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June 2019 Calendar of Events


Local events we LOVE this month

 

Here comes summer — with SO much to enjoy, see and do!

Here are some of the events and activities we love during the month of June, happening in Lexington and all around Central Kentucky! 


Zip, Paddle & Saddle

Tour Pike County
Pikeville, KY
606-432-5063

Come explore the Appalachian culture and heritage outside on the water or an afternoon horsback riding where the Hatfields & McCoys called home, Pikevillle Pike County, KY. Check out the Feud tours.

Horse Trail Rides, Kayaking, Tubing, Ziplining…Tour Pike Kentucky has all the outdoor activities.

Details here >>


Ol’ Iron Rundown Hot Rod & Custom Car Show

June 1 @ 10am – 4pm
$20 entry fee, spectators free
123 S Chiles Street
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
859-605-6388

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1972 & Older – traditional hot rod & custom.


Rooftop Yoga at the Castle

June 1 @ 9am – 10am
The Kentucky Castle
230 Pisgah Pike
Versailles, KY 40383
859-256-0322
$15

Join us as we celebrate Spring with Yoga on the rooftop of the Kentucky Castle!

Bring your yoga mat, relax and enjoy an hour of wellness in the fresh spring air. For all levels and ages, including beginners. Sessions are led by certified yoga instructors from locally owned Homegrown Yoga. See you on the rooftop!

If inclement weather, the class will be held in the Greenhouse.


Mystery Dinner Theatre at the Castle

June 3 @ 7pm – 9pm
The Kentucky Castle
230 Pisgah Pike
Versailles, KY 40383
859-256-0322
$75-$600

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Enjoy an evening on the Rooftop of The Kentucky Castle with an Interactive Mystery Dinner Theatre performance! Enjoy a buffet dinner on the Roof prepared by our award-winning chef. Guests who solve the mystery will compete to win a free night’s stay!

“Another Fistful of Bullets!” A film production company is rehearsing and shooting scenes for an upcoming B-western movie, “Another Fistful of Bullets!” There are those who will go to great lengths to ensure that the movie is never made!

 


Bluegrass BBQ Fest

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June 7 @ 5pm – 11pm
June 8 @ 11am – 11pm
Location: Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza downtown Lexington
Event by: Smiley Pete Publishing
859-266-6537

Enjoy BBQ, Beer, Bourbon, Live Music downtown Lexington, family-friendly atmosphere.


Kentucky Reptile Expo 2019

June 22 @ 10am – 4pm
Lexington Convention Center
430 W. Vine St Lexington, KY 40507
513-910-0900

$6 (10yrs and under get in FREE)

The NEW Kentucky Reptile Expo is held bi-monthly in Lexington. The show features captive bred reptiles and supplies from some of the top breeders in the country.
It is an excellent opportunity to see fascinating reptiles, amphibians, spiders, insects, and more, as well as learn more about them by talking with experts in their care. It is also a great way to save money since almost all animals and products are offered at wholesale prices, which may be over 50% lower than those of pet stores.


It’s a Grand Night For Singing!

June 7 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm
June 8 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm
June 9 @ 2pm – 4pm
June 14 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm
June 15 @ 7:30[m – 9:30pm
June 16 @ 2pm – 4pm

UK Singletary Center for the Arts
405 Rose Street, Lexington KY 40508

Adult: $45-$55
Senior: $40-$50
Student: $15

University of Kentucky Opera Theatre presents “It’s a Grand Night For Singing! 2019” in the SCFA Concert Hall. Reserved Seating, price by location.

Get tickets here >>


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

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

 

 

 

12th Annual Hot Rod Hullabaloo

Hosted by Shelby’s Speed and 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. This is a great family event you won’t want to miss.

The annual Hot Rod Hullabaloo is coming up on Saturday September 1 (Labor Day Weekend), 10am-4pm, and we hope that you can be there! The show is focused on pre-’68 models, but all makes, models and newer vehicles are welcome to attend! There will be live music by Danny Dean and the Homewreckers, Rockabilly DJs, bbq, souvenirs, vendors, Miss Hullabaloo Pageant and the world famous “Hoodlum Down Hill Race”. We expect over 650 vehicles this year!

This hot rod get together is absolutely free to participate in! Shelby’s Way will be collecting donations for the cause (Bringing Awareness to Suicide Prevention) as well as selling t-shirts and other merchandise to raise money for the 501c3 non-profit. So, please spread the word to your friends and family about the event and the cause behind it.

We are asking that all vehicles register (for free) to the event this year. Go check out their website to signup!