Find the perfect gift to express gratitude and love for the role models in your life. | Graphic by 6AM City
This year, Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 15 — meaning it’s a great time to browse our gift guide for parents, grandparents, neighbors, mentors, and life-long friends. Shop great gifts that say I appreciate you:
Local pick:Guided bourbon tasting | $40 | Let for your favorite bourbon enthusiast explore the history, process, and taste profiles of Kentucky’s smoothest spirit.
Golf practice net | $99.99 | Golfers can perfect their swing before stepping out on the course with this golf net great for backyards, basements, or even the living room.
Personalized photo wallet card | $14.95 | Tug on heartstrings with this engraved metal wallet insert that features your custom message on one side + a meaningful photo on the other.
Mom’s story book and Dad’s story book | $24.95 | Prompt them to write down memories, advice, and stories in these guided journals.
Neck + shoulders heating pad | $39.99 | This electric heat wrap helps with back pain, muscle aches, and de-stressing.
Crocs recovery slide | $64.95 | If they already love Crocs, upgrade them to the next best thing: a luxe, comfortable slide that will become their most-worn shoe of the summer.
Custom photo socks | $16.99 | Photos of pets, babies, or any person can be added to these socks that are sure to surprise and delight.
Local pick:Bourbon balls | $12.75+ | Ruth Hunt Candies has been satisfying Lexington’s sweet tooth for over 100 years with their famous bourbon balls and more confections.
Carhartt lunch box | $29.50 | This camping cooler and worksite lunchbox is durable, waterproof, and extra roomy.
Golf cooler bag | $25.99 | This slim, insulated cooler sleeve fits up to six beer cans.
You can’t go wrong with a meatball sub or lunch special at Goodfellas. | Photo by @goodfellaspie
Just in time for summer, we’ve got sizzling hot lunch deals throughout the Horse Capital of the World. No matter where you are, or what you’re craving, these 21 lunch options are guaranteed to satisfy without breaking the bank.
Downtown
Doodle’s
Not only can you get breakfast all day ($9 omelet, anyone?), lunch options include the vegan black bean burger, chicken salad sandwich, and the B.E.L.T. (bacon, egg, lettuce, tomato).
Java Jukebox
In addition to coffee and pastries, check out the brunch menu featuring a breakfast plate (two eggs + choice of protein), avocado toast with two eggs, and tomato basil pesto grilled cheese.
Nic and Norman’s
Pre-game your night on the town with a $10 and under appetizer such as spinach + artichoke dip.
Infinity Sky Bar
Not only will you have spectacular downtown views, you can also fuel your day with fried green tomatoes, seasonal soups, or a Caesar salad.
Bluegrass Fair | Thursday, June 5-Sunday, June 15 | Times vary | Masterson Station Park | Free entry | The state’s largest county fair is back for its 64th year with 11 nights of rides, games, music, food + exhibits.
Ultimate Elvis Concert | 7-9 p.m. | Lyric Theatre and Culture Center | $45+ | A tribute show to the King of Rock + Roll where the essence of Elvis reigns supreme.
Art on the Town | 5-8 p.m. | Henry A. Tandy Centennial Park | Free entry | Chat with local artists + shop one-of-a-kind paintings, drawings, jewelry, sculptures, and books, all while enjoying live music.
Erik Griffin | Thursday, June 5-Saturday, June 7 | Times vary | Comedy Off Broadway | $22 | The comic best known for his role as the mustachioed Montez Walker on the hit Comedy Central “Workaholics” brings his humor to the local stage.
Friday, June 6
Pride and Pour | 6-9 p.m. | Ghost Fox Winery, Nicholasville | $35 | Savor a curated list of pours from LGBTQ+ winemakers during this guided taste experience.
Saturday, June 7
Honor Flight Kentucky 5K Run | 8:30 a.m. | Keeneland Race Coures | $20 | Make like a thoroughbred during this active fundraiser to honor and support LEX’s veterans.
Trucks + Tunes | Saturday, June 7-Saturday, June 28 | 5-8 p.m. | Hamburg Pavilion Gazebo | Free entry | Experience a carnival of LEX’s best food trucks with vivacious live music every Saturday afternoon in June.
Sunday, June 8
The Bourbon Ball Coronation | 5:30-10 p.m. | Hilton Lexington/Downtown | $10+ | Toast + tip the queens of the court as they perform to raise money for charities.
Saturday, June 14
Vintage Dad’s Day | 12-4 p.m. | Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, Harrodsburg | $10+ | Celebrate Dad with an 1860s baseball game, classic cars, a pie-eating contest, bourbon, heritage demos, and concessions.*
This family-friendly event will be held at various member locations in the region, including Bourbon, Fayette, Jessamine, Oldham, and Woodford. | Photos provided by Visit Horse Country: GIF by LEXtoday
In celebration of LEX250, Kentuckians are invited to explore the beautiful, rolling hills of Horse Country right in Lexington’s backyard during Meet the NEIGHbors.
On Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15, at varying times between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., participating Horse Country locations across Bourbon, Fayette, Jessamine, Oldham, and Woodford counties will open their doors to visitors for two days of special free tours.
Visitors can look forward to:
Meeting famous stallions
seeing adorable foals and yearlings
And gaining insights into world-class equine care
While Horse Country has welcomed over 200,000 guests from around the world to its member locations, this special weekend is dedicated to connecting with the local community.
Explore participating farms and secure your spot below. Pro tip: Tickets are free, but advanced registration is required.
Publix’s latest Lexington location is officially open in the Fountains at Palomar, with service from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. Step inside Lex’s first Publix for a taste of what fans love about the popular chain.
Seasonal
Is your guppy ready to try swimming solo? Before you pack up the kids and head off to one of LEX’s fabulous public pools, visit Goldfish Swim School for a free introductory class Thursday, June 26. (FOX56)
Real Estate
A $30 million luxury apartment building is now open, featuring a private pet park and 101 one- and two-bedroom units. The Landing at Lakewood Harbour is located near Chevy Chase at Laketower Drive, just steps from Kentucky Native Cafe. (WKYT)
Kids
UK Men’s Basketball are venturing out of Rupp to bring their talents to the kids of Laurel and Russel counties on Friday and Saturday, June 20 + 21. Students ages 7-17 can sign-up for these free summer camps — grab that rebound, spots are filling up fast. (LEX18)
Outdoors
National Trails Day is Saturday, June 7 and there’s no better way to celebrate than by visiting one of Kentucky’s State Parks. Of course, if you’d rather stay closer to home, check out our guide to hiking in LEX.
Pets
Watch two of Bluegrass Dog Training Academy’s best students pass their side by side drills as easy as walking on sunshine. If you don’t think your canine companion deserves all the fun, check out group classes that allow for (some) human socializing as well.
Community
This local program makes remodeling more sustainable. Remove old kitchen materials at no cost, keep them out of landfills, and support affordable housing projects. Whether it’s cabinets or appliances, your donation helps build homes and a stronger community. Think you know who we’re talking about? See if you’re right.*
Shop
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$4,000. That’s how much an ounce of gold is expected to cost in 2026. You can beat the FOMO with a gold IRA, which lets you own physical gold without the hassle of storage.†*
This best-selling bath mat. When was the last time you replaced the mats in your bathroom? If you’re anything like us, it’s been too long. Consider this your sign to upgrade. We love this one that features a soft, ultra-absorbent design and comes in multiple colors and sizes for easily mixing + matching.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
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