Owl Night Hike

Learn about the owls of Central Kentucky and experience them in person on a night hike! Members of the Central Kentucky Audubon Society will share their knowledge during a hike through The Arboretum and into the woods where hikers will try to catch a peak at the mysterious birds. Departing from the Visitor Center at 5:30 p.m. bring binoculars and flashlights.

Recommended for ages 7+.

This program is completely outdoors; make sure to dress in warm layers. 

Suggested donation: $3 per person or $5 per family.

Lexington’s Bluegrass BBQ Festival

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The region’s top barbecue pitmasters will head to downtown Lexington – and everyone will eat – at the inaugural Big Ass® Bluegrass BBQ FEST and hosted by Smiley Pete Publishing.

The festival will also feature a variety of beer and bourbon along with live blues and bluegrass musical performances.