, plantains, mixed veggies, and fresh baked buttermilk pie for dessert. We’ll have the Cuban music flowing. When Ranada and IPJ come together now you know you’re in trouble.

Find out more »

BIA Cares Pancake Breakfast

February 1, 2019 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am
Location: Ferguson Showroom
249 Walton Ave Lexington, KY

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Join BIA Cares at the Ferguson Lexington Showroom, located at 249 Walton Ave. for a fun and delicious morning of all-you-can-eat pancakes, bacon, eggs & more! Tickets to attend are only a minimum $10 donation and can be purchased the morning of the breakfast at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery.

Find out more »

Concert with the Stars

January 12, 2019 @ 8:00pm
Location: Lexington Opera House
 
 
 
 
 

“Concert With The Stars” is a cabaret-style concert of Broadway show tunes, interwoven with behind-the-scenes stories from the guest stars. The Broadway Stars of today are joined by the Broadway Hopefuls of tomorrow, in various numbers. The LEX celebrates numerous alums that have made their Broadway or National Tour debut since appearing in a LEX production.

Find out more »

UK v Texas A&M

January 8, 2019 @ 7:00pm
Location: Rupp Arena
Address: 430 West Vine Street Lexington, KY. , Lexington, KY 40507
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

The Wildcats play their home games in Rupp Arena, a facility named for their former coach, Adolph Rupp. Rupp Arena is the largest arena in the United States built specifically for basketball, with an official capacity of 23,500. As a result, Kentucky consistently ranks first in the nation in home game attendance. The team’s huge fan base is often referred to as the “Big Blue Nation” or the “Big Blue Mist”, the latter because the fans typically engulf tournament and neutral-site venues and cities. TV: ESPN/ESPN2/SEC NETWORK RADIO: UK SPORTS NETWORK

Find out more »

Forthcoming Contemporary Dance

Dance Training for children with Down Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder

January 12, 2019 @ 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Location: Lyric Theatre
Address: 300 East Third Street, Lexington, KY 40508
 
 
 
 
 
 

An evening of contemporary dance, live and original music and an exciting variety of circus arts! Plus, a silent auction in the theatre lobby to support Allegro’s Inclusive Dance Outreach Program, providing dance training for children with Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other specific needs in central Kentucky. Tickets $15 in advance or $20 at the door Call (859) 280-2218, visit the Lyric Theatre Box Office or order online at lexingtonlyric.tix.com

Gun & Knife Show

January 12, 2019 @ 9:00am – 5:00pm
Location: Kentucky Horse Park
Address: 4089 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY 40511

 

 

 

 

 

R.K. Shows, one of the largest Gun and Knife Show promoters in the US, has a reputation for bringing you the highest quality gun shows and hunting supply events. Over 25 years of excellence in the making, R.K. Shows is continually increasing in size and quality. Safety is first at all of RK Shows Events, so we will have security and check-in points for the safety of our attendees and vendors at each event.

Find out more »

LCA’s 30th Anniversary Kickoff with Tim Tebow

January 19, 2019 @ 4:00pm
Location: Immanuel Baptist Church
Address: 3100 Tates Creek Rd, Lexington, KY 40502

 

 

 

 

 

 

Two-time national champion, first-round draft pick, and Heisman trophy winner Tim Tebow will be the featured speaker at Immanuel Baptist Church on Saturday, January 19 at 4:00 p.m. as the school kicks off their 30th anniversary celebration and hosts its largest event benefitting the school’s annual fund. The celebration will be held at LCA’s elementary campus, which is housed at Immanuel Baptist Church. Mr. Tebow’s presentation will focus on faith, service, and excellence.

Noted Christian athlete, author and broadcaster, Tim Tebow will help Lexington Christian Academy kick off its 30th year celebration in style. Join us as we celebrate what God has done for and through this school in the past 30 years and re-kindle the fire to see what He will do in the next 30!

If you need handicap accessible seating, please feel free to reach out to Terry Johnson at tjohnson@lexca.org or 859-422-5766.

http://www.lexingtonchristian.org/tebow.cfm

 

 

 

 

 

 

Categories
Events Local Events Newsletter Featurettes

Local Events We ❤ this Month

There’s so much to celebrate and enjoy this month in Lexington and Central Kentucky!  
Here are some of our favorite activities and events!

Southern Lights

November 16 – December 23, 2018 @ 5:30pm – 10:00 pm
Kentucky Horse Park
Campground Entrance
3785 Campground Road, Lexington KY 40511
 

Over 3 miles of lights, Southern Lights offer a driving route open nightly to see the holiday displays. After driving through the lights, guests are invited to park and enjoy the attractions in the park’s interior, which are designed to entertain every member of the family with local crafts, model trains and mini train rides, visits with Santa and an exotic petting zoo.

