February Plan Ahead: Your Lexington events calendar

Happy February, Lexington. ❤️ If you’re anything like us, you’re excited to spend some time with loved ones in the city that we love — and with all this love in the air, you’re also probably looking for fun local events to attend. Read on for all the top events happening this month in the Horse Capital of the World. Note: COVID-19 protocols are changing rapidly to curb the spread of the Omicron variant in LEX. Please make sure to check event listing pages + venue websites for the most up-to-date information.

Tuesday, February 1-Sunday, February 6

Tuesday, Feb. 1

• Brooks Giles | Tues., Feb. 1 | 7 p.m. | Base 249, 249 E. Main St. | $10 | Listen to Frankfort-based saxophonist Brooks Giles bring his big sound to Lexington.

Wednesday, Feb. 2

• UK vs. Vanderbilt | Wed., Feb. 2 | 7 p.m. | Rupp Arena | Prices vary | The Cats are taking on the Commodores at home.
• Lunch with the Arts | Wed., Feb. 2 | 12 p.m. | Art Center of the Bluegrass, Danville | Registration required | Enjoy poetry + music with a focus on Appalachian heritage.
• Food as Medicine | Wed., Feb. 2 | 6 p.m. | Good Foods Co-op, 455 Southland Dr. | $15+ | Learn to make fire cider — a traditional herbal folk remedy that helps boost your immune system.
• Community Yoga | Wed., Feb. 2 | 6 p.m. | Greyline Station | Free, donations encouraged | Ease your mind and body in this all-levels donation-based yoga class

Thursday, Feb. 3

• DC Young Fly | Thurs., Feb. 3-Sat., Feb. 5 | Comedy Off Broadway | 7:15 p.m. | $40 | Named one of Variety’s 10 Comics to Watch in 2019, this comedian is ready to make Lexington laugh.
• Dream Castle | Thurs., Feb. 3 | 6 p.m. | Painting with a Twist | $49+ | An in-studio painting class that will teach you to paint a scenic castle on canvas.

Friday, Feb. 4

• West Sixth Brewery Tour | Fri., Feb. 4 | 5 p.m. | West Sixth Brewery | $6 | Snag tickets to get a behind-the-scenes look at this brewery’s facilities while sampling delicious beer.
• Okey Dokey w/ Nordista Freeze | Fri., Feb. 4 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $15 | Don’t miss the vibey Okey Dokey duo with special guest Nordista Freeze
• The Fever at The Cellar | Fri., Feb. 4 | 8 p.m. | The Cellar Bar & Grille | Price of purchase | A night of dinner, drinks, and dancing to the fun + funky sounds of The Fever.

Saturday, Feb. 5

• Professional Bull Riders | Sat., Feb. 5 | 7 p.m. | Rupp Arena | $18+ | Even if this ain’t your first rodeo, the Professional Bull Riders will bring out the cowboy + cowgirl in all of us.
• Free Trash Disposal Day | Sat., Feb. 5 | 6 a.m.-1 p.m. | Bluegrass Regional Transfer Station, 1505 Old Frankfort Pk. | Free | Come dispose of your household waste including — bulky items, mattresses, furniture, and up to four tires off the rim — for free.
• No Deceit | Sat., Feb. 5 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $10 | Enjoy some sassy country tunes from this Kentucky native group + special guests
• Obama: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union | Sat., Feb. 5 | 7 p.m. | The Lyric Theatre | Free | The Lyric presents free screenings of this three-part HBO documentary series for Black History Month
• Owl Prowl | Sat., Feb. 5 | 7-9 p.m. | Raven Run Nature Sanctuary | $5 | Calling all nightowls for this guided owl expedition walk.

