Entertainment

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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
What Lexingtonians googled this year
2023’s Google Year in Search is out — check out what Lexingtonians were searching most this year (it might surprise you).
January 2, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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Events
Ring in 2024 with these 7 New Years Eve events in Lexington
From a black tie gala to an all-day party, there’s no shortage of fun for you to find to ring in the new year in Lexington.
December 11, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Retail
Host your own New Years Eve party with these local vendors
Looking to for a cozy night in to celebrate New Years Eve? Check out these local ideas from vendors to plan your own party.
December 11, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Play
Winter events happening in and around Lexington
Check out winter and holiday-themed events happening in and around Lexington in this seasonal guide.
December 5, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Play
Fall events happening in and around Lexington
Check out fall and Halloween-themed events happening in and around Lexington in this seasonal guide.
September 28, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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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Entertainment
See the stars in a different light at 3 planetariums near Lexington
August 3, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Travel and Outdoors
Act like a kid again at Adult Wilderness Camp
Disconnect from technology, reconnect with yourself, and maybe learn some new hobbies at Adult Wilderness Camp.
July 28, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Education
Summer at the Library continues
July 24, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A bugler wearing a red coat next to a trophy, golf bag, and American flag.
Sports
2023 Barbasol Championship Tournament Preview
Learn the ins + outs to have a tee-rific time at the upcoming PGA TOUR Barbasol Championship Tournament
July 12, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Live
Your guide to Lexington’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
January 15, 2026
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Staff
Joe Bologna's sits in the former Maxwell Street Presbyterian Church.
Business
Discover Lexington’s oldest restaurants and their timeless favorites
From classic steaks to legendary breadsticks, these long-standing Lexington eateries have stood the test of time.
January 15, 2026
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Alexis Baker
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Play
Plan a stay you’ll never forget at one of these unique places in Lexington
From tiny homes to 21c, Lexington is full of special places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels.
January 14, 2026
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Staff
Four older adults sitting in chairs making music by playing instruments like the flute or recorder at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Culture
10+ activities for retired locals in Lexington
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in Lexington.
January 14, 2026
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Michael Beausoleil
People eating at Carson's Main Street location
Lexington’s most-booked restaurants
We’ve rounded up Lexington’s most-booked restaurants, according to OpenTable’s Diners’ Choice report, along with tips for securing your table.
January 13, 2026
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Alexis Baker
A group of men and women posing after a group run
Sports
Top running groups in Lexington
Cold temperatures have you hibernating? Check out Lexington’s favorite running groups to get outside and get moving.
January 12, 2026
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Molly Thompson
A group of yoga students practicing a reverse warrior pose.
Live
Find your zen with our Lexington yoga guide
Check out these 13 yoga studios around the Horse Capital of the World, which offer everything from hot power classes to beginner sessions.
January 9, 2026
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Molly Thompson
A conveyor belt carries plastic and paper trash through a facility. It crosses other blue and yellow belts.
City
The Lexington-Fayette resident recycle guide
It’s not easy being green. Here’s what to keep in mind as you recycle across the county.
January 9, 2026
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Dayten Rose
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Food
A guide to mocktails in Lexington
Looking for a booze-free drink? No problem. Here are five spots in Lexington to grab non-alcoholic sips and mocktails.
January 8, 2026
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Molly Thompson
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Live
Lexingtonian 101: our guide to becoming a Lexington resident
Becoming a new Lexingtonian is easy with our LEX 101 guide.
January 7, 2026
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Staff