June Plan Ahead: Your Lexington events calendar

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Wednesday, June 1-Sunday, June 5

Wednesday, June 1

  • Lexington Career Fair | Wed., June 1 | 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Courtyard by Marriott Hotel, 775 Newtown Court | Free | Bring your resume to this career fair that includes Fortune 500 companies + onsite hiring opportunities.
  • Local SEO Masterclass | Wed., June 1 | 1 p.m. | 2700 Wilhite Dr. | Free | Learn how to get your business ranked at the top of Google Maps, Yelp + more.
  • Kids Paint Pouring Class | Wed., June 1 | 10-11 a.m. | Shillito Park, 300 W. Reynolds Rd. | $30 | Bring your kiddo to this hands-on pain experience in the park. 🖌️
  • Legends vs. Genomes | Wed., June 1 | 12:05 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $12+ | The Lexington Legends battle local rival Wild Health Genomes. ⚾
  • Pottery: Intro to Wheel Throwing | Wed., June 1 | 6 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $95 | Practice preparing + wedging clay while learning to safely operate the pottery wheel.
  • Kentucky’s 230th Birthday Extravaganza | Wed., June 1 | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Fun Mall, 720 Bryan Ave. | Free, donations encouraged | Celebrate the beloved Bluegrass + kick off Pride Month with a drag show and free treats.

Thursday, June 2

  • Jim Hurst Bluegrass Band | Thurs., June 2 | 7 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St. | Free | Enjoy a night of the Southland Jamboree at this free summer concert series. 🎶
  • Elwood Bourbon Tasting | Thurs., June 2 | 5 p.m. | Elwood Inn, 444 Parkway Dr. | $75 | A bourbon + wine tasting with paired eats and live local art and music. 🥃
  • Jennifer Westwood and The Handsome Devils | Thurs., June 2 | 8 p.m. | The Break Room, 1178 Manchester St. | Free | Rock out to honky tonk soul over a drink at The Break Room. 🎸
  • Five Below Band | Thurs., June 2 | 5-8 p.m. | Fifth Third Pavilion at Cheapside Park, 251 W. Main St. | Catch this rock cover band at Thursday Night Live. 🎸
  • Great American Brass Band | Thurs., June 2 | | Free | Celebrate brass music for its 32nd year of this family-friendly event.🎺
  • Trippin Roots | Thurs., June 2 | 5-9 p.m. | Castle & Key Distillery, 445 McCracken Pike | Free | Check out this free event with live music, beer, food + more. 🎵
  • Sound Explorers with Seedleaf | Thurs., June 2 | 5-6 p.m. | London Ferrill Community Garden, 250 E. Third St. | Free | Build up the community alongside the Lexington Philharmonic through musical improvisation + composition.🎼
  • Legends vs. Genomes | Thurs., June 2 | 6:35 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $13+ | The Lexington Legends battle local rival Wild Health Genomes.⚾
  • Pottery: Hand Building a Mug | Thurs., June 2 | 6 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $70 | Complete a hand-built mug and it will be fired for you to pick up

