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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Lexington in September
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
August 27, 2025 12:26 PM
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Alexis Baker
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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
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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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Travel and Outdoors
Explore your own backyard with Parks & Rec’s Nature in your Neighborhood program
June 8, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
A kid’s perfect day in Lexington
From breakfast to dinner — we’ve rounded up a day full of kid-friendly activities for the whole family to enjoy.
May 15, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Stay safe during severe spring storms
We’ve got the resources LEX residents need to stay informed, report storm damage, and help each other recover from this spring storm state of emergency.
May 20, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Events
What to do this Memorial Day Weekend in Lexington
Memorial Day is Monday, May 26 and we’re rounding up events to commemorate and honor the day.
May 20, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
Gatton Park on the Town Branch is finally (almost) ready
Lexingtonians are ready and raring to experience this long-awaited outdoor oasis of culture and community, starting August 2025.
May 19, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Culture
Your guide to live outdoor music in Lexington
Grab the chairs and blankets for a fun summer night of music under the stars.
May 16, 2025
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Food
Bid in a live art auction at this year’s F.E.A.S.T event
In addition to dishes from some of the top chef’s around, here’s what to expect at the annual foodie fundraiser.
May 15, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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AVOL + LEX fight HIV/AIDS
AVOL Kentucky’s annual event celebrates hope, community, and support for those impacted by HIV.
May 15, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Culture
4 surprising truths behind the Broadway hit “Oh, Mary!”
Here’s what the Tony-nominated satire nailed about Lexington’s most misunderstood First Lady: Mary Todd Lincoln.
May 14, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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Celebrate revolutionary Marquis de Lafayette’s bicentennial visit
200 years after his visit to the county that bears his name, the Marquis de Lafayette will be commemorated with two new historical markers.
May 14, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Food
Try these Kentucky-centric pairings for Lexington Craft Beer Week
From mild to wild, we recommend sampling these new local releases with some of our favorite Kentucky beer cheese spreads.
May 13, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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Live
Neighborhood Guide: Ashland Park and Chevy Chase
From where to eat + drink to its humble beginnings, we’re sharing all there is to know about the Ashland Park and Chevy Chase neighborhoods.
May 13, 2025
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Molly Thompson