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Sunrise 7:37 a.m. | Sunset 7:14 p.m.
 

Editor’s Note
If you love golf all year round, we’re here to remind you that Sand Trap — an indoor golf simulator and bar — is now open.
 
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Your guide to voting in Lexington | It’s election season. To ensure you have adequate time + all the tools you need to cast your votes, check out our updated voter guide.

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Local boutiques share outfit inspo for Keeneland Fall Meet | We asked local boutiques to share some outfit inspo so you can put your best foot (and dress) forward this October.

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The story behind Kentucky’s oldest operating business | Drive down Tates Creek Road, and you’ll come to where the creek’s mouth meets the Kentucky River — and that’s where you’ll find the Valley View Ferry. Curiosity got the best of us, so we dug around to find the real story behind the state’s oldest operating ferry.
 
Events
This Weekend
  • Leanne Morgan | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 7 p.m. | Rupp Arena | $39.75+ | This veteran of the comedy community is bringing the laughs on her “Just Getting Started” tour.
  • Pumpkin Festival | Saturday, Oct. 5-Sunday, Oct. 6 | Times vary | Wildside Winery, Versailles | Free | Soak in all the fall vibes on the vineyard including pumpkin-spiced wine, mums, live music + more.
  • Oktoberfest at the Pitch | Sunday, Oct. 6 | 4 p.m. | Lexington Sporting Club Stadium | $20+ | Watch as the Super League team takes on Carolina Ascent + enjoy pregame festivities like stein hoisting, beer specials, and merch deals.
Plan Ahead
  • Night of Frights | Tuesday, Oct. 8 | 8-10 p.m. | Burl Brew | Free, price of purchase | The brewery will turn into a mini movie theater showing classic Halloween + horror movies — this time it’s “The Craft” — plus, enjoy special cocktails, $15 Burl Lite pitchers, popcorn, and candy.
  • “OUTCRY: Alchemists of Rage” | Tuesday, Oct. 8 | 6-8 p.m. | 21c Museum Hotel Lexington | Free | See a screening of the short documentary film followed by a Q+A with its director, artist, and activist Whitney Bradshaw.
  • Thursday Night Live | Thursday, Oct. 10 | 5-8 p.m. | Fifth Third Bank Pavilion | Free, price of purchase | Head downtown for the perfect post-work wind down featuring live music, tasty beverages, and delicious food.
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News Notes
Civic
  • Meet Urban County Council candidates and current council members on Monday, Oct. 7, 5-7 p.m. at the Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center. You’ll have the chance to network with candidates + nonprofit organizations, plus grab dinner from local food trucks.
Art
  • Calling all artists — submit work to LexArts on the theme of health and well-being for an upcoming exhibit. Applications are due by Sunday, Oct. 27.
Community
  • ICYMI — the city has extended the time for yard waste drop-off at the Haley Pike Waste Management Facility. Fayette County residents now have until Sunday, Oct. 13 to bring storm debris for free.
Wellness
  • Posture check — this is your weekly reminder to straighten your back. If that felt good, imagine how nice a stretch at LEX Method would feel. Find your flow at these Lexington yoga studios.
Travel
  • Want to make sure your next vacation takes off without a hitch? Check out our guide to Blue Grass Airport for a full food rundown and to know just how early you should arrive to get through security. Bon voyage.
Regional
  • Have you ever made a faux pas like calling New Circle “Circle 4"? We’ve all been there. Here are all the unwritten rules Lexingtonians should know about the city, according to LEXtoday readers.
 
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Your ultimate guide to tours of Lexington
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Through Town Branch Distillery, Lexington Brewing & Distilling made the first malt whiskey in Lexington since Prohibition. | Photo courtesy of Lexington Brewing & Distilling
Here are a few tours guaranteed to show you the sights you want to see.

Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. | $13 per person | This two-for-one tour will take you along the journey of creating Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale + Town Branch Bourbon — plus you’ll get to sip samples along the way.

African American Heritage Tour | Free | This self-guided, mobile-exclusive tour courtesy of VisitLEX will have you exploring four parts of town — Northside, East End, Jefferson Street, and South Hill. Enjoy audio narration by local historian Yvonne Giles who will teach you about the influential community leaders who shaped Lexington’s cultural landscape.

Art Walk | $15-$35 per person | This two-hour leisurely walking tour hosted by Arts Connect will lead you to various art landmarks + galleries while learning about those who have contributed to our city’s rich culture.

City Guides are presented by VisitLEX.
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