Get your costumes and candy ready. | Photo via @lexingtonkygov
Trick-or-treaters, get ready. Halloween is this Thursday, and Lexington has dished out the details to have a fun and safe night collecting candy. Whether you’re going door-to-door, handing out treats, or just avoiding the Halloween traffic, here’s what you need to know to have a night without unexpected scares.
Trick-or-treaters
In Lexington, trick-or-treating hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31. Expect to see an increased amount of foot traffic during this time frame. Trick-or-treaters are expected to remain on sidewalks whenever possible and use crosswalks and traffic signals.
The Lexington-Fayette County Public Health Department advises parents to accompany children under the age of 12. If kids do not need supervision, parents should establish a clear line of communication before children depart for the evening.
These trick-or-treaters are scary, cute, and hungry for candy.
Trick-or-treaters should only visit houses that are clearly participating in the festivities. According to the Kentucky State Police, the best way to alert families that you’re giving out candy is by leaving your porch lights on.
Pro tip: Not a fan a sweets? Try passing out one of these fun treats instead.
Halloween traffic
With Halloween being on a weekday, many locals will be commuting home during trick-or-treating hours. The City of Lexington has not issued citywide changes to traffic, but some neighborhoods — like Hartland — have put restrictions in place as a safety precaution.
Both drivers and pedestrians should stay alert at all times — especially with the possibility of rain in the forecast. The University of Kentucky has shared tips to make costumes more visible to vehicles, like avoiding all dark colors and adding reflective materials to fabrics or your treat bag.
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Delcamp Visiting Writer Poetry Reading | 6-8 p.m. | Free | Mitchell Fine Arts Center | Head to Carrick Theater to hear a reading from Fady Joudah, next year’s Delcamp visiting writer, followed by a book signing.
Music Bingo | 8 p.m. | Tin Roof | Free | Get five in a row B4 anyone else to win prizes at this music-based game — this week with Halloween tunes.
Wednesday, Oct. 30
Investor Panel Discussion | 1:30-2:30 p.m. | Awesome Inc. | Free | Learn tips and tricks at this Q+A panel with some of Kentucky’s most active investors — registration required.
Yappy Hour: Howl-o-ween | 5:30 p.m. | Pleasant Ridge Park | Free | Bring your pup to this pay-what-you-like celebration with costume contests, food and drink trucks, and vendors for humans and dogs.
Thursday, Oct. 31
The Alchemist Series | Thursday, Oct. 31-Thursday, Nov. 21 | Times vary | Bespoken Spirits | Experience a new, innovative spirit flavor each Thursday, exclusively at The Greyline Station tasting room — a limited number of bottles will be available for purchase.*
Spooky Time on Main | 6-8 p.m. | Main Street, Nicholasville | Free | Head to downtown Nicholasville for trick-or-treating, family-friendly activities, and “Thriller” performances in front of the court house.
Back 2 Mac: Witches Night | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $20+ | Time cast a spell on you, but you won’t forget this witchy tribute to Fleetwood Mac.
Friday, Nov. 1
The Taylor Party: The Cruel Summer Tour | 8 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall | $20 | If you’re a Taylor Swift “Lover,” pay tribute at this party and dance like your “Reputation” is on the line.
Plans to build a seven-story student housing complex near UK have been stalled. Lexington’s Urban County Planning Commission voted to deny zoning changes that would allow the 800-bedroom complex to be built. However, the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council will review this decision at a later date. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Sports
Lexington Sporting Club has launched a worldwide search to find a new head coach for the 2025 season, an effort to reassess its strategy. Darren Powell — who served as the pro soccer team’s head coach this year — will transition to a technical leadership position with the team.
Coming Soon
Something good is cooking off of Nicholasville Road. Jaggers, a fast-casual restaurant created by Texas Roadhouse founder Kent Taylor, will open its first Lexington location in front of the Regency Road Kroger. The restaurant is anticipated to open in mid-2025 with a drive-thru. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Traffic
Waze users can expect more alerts while driving through Lexington — 100 of them, to be exact. In an effort to improve pedestrian safety, the city worked with the navigation app to incorporate alerts for 49 pedestrian crossings + 51 school zones.
Edu
Sound the horns, Lafayette High School won its class at the Kentucky Music Educators Association Championships. The marching band competition features the state’s top 30 bands across five divisions, and this is Lafayette’s 24th time winning the title. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Announced
Mayor Linda Gorton declared October as manufacturing month in Lexington. Gorton made the announcement while visiting Lexington Manufacturing Center, where she celebrated the industry’s vital role and its ability to provide opportunities and employment to locals. (LEX18)
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📦 From Kentucky with love
The state capitol makes many of the decisions that impact local exports. | Photo via Kentucky.gov
Kentucky’s global impact is growing to record-breaking numbers. Last year, the state’s exports were valued at $40.2 billion — an all-time high and a 16.6% increase from 2022.
Don’t think the state plans on slowing down. Governor Andy Beshear announced an additional $400,000 in STEP (State Trade Expansion Program) funding. This effort is backed by the US Small Business Administration to help local businesses enter the global market, therefore creating more jobs. Local companies can apply to receive grants up to $15,000 to support the state’s export initiative.
Canada, the United Kingdom, and Mexico are the top three recipients of exports from Kentucky.
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Trick-or-treating can be fun for the kids, but grown ups deserve some treats too. I recommend heading to Ruth Hunt Candies to try the Bourbon Confections. They’re all delicious, sweet snacks with a little local flare to them.
