Food

The inside of a restaurant featuring earthy green flooring and velvet blue seats
Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Lexington in February
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
February 10, 2026 09:00 PM
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Alexis Baker
A video featuring photos of a Night Kitty Karaoke Bar
Business
Night Kitty Karaoke to open mid-March
With seven private rooms, there’s no excuse to get out and have some fun.
March 2, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Lexington, KY restaurants from A to Z
26 new and classic restaurants all around the Horse Capital of the World
February 23, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Joe Bologna's sits in the former Maxwell Street Presbyterian Church.
Food
Celebrating Joe Bologna’s 50th anniversary
Get ready for the ultimate pizza party at this Lexington staple.
February 21, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A rendering of distillery with lots of trees and a welcoming house
Development
Sneak Peek: New $8 million distillery coming to Midway
Check out the upgrades coming to this historic Midway farm.
February 10, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Two tacos filled with lettuce, tomato, and cheese.
Food
Coming Soon: Crave Taco Week returns March 20-25
Pull out those stretchy pants, Crave Taco Week is coming.
February 7, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Chef Sam Fore leaning up against a door frame
Food
Meet James Beard Award-nominated Chef Sam Fore
Get to know the creative mind behind Tuk Tuk Sri Lankan Bites
February 3, 2023
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Molly Thompson
the skyline of Lexington, KY
Culture
Last-minute local ideas for Valentine’s Day
From flowers to happy hours to meteor showers, we’ve got ideas to make your Valentine’s Day special.
January 26, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Jack “Goose” Givens, Rick Robey, and Kyle Macy around three bottles of 78 Legends bourbon and a basketball.
Food
Frazier Museum releasing $1,978 1978 NCAA bourbon
And there’s only 1,978 bottles of it.
January 19, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Food
Bagel shops Lexington, KY
January 17, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Food
District 7 Social Hall is now open
January 17, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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The exterior of the Lexington Opera House at night
Hear a joyful noise with 250Lex’s April celebration
From librettos to literature, 250Lex celebrates music, literature, and the spoken word all month long.
March 25, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Blooming yellow wildflowers can be found across Lexington parks.
Travel and Outdoors
Soak up the sun with spring flower walks
We’re all going frolicking.
March 25, 2025
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Aayat Ali
A three story, red brick mansion surrounded by green trees, bushes, and grass.
Real Estate
Mansion Monday: Historic charm meets modern convenience
Take a trip inside this Richardsonian Romanesque Mansion Monday pick in the heart of Lexington’s Northside neighborhood.
March 23, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A rendering of a new apartment complex with tan brick and white patios and accents, and ample parking.
Development
A new 280-unit multifamily apartment community coming to Lexington
We’re refreshing your memory on real estate developments of the past + sharing details about a new apartment community coming to Citation Boulevard.
March 20, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Blue sky with clouds and a big open field with a path.
City
Celebrate Earth Hour with 8 events around Lexington
The City of Lexington is celebrating Earth Hour Saturday, March 22 with 8 events including bike rides, hikes, and community clean ups.
March 20, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Five Kentucky Colonels posing for a picture inside of DV8 Kitchen's bakery, surrounded by baking equipment and fresh baked goods. One of the Colonels is using a wheelchair.
How to become a Kentucky Colonel
Everything you need to know about joining the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels.
March 19, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A Lextran bus waiting to pick up passengers from the station with the Abe Lincoln mural in the background.
City
Upgrades + updates coming to Lextran’s downtown terminal
Planned renovations will make it easier, safer, and more comfortable as you wait for your ride on Lextran’s 25 fixed routes.
March 18, 2025
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Molly Thompson
A green plastic composting bin hanging from a garden fence. In the background are several empty garden beds, waiting for plants.
Home Services
Lex composts: Get the dirt on going green
The Lexington Composter sale has everything you need to celebrate World Recycling Day and build sustainability in your home.
March 17, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Culture
Meet Lexington’s sister city County Kildare, Ireland
Learn about the similarities and connections between Lexington + its sister city County Kildare, Ireland.
March 14, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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City
Celebrate Irish culture every day in Lexington
You don’t have to wait until St. Patrick’s Day to learn about Irish culture in Lexington, just head to Upper Street to shop, sip, and spend time at Irish-owned businesses.
March 14, 2025
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Molly Thompson