Sunday, Feb. 6

• Lost Dog Street Band | Sun., Feb. 6 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $27 | Get your fill of country music with the western sounds of this Nashville-based trio.
• UK vs. Texas A&M | Sun., Feb. 6 | 12 p.m. | Memorial Coliseum | Prices vary | The Lady Cats are taking on Texas A&M at home for National Girls & Women in Sports Day.
• KY Health & Wellness Expo | Sun., Feb. 6 | 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Embassy Suites | Free | Empower yourself with knowledge about health, fitness, and relaxation, hosted by United Vendors of America.
• Lexington Music Awards | Sun., Feb. 6 | 6 p.m. | Lyric Theatre | $15 | Don’t miss this 8th annual music awards show featuring live music with hosts Angie Beavin + Bill Meck.
• Boa + Bowties Photoshoot | Sun., Feb. 6 | 1-4 p.m. | Pivot Brewing | $10 | Get fun + festive photos of your fur babies with support going to the Lexington Pit Crew.

Monday, February 7-Sunday, February 13

Monday, Feb. 7

• Nifty Needlers | Mon., Feb. 7 | 5:30 p.m. | Madison County Public Library, 507 W. Main St. | Free | If you love to knit or crochet, bring your needles to connect with like-minded individuals.

Tuesday, Feb. 8

• February Business Link | Tues., Feb. 8 | 4-6 p.m. | Hilton Lexington Downtown | $10 | Put your best foot forward and connect with other professionals at this monthly business networking event hosted by Commerce Lex.
• Economic Outlook Conference | Tues., Feb. 8 | 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Central Bank Center | $125 | Regional and local experts share their thoughts and expectations for the 2022 economy.

Wednesday, Feb. 9

• Chinese Sculpture and Music | Wed., Feb. 9 | 11 a.m. | UK Art Museum | Free | A discussion on the sculpture work of Li Hongwei followed by a live guqin zither performance by Shin-Yi Yang.
• Wellness Wednesday Yoga | Wed., Feb. 9 | 6 p.m. | Greyline Station | Free, donations encouraged | Enjoy community yoga at Lexington’s public market.

Thursday, Feb. 10

• UK vs. South Carolina | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 7 p.m. | Memorial Coliseum | Prices vary | The women’s basketball team take on the Gamecocks at home.
• Wine + Design Terrarium Workshop | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 6 p.m. | Wilson Nurseries | $68 | Brighten up your indoor space by building your own garden in a glass
• Love, Lavender, & Loofah | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Kentucky Castle | $45 | Part of TKC’s new monthly Lunch & Learn series, learn the art of planting + growing your own loofah gourds
• Obama: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union | Thurs., Feb.10 | 7 p.m. | The Lyric Theatre | Free | The Lyric presents free screenings of this three-part HBO documentary series for Black History Month
• Galentine’s Day Party | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 4 p.m. | The Blushery | Price of purchase | Grab your gal pals for an evening filled with pop-up shops, make-up demos, a yoga class, and $5 froze.

Friday, Feb. 11

• Private Halotherapy for Two | Fri., Feb. 11 | 5-8 p.m. | Lexington Salt Cave | $75 | Relax + restore alongside your special someone with a private Halotherapy session.
• The Brook and the Bluff | Fri., Feb. 11 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $16 | This Nashville-based group blends alternative indie rock with smooth vocal harmonies for a sound that’s all their own.
• Couples Salsa | Fri., Feb. 11 | 6:30 p.m. | Vibe Barre + Fitness | $50 | Spice up your life with an introduction to salsa dancing class followed by champagne + festive treats.
• Waitress | Fri., Feb. 11-Sun., Feb. 13 | Times vary | Lexington Opera House | $60+ | The hit Broadway show about pie-making small town waitress’ fresh start.
• Love Local Block Party | Fri., Feb. 11 | 5 p.m. | Greyline Station | Price of purchase | Fall in love with all things local by shopping 50+ vendors

