Sunday Funday - Belle of Louisville
2026-05-24 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-31 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Belle of Louisville Riverboats, 401 W River Road, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Turn your Sunday into #SundayFunDay aboard the historic Belle of Louisville! Cruise away the afternoon as you take in the sights and sounds of the Ohio River. Whether you choose to enjoy a delicious buffet meal option, jam along to our playlist, play games with your fellow passengers or just sit back and feel the breeze on our outdoor decks, wrap up your weekend your way.

For tickets and more information: Louisville Sunday Funday Cruise – Belle of Louisville

Mayor's Hike, Bike, & Paddle
2026-05-25 08:00 - 12:00 | Waterfront Park Big Four Bridge Lawn, 1101 River Road, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
This yearʼs Hike will consist of a 4-mile walk with multiple marked turnaround points along the way. Travel from the Great Lawn and follow the Ohio River east to RiverPark Place and back. The furthest distance will cross the Big Four Bridge into Indiana and come back. Cycle from the Great Lawn out to Shawnee Park and back for nearly 12 miles. The roads will be closed for safe travel to Shawnee Park, and volunteers will guide cyclists throughout the course. Paddlers will have the option of launching at the Harbor Lawn or the U of L Boat Docks and paddle downstream to meet the other paddlers. This yearʼs paddle will go from the Harbor Lawn downriver to the McAlpine Locks, through the locks, and to the Shawnee Park Boat Ramp.
Beginning at 8 a.m., there will be plenty of fun, free fitness activities for you to enjoy. FREE t-shirts are available to the first 2,000 people. The t-shirt tent will open at 8:00 a.m., so make sure to get in line early! The Hike, Bike & Paddle portion of the event will begin at 10 a.m.!
For more information: Mayor’s Hike, Bike & Paddle | LouisvilleKY.gov

Floral Frenzy
2026-05-25 11:00 - 19:00 | Kentucky Kingdom Theme & Water Park, 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY, 40209, United States
Experience color in motion, celebrating the transition from spring to summertime in Louisville. Kentucky Kingdom’s Floral Frenzy festival commemorates the boldness of color with a larger-than-life Mosaiculture and live flower walls! Guests will have the opportunity to capture picture-perfect moments under our colorful canopy and hear rich sounds as live music filled the air. Return this Spring to celebrate the fun of the seasons with all your senses!
For tickets and more information: Floral Frenzy

WFPK Waterfront Wednesdays
2026-05-27 17:00 - 22:30 | Waterfront Park Big Four Bridge Lawn, 1101 River Road, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Waterfront Park and 91.9 WFPK Independent Louisville first partnered in 2002 to produce an innovative concert series that showcased local and emerging national recording artists, as heard on 91.9 WFPK. Each free concert attracts audiences to enjoy music on the river in a family-friendly park atmosphere with a cash bar and local food trucks.
For more information: WFPK Waterfront Wednesdays – Waterfront Park

LouGrass Session: Backwoods Bluegrass
2026-05-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Charr’d Bourbon Kitchen & Lounge, 1903 Embassy Square Boulevard, Louisville, Kentucky, 40299
LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky Music
Enjoy free Bluegrass by the Backwoods Bluegrass Band on Thursday, May 8th, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Charr’d Bourbon Kitchen & Lounge at the Louisville Marriott East.
Based out of Lawrence County, Indiana, the band has performed at numerous festivals and events. The band plays a mix of traditional bluegrass, bluegrass gospel, and a few songs from other genres that fit the Backwoods sound. They had the honor of performing at the Indiana State Museum as part of the Governor’s Tribute in 2016, the NIBA Bluegrass Festival, and Bluegrass in the Valley. Backwoods has released two albums, “Backwoods Bluegrass Band” and the most recent “Revival”. The band is currently working on material and arrangements for their next album. They enjoy playing for family functions, Church events, Festivals, etc.
For more information: Hire Backwoods Bluegrass Band – Bluegrass Band in Bedford, IN | GigSalad

