Looking for fun and family-friendly events and things to do in the Lou? We’ve got your roundup of things to do each month during the year! Have some others that just NEED to be added to our list? Comment at the end with your suggestions.
Happy New Year, Kentuckiana moms! Another year is upon us, and the family-friendly activities around the Lou are still in full swing for January. Check out our round-up of our top things to do during the month.
Jurassic Quest
January 12-15
Kentucky Exposition Center
937 Phillips Ln, Louisville, KY
Parent-Son Dodgeball Night
January 20
6:00-8:00pm
St Francis of Assisi School
1938 Alfresco Pl, Louisville, KY
Finding Nemo/ Go Fish
January 18-21
Anchorage Children’s Theatre
11400 Ridge Rd, Anchorage, KY
Bluegrass Music/Fish Fry (by Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce)
January 25
6:00-8:00pm
Hillview Government Center
283 Crestwood Lane
Louisville, KY 40229
Outdoor Play Date
January 9
10:00am-12:00pm
Kevin Hammersmith Memorial Park
4400 Lewis A Endres Pkwy
New Albany , IN
With February right around the corner, there are a number of different activities in the Louisville area for families!
Number the Stars {StageOne Family Theatre}
“Number the Stars” promises an unforgettable theatrical experience that resonates with both children and adults alike. With its universal themes of bravery and compassion, the play serves as a poignant reminder of the strength found in unity and empathy.
Saturdays, February 3 & 10
2pm & 5pm (sensory-friendly performance at 5pm)
Tickets: $17.55 – 23.40 (discount for groups of 10+)
Kentucky Performing Arts in the Bomhard Theater
Call 502-584-777
Frozen (Touring)
February 1-4
The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts
501 W Main St, Louisville, KY
Once Upon An Orchestra: Llama Destroys The World
This free, public family concert series invites multigenerational families to join Louisville Orchestra ensembles for fun, interactive storytelling through music performances at every library branch across Metro Louisville. Prior to each performance, LO staff will lead a craft activity using recycled materials – and audience members can play their homemade instruments during the show! No RSVP is required, and reading the book before attending is always encouraged but not necessary!
Saturday, February 10
2-3pm
Western Library, Louisville Free Public Library
604 S 10th St, Louisville, KY
Sensory-Friendly Sundays at the Zoo {Presented by Great Clips}
Sunday, February 11
9am
Louisville Zoo
1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY
HeART Stories
A celebration of Peace, Love, and Joyful Learning. All ages welcome! This is a family friendly fundraiser event.
Saturday, February 3
5-8:30pm
TEN20 Craft Brewery Butchertown
1020 E Washington St, Louisville, KY
Bluegrass Music/Fish Fry
Thursday, February 1, 15, & 22
6-8pm
Hillview Government Center
283 Crestwood Lane
Louisville, KY 40229
Baby Playdate
Each month, they baby-ify a gallery with floor mats, board books, toys, and soft music. Babies (and their adults) engage with the artworks and each other.
February 7
10am-12pm
Speed Art Museum
2035 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY
FREE Sweetheart Family Swim {Goldfish Swim School}
Saturday, February 10
12:15-1:30pm
Goldfish Swim School – St. Matthews
4176 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40207
There is so much for you and your family to do during March in Greater Louisville/Kentuckiana this month, including a bunch of Easter events! Check out the roundup for our recommendations we’ve curated just for our readers.
The Bitter and the Sweet: Kentucky’s Sugar Chests, Enslavement and the Transatlantic World 1790-1856