Saturday, Feb. 12

• Bent Penny Band Bash | Sat., Feb. 12 | 1-5 p.m. | Wildside Winery | Price of purchase | Sip some local wine while moving + grooving to the tunes of Bent Penny Band who covers tracks from various decades.
• UK vs. Florida | Sat., Feb. 12 | 4 p.m. | Rupp Arena | Prices vary | The Cats are taking on the Gators at home.
• 5th Annual Onesie Bar Crawl | Sat., Feb. 12 | 4 p.m. | Wild Cat Saloon | $10+ | Rock your favorite onesie for this comfy tradition across 11 bars downtown.
• Galen-wine’s Day | Sat., Feb. 12 | 2-5 p.m. | Harkness Edwards Vineyards | Price of purchase | Grab your gal pals and shop some sweet treats including S’more than a Feeling, Bluegrass Blooms, and more.
• Neo Soul Night | Sat., Feb. 12 | 9 p.m. | The Grand Reserve | $40+ | Kingtucky LLC + 903venues collaborate to bring us an epic evening filled with guest DJs, violinists, painting + poetry.
• Galentine’s Day | Sat., Feb. 12 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | The Kentucky Castle | $25 | Sip your complimentary cocktail while you + your gal pals shop dozens of vendors.
• Antiques Show | Sat., Feb. 12 | 10 a.m. | Athens Schoolhouse Antiques | $2 | Shop a huge selection of antique finds + check out the special winter market featuring local artists + crafters.
• Valentine’s Day Market | Sat., Feb. 12 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Forage | Local businesses are teaming up to bring us some last-minute gift shopping featuring plants, prints, jewelry + flowers
• Midway Chocolate Stroll | Sat., Feb. 12 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Midway | Free | Peruse historic Midway’s Main and Gratz Streets + enjoy a chocolate treat from each participating store or restaurant.
• Galentine’s Day Pop-up Market | Sat., Feb. 12 | 2 p.m. | Rockhouse Brewing | Price of purchase | A holiday pop-up market with local vendors, beer + food from Boonedogs food truck.

Sunday, Feb. 13

• The Jesse Lees | Sun., Feb. 13 | 7 p.m. | The Burl | $12 | A full cover of the Outkast album “The Love Below” performed by the Louisville-based rock, soul, and hip-hop group The Jesse Lees.
• Valentine’s Beer + Dessert Pairing | Sun., Feb. 13 | 2 p.m. | Rock House Brewing | $25+ | A gulp-worthy five beer flight perfectly paired with tasty treats from Laura Lou Pâtisserie

Monday, February 14-Sunday, February 20

Monday, Feb. 14

• Murder Mystery Dinner | Mon., Feb. 14 | 6:30 p.m. | Chenault Vineyards | $85+ | Liven up your Valentine’s Day routine with a murder mystery + a meal that is to die for. `
• JoJo Siwa D.R.E.A.M. Tour | Mon., Feb. 14 | 7 p.m. | Rupp Arena | $39.50+ | The Nickelodeon superstar singer, + N.Y. Times bestselling author is bringing her bright personality to the Bluegrass.

Tuesday, Feb. 15

• 7th Annual Kentucky Workforce Summit | Tues., Feb. 15-Wed., Feb. 16 | 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Griffin Gate Marriott | $600 | Learn from business executives and leadership about the latest news + trends of Kentucky’s workforce
• Real Estate Investor Mastermind | Tues., Feb. 15 | 6-8 p.m. | 215 W. Main St. | Free, Registration required | Learn about real estate investing + property management from a host of local experts

Wednesday, Feb. 16

• Jamestown Revival | Wed., Feb. 16 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $20 | Americana and western rock tunes from the Jamestown Revival with guest Robert Ellis
• Mixology in the Victorian Period | Wed., Feb. 16 | The Dr. Thomas Hunt Morgan House | $40 | The Bluegrass Trust presents an evening of Victorian cocktail making + cocktail history with Brian Cushing.

Thursday, Feb. 17

• Cross That River | Thurs., Feb. 17 | 7 p.m. | Lyric Theatre | $25+ | Follow the unique musical journey of an African American cowboy in the unsettled West + award-winning musicians.
• Brent Cobb | Thurs., Feb. 17 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $17 | Catch this country artist’s unique take on gospel at his “When It’s My Time” tour.
• UK vs. Vanderbilt | Thurs., Feb. 17 | 7 p.m. | Memorial Coliseum | Prices vary | The Lady Cats battle the Commodores at home.
• Elwood Wine Tasting | Thurs., Feb. 17 | 5 p.m. | Elwood Inn | $75+ | Unwind with an evening of wine tasting accompanied by live music + local art.
• Launchpad Lex Series | Thurs., Feb. 17 | 5-7 p.m. | Julietta Market | Free | Connect + network with local entrepreneurs and learn best practices on how to start your own business.

