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So Much to be Thankful for – and to Enjoy!

November provides us with many great activities and events in Lexington and Central Kentucky!  Here are some that you won’t want to miss.


 

National Horse Show

Alltech Arena
October 25 – November 3

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

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Night Market

Recurring monthly, 1st Friday until December 6

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.

Details
  • Dates: May 3, 2019 – December 6, 2019
  • Recurrence: Recurring monthly on the 1st Friday
  • Location: 700 Block of Bryan Avenue
  • Phone: (859) 379-2049
  • Time: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
  • Price: Free

Beyond Grits Culinary Walking Tours: The Kentucky Classics

Recurring weekly on Saturday until December 28
Lexington Visitors Center

Led by local foodie, Alex Cain, spend the morning on a culinary walking tour through downtown Lexington learning about Lexington’s deep agricultural roots and booming food scene. With inventive and field-to-fork cuisine at every turn and local chefs on a mission to showcase the unique southern flavors in and around Lexington, this city is undergoing a culinary movement. All tours begin at the Lexington Visitor Center and end at the Lexington Farmers’ Market. Alex will share information about Kentucky food traditions and historical facts while visiting some of the best restaurants in downtown. At most of the stops you will hear from the chefs themselves while enjoying locally-sourced, bite-sized offerings.

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Wise Bird Trivia Mondays

Recurring weekly on Monday until November 18
Wise Bird Cider Co.

Head out to Wise Bird Cider in the Distillery District every Monday for trivia! Free to play, fun to play – join in on the general knowledge weekly show excitement while enjoying some yummy cider. 

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Woodsongs Old-Time Radio Hour

Recurring weekly on Monday until December 16
Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center

Join in the fun of a music show taped live and broadcast around the world. Audience must be seated by 6:45 pm.  Show starts at 7:00 pm. Please call to confirm the show if the Monday you would like to attend falls on or near a holiday. 

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UK Football vs. University of Tennessee

November 9
Kroger Field

Books & Brews

November 14
The Mane on Main

Think you know books and literature? Prove it, and you could win a gift basket from West Sixth Brewing, or a gift card from Joseph-Beth Booksellers. Join Local Action Trivia to test your knowledge of books, authors, literature, and movie adaptations at the first annual Books & Brews Trivia, a competition made for book nerds. Prizes and bragging rights will be awarded.

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26th Annual Southern Lights

November 15 – December 31
Kentucky Horse Park

The 26th Annual Southern Lights includes a self-guided four mile journey through a dreamland of fabulous light displays including never-before-seen displays and traditional favorites. Following the driving tour, families are encouraged to park and visit the holiday craft merchants, the KHP Gift Shop, seasonal entertainment and activities for children, petting zoo, pony and camel rides and so much more!

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38th Annual Kentucky Book Fair

November 16
Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park

Fair

Nearly 200 regional and national authors will be in attendance, including Jim Acosta, Elliot Ackerman, Scott Pelley, Casey Cep, Jessica Wilkerson, Rosemary Wells, Frank X Walker, and Wendell and Tanya Berry. Panel discussions and author presentations will take place on two stages throughout the day.

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Truck-a-Palooza

November 16
1631 Old Frankfort Pike

Kids of all ages are invited to this family-friendly event, where they can learn about and explore more than 20 trucks from the Department of Environmental Quality and Public Works. Meet the drivers who help keep Lexington running, plus see trucks in action during the “road-eo” skills challenge. Stop by for crafts, games and giveaways throughout the day! Enter Via Jimmie Campbell Dr.

https://www.lexingtonky.gov/trucks

Details
  • Presented By: Lexington’s Department of Environmental Quality and Public Works
  • Dates: November 16, 2019
  • Location: 1631 Old Frankfort Pike
  • Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Price: Free

 

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Events We ♥️ in May 2019


Local events we LOVE this month

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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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.

Tickets here >>


 

 

 

Night Market December 2017

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Night Market

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.

Want to know more about NoLi Neighborhood and the Night Market? Read our piece on the November 2016 Night Market here, https://news.rhr.com/neighborhood-insights-north-limestone/ 

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Night Market November 2017

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Night Market

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.

Want to know more about NoLi Neighborhood and the Night Market? Read our piece on the November 2016 Night Market here, https://news.rhr.com/neighborhood-insights-north-limestone/ 

Night Market October 2017

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Night Market

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.

Want to know more about NoLi Neighborhood and the Night Market? Read our piece on the November 2016 Night Market here, https://news.rhr.com/neighborhood-insights-north-limestone/ 

Night Market September 2017

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Night Market

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.

Want to know more about NoLi Neighborhood and the Night Market? Read our piece on the November 2016 Night Market here, https://news.rhr.com/neighborhood-insights-north-limestone/ 

Night Market August 2017

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Night Market

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.

Want to know more about NoLi Neighborhood and the Night Market? Read our piece on the November 2016 Night Market here, https://news.rhr.com/neighborhood-insights-north-limestone/ 

Night Market July 2017

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Night Market

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.

Want to know more about NoLi Neighborhood and the Night Market? Read our piece on the November 2016 Night Market here, https://news.rhr.com/neighborhood-insights-north-limestone/ 

Night Market June 2017

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Night Market

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.

Want to know more about NoLi Neighborhood and the Night Market? Read our piece on the November 2016 Night Market here, https://news.rhr.com/neighborhood-insights-north-limestone/ 

Night Market @ NoLiLex

A monthly pop-up open air-market/street festival held on the first Friday of every month from April to 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.