A couple dancing on the rooftop of the Kentucky Castle in Lexington, KY.

Sunset dances on the rooftop, does it get any more magical? | Photo by @jennastevensphotography

Wedding season is upon us — bringing bachelor parties, and blushing brides to the Bluegrass. If wedding bells are in your future, check out this list of quintessentially Lexington wedding venues.

The Kentucky Castle

We can’t think of anything more magical than a wedding in a real-life castle. You’ll have access to a beautiful ballroom, rooftop sunset views, and various on-site gardens.

Address: 230 Pisgah Pike
Vibe: Formal, whimsical

The Loudoun House

This historic Gothic Revival-style building serves as an art gallery featuring numerous rooms, unique pieces of work, and a beautiful courtyard.

Address: 209 Castlewood Dr.
Vibe: Outdoor garden party, eclectic

A couple in front of a white round barn with a red door. — The red door at the Round Barn is a popular wedding photo op. | Photo by @jackiewhitakerphoto_

The Round Barn

A wedding in a barn, does it get any more Kentucky than that? This one is unique thanks to its round architecture, three floors, and dramatic chandelier.

Address: 1200 Red Mile Rd.
Vibe: Rustic, equestrian

Clerestory at Greyline

This wide-open space is a blank canvas to create the wedding of your dreams. The hydrangea-filled outdoor space is the perfect photo backdrop. Bonus: Find them on our list of beautiful bathrooms in Lexington.

Address: 101 W. Loudon Ave.
Vibe: Customizable

A bride and groom outside an old mansion with lots of white flowers. — The indoor and outdoor access at Spindletop Hall is perfect for the surprise Kentucky weather. | Photo by @madisonreneephotography_

Spindletop Hall

Choosing this historic mansion gives you the full package and access to the lawn, the library (which makes the perfect dance floor), and Oak Room banquet room.

Address: 3414 Iron Works Pike
Vibe: Semi-formal, indoor/outdoor options

Keeneland

Did you know you can place more than bets at Lexington’s historical racetrack? From the tree-lined drive to expansive venue options, Keeneland can customize a wedding for any vibe or size.

Address: 4201 Versailles Rd.
Vibe: Dreamy, equestrian

The Apiary

The breathtaking backdrops + superb service at this hidden downtown gem are perfect will leave your guests gushing.

Address: 218 Jefferson St.
Vibe: Formal, indoor/outdoor options

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EVENTS

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Monday, March 13

Burn the Mic | Monday, Mar. 13 | 7 p.m. | The Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning, 251 W. Second St., Lexington | Free | Brave the mic to share your words + enjoy live readings from featured speaker and poet Eric Scott Sutherland.

Tuesday, March 14

Cocktails and Candles | Tuesday, Mar. 14 | 2-5 p.m. | Origin Hotel Lexington, 4174 Rowan, Lexington | $26-$70 | This hands-on class lead by Six & Main partner Wixology will give attendees a craft cocktail and the opportunity to create your own custom candle.

Wednesday, March 15

Playing With Pattern: Printmaking On Paper | Wednesday, Mar. 15 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Rock House Brewing, 119 Luigart Ct., Lexington | Join Studio Mel Designs for an evening of pattern play learning how to use hand-carved stamps.

Thursday, March 16

NVRMND Acoustic Show | Thursday, Mar. 16 | 8 p.m. | Chevy Chase Inn, 833 E. Euclid Ave., Lexington | Free | This energetic 90s rock cover band will be bringing all the hits to CCI.

Friday, March 17

My Fair Lady | Friday, Mar. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St., Lexington | $60-$140 | See the lively musical story of Eliza Doolittle + Henry Higgins as he tries to transform her into “his idea of a proper lady.”

Saturday, March 18

Sunset of the Shakers | Saturday, Mar. 18 | 6-7 p.m. | Shaker Village, 3501 Lexington Rd., Harrodsburg | $10-$15 | Discover the unique and beautiful landscape and soak in the Kentucky sunset on this spring time stroll.

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

41º | Mostly cloudy | 30% chance of rain

Civic

To help business owners + homeowners better understand the permitting process, the city of Lexington has created One-Stop Lexington. The online portal will make permit requirements for various commercial and residential projects available at any hour of the day. (The Lane Report)

Sports

Transylvania University women’s basketball is heading to the Final Four for the first time in program history. The Pioneers remain undefeated, with a record of 31-0, after defeating NYU in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Division III tournament. Next up, they’ll play Smith College on Saturday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

Concert

The countdown is on. We’re just four weeks away from the start of Central Bank Thursday Night Live which kicks things off Thursday, April 6 at 5 p.m. with the high-energy rock sounds of Nineteen85. The season will run through Thursday, Oct. 12.
Tickets are on sale now to see The Fab Four, an ultimate Beatles tribute band, at the historic Lexington Opera House on Wednesday, Dec. 6. Get your ticket to ride and relive the band’s greatest hits + the Rubber Soul album.

Number

$34 million. That’s how much of Governor Andy Beshear’s $100 million Kentucky Product Development Initiative is being spent for the first round. The money will be used to support economic growth across the state through 54 site and building development projects. (The Lane Report)

Drink

When life gives us lemons, Boonedogs makes us boozy lemonades. Since spring is having commitment issues, we can at least pretend like it’s a sunny day by sipping a refreshing lemonade and vodka cocktail in flavors like watermelon + bluegrass.

Feel Good

Thanks to donations from the Big Blue Nation + various community sponsors, UK’s club hockey team will now be able to compete at the national championships in Boston next week. The team raised $80,000 through a GoFundMe campaign, to help pay for their flights, food, and hotel rooms. (FOX56)

Seasonal

To welcome the new season, our online store (Six & Main) is running a Spring Forward Contest. The winner + two friends will receive a prize from one of our coffee or tea brand partners. The contest is running now through Friday, March 24. Learn more on Instagram. 🌸

Today Is

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DYK

Fun local fact: Lexington es el hogar de la fábrica de mantequilla de cacahuate más grande del mundo. Find the translation of this fun fact in The Wrap at the bottom of our newsletter.*

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SPORTS

Wildcats ready for NCAA tournament play

Chris Livingston. | Photo by Chet White of UK Athletics | Chet White

It’s the morning after Selection Sunday and the 2023 NCAA basketball tournament brackets are set with the Wildcats ready to compete.

The season has been a little shaky at times for both teams. The No. 14 seed women’s team lost 80-71 to No. 3 Tennessee in the quarterfinals of the SEC tournament. And the men lost 80-73 to Vanderbilt in the first round last Friday night.

Here’s when you can catch the Cats in action. Psst... don’t forget to support your team in our favorite merch.

Men’s basketball

Round 1
No. 6 Kentucky vs. No 11 Providence | Friday, March 17 | 7:10 p.m. | Greensboro

THE WRAP

DYK, translated: Lexington is home to the largest peanut butter production facility in the world. Brush up on your Spanish skills with a subscription to Babbel (currently 60% off exclusively for LEXtoday readers now through Sunday, March 19).*

Today’s issue was written by Molly.

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