Week of Events
L&N Federal Credit Union Great Balloon Glow
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 […]
Monday, April 20, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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April 21, 2026 -Dare to Care Taste of Derby Festival
Dare to Care Taste of Derby Festival
What's better than sampling some of Louisville's best dishes and helping a worthy cause? Not much. Perhaps that's why each year the turnout increases for Dare to Care's “Taste of […]
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
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April 23, 2026 -Fascinator Affair 2026
Fascinator Affair 2026
Fifth Annual Fascinator Affair Presented by Mac and Catherine Willett Sponsored by James and Margaret Bell & In Good Company Rentals Waterfront Botanical Gardens' annual fashion show and luncheon. Featuring […]
Friday, April 24, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
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April 25, 2026 -Cars + Coffee
Cars + Coffee
Returning for a fourth year to the Kentucky Derby Festival schedule, the Cars & Coffee Car Show is set for Saturday, April 25th at Kroger's Fest-a-Ville. Fans can enjoy exotic cars, muscle cars, imports, German and American favorites from all over the region under the lights. Produced by Exotic Cars & Coffee. Admission to view […]
Sunday, April 26, 2026
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April 26, 2026 -Sunday Funday at Churchill Downs
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April 26, 2026 -Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade
Sunday Funday at 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 […]
Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade
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 […]