Now through April 7
The Speed Art Museum
2035 South Third St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
Secretariat America’s Horse Exhibit
Daily 8:00am – 5:00pm
Kentucky Derby Museum
704 Central Avenue
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
Curious George – The Golden Meatball
through March 30
Derby Dinner Playhouse
525 Marriott Drive
Clarksville, Indiana 47129
Green Eggs and Ham Brunch
March 2
Garage Bar
700 E. Market Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
March 23 – May 19
Louisville Zoo
1100 Trevilian Way
Louisville, Kentucky 40213
Monster Jam
March 30
Freedom Hall
937 Phillips Ln.
Louisville, Kentucky 40209
EASTER EVENTS
The Avenue Easter Parade
March 30
3:30-5:30pm
2822 Frankfort Ave
Louisville, KY
FEAT of Louisville and Down Syndrome of Louisville Easter Eggstravaganza
March 9
10:00am – 12:00pm
Home of the Innocents
1100 E Market St
Louisville, KY
Easter Egg Hunt & Lunch with the Easter Bunny
March 23
11:00am
Tri County Shrine Club
701 Potters Ln
Clarksville, IN
Easter Egg Hunt – Broadway Baptist Church
March 23
10-11am
Broadway Baptist Church
4000 Brownsboro Rd
Louisville, KY
PV Mega Easter Egg Hunt
March 24
3pm
Prairie Village Babe Ruth League
10009 Stonestreet Rd
Louisville, KY
The Great Egg Hunt
March 23
3-5pm
4611 Lowe Rd
Louisville, KY
Easter Bunny Photos
March 16
1-4pm
The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass
1155 Buck Creek Rd
Simpsonville, KY
Spring is here! That can only mean more fun events are taking place in Louisville like performances, the start of the Derby season, and many more. Here’s our April guide to family-friendly events in Louisville, including Total Solar Eclipse events!
SOLAR ECLIPSE EVENTS
Even though Louisville is not in the path of totality, the maximum eclipse for us will be at 3:07pm. Still make sure to grab those eclipse glasses (Kroger has had them for less than $2)!
Kentucky Science Center
April 8
1-4:30pm
727 W. Main St.
Total Eclipse of the Park: Eclipse Watch Party
April 8
1-4pm
Iroquois Park
2120 Rundill Road
Total Solar Eclipse Watch Party
April 8
2-4pm
Silver Street Park
2043 Silver St., New Albany, Indiana
Sonic Sensation Exhibit
Now through May 21
Admission: Free with admission to Kentucky Science Center.
Location: Kentucky Science Center
727 W. Main St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Disney On Ice Presents Find Your Hero
April 4-7
Admission: Tickets start at $30
Location: KFC Yum! Center
1 Arena Plaza
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Community Free Day
April 6
Location: Muhammad Ali Center
144 N. 6th St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Time:
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
REMNANTS: An Introspection of Family, Identity & Belonging
Now through June 1
Admission: Free
Location: Little Loomhouse
328 Kenwood Hill Rd.
Louisville, Kentucky 40214
Time:
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Louisville Bats – Kentucky Derby 150 Celebration
April 13
Location: Louisville Bats
401 E. Main St.\r\nLouisville Slugger Field
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Time:
7:15 PM
ThunderBlast
April 20
Admission: $50
Location: Kentucky Science Center
727 W. Main St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Time:
2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Spring has sprung! May brings all sorts of joy and renewal to our lives. May flowers, Mother’s Day celebrations, 502 Day!, May the 4th for all us Star Wars-loving fans, Derby 150, getting outside, and so much more comes with this month.
Old Louisville Springfest
FREE and open to the general public, Springfest kicks off at 10 AM and rocks, eats, and shops until 7 PM!
May 18
Toonerville Trolley Park
1215 S Brook Street
Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront & Great Balloon Glow
This event is produced by the Kentucky Derby Festival.
April 15-May 3
11:00 AM- 11:00 PM Monday-Saturday
12:00 PM- 10:00 PM Sunday
Shepherd Insurance Kentucky Derby Festival Great Steamboat Race
May 1
4:30 PM- 7:30 PM
Belle of Louisville
401 West River Road
Louisville, KY 40202
Unicorn Party for Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana
May 1
6:00 PM- 7:00 PM
Dairy Queen
661 Taylorsville Road
Taylorsville, KY
150th Kentucky Oaks – Infield General Admission
May 3
9:00 AM
Churchill Downs
Louisville, KY
Sippy Cup Strolls 2024 – African Safari
May 3-4
8:30 AM- 10:30 AM
Louisville Zoo
1100 Trevilian Way
Louisville, KY 40213
BloomFest
May 18
11:00 AM- 3:00 PM
FREE EVENT!
