Waterfront Park Fourth of July
2026-07-04 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Waterfront Park Big Four Bridge Lawn, 1101 River Road, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Enjoy Independence Day with us on Saturday, July 4, 2026, for an evening of fun, music, and fireworks on the Big Four Lawn to celebrate America’s 250th birthday!

This year’s celebration will once again feature “Waterfront’s Most Talented,” a dynamic variety show produced in partnership with Jou Jou Presents, showcasing an exciting lineup of local and regional talent. While the full list of performers is still being finalized, you can expect an entertaining mix of music, dance, and more—all set against the stunning backdrop of the Big Four Bridge illuminated in red, white, and blue.
Event Schedule:
5:00 PM – Family activities and live DJ
5:00–8:30 PM – Kosair for Kids Children’s Area featuring family-friendly games and activities focused on science, music, art, and nature
6:45 PM – Opening ceremonies and National Anthem
7:00 PM – Talent showcase begins
10:00 PM – Fireworks over the Ohio River

LouCity vs. Hartford FC
2026-07-04 20:00 - 22:00 | Lynn Family Stadium, 350 Adams Street, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
Cheer on Louisville City FC as they push for a championship!
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. Louisville City FC advanced to the USL’s Eastern Conference Final in an unprecedented nine straight seasons, plus boasts back-to-back USL Cup Final victories in 2017 and 2018.
For tickets and more information: Home – Louisville City FC

2026 Spring Market
2026-07-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Logan Street Market, 1001 Logan Street, Louisville, KY, United States
The 2026 Logan Street Market is hosting artists, creators, designers, crafters, and many more. Come join us for a great vending experience starting at just $35 per day!

Trivia at West Sixth Nulu!
2026-07-05 17:00 - 19:00 | West Sixth Nulu, 817 E Market Street Suite 101, Louisville, Kentucky
Come grab a drink and join our Trivia happening every Sunday at 5 pm. Get ready to put your knowledge (and beer tolerance) to the test! We are also dog friendly!

Louisville Contra Dance
2026-07-06 20:00 - 22:30 | Highlands Community Campus, 1228 E. Breckiridge Street, Louisville, KY, 40204, United States
Louisville, Kentucky’s weekly Monday night contra dance, always featuring live music from the Monday Night All Stars open band! Dancing is 8:00-10:30pm with a beginner’s lesson at 7:30pm. Waltzing and snacks available at the break. Check out our website for details on the caller and special performances. Open calling on 5th Mondays!
For more information: Louisville Contra Dance – Country Dance & Song Society %

Louisville Bats vs. Omaha Storm Chasers
2026-07-07 18:30 - 21:30 | Louisville Slugger Field, 401 E Main Street, Louisville, Kentucky, 40202
Cheer on the Bats as they compete against the Storm Chasers!
For tickets and more information: Louisville Bats vs. Omaha Storm Chasers in Louisville, KY at Louisville Slugger Field on July 07, 2026

Food Truck Wednesday
2026-07-08 11:00 - 14:00 | Plaza on Fourth, 252 S 4th Street, Louisville, KY
Food Truck Wednesday is a weekly lunchtime event that takes place every Wednesday from the spring to the fall, will serve lunch options between 11am – 2pm and feature live music. The event series shuts down the street to vehicles so that food trucks can set up shop, allowing Downtown employees, visitors, and convention goers to take advantage of the open streetscape and participate in a fun atmosphere and additional lunchtime options.

ISCO Championship
2026-07-09 - 2026-07-12 | Hurstbourne Country Club, Hurstbourne Club Ln, Louisville, KY, 40222
The ISCO Championship is an official FedExCup event on the PGA TOUR schedule. The 2026 tournament will take place July 9 – 12 at Hurstbourne Country Club in Louisville, KY. The golf course encompasses 243 acres and was originally designed by Chick Adams.

For tickets and more information: Tickets – ISCO Championship

Angel's Envy DayCap at the Distillery
2026-07-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Angel’s Envy Distillery, 500 E Main Street, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
It’s time for a DayCap! Celebrate summer at Angel’s Envy Distillery every other Thursday starting June 11th through August 20th. We will feature seasonal cocktail specials including the frozen Peach Smash, have rotating food vendors, and music. Come by and enjoy the fun!
July 9: POCO Pop-ups + Deep Space Disco
For more information: Tours & Experiences | Angel’s Envy US

Line Dancing Thursday at The Palm Room
2026-07-09 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 at The Palm Room are hosted by Instructor Monica Bizzle.

