March Plan Ahead: Your Lexington events calendar

Happy March, Lexington. 🌸 If you’re anything like us, you’re ecstatic about the sunny days, blooming flowers, and spring on the horizon — and with all that excitement, you’re also looking for fun local events to attend. Read on for all the top events happening this month in the Bluegrass.

Tuesday, March 1-Sunday, March 6

Tuesday, March 1

• Adelitas Way + Gemini Syndrome | Tues., March 1 | 7 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall | $22.50 | Rock out to iconic bands Adelitas Way + Gemini Syndrome for an epic collab.
• Women’s Welding Class | Tues., March 1 | 6-9 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Drive | $47+ | Learn the basics of MIG welding including safety measures + how to properly use equipment in this introductory course.

Wednesday, March 2

• Lil’ Lambs Closet | Wed., March 2 - Sat., March 5 | Times Vary | Centenary Church | Donation based | Shop for a cause at this annual consignment sale to support families across Lex + the world.
• UK vs. Evansville | Wed., March 2 | 4 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Park | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on Indiana’s University of Evansville.
• Murder Mystery Dinner | Wed., March 2 | 7-9 p.m. | The Kentucky Castle | $85 | Dine on a delicious four-course meal while trying to figure out “whodunnit?”

Thursday, March 3

• Hogslop String Band | Thurs., March 3 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $16 | Don’t miss the old-time country sound of this Nashville-based band.
• UK vs. University of Michigan | Thurs., March 3 | 5 p.m. | John Cropp Stadium | Prices vary | The UK women’s softball team is hosting the Wolverines.
• WLK Roundtable Luncheon | Thurs., March 3 | 12-1:30 p.m. | The Grand Reserve | $39+| Part of its Couples in Leadership series hear from Billie + Lisa Dollins.
• La Boheme | Thurs., March 3-Sat., March 5 | Times vary | Lexington Opera House | Prices vary | One of the most popular operas of all time + the inspiration for the Broadway musical “Rent”

Friday, March 4

• Antiques + Garden Show | Fri., March 4 - Sun., March 6 | Times vary | Alltech Arena | $25-$175 | Fill your weekend w/ fine antiques, exquisite florals, daily lectures, + more to benefit the Bluegrass Trust for Historic Presentation.
• Eleanor Dubinsky: Welcome to My Music | Fri., March 4 | 7:30 p.m. | The Lyric Theatre | $21+ | Vocalist, guitarist + cellist Eleanor Dubinsky’s music reflects and celebrates both her mid-western roots and the formative time she has spent in South America and Europe.
• Crafts on Tap: The Salsa Center Latin Dance Studio | Fri., March 4 | 6:30 p.m. | Living Arts and Science Center, 362 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. | $40 | Have a drink + learn the basics of salsa dancing
• Wilderado w/ flipturn | Fri., March 4 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $15 | Jam out to this alt trio + special guest flipturn.
• Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias Tour | Fri., March 4 | 8 p.m. | Rupp Arena | Prices vary | Experience one of Hollywood Reporter’s “Top 40 Comedy Players” for one night at his Back On Tour.
• UK vs. TCU | Fri., March 4 | 4 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Field | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on Texas Christian University at home.
• UK vs. Drake University | Fri., March 4 | 3 p.m. | John Cropp Stadium | Prices vary | The UK women’s softball team is hosting Drake University.
• Women in Small Business Block Party | Fri., March 4 | 5-9 p.m. | Greyline Station | Price of purchase | An evening filled with community + connection highlighting local women-owned businesses

Saturday, March 5

• Katt Williams: World War III | Sat., March 5 | 8 p.m. | Rupp Arena | $62+ | Katt Williams is bringing us new materials that blend sidesplitting comedy + thought-provoking social commentary.
• Thick Thighs and Sweet Potato Pies | Sat., March 5 | 7 p.m. | The Lyrics Theatre | $30+ | A heartfelt comedy about a family restaurant struggling to stay open post the pandemic.
• UK vs. TCU | Sat., Mar. 5 | 1 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Park | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on Texas Christian University.
• UK vs. Kent State | Sat., March 5 | 3 p.m. | John Cropp Stadium | Prices vary | The UK women’s softball team is hosting Kent State.
• Family Art Memories March Package Pickup | Sat., March 5 | 1 p.m. | The Lyric Theatre | Free | Take home suffragette sunflower craft inspired by the Women’s Suffrage movement and The Fannie Lou Hamer Story.