Friday, June 3

  • DJ Rice Band | Fri., June 3 | 7 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St. | Free | Jam out to Summer Nights in Suburbia at this free summer concert series.
  • UK Educational Wine Tasting | Fri., June 3 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | UK Horticulture Research Farm, 4321 Emmert Farm Ln. | $10 | Learn about Kentucky wine + the region’s different production styles over a tasting and apps. 🍇
  • Lex Bring Hope to Ukraine | Fri., June 3 | 6-9 p.m. | DDB Tours, 203 Lisle Industrial Ave. | $75+ | Aid Ukrainian citizens at this night of live music, European desserts, live painting + more. 💛
  • Town Mountain | Fri., June 3 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $18 | Enjoy the sound of Town Mountain outside + special guest Cristina Vane.
  • Bluegrass BBQ Fest | Fri., June 3 | 5 p.m. | Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza, 120 N. Broadway | Free | Kick off summer with local BBQ + live music. ☀️
  • Lexington Legends v. Dirty Birds | Fri., June 3 | 6:35 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $19 | Catch the Legends baseball play the Charleston Dirty Birds. ⚾
  • Kentucky Women Veterans Conference | Fri., June 3 | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Lexington Griffin Gate Marriott Golf Resort & Spa, 1800 Newtown Pk. | Free | Listen in as a panelist of leader discuss the issues facing women veterans + how we can show support as a community.
  • Painting Self-Portraits: For Kids | Fri., June 3 | 6 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $35 | Each child will be provided with all necessary materials + learn to paint their own self-portrait
  • Pride Block Party | Fri., June 3 | 5-9 p.m. | Greyline Station, 803 N. Limestone | Prices vary | Kick off Pride month with live music, local vendors + fun inflatables.
  • Lussi Brown’s Fifth Birthday | Fri., June 3 | 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | 114 Church St. | Prices vary | Celebrate five years of Lexington’s only coffee house + bar with drink specials, giveaways, and more. ☕
  • Community Block Party | Fri., June 3 | 5-8 p.m. | Commonwealth Smiles, 2351 Huguenard Dr. | Free | A free community event featuring inflatables, music, food trucks + more

Saturday, June 4

  • Kids Fishing Derby | Sat., June 4 | 8-10 a.m. | Lake Reba, 299 Lake Reba Dr., Richmond | Free | Make the most of summer with this free fishing event + games and prizes. 🎣
  • 49 Winchester | Sat., June 4 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $17 | Catch this Appalachian-based alt-country soul band.🪕
  • Southern Detailers Conference | Sat., June 4 | 8 a.m. | Central Bank Center | $15+ | An auto detailing expo featuring top product companies from around the world. 🚙
  • Five Below Band at Proud Mary BBQ | Sat., June 4 | 7 p.m. | Proud Mary BBQ, 9097 Old Richmond Rd. | Free | Enjoy this local rock cover band over Lexington BBQ.
  • Mutt Strut | Sat., June 4 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Keeneland, 4201 Versailles Rd. | Free, donations encouraged | Support the Lexington Humane Society in this 1-mile walk around a shaded route with your pup. ❤️
  • Greenfest | Sat., June 4 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Living Arts and Science Center, 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. | Prices vary | Celebrate sustainable living with eco-friendly vendors, local food trucks + more. ♻️
  • Truck-a-Palooza | Sat., June 4 | 1-4 p.m. | 1631 Old Frankfort Pike. | Free | View 20+ city trucks including the Fire Department for rare demonstrations. 🚒
  • Legends vs. Dirty Birds | Sat., June 4 | 6:35 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $13+ | Catch the Lexington Legends take on the Charleston Dirty Birds. ⚾
  • Creek Walk | Sat., June 4 | 10 a.m.-noon | Shaker Village, 3501 Lexington Rd. | $10+ | Immerse your kiddo in an aquatic adventure + learn how to safely study and handle unique creek creatures. 🏞️
  • Midsummer Nights | Sat., June 4 | 5-8 p.m. | 2304 Sir Barton Way | Free | Celebrate summer with face-painting, crafts, balloon creations + more. 🎈

Sunday, June 5

  • An Evening with Cory Wong | Sun., June 5 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $25 | Don’t miss this outdoor show with guitar pro Cory Wong. 🎸
  • Ladies Night Out | Sun., June 5 | 7:30 p.m. | EKU Center for the Arts, 1 Hall Dr., Richmond | $68+ | Join 80s pop icons Taylor Dayne, Jennifer Paige + Tiffany for a night of smash hits including Dayne’s “Tell It To My Heart”.🎤
  • Drag Me to the Farm | Sun., June 5 | 12-3 p.m. | Honeywood, 110 Summit at Fritz Farm, Ste. 140 | Prices vary | Kick off Pride Month 2022 with a family-style meal, country-themed drag performances + more.
  • Amythyst Kiah Concert | Sun., June 5 | 4-8 p.m. | Josephine Sculpture Park, 3355 Lawrenceburg Rd., Frankfort | $40 | Catch this Tennessee-based singer-songwriter in an intimate concert in the park’s historic Tobacco Barn.🎶
  • Brims, Boots, and Brunch | Sun., June 5 | 11 a.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St. | $15 | Dust off your boots and enjoy a honky-tonk themed brunch + mimosas 🥂
  • Legends vs. Dirty Birds | Sun., June 5 | 2:05 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $12+ | Watch the Lexington Legends battle the Charleston Dirty Birds. ⚾

