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Festivals
Music and arts festivals this summer
Step outside and soak in the good vibes with this round-up of music, art, and food festivals around town.
May 5, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Recipe: a zero-proof Moscow mule
Use Ritual Zero Proof’s alcohol-free liquor to create a sip-worthy summer cocktail.
May 1, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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The ultimate road trip to Columbus
Hit the road and head to Columbus, OH — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
April 20, 2023
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Aayat Ali
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🥨 Expert-approved munchies for 4/20
Five expert-approved snacks to make or order today, backed by science or tried-and-true recommendations.
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Food
Celebrate Pretzel Day in Lexington
Nosh on a delicious soft pretzel — complete with your favorite toppings and dipping sauces — at one of these eateries in Lexington.
April 6, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Food
Vegan Week 2023 lineup announced
Everyone romaine calm, Vegan Week is coming.
April 5, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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City
Meet CannaBuzz: Lexington’s first cannabis bar
We’re not blowing smoke, it opens on 4/20.
April 3, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Dig in: Upcoming food and drink festivals, events + themed weeks
March 30, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Development
Sneak peek: A first look at the $51 million distillery coming to Georgetown
Excuse us while we pick our jaws up off the floor.
March 22, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Find greener pastures with local sips
Don’t get drink envy by missing these St. Patrick’s Day specials.
March 15, 2023
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Aayat Ali
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Small Business Week has arrived in LEX
Join us at LEXtoday in celebrating small businesses from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10.
May 2, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Give these Lexington live music venues a listen
We’ve made a concert-ed effort to orchestrate this roadmap, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
May 1, 2025
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Aayat Ali
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Culture
Kentucky Derby events around Lexington
How to celebrate the run for the roses in Lexington.
April 29, 2025
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Aayat Ali
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City
50+ free libraries in Lexington
Whether you’re looking for your next favorite summer read or you have a stack of books that need a new home, we’ve found ~50 Little Free Libraries in Lexington ready to be discovered.
April 25, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Small Business
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Lexington
Independent Bookstore Day is your chance to turn the page on your next adventure while supporting local businesses and authors.
April 24, 2025
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30+ volunteer opportunities in Lexington
This list of volunteer opportunities in Lexington includes everything from fostering a pet to getting hands-on at local build sites.
April 23, 2025
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Staff
An intersection with cones going down the middle and detour signs, construction machinery, and piles of rocks.
City
2026 LFUCG budget spotlight: Complete Streets
If approved by council, funding for the Complete Streets program would cover infrastructure upgrades and construction, plus safety and awareness.
April 22, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Volunteer
Celebrate Earth Day in Lexington
Dig into our guide for investing in our planet via local, national, and global Earth Day initiatives.
April 21, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
A view of the Legends Field from the center field.
Sports
Play ball: Lexington Legends 2025 season preview
Learn all about the return of the Lexington Legends for their 2025 season, beginning with a pre-season exhibition on Tuesday, April 22.
April 18, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
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