Sunday, March 6

• LEYA | Sun., March 6 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $12 | Vibe out to the transcendental music of LEYA + special guest Robert Beatty.
• Georgetown & Lexington Wedding Show | Sun., March 6 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Hilton Garden Inn, 110 Grandstand Drive, Georgetown | Free | Calling all brides-to-be to this boutique wedding show featuring the best wedding pros in the biz. Registration required.
• UK vs. TCU | Sun., March 6 | 1 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Field | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on Texas Christian University.

Monday, March 7-Sunday, March 13

Monday, March 7

• Note-taking Methods | Mon., March 7 | 10 a.m. | Virtual | Registration required | This class will teach both students and life-long learners note-taking techniques and how to improve retention.

Tuesday, March 8

• Comedian Zane Lamprey | Tue., March 8 | 6-9 p.m. | Mirror Twin Brewing, 725 National Ave. | $25+ | Kick back with a night of comedy + craft beer at this “Laughs & Drafts” live tour.
• UK vs. Murray State University | Tues., March 8 | 4 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Park | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on Murray St. at home.
• UK Wind Symphony & Concert Band | Tues., March 8 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Singletary Center | $10 | Tune in for the beautiful sounds of UK’s wind symphony and concert band members.

Wednesday, March 9

• Adventures in Butterfly Gardens | Wed., March 9 | 6 p.m. | Franklin County Extension Office, 101 Lakeview Court | Free, registration required | Learn how to create a thriving habitat for butterflies in your garden
• UK vs. Ohio University | Wed., March 9 | 4 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Park | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on Ohio University at home.
• Transy vs. Centre | Wed., Mar. 9 | 6 p.m. | Centre College, Danville | Prices vary | Transy baseball takes on Centre in Danville.
• Executive Presence Workshop | Wed., March 9 | 9-11 a.m. | American Red Cross, 1450 Newtown Pike | $40+ | Gain confidence and learn how to own the room with Truist Bank Market President Laura Boison.

Thursday, March 10

• Abby Hamilton | Thurs., March 10 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $10 | Get lost in the melodic voice of this Lexington local solo artist.
• UK Percussion Concert | Thurs., March 10 | 7:30 p.m. | Singletary Center | Free | Come see the nationally-recognized percussion ensemble share their athleticism and sound.
• Intro to Wheel Throwing | Thurs., March 10 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $90-$100 | Get messy with this introductory pottery wheel course, where you’ll learn safety measures + proper preparation through hands-on demonstrations.

Friday, March 11

• The Way Down Wanderers + Mama Said String Band | Fri., March 11 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $15 | Bop to the medley of these Americana + folk bands.
• New South Wrestling presents: Resurrection | Fri., March 11 | 5 p.m. | Lexington Ice Center, 560 Eureka Springs Drive | $15+ | Professional Wrestling returns to the ice center with former WWE stars, current AEW stars, and the best talent this area has to offer.
• Crafts on Tap: Couple’s Wheel Throwing | Fri., March 11 | 6:30 p.m. | Living Arts and Science Center, 362 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. | $80 per couple | Have a drink + get messy with this fun pottery class.
• UK vs. High Point University | Fri., March 11 | 4 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Field | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on the High Point at home.
• UK vs. University at Buffalo | Fri., March 11 | 4 p.m. | John Cropp Stadium | Prices vary | The UK women’s softball team is hosting the University at Buffalo.
• An American in Paris | Fri., March 11-Sun., March 13 | Times vary | Lexington Opera House | Prices vary | A Gershwin musical set in post-war Paris

Saturday, March 12

• Liz Cooper | Sat., March 12 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $17 | Vibe out to this alt artist’s The Hot Sass Tour.
• Kentucky Crafted Market | Sat., March 12-Sun., March 13 | 10 a.m. | Alltech Arena | $10 | Experience dozens of Kentucky’s finest visual + craft artists in this annual artistry market.
• Black Stone Cherry | Sat., March 12 | 8 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall | $22.50 | Catch these Kentucky natives rock out with a southern twist.
• UK vs. High Point University | Sat., March 12 | 1 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Field | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on the High Point at home.
• UK vs. Central Michigan | Sat., March 12 | 11 a.m. | John Cropp Stadium | Prices vary | The UK women’s softball team is hosting Central Michigan.
• Transy vs. Wisconsin Oshkosh | Sat., March 12 | 12 p.m. | Wild Health Field | Prices vary | Transy baseball battles the Wisconsin Oshkosh Titans at home.
• Screen Printing 101 | Sat., March 12 | 2-4:30 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $55-$65 | Make + take home your own screen-printed t-shirt in this introductory creative course.
• Woodcock Walk | Fri., March 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Raven Run Nature Sanctuary | Free, registration required | Enjoy an evening hike and learn about the American woodcock
• Transylvania vs. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor | Fri., March 11 | 6:30 p.m. | Clive M. Beck Center, 370 N Broadway | $10 | Cheer on the Transylvania Pioneers as they play host for the NCAA Division III Sweet Sixteen
• Shamrock Shuffle | Sat., March 12 | 8 a.m. | Fasign-Tipton, 2400 Newtown Pk. | $30+ | A 3k fun run to kick off your Lexington St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
• St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival | Sat., March 12 | 10:45 a.m. | Downtown Lexington | Price of purchase | A day celebrating all things Ireland — kick things off with the blessing of the keg, followed by a full day of Irish dancing, festival fun + the parade.