Monday, June 6-Sunday, June 12

Monday, June 6

  • Lexington Legends vs. Dirty Birds | Mon., June 6 | 7:05 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $21+ | Catch the Legends battle the Charleston Dirty Birds at home. ⚾
  • Warhawk Youth Camp | Mon., June 6 | 9 a.m. | Birds Nest Stadium, 2089 Frankfort Pike, Georgetown | $20+ | Enroll your K-8th grader in Georgetown College’s second annual football camp. 🏈
  • Burger Monday | Mon., June 6 | 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Lexington Diner, 841 Lane Allen Rd. | $5 | Grab a discounted Mushroom Gouda burger, Italian burger + more from this classic Lexington diner. 🍔

Tuesday, June 7

  • DiMartino + Osland Jazz Orchestra | Tues., June 7 | 7 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St. | Free | Enjoy a night of Southland Jamboree at this free summer concert series.🎶
  • Genomes vs. Rockers | Tues., June 7 | 6:35 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $12+ | Watch Wild Health Genomes face the High Point Rockers at home. ⚾

Wednesday, June 8

  • Woodford Women in Business Meeting | Wed., June 8 | 8:30 a.m. |
  • Open Mic Night | Wed., June 8 | 5-7 p.m. | Lexington Public Central Library, 140 E. Main St. | Free | Prepare a three-minute performance of poetry, flash fiction + more in a welcoming environment. 🎤
  • Genomes vs. Rockers | Wed., June 8 | 12:05 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $12+ | Keep up with the Wild Health Genomes + High Point Rockers saga at home. ⚾
  • Painting Class: Van Gogh for The Evening | Wed., June 8 | 7 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $45 | Recreate the timeless original painting “Starry Night” by Vincent Van Gogh.

Thursday, June 9

  • Fast Track | Thurs., June 9 | 7 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St. | Free | Enjoy a night of Southland Jamboree at this free summer concert series.🎶
  • Trippin Roots | Thurs., June 9 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $15 | Catch this Versailles-based folk band + special guest Bohemian Funk. 🎸
  • Genomes vs. Rockers | Thurs., June 9 | 6:35 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $13+ | Watch the Wild Health Genomes keep battling the High Point Rockers. ⚾

Friday, June 10

  • Positive Moment | Fri., June 10 | 6:30 p.m. | Castlewood Park, 201 Castlewood Dr. | Free | Bring the whole family along for a night of live music.🎶
  • Indigo Storm + Friends | Fri., June 10 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $12 | Don’t miss this epic collision of groups Indigo Storm, Sunshine, Terminal Axon + Purplenoia.
  • Jurassic Quest | Fri., June 10 | 9 a.m.-6:15 p.m. | Central Bank Center | $25.50+ | Immerse yourself in the world of Jurassic + dino experiences for the whole family.🦕
  • Rod Wave and Friends | Fri., June 10 | 8 p.m. | Rupp Arena | $62+ | Catch Florida rapper Rod Wave featuring his recent hit “Heart on Ice”.🎤
  • Genomes vs. Revolution | Fri., June 10 | 6:35 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $13+ | Watch the Wild Health Genomes face the York Revolution at home. ⚾