More details here OR
See Facebook

The Nutcracker

December 2 @ 2pm
Lexington Opera House
401 W. Short Street, Lexington KY 40507

THE NUTCRACKER, performed by the Lexington Ballet Company, marches back onto Lexington Opera House stage this holiday season in an enchanting production that will delight every member of the family. Join Marie on a magical journey with the Sugar Plum Fairy, waltzing flowers, the Snow Queen, and, of course, the Nutcracker Prince as they battle the Mouse King and travel to the Land of Sweets. Lexington Ballet performs this beautiful masterpiece under the artistic direction of Luis Dominguez. It’s sure to put you in the Christmas spirit!

Find out more »

Cookies & Photos with Santa

December 4 @ 3pm – 5pm
Rector Hayden REALTORS
1099 Duval St Ste 250, Lexington KY 40515

Come visit to get your FREE picture with Santa Claus!
Digital copies will be sent to your e-mail address. We will have cookies and milk for everyone as well as coloring and goodies! It will be so much fun! Please feel free to forward this message on to your clients, friends, or family and invite them to join you!

Facebook details here

Yoga at The Livery

December 4 @ 5:45pm
Tuesday nights, weekly
The Livery
238 East Main Street, Lexington KY 40507

Yoga at the Livery is FREE to attend with donations accepted. All ages and experience levels welcome. Doors open at 5:15PM with class starting at 5:45PM. Instructors are rotated quarterly and classes are subject to cancellations at times. Cancellations will be posted with a 24hr notice. Community Yoga is hosted The Livery, a historic venue located at 238 East Main Street. Repurposed in 2013, the Livery now acts as Lexington’s premier event space in a prime downtown location. Modern updates blend with historic rustic details to give a unique, one of a kind venue, right in the heart of Lexington.

See Facebook

Bourbon Barons: The Early Pioneers

December 5 and 20 @ 8:30am
Stone Fence Tours
 
Join us as we go back to the late 1700s to join the early settlers of Kentucky that were traveling the Wilderness Trail with hopes in their heart and stills on their back. We will follow them on their journey into the untamed wilderness to stake their claim, grow their corn and introduce America to its Native spirit. We will concentrate on three of these brave men: Jacob Myers, Elijah Craig and Jacob Spears. You will hear their stories while also visiting three craft distilleries that are in close proximity to the original sites of these Early Pioneers: Wilderness Trail Distillery, Bourbon 30 and Hartfield & Co.

Home for the Holidays: Deck the Halls

December 7 and 14 @ 5:15pm
Stone Fence Tour

Escape the stress and mania of modern Christmas by visiting the Victorian era. We take a step back in time to the bucolic mid-1800s. Let us guide you back in time my vising two of central Kentucky’s most beautiful mansions, Ward Hall and White Hall. We will experience how they each celebrated Christmas. We will see how the Wards and Clays experienced Christmas and enjoy this simpler time when fresh cut pine boughs glowed in the candle light and pine cones and holly berries graced the drawing room. So, deck the halls and ride in our sleigh as we enjoy the holiday and tour these two historical homes. Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la.

Nutcracker on Ice

December 7  and 8 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
December 9 @ 4pm
Lexington Ice Center
560 Eureka Springs Drive, Lexington KY 40517

Join Clara on an enchanted frozen journey this holiday season in The Nutcracker On Ice! This 90 minute version of the Tchaikovsky classic will excite & entertain audiences members of all ages!

Facebook details here

13th Annual YMCA Reindeer Ramble
5k/10k Fun Run & Walk

December 8 @ 9am – 11am
Keeneland Race Track

We encourage you to wear your favorite holiday sweater, Santa suit or “holiday festive” attire and get into the spirit of this holiday fun run/walk – GET CREATIVE! You may register as an individual runner/walker or with a group as a Santapede team. Teams can range from 3 -10 participants. There’s one hitch—you have to be linked together with a garland or ribbon throughout the entire race. Teams can consist of adult and child members. We will recognize the top finishers in each category, as well as those Santapede teams that celebrated the holiday spirit most brightly. This option is only available for the 5K.

Facebook details here

Christmas Country Dance School

December 26 @ 8am – 8pm
Seabury Center, Berea College
313 N Main St, Berea KY 40403
 
A fun way to stay warm! Classes in traditional dance styles including English clog, Country, Morris dance, rapper, Danish, Appalachian clogging, and square dance, plus singing, music, crafts and parties. Advanced leadership classes for callers and dance instructors. Hosted at the Seabury Center at Berea College. Scholarships available. Register by December 1st.

