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Yoga at West Sixth Nulu!
2026-05-11 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | West Sixth Nulu, 817 E Market Street Suite 101, Louisville, Kentucky
Come join us for Community Yoga at West Sixth Nulu. The instructor does this every Monday at 6 pm, all levels are welcome. This event is donation-based, give what you can!

Forge Cellars at Nouvelle
2026-05-12 17:00 - 21:00 | Nouvelle Bar & Bottle, 214 S. Clay Street, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Forge Cellars – Finger Lakes
Tuesday – May 12th
We are stoked to announce that the legendary Finger Lakes producer, @forgecellars is rolling up to Nouvelle for a great evening of libations and story telling! Owner and wine maker @RickRainey is going to be slinging his wines and posting up at the bar with us for one stellar night!
Join us on Tuesday – May 12th @ 5pm to meet an Icon!
@forgecellars is a benchmark producer in the Finger Lakes region of New York that sets a standard of quality for this very overlooked American appellation.
We will have a special menu of various veins and flights available that evening with @RickRainey on hand to drop some deep knowledge.
No Cover! 21+ Only (Sorry no infants)

Louisville BSB vs. Bellarmine
2026-05-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Jim Patterson Stadium, 3015 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY, 40208, United States
Cheer on the Cards as they compete against the Knights!
For tickets and more information: Baseball Tickets – University of Louisville Athletic

Louisville Laughs Open Mic
2026-05-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Ten20, 1020 E Washington St, Louisville, KY, United States
Join Louisville Laughs for a comedy open mic with comics from across the region. Each show features a special guest. Enjoy a night of laughter, craft beer, pizza, nachos and more.
For tickets and more information: Louisville Laughs – Wednesday Open Mic

Earth, Wind, and Fire
2026-05-13 20:00 - 22:30 | The Louisville Palace, 625 South 4th Street, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Legendary band Earth, Wind & Fire brings its timeless sound to The Louisville Palace for an unforgettable night of music, rhythm, and celebration. One of the most influential and successful groups in music history, Earth, Wind & Fire are known for their genre‑defying blend of funk, soul, R&B, pop, jazz, and disco, paired with high‑energy performances and unmistakable style.
With a catalog packed full of iconic hits and dance‑floor classics, the band continues to captivate audiences across generations. Fans can expect an electrifying live show filled with joyful grooves, soaring vocals, and musicianship that has earned Earth, Wind & Fire enduring acclaim and multiple Grammy Awards.
For tickets and more information: Earth, Wind & Fire Tour Dates – Earth Wind & Fire

Twilight Thursdays at Churchill Downs
2026-05-14 17:00 - 20:30 | Churchill Downs
Twilight Thursdays return with live Thoroughbred racing, $2 select domestic beer, live music and an array of locally popular food trucks in The Paddock Plaza each Thursday of the Spring Meet!

$2 select domestic beer (The Paddock Bar)
Live music on the Paddock Plaza Stage
Food Trucks

Gates Open 4 p.m. | First Race 5 p.m.
For tickets and more information: Twilight Thursdays | Spring Meet | Events | Churchill Downs

Line Dancing at The Palm Room
2026-05-14 18:00 - 22:00 | The Palm Room, 1821 W Jefferson Street, Louisville, Kentucky
Are you interested to learn Line Dancing or just joining in on the fun? Line Dancing Thursdays are hosted by Instructor Monica Bizzle, and they are free of charge!

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents The Greatest Show On Earth
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-17 | KY
Step inside The Greatest Party On Earth – Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents The Greatest Show On Earth®! Reimagined for a new generation, this larger-than-life production bursts into Louisville, playing at the KFC Yum! Center from May 15-17, 2026, with new acts, jaw-dropping talent, and the high-flying excitement that has defined The Greatest Show On Earth® for more than 150 years.
The Greatest Show On Earth® is back with a high-energy, music-driven experience with bold circus performances, unforgettable characters, and a nonstop party vibe. This new production moves at the speed of today’s world: fast-paced, dynamic, and full of energy – bringing audiences closer than ever to the talent and heart that make The Greatest Show On Earth® unforgettable. It’s an adrenaline-packed celebration of human talent, where world-class athletes and performers from around the globe showcase extraordinary, jaw-dropping skills that make Children Of All Ages feel like they’re part of The Greatest Party On Earth!
For tickets and more information: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents The Greatest Show On Earth | KFC Yum! Center