Desi Banks at Louisville Comedy Club
2026-07-10 - 2026-07-12 | Louisville Comedy Club, 110 W Main St, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Louisville, get ready for a big night with Desi Banks at Louisville Comedy Club—one of the city’s go-to spots for a laugh-out-loud escape. If you’ve been waiting for Desi Banks, this is the hometown-style show you’ll be talking about afterward.
Desi’s sharp storytelling and quick crowd work turn everyday moments into unforgettable punchlines, with that signature energy fans know from his viral clips—only louder, live, and up close.
The Louisville Comedy Club keeps it intimate and easy to enjoy, with a central Louisville location that makes meeting up with friends before the show simple.
Don’t miss Desi Banks – Louisville Comedy Club! This show is taking place five times over three days!
Friday, July 10: 7 PM & 9:45 PM
Saturday, July 11: 7 PM & 9:45 PM
Sunday, July 12: 7 PM
For tickets and more information: Louisville Comedy Club | Desi Banks

Summer Garden Jazz Series
2026-07-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Nouvelle Bar & Bottle, 214 S. Clay Street, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Our summer GARDEN JAZZ SERIES is back people!
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).

Racing Louisville FC vs. Bay FC
2026-07-10 20:00 - 22:30 | Lynn Family Stadium, 350 Adams Street, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
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 Racing in the world’s toughest women’s soccer league.
Racing Louisville takes on Bay FC at 8PM at Lynn Family Stadium.
For tickets and more information: Homepage – Racing Louisville FC

Heatwave Half Marathon
2026-07-11 07:00 - 22:30 | Riverview Park, 8202 Greenwood Rd., Louisville, KY, 40258, United States
Race Day Schedule
6:30-7:45am Packet Pickup
7:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area)
8:00am National Anthem and Race Start!
Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!
Every Registration Includes
Great Swag – designer shirt
Custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
FREE Kona Ice at the finish line!
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
More Than a Run
Because we’re all about fun, family-friendly events that welcome every pace and fitness level. This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just showing up for the fun, we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way.
For registration and more information: Heatwave Half Marathon – Louisville

Hollywood Classics Under the Stars
2026-07-11 19:30 - 23:00 | Iroquois Ampitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Road, Louisville, KY, 40214, United States
Experience the magic of the movies like never before with Hollywood Classics Under the Stars at Iroquois Amphitheater—a free outdoor film series that brings timeless cinema to life in a breathtaking open-air setting. Gather your friends, family, and a blanket for unforgettable evenings filled with iconic films, cool night air, and the charm of the big screen beneath the stars!
Saturday, July 11: Almost Famous / This Is Spinal Tap (Double Feature!)
For more information: Almost Famous / This Is Spinal Tap (Double Feature) – Iroquois Amphitheater

Louisville Water Tower & WaterWorks Museum Tour
2026-07-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Lousiville Water Tower, 3005 River Rd,, Louisville, KY, 40207, United States
Plan your visit to Louisville Water Tower. There’s 165 years of history and innovation that goes into every glass of Louisville Pure Tap® and we’re thirsty to share it with you. Located inside Louisville Water’s original pumping stations, the WaterWorks Museum houses archives of historic photographs, films, and memorabilia, some of which date back to 1860. Plus, tour a giant steam engine and step inside the Louisville Water Tower, the nation’s oldest standing ornamental water tower. Louisville Water Tower is open for public visits the second Sunday of each month from 12–5 p.m. The last tour of the day departs at 4:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the door with a credit card payment.
Note: Security protocol mandates that each adult 18 and older must bring their driver’s license or state issued identification card to be scanned for tour access.
For tickets and more information: Home | Louisville Water Company

Yoga at West Sixth Nulu!
2026-07-13 18:00 - 19:00 | West Sixth Nulu, 817 E Market Street Suite 101, Louisville, Kentucky
Come join us for Community Yoga at West Sixth Nulu. Our instructor does this every Monday at 6 pm, all levels are welcome. This event is donation-based, give what you can!

