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 […]
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 Derby-season accessories for both men and women, catered lunch from A Full Plate, and our special guest MC Jean West! 2026 Artists include; Ashley Russell Millinery, Frances B […]
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!
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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!
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 […]