Friday, Feb. 18

• Walker Montgomery | Fri., Feb. 18 | 8 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall | $20+ | Our hometown superstar is bringing his country sound back to Lexington
• Desserts + Dancing | Fri., Feb. 18 | 7-9:30 p.m. | The Kentucky Castle | $50 | Sweet + spicy times guaranteed with a three-dessert flight, complimentary drink, and bachata dancing lesson.

Saturday, Feb. 19

• UK vs. Alabama | Sat., Feb. 19 | 1 p.m. | Rupp Arena | Prices vary | The Cats are taking on the Crimson Tide at home.
• National Paddling Film Festival | Sat., Feb. 19 | 4-10 p.m. | The Lyric Theatre | $25 | All about celebrating paddling + kayaking, enjoy theatre-style viewing of films, guest speakers, and the group’s famous chili cook-off.
• Sow Like a Pro | Sat., Feb. 19 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Wilson Nurseries | $15 | Give that green thumb a refresh in this hands-on seed-starting workshop all about the basics.
• Archaeology Hike | Sat., Feb. 19 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Shaker Village | $25 | On this easy guided hike along the Preserve, guests will learn all about the ruins of buildings once used by the Shakers.
• Junior Naturalist | Sat., Feb. 19 | 10 a.m. | McConnell Springs | Free | For the kiddos in grades K-5 who are curious about feathery creatures.
• Midnight Cabaret | Sat., Feb. 19 | 8 p.m. | Al’s Bar | $10 | Lexington’s only exhibition of Kentucky’s most interesting + unusual underground performance arts

Sunday, Feb. 20

• Ben Lacy & Cory Cross | Sun., Feb. 20 | 1 p.m. | Wildside Winery | Free | Relax to the tunes of this talented duo while sipping on your favorite local wine
• UK vs. Arkansas | Sun., Feb. 20 | 2 p.m. | Bud Walton Arena | Prices Vary | The Ladycats combat the Razorbacks in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Monday, February 21-Monday, February 28

Monday, Feb. 21

• Intro to Web Development | Mon., Feb. 21 | 6:30 p.m. | Awesome Inc. | $675+ | The first class of a nine-week program that serves to be a web design boot camp for those wanting to shake up their skillset.
• Everything is Science | Mon., Feb. 21-Fri., Feb. 25 | 6-9 p.m. | Various locations | Price of purchase | Five days of science-focused, interactive presentations at pubs around town.

Tuesday, Feb. 22

• UK vs. Southeast Missouri | Tues., Feb. 22 | 4 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Park | $8 | This is the Wildcats’ home opener of the 2022 season. (baseball)
• TWOSday at Tin Roof | Tues., Feb. 22 | 6 p.m. | Tin Roof Lexington | Prices vary | Enjoy live music from duo Bill & Kara + Tin’s Taco Tuesday specials.
• Everything is Science | Tues., Feb. 22 | 6-9 p.m. | Rock House Brewing | Price of purchase | A discussion + presentation from both UK + EKU professors — guests will learn about our role in sustainable water infrastructure, wastewater management + the possibility of water beyond our planet.

Wednesday, Feb. 23

• UK vs. LSU | Weds., Feb. 23 | 9 p.m. | Rupp Arena | Prices vary | The Cats are taking on the Tigers at home.
• Everything is Science | Weds., Feb. 23 | 6-9 p.m. | Ethereal Brewing at Cornerstone, 401 S. Limestone | Price of purchase | Open your heart to learning about love, compassion, papyrology and emotions + blue-footed boobies.
• 5 Across | Wed., Feb. 23 | 5-7 p.m. | The Lyric Theatre | $5 | Lexington’s version of Shark Tank, come check out five start-ups make their pitch.

