Lucky you. You just found LEXtoday’s Plan Ahead, a list of some of the biggest events to plan for that are taking place throughout the Horse Capital of the World each month.
Take out your calendar, grab your day planner, or text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend heading to this month. Psst: Don’t forget to bookmark this page and come back; we update our guide monthly.
(Don’t see anything you like? Check out our full events calendar.)
Seasonal
Lexington St. Patrick’s Eve LIVE! | Friday, March 13 | 6:15-9:30 p.m. | Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center | $15 | Experience Lexington’s first-ever St. Patrick’s eve concert with live music from Keith Murphy, Lucy Becker, The Woolly Jumpers, and Carbon Leaf.
Lexington Habitat for Humanity Shamrock Shuffle 3k | Saturday, March 14 | 8:30 a.m. | Downtown Lexington | $40 |Run or walk through downtown Lexington in this festive 3K supporting affordable housing in the Bluegrass.
2026 Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival | Saturday, March 14 | 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Downtown Lexington | Free | Head downtown for a full day of Irish pride featuring a lively parade, traditional dancers and musicians, family activities, and plenty of Irish food and goods.
Lexington St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl | Saturday, March 14 | 1-8 p.m. | Silks Lounge | $7.03+ | Toast to the holiday with drink specials and themed fun at participating downtown spots.
Reforest Frenzy 5K, 10K, 1-Mile | Saturday, March 21 | 8 a.m. | Hisle Farm Park | $10+ | Hit the trails at Hisle Farm Park for a race that supports local reforestation efforts.
Music
“Chicago” - The Musical | Friday, March 20-Sunday, March 22 | Times vary | Lexington Opera House | $97.45+ | Experience the razzle-dazzle of this Broadway classic.
South on 75 (Indoor Show) | Friday, March 20 | 7 p.m. | Burl Live Music | $19 | Catch a show, grab a drink at Burl Brew, and support this Lexington-based band during an indoor set at The Burl.
Bob Marley Tribute ft. The Ark Band | Sunday, March 22 | 6 p.m. | Burl Live Music | $25 | Celebrate the music and legacy of Bob Marley with a reggae-filled night of classics and good vibes.
Journey - “Final Frontier Tour” | Sunday, March 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Rupp Arena | $40.20+ | Sing along to decades of hits as Journey brings its “Final Frontier Tour” to Lexington for a night of classic rock favorites.
Get social
DOLLYWORLD Vintage Flea | Sunday, March 1 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Greyline Station | $5+ | Shop rhinestone-ready fashion, retro treasures, and Dolly-inspired finds at this themed vintage market.
Lunch & Learn Series | Wednesday, March 4, Wednesday, March 11, Wednesday, March 25 | 12 p.m. | girlsgirlsgirls Burritos | Price of purchase | Take your lunch break beyond your desk with conversation and community over burritos with local leaders.
Kentucky Crafted Market | Friday, March 6-Sunday, March 8 | Times vary | Alltech Arena | Price of purchase + $10 parking | Browse handmade goods and unique artwork from local Kentucky makers at this multi-day market.
The Vintage Market at Greyline Station | Sunday, March 8 |11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Greyline Station | $5+ | Shop Lexington’s best selection of vintage, Y2K, vinyl, and more.
Ladies Only Brunch | 12-3 p.m. | Sunday, March 8 | The Void Sake Co. | $25+ | Grab your gals for a 90s-themed brunch at The Void with food, cocktails, music, and three hours of games, singing, and dancing.
LexGive365 Spring Social | Tuesday, March 10 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | The Willow - a blooming collective | Free with registration | Connect with fellow changemakers and learn how to get involved in local giving initiatives.
Tails & Ales 2026 | Friday, March 13 | 7-10 p.m. | Hilton Lexington Downtown | $75+ | Sip unlimited tastings from local vendors, enjoy bites, music and raffles — and meet adorable Lexington Humane Society puppies
Classes
Cook and Dine with Chef Rodney | Sunday, March 1 | 2-4 p.m. | Georgetown | $85 | Learn to make a three-course meal with Chef Rodney, preparing the main dish yourself, and enjoy it with complimentary Prosecco in a hands-on cooking experience.
Artisan Poptart Making Class | Sunday, March 8 | 3:30-5 p.m. | Harkness Edwards Vineyards, Winchester | $38 | Create gourmet poptarts from scratch and take home new baking skills.
St. Patrick’s Cookie Decorating Class | Saturday, March 14 | 2:30-4 p.m. | Harkness Edwards Vineyards, Winchester | $58 | Learn piping techniques and decorate festive cookies just in time for the holiday.
Balsamic Chicken and Orzo Cooking Class | Sunday, March 22 | 3:30-5 p.m. | Harkness Edwards Vineyards, Winchester | $58 | Join a group-style class and learn to make balsamic chicken and orzo, then enjoy your meal with a complimentary glass of wine.
Watercolor Paint your Pet | Saturday, March 28 | 2-4 p.m. | Midway Art Studios, Midway | $39.19 | Turn your furry friend into a work of art during this beginner-friendly watercolor workshop in Midway.
Have an event of your own you want to share with us? Follow these easy steps to add your events to our calendar:
- Go to our Events page.
- Click “Add Event” in the top right-hand corner.
- Make sure to include a link and fill out important information like the date, time, location, and price of your event.
- Click “Submit,” and you’ve just added an event to our website calendar.