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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 13, 2026 02:32 PM
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Alexis Baker
A building with two blue penguins above the awning.
Culture
5 fun things to do in Lexington this New Year’s Eve
December 13, 2021
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Molly Thompson
A map of walking trails for a neighborhood.
Culture
LEX explore Beaumont
December 9, 2021
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Molly Thompson
Transylvania's esports arena
Culture
Esports at local universities
December 8, 2021
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Aaron Mikel
Plate with english muffin on it layered with blackberry jam.
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Culture
A local Lexington band making big noise
December 2, 2021
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Aaron Mikel
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Culture
December Plan Ahead: Your Lexington events calendar
November 29, 2021
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Shop Local this Black Friday and Earn Rewards
November 26, 2021
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Kimberly Cutler
An overlook of the Kentucky River
City
Where to opt outside near Lexington
November 24, 2021
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Aaron Mikel
A big white house with a welcoming porch.
Culture
Lexington, KY shops participating in Small Business Saturday
November 23, 2021
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Local groups to support on #GivingTuesday
November 19, 2021
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Molly Thompson
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Lexington, Kentucky's skyline with a sunset of blues, reds, and oranges
City
The rundown on Lexington’s 2045 Comprehensive Plan
Make your voice heard at the public hearing on Thursday, Nov. 30.
November 27, 2023
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Aayat Ali
The UK women's basketball team standing in a huddle
Sports
Basketball’s back, alright
With basketball season in full swing, we wanted to provide a quick rundown of how you can enjoy the game without the hassle.
November 24, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A group of kids standing together with their arms around each other
Nonprofits
M’Power Rhythm aims to empower local youth through African drumming
M’Power Rhythm, a new nonprofit, uses the art of African drumming to encourage community building + empower local children.
November 21, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A mural featuring Abraham Lincoln with bright colors surrounding him
Culture
What Lexingtonians are grateful for this year
What are you grateful for this Thanksgiving? We’re sharing what our readers are giving thanks for, plus a few of our own favorite things.
November 21, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A shot of downtown Lexington looking down Main Street
Culture
Thanksgiving itinerary 2023: Where to take out-of-towners
Keep visitors busy with our itinerary of things to do in Lexington.
November 20, 2023
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Aayat Ali
Two women hang ornaments on a large Christmas tree.
Culture
Light up the night at this year’s Holiday Lighting Festival
Lexington’s annual Holiday Lighting Festival takes over Triangle Park on Sunday, Nov. 26.
November 16, 2023
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Holiday savings just for you
This holiday season shop unique gifts from our small business partners.
November 15, 2023
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Staff
the skyline of Lexington, KY
Development
Be the broker: Which vacant office spaces would you like to see become affordable housing?
Tell us which empty building could be used differently.
November 15, 2023
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Brianna Williams
two people take a cabinet out of a car trunk
Nonprofits
How to participate in National Philanthropy Day
November 15 is National Philanthropy Day, so we’re sharing some of our favorite ways to give back to the community.
November 14, 2023
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Aayat Ali
The exterior of the Lexington Opera House at night
Events
Highlights from the Lexington Opera House
Holidays have you playing host? Keep everyone entertained with these current + upcoming shows at the historic Lexington Opera House.
November 13, 2023
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Molly Thompson