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☀️ Summer time in the city
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Kick back + relax with some live outdoor music this summer. | Photo provided by Lexington Parks & Recreation
Summer’s almost here and Lexington is so ready. From live music and Memorial Day celebrations to hiking and festivals, summer is when the Horse Capital of the World comes alive.

Get ready to get outside with this guide featuring 28 summer events — including ideas for the Fourth of July — happening between May and August.

Concerts and live music

Railbird Music Festival, June 1-2, The Infield at Red Mile
From internationally recognized acts like Noah Kahan to local icons like Abby Hamilton, you can expect a wide range of country + folk-centric music during this festival. Plus, find local breweries and eateries on-site to really make it a true Lexington experience.

Eastside Evenings, Every second Saturday, July-September, Charles Young Park
Taking over for the former Northside Nights, this monthly series is bringing live funk, soul, and R&B music to the East End. Performances will be held on the showmobile stage, so grab a blanket, some chairs + get ready to boogie down.

Young ballerinas with pink feathers in their hair perform a dance.

Nothing says a peaceful summer evening like ballet under the stars. | Photo courtesy of @lexkyparks

Family-friendly

Lexington Legends, April-September, Legends Field
Take the kids out to the ball game this summer + check out our guide for nightly deals. Pro Tip: On Sundays, Kids Club members can attend games for free, enjoy discounts at the team store, then run the bases after the game.

Ballet Under the Stars, July 31-Aug. 4, Woodland Park
Celebrate the art of dance under the moonlight with the Kentucky Ballet Theatre. This year’s pre-show is A Tribute to Taylor Swift, then professional dancers take to the stage at 9 p.m.

A panel of speakers on stage with a sign that says "SoulFeast Week."

Lexington has countless ways to commemorate Juneteenth this year. | Photo courtesy of SoulFeast Week

Holidays

Soulteenth Fest, June 15, Moondance Amphitheatre
Commemorate Juneteenth with an all-day festival that highlights Black culture through music, vendors, art, and food. Whether you’re looking for a bite to eat or to dance the night away, there’s something for everyone.

Bluegrass 10,000 and Fun Run, July 4, Downtown Lexington,
This annual race is a tradition in the Horse Capital of the World. Get motivated as fellow Lexingtonians cheer you on from the sidelines as you run or walk through downtown. Then, reward yourself with the Fourth of July festivities.
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The most wonderful time of year to explore the city is…
A. Spring
B. Summer
C. Fall
D. Winter
E. All of them
 
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Events
 
Monday, April 29
  • “Faces” Exhibit | Monday, April 29-Sunday, May 12 | Times vary | Central Library, 140 E. Main St., Lexington | Free | See the work of artist Jason Akhtarekhavari and photographer Kevin Nance as they prove that faces are everywhere — if you look close enough.
Tuesday, April 30
  • Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre | Tuesday, April 30 | 7-9 p.m. | Sedona Taphouse, 3600 Palomar Centre Dr., Lexington | $53 | Eat through a three-course meal as you try to solve the musical murder of The Karao-Kill Cafe.
Wednesday, May 1
  • Urban Growth Festival | Wednesday, May 1 | 5-8 p.m. | Whitaker Family YMCA, 2681 Old Rosebud Rd., Lexington | Free | Join the team at CivicLex for fun festivities while learning more about and discussing the city’s evolution — registration is encouraged.
Thursday, May 2
  • Nothing Cohesive | Thursday, May 2 | 6-6:45 p.m. | Ethereal Brewing, 401 S. Limestone, Lexington | Free | Grab some pizza and a beer while UK School of Music students perform their pop music-inspired final exam.
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Managing Director of American Trust Wealth, Kevin Avent, cuts ribbon at their new location. | Photo by Eppic Films
American Trust Wealth (ATW) is making big moves. ICYMI, the firm recently opened a new office (2525 Harrodsburg Rd., Ste. 300) to help improve the customer experience.

The importance of this new space? Face-to-face interactions between their team of fiduciary investment advisors and customers. While investing can be done digitally, ATW sees the importance of also having in-person interactions with customers while advising them.

Get a sneak peek of the new space at the firm’s recent ribbon cutting, and bookmark this page for updates from ATW.
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News Notes
 
Open
  • Over the weekend, a center focused on providing resources for children with autism + their caretakers, opened at 2464 Fortune Dr., Ste. 195. BlueSprig uses applied behavior analysis therapy to guide children as they adopt important life and social skills in a safe, structured environment.
Edu
  • UK’s Board of Trustees voted to dissolve the university senate last week, meaning it will no longer be in charge of making policies. Instead, it will assume an advisory faculty role. President Eli Capilouto said this would help students and staff be more involved in the decision-making process. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Transit
  • LexTran is setting aside $75,000 of its 2025 fiscal year budget to learn more about how LEX uses public transportation. Specifically, the money will be going toward studying microtransit, which would offer on-demand transportation for the public. The effort was supported by BUILD, a congregation of Lexingtonians focused on making the city more equitable. (WKYT)
Watch
  • Join The Kentucky Theatre for its Art on the Screen Series with a showing of “Maestra” on Thursday, May 9. The documentary follows conductors, including Lexington Philharmonic’s own Mélisse Brunet, as they prepare for one of the world’s largest female conducting competitions. The screening will be followed by a Q+A.
Wellness
  • Did you know? ~70% of the population is chronically dehydrated. If that sounds like you, VitaOasis could help. The nurse-owned and operated business offers a range of IV therapy treatments + wellness services wherever you are. Think: at home, in the office, or at a special event. Schedule your appointment.*
 
 
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🛍️ Happy National Small Biz Week
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Get lost in the nostalgia at Pop’s Resale. | Photo by LEXtoday
One of our favorite things about Lexington is how much it supports its small businesses. National Small Business Week takes place Sunday, April 28-Saturday, May 4, and we’re looking to you to help us celebrate the bizzes you love most.

How can you show your appreciation? It’s easy: Just fill out this three-question survey telling us your favorite small business and what makes it special.

We’ll start:
  • City Editor Aayat loves flipping through the vinyl and vintage clothes at POP’s Resale.
  • City Editor Molly loves all the health + fresh options at The Press Juice Bar.
Start thinking of those locally owned eateries, top spots for retail therapy, and service providers who go above + beyond. We’ll feature some of your shout outs during National Small Business Week, so keep ‘em coming.
 
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All this talk about summertime has me more than ready for outdoor live music. Do you have any fun concerts planned in the next few months? Let me know.
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