Register by December 1 here

Santa in Winter Wonderland Barn

December 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16 @ 1:30pm
Waveland State Historic Site
225 Waveland Museum Ln, Lexington KY 40514

Santa in Winter Wonderland Barn at Waveland Santa Schedule: Saturday and Sunday’s – December 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16- Pictures with Santa from 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Santa will be providing photo opportunities in the barn for our little guests in the snowy wonderland at Waveland!

Facebook details here

Kids Art Day

December 18 @ 5:00 pm
Crank and Boom
1210 Manchester St, Lexington KY 40504

FREE ART ACTIVITY
FREE ICE CREAM FOR KIDS
FREE SNACKS
AND ART SUPPLY DRIVE!!

Come and go as you’d like. Art activity fun for all ages!

The new year is almost here! On The Move Art Studio needs your help furnishing our new trailer, ARTina, with art supplies for the upcoming classes of 2019. Donations such as canvases, gallon jug and smaller bottled glue, sharpies, googly eyes, table clothes, glitter, paper towels, and watercolor palettes are appreciated!

Facebook details here

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Ballet

December 20 @ 5pm, 8pm
December 21 @ 5pm, 8pm
Singletary Center
405 Rose Street, Lexington KY 40508
Hosted by University Christian Fellowship

FREE Ballet

Facebook details here
Buy Tickets here

 

 

 

 

Categories
Events Local Events Newsletter Featurettes

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
 
Categories
Events Local Events Newsletter Featurettes

Events We ♥️ in September 2018

12th ANNUAL HOT ROD HULLABALOO

September 1
10am-4pm
Shelby’s Speed & Kustom

The 12th Annual Hot Rod Hullabaloo will have a Downhill Hoodlum Race, Miss Hullabaloo Contest, and our Hot Wheels Drag Race for kids 12 & under.

Find out more »

DEVINE’S 11th ANNUAL CORN MAZE & PUMPKIN PATCH

September 14-October 19, Every Friday
6pm-10pm
Devine’s Corn Maze
623 Talmage-Mayo Road
Harrodsburg, KY 40330

Come enjoy getting lost and found in the USA’s #5 best corn maze! Use your intuition to work your way through the winding paths to get to the end. You will have loads of fun! Bring the kids along and let them experience the Kiddie corn maze, hay maze, straw crawl, petting area, pumpkin picking, and nightly bonfire with free marshmallow roasting! 

Find out more »

BEHIND THE FENCES TOUR

Downtown Lexington, Main Street

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.

Find out more »

KENTUCKY CRAFTED TOUR

On the Kentucky Crafted tour, we will visit three of our favorite craft distilleries.

September 17
9:30am – 4:30pm

Kentucky’s craft bourbon distillery scene has boomed over the last decade. On our Kentucky Crafted tour, we will visit three of our favorite craft distilleries.
 
Categories
Events Local Events Newsletter Featurettes

Events We ♥️ in April 2018

Blog Article - Featured Image Template(3)

Local events we LOVE this month

Keeneland racing, Farmers Markets, the Land Rover 3-Day Event, Central KY Home & Garden Show, Thursday Night Live…we could go on and on (and we will!).  There’s no place better than Lexington and Central Kentucky in April!

 

KEENELAND SPRING MEET 2018

April 6 – April 27
Keeneland, 4201 Versailles Road
Lexington, KY 40510 United States + Google Map

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.

Find out more »

 

 

KY Spring Premier Horse Show

April 12 – April 14
Alltech Arena at the KY Horse Park, 4089 Iron Works Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40511 United States + Google Map

A Spring show to showcase the American Saddlebred horse, along with Hackney ponies, Roadsters and Saddle Seat Equitation.

Find out more »

 

 

Home & Garden Show – Central KY

April 6 @ 8:00 am – April 8 @ 5:00 pm
Lexington Center & RUPP Arena, 430 West Vine Street
Lexington, KY 40507 United States + Google Map

One Place. One Weekend. Projects Solved! See the latest home improvement trends and materials. See gardens and landscapes you’ll want at home and enjoy a day of family fun! We can help you get your Projects Solved! The entire Lexington Center will be completely transformed, for one weekend only, into a Home and Garden Extravaganza. From the front door to the backyard you’ll find it all at the Annual Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show.

