• L&N Federal Credit Union Great Balloon Glow

    Waterfront Park Big Four Bridge Lawn 1101 River Road, Louisville, KY, United States

    One of the most anticipated events of balloon race weekend is the Kentucky Derby Festival Great Balloon Glow. This year, there will be TWO opportunities to see the Balloon Glow, as it returns to Kroger's Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront on Thursday, April 23 and Friday, April 24. Thursday, April 23, 2026 7:00 PM: Parade of Balloons […]

  • Racing Louisville vs Orlando Pride

    Lynn Family Stadium

    Racing Louisville FC is our city's top-tier professional sports team playing in the National Women's Soccer League. Racing both features members of the U.S. Women's National Team and faces off against the icons of women's soccer including Trinity Rodman, Rose Lavelle and Mallory Swanson. Join us at Lynn Family Stadium this year and cheer on […]

  • Steamboat Supper + Evening Cruise

    Belle of Louisville Riverboats 401 W River Road, Louisville, KY, United States

    There's nothing like a classic! A cruise up the Ohio River is the perfect opportunity to sit back and relax with some good tunes and gorgeous views. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the river as we show you the town from an all-new perspective—out on the water. Grab a cocktail from our full bar. […]

  • Cherokee Triangle Art Fair

    Willow Avenue and Cherokee Road 1402 Willow Avenue, Louisville, Louisville

    The Cherokee Triangle Art Fair is a juried fair with more than 200 artists’ booths. The two-day event is free and open to the public. The Art Fair is held in Louisville’s historic Cherokee Triangle neighborhood on tree-lined Cherokee Parkway between Willow Avenue and Cherokee Road. The neighbors are friendly and welcoming as they celebrate […]

  • LouCity vs. Fort Wayne FC

    Lynn Family Stadium

    Since starting play in 2015, Louisville City FC has quickly established a reputation for winning on the pitch and solid fan support. LouCity, as the club is often referred to, is a fully professional USL Championship member, now sanctioned Division 2 by U.S. Soccer. The USL Championship includes more than 20 teams across the country. […]

  • Sunday Funday at Churchill Downs

    Churchill Downs

    Sunday racing returns to Kentucky Derby Week for the first time since 2010, which gives the community an extra day to celebrate the seasonal fun with brunch options around the track. Gates Open 11:30 a.m. | First Race 12:45 p.m. For tickets and more information: Sunday Funday 2026 | Spring Meet | Events | Kentucky […]

  • Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade

    Kentucky Derby Festival West on Broadway from Cambell to 9th street, Louisville, KY, United States

    The 2026 Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade returns to Broadway in Downtown Louisville on Sunday, April 26. This family-friendly annual event showcases some of the nation's finest marching bands and equestrian units, along with inflatable characters and colorful floats. The parade marches west on Broadway for 17 blocks and lasts approximately two hours. Originating in […]

  • Yoga at West Sixth Nulu!

    Yoga at West Sixth Nulu!
    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!

  • Great Bed Races Presented by Snap-on

    Kentucky Exposition Center 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, Kentucky

    Grab four of your co-workers, build a bed on wheels, decorate it, dress in a ridiculous costume—and then race to the finish. That pretty much sums up the Kentucky Derby Festival Great Bed Races. Each year, thousands of enthusiasts gather to cheer on more than 30 teams, while on-air personalities from WAVE TV anchor the […]

  • Great Steamboat Race by Shepherd Insurance

    Belle of Louisville Riverboats 401 W River Road, Louisville, KY, United States

    As one of the original and longest standing traditions of the Kentucky Derby Festival, the Great Steamboat Race has been taking place on the Ohio River since 1963. Ask any local, this event has become a Louisville tradition in the leadup to Derby weekend! The event pits vessels against each other, including the Belle of […]

  • Louisville Kings vs. St. Louis Battlehawks

    Lynn Family Stadium

    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 […]

  • Yoga at West Sixth Nulu!

    Yoga at West Sixth Nulu!
    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!