Bernheim Forest
Arboretum Way
Shepherdsville, KY 40165
150th Kentucky Derby – Infield General Admission
May 4
9:00 AM
Churchill Downs
Louisville, KY
Derby Day Dash and Snack
May 4
10:00 AM- 12:00 PM
Endless Summer Paddle Company
RiverPark Place Marina
DIY Derby 150 Party
May 4
ALL DAY!
Looking to throw your own Derby watch party? Check out our Derby Party Planning 101 tips!
School is out, and the season of pools, festivals, and outdoor activities has arrived! Keep your family busy all month long by checking out some of the June family-friendly activities around Louisville this month, including Pride, Juneteenth, and Ali events!
June 23
10am-5pm
The Gillespie
421 West Market Street
Louisville, KY 40202
June 1-8
When Muhammad Ali passed away on June 3, 2016, the city of Louisville came together in an unprecedented show of unity and support.
Every year in that spirit, we gather for the first week of June and remember the champion by celebrating his city. Join us for a week of activities that highlight his impact, his core principles, and the city he called home.
June 7 & 8
FREE
Greek Foods, Pastries, and Desserts with Greek live music and entertainment for our faithful Greek culture lovers! Immerse yourself in the lively rhythms of live Greek music, enjoying the dancers’ energy and incredible atmosphere throughout the festival. Enjoy captivating performances, cultural demonstrations, and interactive activities that bring the spirit of Greece to Louisville.
June 8
12-5pm
La Bodeguita De Mima Cuban Restaurant and Rum Bar
725 East Market Street
Louisville, KY 40202
The 2nd Annual La Caja China is returning to La Bodeguita de Mima on the second Saturday in June. Presented by Jim Beam, this event brings the heat and flavor of the authentic Cuban experience to the NuLu neighborhood with traditional Cuban food, live music by +Flow, and AllSensation DJs, cigars, dominoes, and crafted cocktails. The event is family-friendly and open to all ages with 100% of proceeds benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities Kentuckiana.
June 8
11am-5pm
Lynn Family Stadium
FREE
Local retailers, organizations and artists will fill Lynn Family Stadium’s Fan Zone for the annual Buy Local Fair. Fair-goers are invited to enjoy performances by local musicians, sip libations, watch cooking competitions, and let the kids run wild at the on-site kid zone. While admission is free, a portion of parking fees and in-kind donations will benefit the Louisville Independent Business Alliance (LIBA)– the organizers of the festival.
Louisville Juneteenth Festival
June 12-15
It includes an opening night Brunch, bourbon-infused events, and a day-long festival at Lynn Family Stadium.
Kentuckiana Pride Festival & Parade
June 15
12-10pm
Big Four Lawn
The parade kicks off at noon in NuLu and continues to the festival grounds where we have an amazing entertainment lineup!
Besides Independence Day, there are many fun things to do in the month of July this year. Here’s the LMC Guide to July Family-Friendly events in Louisville and the surrounding areas.
Waterfront Park Fourth of July
July 4th
5-10pm
Big Four Lawn
FREE
July 20th
6-10pm
The Great Lawn
231 E Witherspoon St
Louisville, KY 40202
Kentucky Kingdom’s Red White & Bluegrass Bash
July 4-6
Kentucky Kingdom
Soar, splash, and kick off the Fourth of July weekend with a BOOM! Kentucky Kingdom’s Red, White, and Bluegrass Bash commemorates Independence Day weekend with daily fireworks and unique food through July 6th. Hear rich sounds by day as live music fills the air and play by night with extended operating hours. Join them for the ultimate birthday bash at Kentucky Kingdom as America turns 248!
This event is included with your park admission or Season Pass. Buy your tickets early and save more on family fun this summer!
Louisville Street Food Festival
July 27-28
Fourth Street Live!