Find out more »

Corteo: Cirque Du Soleil

April 29 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Lexington Center & RUPP Arena, 430 West Vine Street
Lexington, KY 40507 United States + Google Map

CORTEO will visit Lexington at Rupp Arena for a limited run of five performances, from April 27 to 29, 2018! CORTEO, which means cortege in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown. The show brings together the passion of the actor with the grace and power of the acrobat to plunge the audience into a theatrical world of fun, comedy and spontaneity situated in a mysterious space between heaven and earth. The clown pictures his…

Find out more »

LAND ROVER KY 3-Day Event

April 26 @ 8:00 am – April 29 @ 5:00 pm
KY Horse Park, 4089 Iron Works Parkway
Lexington, KY 40511 United States + Google Map

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the 1978 World Three-Day Event Championships at the Kentucky Horse Park, which developed into the long-standing annual Kentucky Three-Day Event, one of the world’s most prestigious — and popular equestrian events. “The Land Rover Kentucky-Three Day event is a sell-out weekend for Lexington’s hospitality community! It’s always a great pleasure to welcome riders and fans from across the globe to the Kentucky Horse Park every April,” said Mary Quinn Ramer, president of Visit…

Find out more »

The Jungle Book @ Lexington Opera House

April 14 – April 15
Lexington Opera House, 401 West Short Street
Lexington, KY 40507 United States + Google Map

Based on a collection of stories by the English author Rudyard Kipling. See the jungle and its beloved creatures come to life through the eyes of Mowgli. April 14 2:00pm April 14 7:30pm Box Office opens 90 min before performances This Jungle Book ballet premiere brings the stories of English author Rudyard Kipling to life. See the jungle and its beloved creatures through the eyes of Mowgli. Original choreography by Luis Dominguez. Discounts for youth, students, seniors and military may…

Find out more »

There’s More to Do in the Month of April! #LexHaveFun

Family Friendly Events  | ? Equestrian Events ? | ? Farmers Markets ? | ? Live Music  ? |  FREE Events
Categories
Events Local Events Newsletter Featurettes

Events We Love! MARCH 2018

March Fun – Spring is Coming!

We LOVE Lexington & Central Kentucky in the spring … and also these upcoming local events!

Bluegrass Trust Antiques & Garden Show 2018

March 2 – March 4
Alltech Arena at the KY Horse Park, 4089 Iron Works Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40511 United States + Google Map

More than 80 Quality Exhibitors of Fine Antiques, Gardens & Landscapes, Interior Design Vignettes, Jewelry, Fine Art, Prints & Maps, Rugs, Silver, Garden Stone Art, Iron Work, Mid-Century Modern Décor & More!   World-Class Location Kentucky Horse Park’s Alltech Arena, Lexington, KY Located at 4089 Ironworks Parkway, just off I-75, Exit 120 2018 Show Dates March 2, 3, 4 NEW Show Hours: Friday and Saturday 10 am – 6 pm, Sunday 11 am – 4 pm    Daily show ticket:…

Find out more »

Meet the NEIGHbors

March 3 – March 4
Various Locations

Horse Country, Inc., a not-for-profit organization offering tours at area equine attractions, is hosting two days of FREE tours, giving local access to our studs, nurseries, and clinics! Meet the NEIGHbors is an opportunity for you to visit one of our members in your own back yard, peek behind the scenes at an equine medical clinic, see famous stallions or even meet foals and yearlings at the very beginning of their careers! This premiere event will be held at various…

Find out more »

Community Conversation on Homelessness in Lexington

March 9 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center, 141 East Main Street
Lexington, KY 40507 United States + Google Map

Description Attendees: Any private citizen, business, organization, elected official, stakeholder, or funder Breakfast provided starting at 8:15 New regulations across the United States and Canada, as well as emerging best practices, are prompting communities to rethink their approach to homelessness. Traditionally, most communities are great at managing homelessness, but ending homelessness requires a fundamental shift in thinking and approach. Highlights: distinguishing between homeless and street involved, what solutions provide lasting and positive change, what is happening in Lexington, plans moving…

Find out more »

Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival

March 17
Courthouse Plaza, 120 North Limestone
Lexington, KY 40507 United States + Google Map

Join us in downtown Lexington this St. Patrick’s Day!Lexington’s St. Patrick’s parade is the city’s longest-running annual civic event. The parade and festival are part of an all-day celebration that begins at 8 a.m. with the 12th annual Shamrock Shuffle to benefit Lexington Habitat for Humanity. At 11 a.m., the “Blessing of the Keg” at the Alltech tents at Robert F. Stephens Courthouse kicks off the free festival. The parade begins at 1 p.m., rain or shine! Schedule 11 a.m…

Find out more »

Easter at the Trace

March 25 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Buffalo Trace Distillery, 113 Great Buffalo Trace
Frankfort, KY 40601 United States + Google Map

Be sure to register for this egg-citing event for children and parents! Search for thousands of treat- filled eggs, plus enjoy refreshments and pictures with the Easter Bunny. Advanced registration required to attend event. All activities are complimentary. Event Opens: 11:00am Hunt Times Ages 0-2: 12:00pm Ages 3-4: 12:15pm Ages 5-8: 12:45pm Ages 9-11: 1:00pm Event concludes at 2:00pm Online registration begins February 25. No pets allowed, aside from service animals.