Saturday, June 11

  • Discovering Woodford County | Sat., June 11 | 11 a.m. | The Kentucky Castle |
  • Hike the Pinnacles | Sat., June 11 | 1 p.m. | Berea College Forestry Outreach Center, 2047 Big Hill Rd., Berea | Free | Hit the Pinnacles for an intro to the trails or theme-focused excursion. ⛰️
  • Learn to Skate | Sat., June 11 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Champ’s Entertainment Complex, 297 Ruccio Way | $8+ | Bring your kiddo for a roller-skating lesson followed by open skate for the class. 🛼
  • The Groovaluation’s NestFest | Sat., June 11 | 6-11 p.m. | Equus Run Vineyards, 1280 Moores Mill Rd., Midway | $35 | Party for a cause at a benefit concert to benefit The Nest. ❤️
  • Genomes vs. Revolution | Sat., June 11 | 6:35 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $13+ | The Genomes continue their fight against the York Revolution at home. ⚾
  • Parents and Kids Painting Class: Mosaics | Sat., June 11 | 12 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $35 | Kids and adults will learn together how to create a watercolor mosaic.
  • Screen Printing 101 | Sat., June 11 | 2 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $65 | Learn to screenprint and take home your own finished shirt.
  • Woodlake Way Garden Tour | Sat., June 11 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Woodlake Way Neighborhood, Corner of Lakewood Drive + Woodlake Way | $20 | Proceeds from this neighborhood garden tour will benefit Camp Horsin’ Around.
  • 13th Annual Luau for Life | Sat., June 11 | 6-10 p.m. | Talon Winery, 7086 Tates Creek Rd. | $15 | Grab a chair or blanket and enjoy a fun-filled evening benefiting local pediatric cancer survivors, ft. live music by Matt Gerwin, delicious food by Sultan, and delectable wine by Talon.*

Sunday, June 12

  • Hot Brown Smackdown | Sun., June 12 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $10 | Jam out to this Louisville-based ensemble + special guest Brother Smith. 🎸
  • Struggle Jennings | Sun., June 12 | 7 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St. | $25 | The Nashville rapper will be accompanied by Caitlynne Curtis and Brianna Harness. 🎤
  • Red Barn Burner Block Party | Sun., June 12 | 2-8 p.m. | Artsplace, 161 N. Mill St. | Free | Jam out to three different artists at this event co-hosted by LexArts + Red Barn Radio.
  • Genomes vs. Revolution | Sun., June 12 | 2:05 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $12+ | The Wild Health Genomes continue to play the York Revolution at home. ⚾
  • Press, dry + hang: All about flower preservation | Sun., June 12 | 1 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | Free | This class series will teach you how to preserve and hang flowers.
  • Build your own Flower Press | Sun., June 12 | 2:30 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $40 | Build your own multi-layer flower press and capture the blooms of the season.

Monday, June 13-Sunday, June 19

Monday, June 13

  • Virtual Reality Vacation | Mon., June 13 | 2-3 p.m. | Lexington Public Library, Northside Branch, 1733 Russell Cave Rd. | Free | Explore exciting places around the world without leaving Lexington. 🥽

Tuesday, June 14

  • Walnut Street Ramblers | Tues., June 14 | 7 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St. | Free | Enjoy a night of jazz at this free summer concert series. 🎶
  • Cut Worms | Tues., June 14 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $15 | Catch indie singer-songwriter + special guest John Andrews and the Yawns. 🎸
  • Legends vs. Revolution | Tues., June 14 | 6:35 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $12+ | Watch the Lexington Legends face the York Revolution at home. ⚾
  • National Forklift Safety Day at CLARK Material Handling | Tues., June 14 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | 700 Enterprise Dr. | Free | Enjoy free lunch, games, door prizes, and a forklift rodeo in honor of National Forklift Safety Day.*

Wednesday, June 15

  • An Evening with Daniel Donato | Wed., June 15 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $15 | Quick it with a humpday hangout listening to this skilled guitarist. 🎸
  • Legends vs. Revolution | Wed., June 15 | 12:05 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $12+ | Watch the Lexington Legends as they continue to face the York Revolution at home. ⚾

