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35° | Cloudy + snow showers | 38% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:51 a.m. | Sunset 5:44 p.m.
 

🚗 Get in, we’re going to Harrodsburg

Hit the Road: a 40-mile getaway to Harrodsburg
An aerial view of Shaker Village.
Shaker Village offers the perfect slice of Kentuckiana with hiking trails, an on-site restaurant, and historic tours. | Photo provided by Shaker Village
Last year, we featured our ultimate road trip to Columbus, OH (what’s up CBUStoday?). If you checked it out, we’d love to hear about it.

Today, we’re taking a ~40-mile trip to Harrodsburg for those of you who want a quicker getaway. From historic homes to breweries and good home cookin’, this town offers a little bit of everything — making it the perfect getaway during the cold winter months.

Before you start packing your bags, here’s everything you need to know about the area + our insider recommendations.

Drive time: ~45 minutes from downtown
Est. population: 9,149
Avg. high in January: 41°

🎟️ Things to do

Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
Shaker Village is home to 3,000 acres of exploration including walking + hiking trails, horse-drawn wagon rides, family animals to visit, and so much more. Choose your own adventure.

Black Watch Alpacas
This family-owned farm is sheer to be a good time. Visit the Little Shop on the Farm, which carries 100% alpaca yarn goods, then meet the herd who helped provide them.

Kountry Kupboard

Kountry Kupboard: Go for the sammies, leave with some flowers. | Photo provided by Kountry Kupboard

🍔 Grub to eat

Kountry Kupboard
If you’re traveling via the Bluegrass Parkway, you can’t miss the fresh flower-covered Kountry Kupboard along Hwy. 127. The local favorite, which is also a bulk food store, serves up piled-high deli sandwiches, homemade baked goods, and fresh produce.

La Fonda
If you’re looking to shake things up from American fare, Main Street is home to this Mexican eatery serving up jaw-dropping dishes like its foot-long burrito with your choice of filling.

A living room featuring a couch, lamps, a fireplace with a TV and mantle above.

The Blue Cottage in Downtown Harrodsburg is an Instagrammable dream. | Photo via Airbnb

🏨 Overnight accommodations

If you get a wild hair and decide to turn this quick day trip into an overnighter, here are some spots to stay.

The Blue Cottage, Chestnut Street
Situated in the heart of downtown, this ranch-stye home gives you walking access to downtown + some of Harrodsburg’s most beloved sites, such as historic Old Graham Springs.
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Events
Thursday, Jan. 18
  • Hot Mom Happy Hour | Thursday, Jan. 18 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Whole Foods Market, 4059 Finn Way, Lexington | Moms are invited to bring the kids for playtime and a chance to mingle.
  • Beginner Dance Class: Triple Two | Thursday, Jan. 18 | 7:15-8 p.m. | Bluegrass Ballroom, 4750 Hartland Pkwy., Ste. 190, Lexington | $9 | Grab a partner or ride solo at this beginner-friendly dance class, where you’ll master the art of the two-step.
Friday, Jan. 19
  • BourbonCon 2024 | Friday, Jan. 19-Saturday, Jan. 20 | Times vary | Lexington Griffin Gate Marriott, 1800 Newtown Pike, Lexington | $125-$999 | Get ready for a barrel of fun at this immersive weekend filled with bourbon tastings, mixologist competitions, and live music.
  • Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer | Friday, Jan. 19 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Lyric Theatre, 300 E. Third St., Lexington | $34-$56 | Experience this composer’s most recognizable scores beneath the warm glow of candlelight.
Saturday, Jan. 20
  • Wine and Truffle Pairing | Saturday, Jan. 20-Sunday, Jan. 21 | Times vary | Harkness Edwards Vineyards, 5199 Combs Ferry Rd., Winchester | $39 | Take a high-end culinary adventure by trying four wine and truffle pairings.
Sunday, Jan. 21
  • Lexington Black History Guided Walk | Sunday, Jan. 21 | 1-2 p.m. | Charles Young Park, 215 Midland Ave., Lexington | Free | Walk and learn more about some of Lexington’s iconic locations preserving Black history — registration is suggested.
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News Notes
Weather
  • Severe winter weather is expected to continue impacting Lexington tonight. According to the National Weather Service, light snow accumulations + single-digit temperatures could create hazardous driving conditions. Be safe, LEX.
Coming Soon
  • After breaking ground over a year ago, Lexington Public Library’s newest branch is almost ready for its debut. The grand opening of the Marksbury Family Branch will take place on Saturday, March 9, where the community can finally see the $17 million, 30,000-sqft project at 2185 Versailles Rd.
Opening
  • Kentucky-based Hibachi restaurant Koi Express will open its first location in Lexington this year. The Japanese-inspired eatery will take over the former Saucy Crab on 3029 Richmond Rd., serving up sushi and noodle bowls.
Read
  • Lexington Public Library’s newest club, Black Voices Book Club, will have its first meeting on Saturday, Feb. 17 at the Eastside Branch. Here, the community is invited to join discussion about the works of Black authors, with the first covering “Let Us Descend” by Jesmyn Ward.
Active
  • The Philip Cullen Memorial Indoor Triathalon returns to the North Lexington YMCA on Sunday, Feb. 11 at 7 a.m. in honor of the Central Kentucky triathlete. Participants can sign up for three options: the bike-run, relay, or individual triathlon, all while being motivated by a live DJ.
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  • Is there a gym or fitness studio around town you’ve been wanting to check out? Get a free month of ClassPass + sample multiple gyms with just one membership.*
Try This

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Build a local charcuterie board
A large charcuterie table including fruits, cheeses, meats, and more.
Don’t mind if we graze through this eye-catching charcuterie board. | Photo courtesy of @fablelex
Wanna take your charcuterie board from grate to un-brie-lievably delicious? We’ve got you covered — with a little help from some local spots, of course.

Kroger, Multiple locations | What to find there: Meats, cheeses, jams, jellies, crackers, nuts, pickled goods, olives, bread, and wine.

Fable Charcuterie + Wine, Order online | What to find there: Order a pre-made charcuterie board if you don’t have time to make one yourself.

Other must-haves:
If you’re a first-timer to charcuterie construction, worry not. Check out these tips on how to assemble the perfect charcuterie board.
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