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The inside of a restaurant featuring earthy green flooring and velvet blue seats
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 13, 2026 02:32 PM
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Alexis Baker
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Education
Lexington is one of the best places to retire
According to Southern Living, Lexington was ranked as one of the best places to retire in the country.
September 19, 2023
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Aayat Ali
An exterior shot of the Art Center of the Bluegrass in Danville, KY.
Arts
GLASS National Art Museum is coming to Danville’s Art Center of the Bluegrass
September 18, 2023
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Molly Thompson
People playing drums in front of various Pride flags.
Events
The Kentucky Black Pride festival returns this weekend
Show your true colors at this multi-day pride event that celebrates inclusivity, heritage, and diversity.
September 13, 2023
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Aayat Ali
Lockbox bar with a blue velvet couch, leather bar stools, and art on the walls.
Culture
Free nightcaps at 21c Lexington thanks to Angel’s Envy bourbon
Everyone wins at 21c Museum Hotels thanks to a partnership with Louisville-based bourbon brand Angel’s Envy.
September 12, 2023
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Molly Thompson
The exterior of Artworks at the Carver School featuring a half-circle walkway with instruments and big trees
Culture
Get to know Artworks at the Carver School
From Kiddie Kapers Dance Company to adult pottery classes, Artworks at the Carver School is a historic, artistic oasis.
September 12, 2023
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Molly Thompson
An entrance with a sign that says Turner Commons Way that has trees and purple plants and a water tower
Development
The Commons is anything but
Lexington’s newest mixed-use development is underway on the outskirts of downtown.
September 11, 2023
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Aayat Ali
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Sponsored
Bourbon & Beyond: 3 tips for pairing your bourbon to the music
Bourbon expert Chris Blandford is sharing his recs for pairing your bourbon to the music at the Bourbon & Beyond festival.
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Cold glasses filled with drinks and grapefruit, blueberries, limes
Food
The latest data on non-alcoholic beverages and where to drink them in Lexington
Learn what it means to be sober curious, the current popularity of non-alcoholic beverages, and where you can enjoy a mocktail in Lexington.
August 30, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
A picture of a bunch of horses in front of a sunset.
Education
Elder horses enjoy a life of leisure at UK’s new facility
Less than a year after breaking ground, UK’s Aged Horse Care and Education Facility has officially opened.
August 28, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A bird's eye view of UK's campus.
Culture
Welcome to the Horse Capital of the World: What to do around Lexington
Calling college co-eds — this easy guide with places to eat, shop, explore, and play will help you feel like a local in your new town.
August 24, 2023
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Kate Mazade
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Two girls walking a dog
Wellness
Asked: Are you part of a walking club?
We recently asked our readers about local run clubs, but now we want to know about walking clubs.
August 29, 2024
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Aayat Ali
Kids kayaking in Jacobson Park's reservoir.
Weather
Remembering Lexington’s hottest day on record
Lexington’s hottest day on record was July 15, 1936 when LEX hit 108°.
August 29, 2024
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Brianna Williams
The outside of the Lyric Theatre at night.
Live
13 historic street names in Lexington
Lexington, KY has nearly 200 years of history. In this guide, we’re diving into the city’s oldest streets and how they got their names.
August 28, 2024
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Staff
LEX Philharmonic symphonic stroll
Arts
The fourth annual Symphonic Stroll returns
The hills are alive with the sounds of the Lexington Philharmonic’s highly anticipated event.
August 28, 2024
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Molly Thompson
An outdoor cafe with a wooden + stone walk way that parts luscious greenery and tables with people sitting at them.
Culture
Finding your third place in Lexington
Third places are public, informal gathering spaces you frequent in your community. We’re here to help give you recommendations and help you find your third place around Lexington.
August 27, 2024
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Molly Thompson
An outside shot of the old Lexington restaurant The Coach House.
Food
Businesses Lexington Misses: The Coach House
Step back in time to Stanley Demos’ beloved Lexington staple, The Coach House.
August 27, 2024
A mural featuring Abraham Lincoln with bright colors surrounding him
Arts
Be part of this year’s PRHBTN Exhibition
The Lexington Art League brings the premier art festival back to The Loudoun House this fall.
August 26, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Sports
How readers wants their sports covered in LEXtoday
August 23, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A woman and puppy standing in front of a mural that says together we are stronger
Culture
Plan Ziggy’s adventures in honor of National Dog Day
August 23, 2024
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Molly Thompson
An aerial shot of Christ the King's Oktoberfest festivities.
Festivals
Fall festivals happening in and around Lexington
Can’t stop, won’t stop (peepin’ leaves).
August 22, 2024
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Aayat Ali