Thursday, Feb. 24

• Blippi the Musical | Thurs., Feb. 24 | 6 p.m. | Rupp Arena | $42+ | A high-energy musical with audience participation encouraged featuring the lovable character, Blippi
• UK vs. Mizzou | Thu., Feb. 24 | 8 p.m. | Mizzou Arena | Prices vary | The LadyCats are taking on the Mizzou Tigers in Columbia, Missouri.
• Stomp | Thurs., Feb. 24 | 7:30 p.m. | Lexington Opera House | $94+ | The iconic percussion group known for using anything but instruments, is in town for a two-night stop.
• Black Lives Matter: 1619 to Now | Thurs., Feb. 24-Sun., Feb. 27 | Times vary | Guignol Theatre, 465 Rose Street | Free | A live documentary by UK faculty artists + scholars exploring the Black Lives Matter movement
• Love, Lavender, & Loofah | Thurs., Feb. 24 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Kentucky Castle | $45 | Part of TKC’s new monthly Lunch & Learn series, learn the art of planting + growing your own loofah gourds
• Everything is Science | Thurs., Feb. 24 | 6-9 p.m. | Old North Bar at Greyline Station | Price of purchase | Attendees will be treated to fire-throwing performances as well as learn how fire works, about underwater fire, and what to do in a burn emergency.

Friday, Feb. 25

• The Local Honeys | Fri., Feb. 25 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $15 | A foot-tapping good time is guaranteed with the folksy sounds of The Local Honeys + special guests.
• Josh Abbott Band | Fri., Feb. 25 | 8 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall | $20 | The Texas country band for their “Real Damn Good” tour.
• UK vs. Western Michigan University | Fri., Feb. 25 | 4 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Park | $8 | Watch the Wildcats try to knock it out of the park against Western Michigan
• The LEX Trivia Night | Fri., Feb. 25 | Old North Bar, 101 W. Loudon Ave. | 7 p.m. | Free, price of purchase | The Lexington Theatre Company is hosting a fundraising trivia night where you can win tickets to summer productions + other events.
• Everything is Science | Fri., Feb. 25 | 6-9 p.m. | Pivot Brewing, 1400 Delaware Ave. | Price of purchase | Get blown away with presentations about the equine respiratory system, stories of famous racehorses, how drones are used for measuring wind, and music.
• Healthcare Job Fair | Fri., Feb. 25 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Register online for this virtual job fair aimed towards Healthcare professionals in Lexington.
• Naughti Nights | Fri., Feb. 25 | 8 p.m. | The Fish Tank, 500 Euclid Ave. | $10 | An improv burlesque show

Saturday, Feb. 26

• The Wooks | Sat., Feb. 26 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $18 | Don’t miss this exciting new album release show with special guest The Dirty Grass Players.
• UK vs. Western Michigan University | Sat., Feb. 26 | 1 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Park | $8 | Watch the Wildcats try to knock it out of the park against Western Michigan
• A Weezer Tribute Show | Sat., Feb 26 | 9 p.m. | Al’s Bar, 601 N. Limestone | $10 | Hear all of your favorite Weezer songs from The Blue Album, Pinkerton + more.
• Art Museum Family Day | Sat., Feb. 26 | 12-1 p.m. | University of Kentucky Art Museum | Free | All ages welcome to this hour of crafts + fun examining current art exhibits for your kiddos.

Sunday, Feb. 27

• UK vs. Auburn | Sun., Feb. 27 | 4 p.m. | Memorial Coliseum | Prices vary | The LadyCats are taking on the Auburn Tigers for Senior Day at home.
• UK vs. Western Michigan University | Sun., Feb. 27 | 1 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Park | $8 | Watch the Wildcats try to knock it out of the park against Western Michigan
• Maker’s Market | Sun., Feb. 27 | 2-6 p.m. | Rock House Brewing | Free | Enjoy local beer, food truck eats, live music + handcrafted items that support the local community.

Monday, Feb. 28

• Tin Roof Trivia Night | Mon., Feb. 28 | 8 p.m. | Tin Roof Lexington | Prices vary | Put your brains to the test with this Monday night trivia + all-day happy hour.