2026 Night at the Frazier
2026-05-15 17:30 - 23:30 | Frazier History Museum, 829 W Main Street, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Night at the Frazier returns May 15, 2026, as a star-spangled gala celebrating Red, White & Bluegrass in honor of America’s 250th anniversary! This signature annual event invites our community to gather for an unforgettable evening at the Frazier Kentucky History Museum to celebrate our state’s culture and heritage while supporting the museum’s mission to inspire, engage, and educate by connecting the past with the present to shape the future.
The evening brings together supporters, partners, and friends of the museum for a dynamic experience that reflects the spirit of Kentucky through thoughtfully curated food and cocktails, live entertainment, immersive gallery experiences, and opportunities to engage with the museum’s work in education, preservation, and cultural connection.
Attire is semi-formal. The theme is “Red, White, & Bluegrass”—so think stars and stripes, bold reds and blues, crisp whites, and a little sparkle for good measure!
For tickets and more information: Night at the Frazier Gala | Kentucky History Museum

Summer Garden Jazz Series
2026-05-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Nouvelle Bar & Bottle, 214 S. Clay Street, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Come by every weekend (Friday & Saturday) in the summer to enjoy jazz in Nouvelle’s garden. You will catch some of Louisville’s finest musicians playing some super deep cuts while you sip on wine and cocktails. It is the grooviest way to enjoy the weekends in the city!
DATES: Fridays & Saturdays: 8pm-10pm
Admission: Free

Forest Fest
2026-05-16 11:30 - 19:00 | Jefferson Memorial Forest, 12304 Holsclaw Hill, Louisville, KY, 40118, United States
Join us on 5/16 at Forest Fest, our annual bluegrass and americana music festival! Enjoy a family-friendly day of live music, workshops, nature play, and local makers in the middle of beautiful Jefferson Memorial Forest.

Louisville Kings vs DC Defenders
2026-05-16 12:00 - 14:30 | Lynn Family Stadium, 350 Adams Street, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
The Louisville Kings will call Lynn Family Stadium home field this spring. As Louisville’s premier destination for pro-soccer and entertainment events, this stadium offers the ideal atmosphere for high energy, entertainment and intimate fan feel that will make every game day unforgettable! Close to downtown, this convenient location allows fans from across the region the opportunity to enjoy high quality pro-football from amazing views around the stadium, a variety of amenities and luxury experiences fit for our royal kingdom.
For tickets and more information: Louisville Kings Schedule 2026 – The UFL

Grand Ole Time - Patio Party
2026-05-17 13:00 - 18:00 | Nouvelle Bar & Bottle, 214 S. Clay Street, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
It is such a pleasure to once again throw an all out patio bash with our friends at @grandcruselections from NYC. As always the international man of passion Mr. Eric Railsback @erailsba is coming to make sure things run smoothly!
Join us on Sunday – May 19th 2026 @ 1pm to experience some of the most exciting wines being imported into the USA!
We are also getting a lot of help from our friends to do it up properly. @taqueria.aguila will be slinging some absolutely sensational Mexican dishes that really slap while @wannadancedjs will be grooving us with pure hip swinging decadence! As always, we are putting together a wildly deep rotation of wines, including a stunning Champagne list & pours from a few really BIG BOTTLES!
We love working with the greatest minds in wine imports to bring stunning and hard to find producers here to the Louisville community at Nouvelle. @grandcruselections is one of the most progressive and inspiring purveyors of top notch quality wines in the world. We can’t to wait to party with you and our close distribution friends at @stelvio_midwest
Trust us when we say, DO NOT MISS THIS!
No tickets required. Just come eat, drink, and groove!

Clejan at Studio 1A Louisville
2026-05-17 15:30 - 19:00 | Studio 1A, 3900 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY, 40207, United States
Clejan is a boundary-breaking artist from Atlanta, GA, who fuses heavy-hitting trap music with the elegance of the violin. A classically trained violinist since age 3, he has independently released over 100 original songs and built a global audience of millions as the trap violinist.
This journey has led him to share stages with legends like Snoop Dogg, Busta Rhymes, and Demi Lovato, and in 2025, he sold out his entire solo cross-country tour. Today he’s back on the road, bringing a raw hip-hop energy and virtuosic performance together like no one else in the world.
Listen closely – it will light your inner fire. Catch the fire live. Get your tickets now to his 1st ever Louisville show!
For tickets and more information: Clejan at Studio 1A Louisville Tickets, Sunday, May 17 • 3:30 PM – 7 PM | Eventbrite