Thursday, June 16

  • Blue Eagle Band | Thurs., June 16 | 7 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St. | Free | Enjoy a night of Southland Jamboree at this free summer concert series. 🎶
  • Girls Night at the Farm | Thurs., June 16 | 6-8 p.m. | Southern Hospitality and Etiquette Farm, 4925 Keene Rd. | $50 | Grab your girlfriends for fun eats, cocktails + talks from local female business owners.
  • Legends vs. Revolution | Thurs., June 16 | 6:35 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $13+ | Watch the Legends face the York Revolution in a night honoring the Hustlers, Lexington’s former team. ⚾
  • Flatland Cavalry | Thurs., June 16 | 8 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St. | $15 | Move + groove to the energetic sound of country, folk, and Americana from this Texas-based band. 🪕

Friday, June 17

  • Woodford Chamber Golf Scramble | Fri., June 17 | 8 a.m. | Woodford Club, 3495 McCowans Ferry Rd., Versailles | $250+ | Sign up to sponsor or play with a team for a golf scramble in Versailles. ⛳
  • Brother Smith | Fri., June 17 | 7 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St. | Free | Jam out to Summer Nights in Suburbia at this free summer concert series.
  • Mojothunder | Fri., June 17 | 8 p.m. | The Burl. 375 Thompson Rd. | $15 | Jam out to a blend of high-energy rock + southern harmony. 🎵
  • Legends vs. Honey Hunters | Fri., June 17 | 6:35 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $13+ | Cheer on the Lexington Legends play the Gastonia Honey Hunters at home. ⚾
  • Wine + Painting: Goddess Night | Fri., June 17 | 6 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $45 | Celebrate Goddess energy with meditation and guided painting.
  • Club Emporio Debut | Fri., June 17 | 7-10 p.m. | Cafe Emporio, 808 N. Limestone | $100 | A special collaboration event with a live DJ, specialty cocktails, pastries + more.

Saturday, June 18

  • Kentucky Wine & Vine Festival | Sat., June 18 | 1 p.m. | Jessamine County Fairgrounds, 100 Park Dr., Nicholasville | $5 | Sip, savor + enjoy Kentucky wines from all over the state while shopping from creative craft vendors, enjoying food trucks, and watching fireworks at dusk.
  • The Ascent 5K | Sat., June 18 | 8-10 a.m. | 90 L&E Railroad Pl., Slade | $35 | Enjoy the beauty of Red River Gorge in this challenging race.🏕️
  • Vintage Dad’s Day | Sat., June 18 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Shaker Village, 3501 Lexington Rd., Harrodsburg | $10+ | Give dad a flash from the past with this 1860s inspired spin on baseball.
  • Dillon Carmichael | Sat., June 18 | 8 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St. | $25+ | Check out Kentucky’s own contemporary country artist.🪕
  • Wise Bird’s Third Birthday | Sat., June 18 | TBD | Wise Bird Cider Co., 1170 Manchester St. Ste 140 | Prices vary | Cheers to Wise Bird’s three-year anniversary with drinks, games + more.🍻
  • Bikes, Bubbles, Brunch | Sat., June 18 | 12-2 p.m. | The Grove, 200 W. Main St. | Free | Stop to learn about the Fayette Alliance for mimosa + appetizers.🥂
  • Women’s Wood Shop Class | Sat., June 18 | 2:30 pm | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $45 | A women-centered woodworking project class
  • Willie Brown & Friends | Sat., June 18 | 7 p.m. | The Lyric Theatre | $27+ | Get some wholesome laughs from clean comedian + ventriloquist Willie Brown.
  • Wild Hearts Super Hero 10K, 5K + Kids’ Sprint | Sat., June 18 | 8 a.m. | Keeneland Race Course | $30+ | Race the length of your choice to support nonprofit Kerrington’s Heart — which raises awareness around congenital heart defects.

Sunday, June 19

  • Parker Millsap | Sun., June 19 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $18 | Vibe out to this Oklahoma singer-songwriter who beautifully blends blues, country + more.🎶
  • Legends vs. Honey Hunters | Sun., June 19 | 6:35 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $12+ | Watch the Lexington Legends continue their fight against the Gastonia Honey Hunters. ⚾
  • Couples Brunch + Painting Class | Sun., June 19 | 12 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $50 | Bring your preferred beverage + learn to paint a two-piece painting with your partner.
  • Cowboy Cooking Dinner | Sun., June 19 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | The Kentucky Castle | $65 | Join five-time Emmy Award-winning host of “Kentucky Afield” Tim Farmer for a meal featuring dishes such as gator nuggets + bourbon bread pudding.

