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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Lexington in February
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
February 10, 2026 09:00 PM
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Alexis Baker
Three trees covered in colorful pieces of knitting.
Culture
Find out why trees are wearing sweaters at the Living Arts & Science Center
Find out who is behind the funky fiber art keeping local trees warm and fuzzy.
November 5, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A big white stone building with columns and lots of steps
History
The curse of Constantine Rafinesque
Did you know Transylvania University has a tomb? We’re sharing the story of eccentric botanist Constantine Rafinesque, who is buried on the campus he cursed.
October 29, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A skeleton for Dia de los Muertos at the Living Arts and Sciences museum in lexington.
Culture
Día de los Muertos events around town
Help celebrate Día de los Muertos and honor those who have passed at one of these events happening in town.
October 29, 2024
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Aayat Ali
Snow and the state Kentucky state capitol.
Business
Kentucky exported $40B in goods in 2023
The record-breaking number is supported with additional funding to the STEP program to help local businesses enter the global market.
October 28, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Dishes from Tuk Tuk Snack Shop including a bowl with greens, meat, and rice; a sandwich on a wheat bun; and veggies and dipping sauce.
Food
Lexington ranks as the 4th best food city in the US
The city earned the ranking in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards for its culinary excellence and distilleries.
October 25, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A house decorated with grave stones, lights, and spooky music.
City
Have you heard about the nightmare on Versailles Road?
Come see this Hamilton Park house and fulfill your fearful fantasies.
October 24, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Travel and Outdoors
Let’s glow: The Lex Glow Ride returns
Hundreds of Lexingtonians are planning to decorate their bikes with glowing lights and participate in a community-wide cycling event.
October 22, 2024
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Aaron Mikel
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Al Roker is heading to our neck of the woods
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Knights in armor battling in a field as crews hold cameras and mics.
Entertainment
FilmLEX introduced to bring more entertainment projects to Lexington
The initiative offers financial incentives to encourage production studios to use Lexington and its talent pool for projects.
October 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A rack of sweaters for sale at Vintage Therapy.
Weather
Sweater weather has arrived in Lexington
Get ready for the fall chill by finding a new sweater, or grab the materials at a local shop to make your own.
October 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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A group of people sitting in lawn chairs at a concert.
Culture
Your guide to live outdoor music in Lexington
Grab the chairs and blankets for a fun summer night of music under the stars.
May 16, 2025
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Staff
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Food
Bid in a live art auction at this year’s F.E.A.S.T event
In addition to dishes from some of the top chef’s around, here’s what to expect at the annual foodie fundraiser.
May 15, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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AVOL + LEX fight HIV/AIDS
AVOL Kentucky’s annual event celebrates hope, community, and support for those impacted by HIV.
May 15, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Culture
4 surprising truths behind the Broadway hit “Oh, Mary!”
Here’s what the Tony-nominated satire nailed about Lexington’s most misunderstood First Lady: Mary Todd Lincoln.
May 14, 2025
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Brent Schanding
Two hanging posters detailing the Marquis de Lafayette's 1845 visit to Lexington, KY.
Celebrate revolutionary Marquis de Lafayette’s bicentennial visit
200 years after his visit to the county that bears his name, the Marquis de Lafayette will be commemorated with two new historical markers.
May 14, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Food
Try these Kentucky-centric pairings for Lexington Craft Beer Week
From mild to wild, we recommend sampling these new local releases with some of our favorite Kentucky beer cheese spreads.
May 13, 2025
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Brent Schanding
The facade of Henry Clay's mansion
Live
Neighborhood Guide: Ashland Park and Chevy Chase
From where to eat + drink to its humble beginnings, we’re sharing all there is to know about the Ashland Park and Chevy Chase neighborhoods.
May 13, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Two plates with burgers and cheese covered fries next to two milkshakes
Food
Where would you film an episode of “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” in Lexington?
Here are the greasy spoons, late night diners, and fried food favorites we think Guy Fieri should spotlight the next time he’s in the Horse Capital of the World.
May 12, 2025
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Molly Wilson
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Travel and Outdoors
LEX make that garden grow
We’ve got a round-up (no pun intended) of everything you need to know to grow a garden in the Horse Capital of the World.
May 9, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks