Culture

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Food
Turning up the heat: Lexington chef Sam Fore competes on Food Network
The James Beard finalist is bringing her Sri Lankan-inspired cooking to national television while celebrating 10 years of Tuk Tuk Snack Shop with limited Saturday pop-ups in Lexington.
April 20, 2026 01:04 PM
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Gwenda Bond
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City
Lexington vs. Louisville: A sibling rivalry for the ages
In honor of Kentucky’s birthday, we wanted to dive into the Bluegrass state’s most decorated cities.
May 30, 2024
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Aaron Mikel
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City
Cultural Pass: Your ticket to free summer fun
LexArts is giving local students the opportunity to experience 30+ local events and venues for a summer filled with learning and fun.
May 29, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Music
Your guide to Railbird Music Festival
You have your Railbird festival tickets — now, read up and prepare for two days of music, food, and fun.
May 24, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Food
Pop by these 4 boba shops in Lexington
We’re gonna need a bigger straw.
May 22, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A crowd of people at Railbird Music Festival watching Weezer on stage.
Culture
Get ready for Railbird with these vintage pros’ picks
See who these local vintage shops said they’d love to style + what pro tips they have to be best dressed and comfortable at this year’s Railbird Festival.
May 21, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Cheers: We’re celebrating Drink Up Week — here’s how to join us
We’ll be toasting to the bountiful beverage industry across Lexington, KY from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, 2024.
May 21, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Culture
DiverCity Festival returns to Lexington
Celebrate the different cultures that make Lexington unique.
May 16, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Real Estate
Mansion Monday: See inside the historic $6 million Marylou Whitney Farm
Bask in glow of equine royalty at this 72-acre estate complete with rolling hills, rose gardens, and an 8,400-sq foot mansion.
February 14, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Real Estate
Be the broker: Pepper Rickhouse in the Distillery District
Tell us your hopes and dreams for this historic Distillery District staple.
February 14, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Cupid lands at Blue Grass Airport
Pick up more than just your luggage — Blue Grass Airport is Kentucky’s most romantic place to take flight.
February 13, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Instagram
8 events to honor Black History Month in Lexington
250Lex is celebrating Black History Month with food, music, and a deep dive into the making of Lexington.
February 12, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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City
Lexington listed on AFAR magazine’s top places to visit this spring
From travel magazines to world’s best lists, Lexington is making headlines as a top travel destination.
February 12, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Local Government 101: Meet LEX’s legislative aides
Take a peek behind the scenes of the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government with this ongoing series spotlighting our city’s legislative aides.
February 10, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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City
Ready or not, registration has started for local summer camps
Keep the kiddos engaged + entertained all summer long with these fun summer camps around town.
February 10, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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We asked ChatGPT to roast Lexington
The popular AI chatbot had plenty to say about the Horse Capital of the World, but we didn’t let ChatGPT leave without saying something nice.
February 7, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Culture
Stay in an art installation at 21c Lexington
21c Lexington has transformed one of its rooms + is giving you the opportunity to stay the night in an interactive art installation.
February 6, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Business
Get to know some of Lexington’s favorite cats
Cats and public places, a purrfect pair.
February 6, 2025
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Molly Thompson