Monday, June 20-Sunday, June 26

Monday, June 20

  • Independent Publishing Workshop | Mon., June 20 | 3-5 p.m. | Lexington Public Library Northside Branch, 1737 Russell Cave Rd. | Free | Learn from independent author David Barbur how to publish + mark your own books. 📚

Tuesday, June 21

  • Brass Impact | Tues., June 21 | 7 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St. | Free | Enjoy a night of jazz at this free summer concert series.🎶
  • Cannons | Tues., June 21 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $18 | Catch this indie electro-funk trio + special guest Windser. ⚡
  • Legends vs. Genomes | Tues., June 21 | 4:30 p.m. | Wild Health Field, 207 Legends Ln. | $12+ | Watch the local rivals battle it out through a double-header + free hot dogs with your ticket purchase. 🌭

Wednesday, June 22

  • Chelcie Lynn | Wed, June 22 | 7 p.m. | Lexington Opera House | $39+ | Spend an evening with this comedian, actress + internet personality at her “The Tammy Tour”.

Thursday, June 23

  • Custom Made Bluegrass | Thurs., June 23 | 7 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St. | Free | Enjoy a night of Southland Jamboree at this free summer concert series.🎶
  • Old Dominion | Thurs., June 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Lexington Opera House | $98+ | Catch the infectious sound + clever lyrics of this Nashville-based country band.🎵
  • Jeff Allen | Thurs., June 23 | 7 p.m. | Comedy Off Broadway, 161 Lexington Green Cir. #C4 | $25+ | Catch this legendary comic whose five decades in comedy have led him from America’s Got Talent to SiriusXM + more.🎟️
  • Tie-Dye Workshop | Thurs., June 23 | 7 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $45 | This workshop provides everything you need to make the perfect tie-dye masterpiece.

Friday, June 24

  • Special Sessions | Fri., June 24 | 6:30 p.m. | Castlewood Park, 201 Castlewood Dr. | Free | Bring the whole family along for a night of live music.🎶
  • KSR Golf Scramble | Fri., June 24 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Boone’s Trace Golf Club, 175 Gleneagles Blvd. | $625 | Join Matt, Drew, Ryan + Shannon for a golf tournament to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities. ⛳
  • Joslyn and The Sweet Compression | Fri., June 24 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $20 | Dance out to funk and R&B + special guest Stoop Kids.
  • Nonpoint | Fri., June 24 | 7:30 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St. | $20 | Rock out to this Ft. Lauderdale metal band. 🤘

Saturday, June 25

  • Dude Perfect “That’s Happy” Tour | Sat., June 25 | 7 p.m. | Rupp Arena | $32+ | Don’t miss one of Youtube’s most popular channels in their live show.
  • Sound Explorers with LexArts | Sat., June 25 | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Julietta Market, 101 W. Loudon | Free | Build up your community through musical exploration alongside the Lexington Philharmonic. 🎼
  • Bluegrass Creative Market | Sat., June 25 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Oleika Shriners, 326 Southland Dr. | Free | Shop local at this summer festival-style market with over 50 vendors, local food vendors + live music. 🍧
  • No Greater Honor 5K | Sat., June 25 | 10 a.m. | Keeneland Race Course | $25+ | Choose from a 5K, one-mile, or 1K kids dash race to support veterans + Honor Flight Kentucky
  • Sound Bath | Sat., June 25 | 6 p.m. | Lex Salt Caves, 409 N. Ashland Ave., Suite 180-B | $50 | Experience meditative sound wave vibration with a Kentucky based sound healing practitioner.
  • Earthbenders: Building with Cob | Sat., June 25 | Noon-2 p.m. | Kenawood Park, 612 Bryanwood Parkway | Free | Get muddy as you explore natural building with cob.
  • Garden in a Pot Project | Sat., June 25 | 10-11:30 a.m. | McConnell Springs Park, 416 Rebmann Ln. | Free | Learn how to grow local plants right for your own home. 🌷
  • Junior Explorers: Birds | Sat., June 25 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, 3885 Raven Run Way | Free | Embark on a bird scavenger hunt through Raven Run + a bird-themed craft.
  • Weekend Workout Volunteer Day | Sat., June 25 | 10 a.m.-noon | McConnell Springs, 416 Rebmann Ln. | Free | Lend a hand to keep McConnell Springs beautiful.
  • Lexington Pride Festival | Sat., June 25 | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Downtown, Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza | Free | This community celebration aims to empower and bring awareness to the lives of LGBTQ+IA Lexingtonians