411 South 4th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
It’s already August, and the Summer has been flying by, but it isn’t over yet! Check out these upcoming events in August around Greater Louisville, and have some Summer fun before it all ends.
by Made Market
Mellwood
1860 Mellwood Avenue
Louisville, KY 40206
You can always expect to find the highest quality, unique, on-trend items when you shop at Made Market. They have food vendors as well.
August 15-25
The Kentucky State Fair celebrates all things Kentuckian by promoting agriculture, education, and community involvement through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment.
Read our post on thrifty tips to enjoy the State Fair!
4th Annual Shelbyville Fall Art & Craft Show
Benefitting Shelby County Animal Shelters
1513 Midland Trail
Shelbyville, Kentucky 40065
Saturday, August 31 – Sunday, September 1
10am-4pm
A two-day event featuring artists from around the region. They will have a petting zoo and a face painter. A fun and dog-friendly event located at the Shelby County Fairgrounds. They welcome artists, crafters, and authors to offer their wares ranging from metal, jewelry, glass, candle, soap, wood, paper, decorative fiber, oil paint, watercolors, ceramics, basketry, jams, honey, breads, bakery items, and much, much more!
Can you feel just a slight brisk feeling of fall in the morning air?? We are so excited for all the fall events that are starting to be scheduled around Louisville and surrounding areas! Check out our September guide to family-friendly events in Louisville.
September 19-22
Highland Festival Grounds
Kentucky Exposition Center
Curated Experiences to Heighten Your Senses. Rooted in the Best of Bourbon, Culinary, and Music.
All ages permitted, but a ticket is required for everyone, regardless of age.
September 7-8
FOURTH STREET LIVE!
411 S. 4th St
Louisville, KY 40202
September 14
5pm-midnight
FOURTH STREET LIVE!
411 S. 4th St
Louisville, KY 40202
Hosted by Asia Institute – Crane House, the third annual Asian Night Market will be back this month! Join us for this family-friendly event featuring mouth-watering Asian street food and Asian cultural performances.
Mayor’s 20th Hike, Bike & Paddle
Labor Day, September 2
8am-12pm
Waterfront Park Great Lawn
Beginning at 8 a.m. there will be plenty of fun, music, and free fitness activities for you to enjoy. Get involved in activities like Yoga, Tai Chi, Zumba, Fitness classes, and Workout circuits to celebrate Labor Day weekend. 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 arrive promptly to get in line! The Hike, Bike, and Paddle portions will starts at 10a.m.
8th Annual Big Four Arts Festival
Saturday, September 7 | 10am-7pm
Sunday, September 8 | 10am-5pm
Big Four Bridge
Louisville’s Waterfront Park
The BIG FOUR™ arts event kicks off the Fall arts festival season every year on the weekend following Labor Day. Big Four Arts Festival is a ticketed event ($5). Tickets will only be sold at the entrance of the festival and on their website. Read our post from last year – Chill Nostalgic Vibes at Big Four Arts Festival.
September 9-13 | 10am-noon
September 14 | 10am-2pm
Louisville Zoo
1100 Trevilian Way
Louisville, KY 40213
Come and be part of the 8th annual Flutter Fest presented by PNC Grow Up Great, where they commemorate the autumn migration of the monarch butterfly as they journey to their overwintering destination in the forested mountains of Mexico!
Saturday, September 28
11am-10pm
600 – 900 blocks of East Market Street
For the 14th year, NuLu is hosting its well-known street festival celebrating the continued growth and revitalization of Louisville’s East Market District. Come enjoy live music, regional micro-brewed beers, and numerous food and retail booths by local vendors. There will be activities for all ages. The event is free, family-friendly and open to the public. (No pets are allowed)
Fall has arrived, and so has your guide to family-friendly events for October in the Greater Kentuckiana area! It’s time to spend time celebrating all the activities that come along with the season.
Hope you’ve all been enjoying the Fall festivities and fun of the season so far! Now, the holidays are quickly approaching. Whatever you’re celebrating, we have a roundup of our top picks for family-friendly things to do around town during November!
The year may be almost over, but the family fun is just getting started! Here is your December roundup of events happening around town.