4th Annual Bonsai Weekend
2026-05-29 - 2026-05-31 | Waterfront Botanical Gardens, 1435 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
Presented by David Graeser, and the guest artist and judge is Jennifer Price. There will be workshops, demonstrations, a vendor marketplace, live music, food and drinks, and other activities.
Friday, May 29: 11 am – 5 pm
Saturday, May 30: 11 am – 5 pm
Sunday, May 31: Asia Institute-Crane House Day – 11 am – 4 pm
Ticket Prices
$10 WBG & Bonsai Society Members
$12 in Advance
$15 at the door
FREE ages 16 and under
For tickets and more information: 4th Annual Bonsai Weekend – Waterfront Botanical Gardens

Jammin in Jeff
2026-06-05 17:00 - 23:00 | Riverstage, 100 W Riverside Drive, Jeffersonville, IN, 47130, United States
Opening day with The Juice Box Heroes and The Mad Tax Payers. Live music, with kids activities, merchant vendors and food trucks. For full schedule go to jammininjeff.com. FREE event.

For more information: Riverstage – City Of Jeffersonville Parks Department

Sailing Into Summer
2026-06-05 18:00 - 22:00 | Brown-Forman Lawn, Waterfront Park, 1301 River Road, Louisville, Louisville, 40202
Featuring musical entertainment and yacht rock vibes from Louisville’s own, Tony and the Tan Lines. As the sun sets over our beloved donor supported public oasis, enjoy the smooth sounds of all your Tan Line favorites and indulge in the camaraderie of fellow supporters who are passionate about the preservation of our community’s most enjoyed public space. To enhance the experience, savory and delicious bites will be available ensuring a culinary experience at its finest.
This event directly supports Friends of Waterfront Park and their ongoing support and fundraising for Waterfront Park.
For tickets and more information: Sailing Into Summer – Waterfront Park

Waggin' Tail on the Waterfront
2026-06-07 12:00 - 16:00 | Waterfront Park Big Four Bridge Lawn, 1101 River Road, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Families enjoy face painting and puppy cuddling; adults savor craft brews and food trucks; and four-legged attendees indulge in canine tattoos and dog portraits. With the help of our friends and community partners, last year we raised more than $100,000 – contributing to a cumulative total of nearly $2 million for the Kentucky Humane Society and its animals since 1998! This is a rain or shine event.
Buy your ticket before the event and get a free swag bag when you check in at the door!
**Friendly reminder to make sure your pup is up to date on vaccines and on leash during the event.**
For tickets and more information: Waggin’ Tail on the Waterfront – Waterfront Park

Firefly Tour at Bernheim Forest
2026-06-10 20:30 - 23:00 | Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest, 2499 Clermont Rd, Clermont, KY, 40110, United States
If you grew up in Kentucky or anywhere across the middle of the southeastern U.S., you may remember warm summer nights spent watching, catching, and releasing fireflies. Their flickering lights drifting just above the ground have a way of feeling almost magical.
For tickets and more information: Limited Accessible Firefly Tour | Bernheim Forest and Arboretum

WFPK Wednesdays
2026-06-24 17:00 - 22:30 | Waterfront Park Big Four Bridge Lawn, 1101 River Road, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Waterfront Park and 91.9 WFPK Independent Louisville first partnered in 2002 to produce an innovative concert series that showcased local and emerging national recording artists, as heard on 91.9 WFPK. Each free concert attracts audiences to enjoy music on the river in a family-friendly park atmosphere with a cash bar and local food trucks.
The event has become a thriving city institution, drawing thousands to Waterfront Park and helping Louisville secure an international award as a top festival city. In addition, the Southeast Tourism Society has named WFPK Waterfront Wednesday as one of its Top 20 Events. Previous acts include Old Crow Medicine Show, My Morning Jacket, Charley Crockett, Todd Snider, Iron and Wine, The Mavericks, The Avett Brothers, Nappy Roots and many others.
Stay connected with us on social media and visit our online events calendar for the latest updates on upcoming WFPK Waterfront Wednesday performances.