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

Trivia at the Louisville Zoo
2026-07-15 18:30 - 21:00 | Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY, 40213, United States
Trivia Night – Spicy Summer Reads
Summer is heating up! Sparks will fly at this wild night of trivia based on book boyfriends from fan-favorite novels across all genres of romance.
Join us after-hours for a wild, themed trivia game. These fun-filled evenings will feature music, prizes and of course, trivia! Food and drink specials will be available. Prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third place teams. Evening hosted by Louisville Trivia.
Individual ticket: $25 Team of 4: $80 Team of 8: $160
For tickets and more information: Trivia Nights – Louisville Zoo

Downtown Drive-In at Waterfront Park
2026-07-17 20:00 - 23:00 | Brown-Forman Lawn, Waterfront Park, 1301 River Road, Louisville, Louisville, 40202
In collaboration with Waterfront Park, Louisville Downtown Partnership is excited to for the return of the outdoor movie night series, Downtown Drive-Ins, will transform Waterfront Park’s Brown-Forman Amphitheater into an outdoor theater experience, offering locals and visitors alike the chance to enjoy free movie screenings in the heart of the city.
The series will take place on select Friday nights through October, with the amphitheater open to the public one hour before sundown when the movies will start. Movie-goers are also welcome to bring blankets and lawn chairs to the viewing.
No tickets are required for the outdoor film screenings, but guests are encouraged to arrive early to save their seats. The Downtown Drive-in events are weather dependent. Dogs are allowed.
July 17 The Princess Bride (PG)
For more information: Downtown Drive-in at Waterfront Park – Waterfront Park

Kosair Live: Dan + Shay, Bailey Zimmerman, and more
2026-07-18 19:30 - 22:30 | KFC Yum! Center, 1 Arena Plaza, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Dan + Shay & Bailey Zimmerman headline Kosair Live – an all-star benefit concert featuring Gabby Barrett, Hannah Harper, Richard Page (Mr. Mister), John Elefante (former lead singer of Kansas), and special guest – GRAMMY winner, Richard Marx. Louisville’s own, The Crashers named the official house band.
Kosair Live proudly supports Kosair for Kids and Kosair Shriners.
For tickets and more information: Kosair Live: Dan + Shay, Bailey Zimmerman, & More | KFC Yum! Center

Racing Louisville vs. Houston Dash
2026-07-18 20:00 - 22:30 | Lynn Family Stadium, 350 Adams Street, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
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 Racing in the world’s toughest women’s soccer league.
Racing Louisville takes on Houston Dash at 8PM at Lynn Family Stadium.
For tickets and more information: Homepage – Racing Louisville FC

Hollywood Classics Under the Stars
2026-07-20 19:30 - 22:30 | Iroquois Ampitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Road, Louisville, KY, 40214, United States
Experience the magic of the movies like never before with Hollywood Classics Under the Stars at Iroquois Amphitheater—a free outdoor film series that brings timeless cinema to life in a breathtaking open-air setting. Gather your friends, family, and a blanket for unforgettable evenings filled with iconic films, cool night air, and the charm of the big screen beneath the stars!
Monday, July 20: The Big Lebowski
For more information: The Big Lebowski – Iroquois Amphitheater

David Lee Roth at Iroquois Amphitheater
2026-07-28 19:00 - 22:30 | Iroquois Ampitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Road, Louisville, KY, 40214, United States
David Lee Roth is an American singer, songwriter, frontman, and entertainer best known as the charismatic voice of the hard rock band Van Halen and as a solo artist with a larger‑than‑life stage persona. David Lee Roth has inspired generations of rock fans who still follow every new David Lee Roth concert announcement. Born on October 10, 1954, in Bloomington, Indiana, and raised primarily in California, Roth grew up surrounded by music, humor, and performance. From an early age, he was drawn to show business, inspired by rock ‘n’ roll, comic timing, and the excitement of live entertainment. This combination shaped him into not only a powerful vocalist but also a performer who understood that a rock concert is as much about energy and spectacle as it is about sound, which is why demand for David Lee Roth concert tickets remains strong among fans.

For tickets and more information: David Lee Roth – Iroquois Amphitheater

WFPK Waterfront Wednesday
2026-07-29 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.
For more information: WFPK Waterfront Wednesdays – Waterfront Park

Motown Cruise
2026-07-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Belle of Louisville Riverboats, 401 W River Road, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Enjoy a 2-hour Motown-themed cruise on the Belle with scenic Ohio River views, great music, refreshing cocktails, and a relaxing breeze.

For tickets and more information: Belle – Motown Cruise | Belle of Louisville

Paristown Flea
2026-10-17 00:00 | KY
The Paristown Flea takes place on Saturday, Oct. 17th from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The popular outdoor market features over 75 participating vendors selling jewelry, collectibles, vinyl, vintage clothing and more. The event is FREE, family and pet friendly (dogs must be on leash), and open to the public. For more information, please go to: www.paristown.com

Karaoke at The Palm Room
2026-12-25 20:00 - 23:30 | The Palm Room, 1821 W Jefferson Street, Louisville, Kentucky
Come join us every Wednesday night at the Palm Room for a fun-filled evening of singing your heart out! Happy Hour specials from 5-9pm!
