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 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.
