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68º | 88% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:31 a.m. | Sunset 7:24 p.m.
 

Editor’s Note
It’s clear that fall is in the air. We’re looking forward to some of Lexington’s most anticipated autumnal events, like the Keeneland Fall Meet, Thriller Halloween Parade, PumpkinMania, Freaky Flicks, and the Day of the Dead Festival.
 
Top Stories
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Over 20 concerts coming to Lexington this fall. | Break out the flannel, because no matter what the weather decides to do, Lexington live music will be there.

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Fall Favorites: U-Pick Farms around Lexington | There’s nothing like a cool autumn day spent picking produce and hitting the hay (literally).

A sign that says Free Public Parking in front of a big open empty parking lot in the Distillery District

Three free parking lots you might not know about | Did you know that the city has provided three free parking lots near The Burl campus + Pepper Rickhouse to ease those parking woes?
 
Events
This Weekend
  • Grand Opening | Saturday, Sept. 28-Sunday, Sept. 29 | Times vary | That Cute Little Shop | Free | Meet the newest Chevy Chase neighbor as it celebrates its opening by giving away free necklaces to the first 100 customers and more deals on its boutique clothing + accessories.
  • The Dancer’s Social at Fountain Hall | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 8-11 p.m. | La Brasa Fountain Hall | $15 | Sip on local brews + grab some onsite food while you move and groove to dance lessons from The Salsa Center.
  • Family Silent Disco | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 1-4 p.m. | Wise Bird Cider Co. | $10+ | Dance like no one’s listening at this kid-friendly silent disco featuring three channels of music and food from onsite truck Little Fork.
  • Black Jacket Symphony Presents “Madman Across the Water” | Sunday, Sept. 29 | Times vary | Lexington Opera House | $40+ | Count the headlights on the highway as this band covers Elton John’s classic 1971 album.
Plan Ahead
  • Private Barrel Selects Tasting | Wednesday, Oct. 2 | 2-4 p.m. | 21c Museum Hotel | $28.52 | Tour Lockbox’s private barrel selections, then take home a tasting wheel as part of Bourbon and Belonging: Kentucky’s Queer Bourbon Week.
  • “A Dish Best Served Cold” Premier | Friday, Oct. 4 | 7-10 p.m. | Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center | $17.85 | See the new feature film from Tolleywood Studios at this interactive experience featuring a musical overture, food, and drinks.
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News Notes
Open
  • 2 Fisted Willie’s is officially open in the former Cosmic Charlie’s on Woodland Avenue, offering a rooftop bar, a projection screen, and eventually, live music. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
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Weather
  • Is it cool in here or is it just us? Regardless if you’re a fall lover or not, you may be curious about what’s in store for Lexington this season. Check out our fall weather outlook for predictions on what may be headed our way.
State
  • The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet announced that in 2025, vision tests will be required for all residents renewing their license. Kentuckians will have two options — receive a free vision screening at any KYTC Driver Licensing Regional Office or a KYTC-credentialed medical professional. (LEX18)
Art
  • Following the closure of its physical location, Studio Mel Designs is back with its Block Print Parties. Join the artistic twins at Darling Wine Bar today, 5-6:30 p.m., to design your own custom wine bag + snag deals on bottles of wine.
Eat
  • We all know about the famous soft-serve ice cream served at Rupp Arena. Now, there are even more chances to get the sweet treat. Taylor Belle’s is expanding, serving its delicious frozen swirls at places like Legends Field + Lexington SC games, Malone’s locations, and more events around the state. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
 
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Lexington’s best gluten-free restaurants
Two plates featuring avocado toast with lettuce + paprika with a coffee mug and orange juice from Beau's Cafe.
Beau’s Cafe levels up their avocado toast with endive + candied lemon. | Photo by LEXtoday
We’re here to help take the stress out of planning — and off your tummies — by rounding up Lexington’s best places to eat gluten-free.

Archa Nine | This Thai food fan-favorite has a huge selection of curries + noodles — most of which can be modified to be gluten-free. Looking for a sweet treat? We’re nuts over its coconut ice cream.

Athenian Grill | At this Greek food spot, you can get a gyro as a bowl. Plus, its sides are so good, they make a whole meal themselves.

Beau’s Cafe | For brunch, we love the gluten-free avocado toast + French omelette, but don’t sleep on its salads and sandwiches with gluten-free bread. Bonus: The fryers are drained for evening service, so indulge in the French fries + a burger with a gluten-free bun.
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