Sunday, March 13

• UK vs. High Point University | Sun., March 13 | 1 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Field | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on High Point at home.
• UK vs. University at Buffalo | Sun., March 13 | 11 a.m. | John Cropp Stadium | Prices vary | The UK women’s softball team is hosting the University at Buffalo.

Monday, March 14-Monday, March 20

Monday, March 14

• James B. Beam Conference | Mon., March 14 - Wed., March 16 | Time TBD | Gatton Student Center, 160 Ave. of Champions | $25-$350 | This third annual conference welcomes those in the bourbon business to discuss industry issues + network with vendors, researchers, along with students.🥃
• Lexington Job Fair | Mon., March 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Register online for this virtual career fair aimed at all job types + professionals.

Tuesday, March 15

• Transy vs. Alfred State | Tue., March 15 | 2 p.m. | Wild Health Field | Prices vary | Transy baseball takes on Alfred State at home.
• Intro to MIG Welding | Tues., March 15 | 6-9 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr. | $45-$60 | Learn the proper safety + equipment settings in this introductory welding course.

Wednesday, March 16

• Transy vs. Maryville College | Wed., March 16 | 6 p.m. | Wild Health Field | Prices vary | Transy baseball takes on the Maryville Scots at home.
• St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes | Wed., Mar. 16 | 6 p.m. | Pivot Brewing | $45 | Create your own holiday cupcakes + enjoy craft beer and cider.

Thursday, March 17

• Shrek: The Musical | Thurs., March 17 | 7 p.m. | Paul Laurence Dunbar High School | $12 | The Paul Laurence Dunbar Theatre is bringing everyone’s favorite ogre to life.
• Salsa Night | Thurs., March 17 | 7 p.m. | Old North Bar, 101 W. Loudon Ave. | Enjoy free salsa lessons and community dancing in Greyline Station’s commons area.
• St. Patty’s Party | Thurs., March 17 | 4:30 p.m. | Soundbar Lexington, 208 S. Limestone | Price of purchase | Green beer + specials on Guinness and Irish whiskey

Friday, March 18

• The Fannie Lou Hamer Story | Fri., March 18 | 7:30 p.m. | The Lyric Theatre | $20+ | The Fannie Lou Hamer Story is an entrancing one-woman play performed by award-winning actress Mzuri Moyo Aimbaye who poetically shares about voting rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer through song and storytelling.
• The Emo Night Tour | Fri., March 18 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $15 | Get angsty to your fave emo songs in one iconic night.
• Transy vs. Otterbein | Fri., March 18 | 6 p.m. | Wild Health Field | Prices vary | Transy baseball takes on the Otterbein Cardinals at home.
• All Abilities Adult Group | Fri., March 18 | 1-3 p.m. | The Bright Spot, 153 Patchen Dr. #55 | $15 | Enjoy games, snacks, and crafts at this all-abilities adult social enrichment program.
• LexArts HOP | Fri., March 18 | 5-8 p.m. | Downtown Lexington | Free | Check out artists + artwork at dozens of participating galleries and museums around town.
• LexDye This Pop-Up | Fri., March 18 | 5-9 p.m. | Wise Bird Cider, 1170 Manchester St. | $15+ | Shop pre-made tie-dye t-shirts or get crafty making your own.

Saturday, March 19

• The Fannie Lou Hamer Story |Sat., March 19 | 7:30 p.m. | The Lyric Theatre | $20+ | The Fannie Lou Hamer Story is an entrancing one-woman play performed by award-winning actress Mzuri Moyo Aimbaye who poetically shares about voting rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer through song and storytelling.

• Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Crawl | Sat., March 19 | 4-11:59 p.m. | Wild Cat Saloon, 123 Cheapside | $10-$15 | Don’t miss the 5th annual St. Patty’s bar crawl to win up to $1000 for best costume + enjoy drink specials from local bars around downtown.
• Transy vs. Otterbein | Sat., March 19 | 6 p.m. | Wild Health Field | Prices vary | Transy baseball battles the Otterbein Cardinals again at home.
• Henry Dry Goods Warehouse Sale | Sat., March 19 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Henry Dry Goods, 238 Jefferson St. | Price of purchase | Shop the third annual warehouse sale with price cuts on classic styles.
• LEAP Kids Day | Sat., March 19 | 11 a.m. | West Sixth Farm, 4495 Shadrick Ferry Rd., Frankfort | Price of purchase | Come celebrate spring with a guided nature hike followed by crafts time and learning about the LEAP Outside program.

Sunday, March 20

• Transy vs. Chicago | Sun., March 20 | 1 p.m. | Wild Health Field | Prices vary | Transy baseball battles UChicago at home.
• Free Family Day | Sun., March 20 | 1:30 p.m. | Lake Mingo Park, Nicholasville | Free | A community event featuring inflatables, live music + face painting
• Sound Healing + Meditation | Sun., March 20 | 7:30-9 p.m. | The Apiary | $100 | Transition through the season with ease with a meditation led by yoga instructor Lissa Sims + sound healing with Amy Hudson.

Monday, March 21-Sunday March 27

Monday, March 21

• Pinot Noir Wine Class | Mon., March 21 | 6 p.m. | Wine + Market, 486 W. Second St. | $25 | Sip + snack your way around the world in a Pinot Noir tasting class.
• The Black Opry | Mon., March 21 | 6:45 p.m. | The Lyric Theater, 300 E. Third St. | $10 | Enjoy performances that honor the legacy and history of Black artists in country music.

Tuesday, March 22

• UK vs. Moorehead State University | Tues., March 22 | 4 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Park | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on Moorehead State at home.
• UK vs. Oklahoma | Tues., March 22 | 7 p.m. | John Cropp Stadium | Prices vary | The UK women’s softball team is hosting Oklahoma.
• Artist Development Program Concert | Tues., March 22 | 7 p.m. | First United Methodist Church, address | Pay-what-you-can | Celebrate the hard work of the students of Lexington Theatre Company’s Artist Development Program at their end of session performance.
• Vuture Foods Pop-up | Tues., March 22 | 4-8 p.m. | Pivot Brewing, 1400 Delaware Ave. | Price of purchase | Vegan junk food favorites + local craft beer and cider.
• Plogging with the Run/Walk Club | Tues., March 22 | 5:30-7 p.m. | West Sixth Brewery, 501 W 6th St. | Free | Work on your fitness and clean up the neighborhood in this organized trash pick-up event.

Wednesday, March 23

• Kentucky Food Systems Summit | Wed., March 23 | 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Kroger Field | $75 | Spend a day learning, networking + conversing with local food professionals advocating for our local farm economy — registration includes parking, a locally-sourced lunch, networking reception, and all-day coffee.
• Transy vs. Spalding | Wed., March 23 | 7 p.m. | Wild Health Field | Prices vary | Transy baseball takes on Spalding University at home.
• Joe Bonamassa | Wed., March 23 | 8 p.m. | Singletary Center | $72+ | Rock out to the sounds of this internationally-acclaimed blues guitarist.
• Transy vs. Allegheny College | Wed., March 23 | 7 p.m. | Pat Deacon Stadium | Prices vary | The women’s lacrosse team battles the Allegheny Gators at home.

Thursday, March 24

• Comic & Toy Convention | Thurs., March 24 -Sun., March 27 | Times vary | Rupp Arena | Prices vary | Immerse yourself in comic + collectibles culture in this epic four-day adventure.
• Tonstartssbandht | Thurs., March 24 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $15 | Get lost in the psychedelic rock sound of this Orlando-based duo + special guest Ted Tyro.
• Lafayette Seminar: Mountain Moonshine | Thurs., March 24 | 6-8 p.m. | Davis Marksbury Building, 329 Rose St. | Free | Engage in the cultural, technical, + political context around the mysterious alcohol at this hybrid educational event.
• Wade Bowen | Thurs., March 24 | 8 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall | $15 | Get back to the sound of classic country music with this Texas-born singer-songwriter.
• UK Choirs Spring Gala | Thurs., March 24 | 7:30 p.m. | Singletary Center | Price TBD | Performances by acoUstiKats, Paws and Listen, the men’s chorus, women’s choir, and more.
• WLK Roundtable Luncheon | Thurs., March 24 | 12-1:30 p.m. | The Grand Reserve | $39+| Part of its Couples in Leadership series hear from Raquel + Bishop Carter
• Adult Watercolors Course | Thurs., March 24 | 6-7 p.m. | The Bright Spot, 153 Patchen Dr. #55 | $200 | Create a unique project at this six-week introductory watercolors course.
• Local Mash: A beer and food event | Thurs., March 24 | 6:30-9 p.m. | West Sixth Brewing, 501 W. Sixth St. | $60 | Sample small plates from seven local chefs perfectly paired with selected West Sixth brews
• Spring Fashion Show + Luncheon | Thurs., March 24 | 12 p.m. | Lexington Country Club | $75 | Catch some Pre-Derby fashion from Carl Meyers with two New York designers.
• Golden Hour Hike | Thurs., March 24 | 6-8 p.m. | Floracliff Nature Sanctuary, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Rd. | Soak in the evening sunset as it grazes across the palisades on a 1.5 mile guided hike through Floracliff Nature Sanctuary.