Summer Garden Jazz Series at Nouvelle
2026-06-26 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
SCHEDULE: Artist roster is posted each month on Instagram (check to see who is playing)
NO COVER CHARGE (Guests are required to order drinks / food if they plan to stay and enjoy the vibes).
***Remember we are a 21+ only (YES, this means babies too), which includes the entire premise (YES, this means the outside garden area)***

Kentucky Craft Bash
2026-06-27 17:00 - 21:00 | Brown-Forman Lawn, Waterfront Park, 1301 River Road, Louisville, Louisville, 40202
The Kentucky Craft Bash is the Commonwealth’s largest craft beer festival featuring solely Kentucky breweries. Hosted annually by the Kentucky Guild of Brewers, this beer fest isn’t just the place to experience Kentucky’s brewing industry, it’s also the largest fundraiser for the Kentucky Guild of Brewers, a nonprofit advocating for and advancing Kentucky’s craft beer industry. Every ticket sold helps empower local breweries, fuel industry growth, and keep Kentucky beer pouring strong. Cheers to Kentucky beer!
For tickets and more information: Kentucky Craft Bash

Nature + Cyanotype with Marilee Salvator
2026-06-28 12:30 - 15:30 | Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest, 2499 Clermont Rd, Clermont, KY, 40110, United States
Led by 2026 Regional Artist in Residence, Marilee Salvator, enjoy an artsy afternoon of creating beautiful botanical cyanotypes, or sun prints, using flowers, leaves and other natural objects found at Bernheim.
In 1843 pioneer photographer, Anna Atkins, produced the first photographic botany book using the magic of cyanotypes, or sun prints. Cyanotypes produce brilliant deep blue images from the chemical reaction of sun or UV light with an iron salt solution on paper. The process was later used to make architectural and other technical photocopies, or what we know as “blueprints.”
All Nature (+) classes include a short interpretive stroll around an area of Bernheim related to the subject matter, with a naturalist prior to sitting down to create.
Age: 18+
Meet the Artist
Marilee Salvator is a multidisciplinary artist from Bowling Green. Her work is rooted in an ongoing dialogue with the natural world and reflects ecological systems. She often integrates branches, seed pods, stones, and other natural materials into her paintings and prints to reference cycles of growth, accumulation, and decay.
For tickets and more information: Nature (+) Cyanotype with 2026 Regional Artist in Residence, Marilee Salvator | Bernheim Forest and Arboretum

Rick Bell Historic Walking Tour
2026-06-28 16:00 - 17:30 | KY
Please join author and historian, Rick Bell as he returns to Waterfront Park for monthly walking tours. Bell will be hosting a FREE 1.5-mile historical walking tour on select dates. Tours will begin at the Lincoln Memorial and will take you all through Waterfront Park until you reach the Big Four® Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge.
Bell will give attendees the opportunity to educate themselves from what used to be a barren scrap yard, to what is now Waterfront Park, 85-acres of open green space giving people access to the Ohio River in downtown Louisville.
RAIN OR SHINE
Participants should wear comfortable walking shoes and bring drinking water and sunscreen. Free parking is available in the park.
Tours are free to attend, the favor of registration is requested.
Location: Meet at Lincoln Memorial and walk to the Big Four® Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge

"Strawberry" Moon Night Hike
2026-06-29 21:00 - 23:30 | Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest, 2499 Clermont Rd, Clermont, KY, 40110, United States
Now that the summer solstice has passed, the nights are slowly stretching longer, bringing their own nocturnal magic. Join Bernheim’s Volunteer Naturalists for a full moon hike around Lake Nevin and discover the sights and sounds that come alive after dark.

For tickets and more information: Full “Strawberry” Moon Night Hike | Bernheim Forest and Arboretum

Historic Fire Tower Tour
2026-07-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest, 2499 Clermont Rd, Clermont, KY, 40110, United States
Visit Bernheim’s Historic Fire Tower with volunteer naturalists and learn about the tower and the surrounding forest.
Bernheim members $15; Non-members $20
For tickets and more information: Historic Fire Tower Tour | Bernheim Forest and Arboretum