Find out more »

 

There’s More to Do in the Month of March! #LexHaveFun

Family Friendly Events  | ? Equestrian Events ? | ? Farmers Markets ? | ? Live Music  ? |  FREE Events
Categories
Events Local Events Newsletter Featurettes

Events We Love! February 2018

February Fun

February means romance, fun activities and numerous events!  Here are just some of the things to enjoy in Lexington and Central Kentucky this month.

 

KY Sport, Boat and Recreation Show 2018

February 8 @ 8:00 am – February 11 @ 5:00 pm
Lexington Center & RUPP Arena, 430 West Vine Street
Lexington, KY 40507 United States + Google Map

Shake off the cabin fever and enjoy great outdoor products, exclusive deals, and entertainment that includes fishing, farm animals, and zip lining! Thursday 2-9 pm; Friday 2-10 pm; Saturday 9 am – 9 pm; Sunday 10 am – 5 pm.

Find out more »

LEXPHIL: Revolution

February 9 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
UK – Singletary Center for the Arts, 405 Rose Street
Lexington, KY 40508 United States + Google Map

LexPhil opens the second half of the 2017/18 Season with Shostakovich’s ground-breaking Symphony No. 7 in Revolution! Dedicated to the city of Leningrad, this work has remained a symbol of resistance against totalitarianism and militarism in both the Soviet Union and the West.

Valentine’s Dinner at Woodford Reserve

February 10 @ 8:00 am – February 14 @ 5:00 pm
Woodford Reserve Distillery, 7855 McCracken Pike
Versailles, KY 40383 United States + Google Map
$80

Bring your special someone and celebrate Valentine’s Day at Woodford Reserve. Both evenings will feature distillery tours, a beautiful four-course plated meal, cash bar and live music. Guests must be 21 and over to attend. https://www.woodfordreserve.com/age?location=/events/

Find out more »

Valentine’s Dinner at The KY Castle

February 10 @ 8:00 am – February 15 @ 5:00 pm
CastlePost, 230 Pisgah Pike
Versailles, KY United States + Google Map

Join us for an enchanted evening. Bring your special someone to a magical night out at The Kentucky Castle.  Make this the best Valentine’s night of their life in the most romantic setting possible. You’ll be served an inspired 4 course meal in an enchanting setting. To book a room as well, click here (link will open in new window).  Rooms are EXTREMELY limited.

Find out more »

Lexington Ballet – My Fair Lady

February 10 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Lexington Opera House, 401 West Short Street
Lexington, KY 40507 United States + Google Map

This classic story of My Fair Lady is based on George Bernard Shaw’s Pygmalion and immortalized on Broadway and in film. The tale of Professor Higgins and his wager to transform a poor flower girl into a proper lady is a delightful romance for a Valentine’s weekend celebration.

Find out more »

New Home & Remodeling Marketplace with BIACentralKY

February 23 @ 8:00 am – February 25 @ 5:00 pm
Alltech Arena at the KY Horse Park, 4089 Iron Works Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40511 United States + Google Map
 

Curious about the housing industry in Lexington? Attend the New Home & Remodeling Marketplace to meet local building professionals who can help introduce you to the Lexington Lifestyle! Event is in the North Exhibit Hall and Concourse of the Alltech Arena. Free parking.

Find out more »

Walk for Warmth – End Homelessness

February 24 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Phoenix Park, 100 E Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508 United States + Google Map

Help end homelessness in Lexington. Join us in this two-mile walk-a-thon through downtown Lexington in support of our Homeless Intervention Program. This program provides the first month’s rent for individuals and families who are homeless, along with housing counseling, help creating a household budget, and ongoing case management. Your fund-raising efforts will ensure we can provide housing for more homeless neighbors this year!

Find out more »

 

There’s More to Do in the Month of November! #LexHaveFun

Family Friendly Events  | ? Equestrian Events ? | ? Farmers Markets ? | ? Live Music  ? |  FREE Events