Friday, March 25

• Elvie Shane | Fri., March 25 | 8 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall | $15 | Catch this new-on-the-scene soulful country artist’s “My Kinda Trouble Tour.”
• UK vs. University of Georgia | Fri., March 25 | 4 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Park | Prices vary | The UK baseball team hosts the Bulldogs at home.
• UK vs. Auburn | Fri., March 25 | 6 p.m. | John Cropp Stadium | Prices vary | The UK women’s softball team is hosting Auburn.
• UK Symphony Orchestra | Fri., March 25 | 7:30 p.m. | Singletary Center | $10 | A special evening featuring Edward Elgar’s “Cello Concerto” + Claude Debussy’s “La Mer ‘The Sea’”.
• Lexington Gem Show | Fri., March 25-Sun., March 27 | Times vary | Clarion Convention Center, 1950 Newtown Pk. | $5 | A geological event you don’t want to miss — learn about rare gems and minerals with the Blue Grass Gem and Mineral Club of Kentucky

Saturday, March 26

• Ian Noe | Sat., March 26 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $20 | Don’t miss this bluesy singer-songwriter based in our old Kentucky home.
• PROM: All Grown Up | Sat., March 26 | 7-10 p.m. | Embassy Suites, 245 Lexington Green Cir. | $40+ | Party with a purpose at this night of dancing + donating for NICU families throughout Kentucky.
• Jon Langston | Sat., March 26 | 8 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall | $15 | Don’t miss this Nashville native in his “Back Words” tour.
• UK vs. University of Georgia | Sat., March 26 | 1 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Park | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on the Bulldogs at home.
• UK vs. Auburn | Sat., March 26 | 1 p.m. | John Cropp Stadium | Prices vary | The UK women’s softball team is hosting Auburn.
• Big Band Blast | Sat., March 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Singletary Center | $10 | Come see the award-winning + national-touring UK Jazz Ensemble.
• Snow White | Sat., March 26 | 2 p.m. + 7 p.m. | Lexington Opera House | Prices vary | A classic fairy tale performed by the Lexington ballet
• Coach Mark Stoops Bottle Signing | Sat., March 26 | 1 p.m. | RD1 Spirits, 1170 Manchester St. | Price of purchase | Purchase an exclusive Citrus Bowl edition of Wm. Tarr Kentucky Whiskey + enjoy a VIP meet-and-greet with UK football coach Mark Stoops
• Transy vs. Illinois Wesleyan | Sat., March 26 | 2 p.m. | Pat Deacon Stadium | Prices vary | The Transy men’s lacrosse team takes on Illinois Wesleyan University at home.
• Geological Walk Through Time | Sat., March 26 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Shaker Village | $20+ | Take a step back in time on this guided hike exploring the historic Kentucky River Palisades.

Sunday, March 27

• UK vs. University of Georgia | Sun., March 27 | 1 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Field | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on the Bulldogs at home.
• UK vs. Auburn | Sun., March 27 | 1 p.m. | John Cropp Stadium | Prices vary | The UK women’s softball team is hosting Auburn.
• Buddy Guy | Sun., March 27 | 7:30 p.m. | Lexington Opera House | Prices vary | The iconic blues guitarist makes his way to Lexington

Monday, March 28-Thursday March 31

Monday, March 28

Tuesday, March 29

• Chris Renzema | Tue., March 29 | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $20 | Experience the light of this contemporary Christian artist + special guest Antoine Bradford.

• UK vs. Eastern Kentucky University | Tue., March 29 | 6:30 p.m. | Kentucky Proud Park | Prices vary | The UK men’s baseball team is taking on EKU at home.
• UK vs. Ohio State | Tue., March 29 | 6 p.m. | John Cropp Stadium | Prices vary | The UK women’s softball team is taking on Ohio State.

Wednesday, March 30

• Transy vs. Centre | Wed., March 30 | 7 p.m. | Wild Health Field | Prices vary | Transy baseball battles Centre College at home.