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
Women doing a stork pose during a yoga class outdoors.
Culture
9 spots to enjoy the sunshine in Lexington
We really wanna go outside.
May 16, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A man rides a bike on Vine Street.
Culture
Share the road + your thoughts on bike trails in Lexington
May 15, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Tourism and Hospitality
Lexington spots listed on Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards Survey
See who made the big list, then let us know your top picks in our very own LEXtoday Readers’ Choice Survey.
May 15, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Sponsored
Sign up for a summer of fun at The LASC
From cooking up a storm to hunting for bugs, summer camp at The Living Arts & Science Center is sure to keep you or your kiddo busy.
Sponsored by
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Culture
Canoeing and kayaking near Lexington
Whatever floats your boat, we’ve got a roundup for the best canoeing and kayaking spots in the area.
May 14, 2024
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Aaron Mikel
A floral table cloth with wine, candles, and charcuterie.
Culture
Treat your mother to quality time with Mother’s Day experiences in Lexington
We’ve planned a day of great eats, relaxation, and activities your mom will adore — almost as much as they adore you.
May 9, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Sponsored
Why Lexingtonians should take the Y’s Water Watcher pledge
The YMCA of Central Kentucky is inviting our community to help keep our pools safe this summer.
Sponsored by
A sign that says Wellington Park Labyrinth in front of a labyrinth.
City
The Wellington Park Labyrinth
May 3, 2024
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Molly Thompson
People dressed in traditional clothing from different Asian countries.
Culture
Get HAAPI this Asian American + Pacific Islander Heritage Month
LEX Get HAAPI is spending the entire month of May celebrating, honoring, and educating Lexington about local AAPI communities.
May 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A storefront with signage that reads "Pop's Resale Since 1996. We buy vinyl records, vintage clothing, and vintage audio gear."
Small Business
Shout out your favorite Lexington small businesses
Tell us which LEX small businesses you love, from restaurants to retail to home services and beyond.
April 26, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
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Spirited solar energy development
Castle & Key Distillery harnesses solar energy as part of their ongoing plans to became an industry leader in sustainability.
February 5, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
CHIEFS SUPER BOWL
Culture
8 ways to celebrate Super Bowl LIX in LEX
February 5, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The brick building at the corner of North Mill and West Main Street under construction.
City
Development updates around Lexington
The landscape is changing in Lexington, so we’re sharing the progress on various development projects happening around town.
February 4, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Theater
Wylie Caudill takes center stage
Lexington muralist Wylie Caudill brings his artistic ability to the stage with ActOut Theatre Group’s “Torch Song” at the Farish Theatre.
February 3, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A dining room with a long wooden table adorned with tall candle sticks, place settings, and lots of glass chandeliers.
Culture
Galentine’s and Valentine’s experiences for Lexington lovers
If your sweetheart’s love language is quality time, this one’s for you.
February 3, 2025
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Molly Thompson
A sculpture in downtown Lexington featuring five women made of steel
Culture
A guide to sculptures around Lexington, Kentucky
We’re here to lead you through many of the unique, artistic sculptures that you can only find here in Lexington.
February 1, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Winter hiking near Lexington, Kentucky
Bundle up and brave the cold to soak in Central Kentucky’s beautiful hiking trails offering unobstructed views + frozen waterfalls.
January 29, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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A story of success: The 2025 State of the City County Address
Mayor Linda Gorton’s State of the City County speech celebrated Lexington’s history of excellence while advocating for continued growth.
January 28, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A Mahjong board filled with tiles with participants sitting around a table.
Culture
Dots, bams, and craks, oh my: Mahjong in Lexington
If you’re looking to learn something new this year, jump in the tile-based game craze and give mahjong a try.
January 27, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Mayor Linda Gorton, surrounded by other city officials and community members cutting a ribbon in the Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center.
City
See the additions and renovations to the Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center
We’re sharing a little bit of history of the Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center + giving you a look inside the four new multi-use spaces.
January 23, 2025
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Molly Thompson