Sunday, June 26

  • The Nude Party Band | Sun., June 26 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $18 | Jam out to The Nude Party + special guest Ceramic Animal.
  • ABBA The Concert | Sun., June 26 | 8 p.m. | Lexington Opera House | $49+ | Take a chance on this all-out ABBA concert.🕺
  • New Kids on the Block | Sun., June 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Rupp Arena | $22+ | Throw it back with the OG boy band + legendary guests Salt-n-Pepa, Rick Astley, and En Vogue. 🎤
  • The Fly Witches’ Birthday | Sun., June 26 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | 252 Redwing Dr., Winchester | Prices vary | Celebrate a year of Kentucky’s only dedicated bungee gym with waffles, coffee + more. 🧇
  • Art Pop Up | Sun., June 26 | 2-4 p.m. | Kenwick Table, 201 Owsley Ave. | Prices vary | Support local artists at Kenwick’s first art pop-up event that includes crochet, jewelry + more.
  • Pride Drag Brunch | Sun., June 26 | 12 p.m. | Wise Bird Cider Co., 1170 Manchester St., Suite #140 | $20 | Keep pride going with a cider-sippin’ drag brunch. 🍻
  • Pollinator Search | Sun., June 26 | 2-3 p.m. | McConnell Springs, 416 Rebmann Ln. | Free | Walk through the park to explore butterflies, bees + other pollinators.
  • 1984 | Sun., June 26 | 3+7 p.m. | Base 249, 249 E. Main St. | $10 | The Elizabethtown High School Theatre Guild is performing George Orwell’s 1984.

Monday, June 27-Thursday, June 30

Monday, June 27

  • STEAM Lab Drop-In | Mon., June 27 | 2-4 p.m. | Lexington Public Library, Central Branch 140 E. Main St. | Free | Check out the new STEAM Lab and learn about the science of sound + music. 🔊

Tuesday, June 28

  • Lexington Summer Concert Band | Thurs., June 28 | 7 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St. | Free | Enjoy a night of jazz at this free summer concert series. 🎶
  • Classic Film of the Month | Tues., June 28 | 2-4 p.m. | Lexington Public Library, Beaumont Branch, 3080 Fieldstone Way | Free | Catch the screening + discussion of the movie “His Girl Friday.” 📽️

Wednesday, June 29

  • Kyle Tuttle Band | Wed., June 29 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $15 | Take a mid-week break with Kyle Tuttle Band + special guest Restless Leg String Band. 🪕
  • Toddler Storytime | Wed., June 29 | 11 a.m. | Lexington Public Library, Tates Creek Branch, 3628 Walden Dr. | Free | Bring your 18-36-month-old for some interactive storytime. 📖
  • Couples Brunch + Painting Class | Wed., June 29 | 7 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $50 | BYOB + get your paint on with your partner.

Thursday, June 30

  • Wolfpen Branch | Thurs., June 30 | 7 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St. | Free | Enjoy a night of Southland Jamboree at this free summer concert series. 🎶
  • Drew Charron | Thurs., June 30 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $12 | Enjoy music from Lexington’s own + special guests Urameshi and Vena Cava. 🎼
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