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Culture
A weekend worth raising a glass to
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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Lexington in January
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
December 30, 2025
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Alexis Baker
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🍂 3 fall events you autumn have on your radar
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Your guide to Lexington’s farmers markets
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up seven farmers markets around Lexington.
August 26, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Six pot-bellied pigs race on a turf track at the Blue Grass Fair in Lexington, KY.
Festivals
3 must-dos for the Bluegrass Fair
Whether you’re looking for food that’s fried, an extreme ride, or something you’ve never tried — this is your guide.
June 2, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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Culture
What to know about the Kentucky Beer Cheese Festival
The one-of-a-kind event returns June 14 to downtown Winchester and is set to include a few “firsts” for its 2025 line-up.
May 21, 2025
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Brent Schanding
Kentucky Craft Bash in Louisville, KY.
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Festivals
Fall festivals happening in and around Lexington
Can’t stop, won’t stop (peepin’ leaves).
August 22, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Festivals
Expand your mind at Expansion
Take a trip this August + experience the colorful world of Expansion.
August 20, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Festivals
Best practices to have the best time at the Woodland Art Fair
Shop from nearly 200 artists at the annual Woodland Art Fair where you can also sip local beer, listen to live music, and enjoy plates from food trucks.
August 13, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Escape to the Folk Arts and Crafts Capital for this annual festival
Here’s everything you need to know about the Berea Craft Festival.
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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City
Lexington’s biggest national wins of 2025
Let’s take a look at Lexington’s prestigious accolades.
January 6, 2026
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Alexis Baker