Arrrree you ready for the ultimate pirate adventure at Woodland Park? | Photo courtesy of Lexington Parks & Recreation
Let’s go for a dip, LEX. With school out for summer break later this week, and warmer weather on the way, we thought we’d help your family keep cool. We’re sharing some public pools and splash pads to help you beat the heat.
Aquatic centers
Our aquatic centers feature everything from diving boards and lap pools to climbing walls and tall slides. All hours are Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. + Sunday, 12 p.m.-6 p.m.
Child (15 and under) admission is $5 and adult admission is $7, or you can purchase a family or individual pool pass.
Castlewood Aquatic Center
Southland Aquatic Center
Shilito Aquatic Center (open until 8 p.m.)
Tates Creek Aquatic Center
Woodland Aquatic Center
Douglass Aquatic Center | Note: Closed for refurbishment, expected to reopen summer 2025
Memorial Day Run | 9-11 a.m. | Thoroughbred Park | Free | Commemorate Memorial Day with a contemplative walk (or run) with Frontrunners Lexington, part of the 250LEX celebrations.
Veterans Affairs Memorial Day Event | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Lexington Cemetery | Free | Attend an official Memorial Day commemoration ceremony hosted by Kentucky Veterans Affairs.
Tuesday, May 27
Bourbon Tasting | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Granddam at The Manchester | $40 | Find your favorite bourbon as you explore the process, quality + taste profiles of Kentucky’s smoothest spirit.
Wednesday, May 28
LexTalks: “Gratz Park: The Heart of Historic Lexington” | 6-8 p.m. | Lexington History Museum | Free | Photographer Bob Willcutt and UK’s Dr. Jeremy Popkin discuss their new book featuring photographs and an essay on one of Lexington’s most beloved city parks.
Saturday, May 31
Railbird Music Festival | Saturday, May 31-Sunday, June 1 | 1 p.m. | Red Mile | $150+ | Hear more than two dozen artists on multiple stages at this annual two-day music festival.
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Memorial Day, a federal holiday, meaning civic offices, most state offices, banks, and public libraries will be closed. Observe the day at Lexington Cemetery from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. for an event hosted by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Civic
Due to the holiday, there will be no trash pickup today, with service resuming Tuesday. Register for text alerts to keep you up-to-date on the city’s waste management schedule by texting your pickup day to 888777.
Health
We can work it out. Fayette County high school students ages 14 to 19 have a special chance this summer to “prioritize their mental and physical wellness goals” at Planet Fitness. Register for a free summer gym pass today.
Mansion Monday
Take a virtual tour of this Parisian palace — Paris, Kentucky, that is. With a whopping 156 acres and a turnkey horse operation designed by industry experts, this estate has everything an aspiring Derby winner needs.
Community
You’re invited to a special evening with critically acclaimed author Angie Kim at Lexington Public Library’s Central Library branch on Saturday, May 31. As the finale of this year’s Community Reads, Kim will discuss her acclaimed novel, “Happiness Falls.” Don’t miss this free literary celebration — register to secure your spot.*
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We’re counting down the days until school’s out for summer, and with only three days left you should definitely bookmark our guide to Summer Classics at the Kentucky Theatre. Think: free air conditioning, matinee prices, buttery popcorn + adult beverages for the chaperones.
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