Hear ye, hear ye — Lexington’s first Renaissance Faire is just under one month away. Journey to Chaotic Good on Saturday, Aug. 23, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and you’ll find:
Sword fights and live music
A feast fit for a king: turkey legs, mocktails, and mead
Wares and goods from 25+ vendors
Live performances and demos
Of course, costumes are encouraged. View the schedule — admission is pay-what-you-can.
Events
Events
Monday, July 28
Run/Walk Club | 4:30 p.m. | Kentucky Horse Park Visitor Center | Free | Explore the KHP grounds free of charge with other walkers or runners — you can traverse a 1.5- or three-mile loop.
Music Open Mic Night | Monday, July 28, Monday, Aug. 4 | 5 p.m. | Kenwick Table | Free | Bring your (tuned) instrument to this musically inclined performance opportunity with an all ages audience. Sign ups start at 5 p.m.
Tuesday, July 29
Music Bingo With JD Entertainment | 8 p.m. | Tin Roof Lexington | Free | Put your musical knowledge to the test — prizes are on the line, including a $50 and $100 jackpot.
Thursday, July 31
Royal Summer Princess Ball | 4-6 p.m. | The Kentucky Castle, Versailles | $65+ | Put on a dress or ball attire and become your own version of Cinderella to dance the night away.
Art on the Town at Thursday Night Live | Thursday, July 31-Thursday, Oct. 9 | 5-8 p.m. | Henry A. Tandy Centennial Park | Free | Chat with local artists + shop one-of-a-kind paintings, drawings, jewelry, sculptures, books, all while enjoying live music.
Saturday, Aug. 9
Second Saturday Gaming | Saturday, Aug. 9, Saturday, Sept. 13 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Eastside Branch | Free | The whole family can drop-in to learn to play board games, like chess and others that can be borrowed from the Lexington Public Library.
Saturday, Aug. 23
Roller Derby of Central Kentucky Home Game | Saturday, Aug. 23, Saturday, Sept. 13 | 5-8 p.m. | Central Bank Center | $15+ | Expect high-energy action + hard-hitting fun — on skates.
Tickets are on sale now for a Día de los Muertos ballet presented by Bluegrass Youth Ballet + 250Lex on Thursday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 1 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The performance will include live music and bilingual storytelling.
Outdoors
Two dates remain for 250Lex’s Pop Up in the Parks series. Tomorrow, July 29, the Kirby Davis Sextet will bring live tunes to Ecton Park. On Wednesday, July 30, professional ballerinas will perform under the stars at Woodland Park. Pro tip: The 35th Annual Ballet Under the Stars is $9.
Number
111. That’s how many appearances Kentucky has had in DC comics over the years, including the first issue special volume 1 #3 (Metamorpho: The Element Man) in 1975. If you’re wondering if LEX features in the new “Superman” movie, heading to a local movie theater will help you find out.
State
Churchill Downs announced this week that the 2026 Oaks race will be shifted to primetime for broadcast. This pushes the race ahead by about two hours to around 8 p.m., placing it shortly before sundown. (WHAS11)
Trending
❤️ sending love. According to data from Emojipedia, the classic red heart is the most popular emoji in the US. If you’re looking for reasons to use that heart more, perhaps it’s time to start exploring some local date night ideas. (Quartz)
Plan Ahead
The 250Lex Forward Bash, a free community event part of Lexington’s 250th anniversary celebrations, is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 9, 4-7 p.m. at The Burl. Think: Live music, food, drinks, and networking opportunities. Admission is free — registration is required.
Travel
A European summer + good deeds. Where do we sign up? Copenhagen, Denmark’s capital city, is rewarding travelers for eco-friendly, sustainable behavior. Visitors can ride bikes and volunteer their time to earn free and discounted food, tours, excursions, and activities. See for yourself with a flight out of Blue Grass Airport.
Active
Get ready to embrace the Halloween spirit. Registration for the 3K Black Cat Chase in downtown Frankfort is now open. Happening Friday, Oct. 24, this festive run invites you to don your best costume for a night of eerie tunes, a costume contest, + spooky fun. Register to race, volunteer, or sponsor.*
Stat
9%. That’s how much the cost of beef has risen in the US since January. This price increase has caused some people to dub beef the new eggs, so we’re thinking a trip to a local vegetarian restaurant might help keep our stomachs and wallets full. (CNN)
Jobs
Whether you’re a small business looking to grow your team or a large company filling a key role, LEXtoday Job Board can connect you with engaged, qualified locals who are ready to work. Post your open roles for free + watch the applications roll in.
Finance
More central banks are stocking up on gold. Want in on the gold rush? Gold IRAs can be a good way to own physical gold while taking advantage of IRA tax breaks. Prospect for gold — no miner’s helmet needed.*
Home
Mold, roof leaks, foundation cracks — clogged gutters can cause costly home damages. Get HomeBuddy’s top-rated gutter guards installed over your existing gutters in under a day.*
Job
Are you the one we’re looking for? We’re on the hunt for a sales-driven leader to help us land significant brand partnerships at a national scale as a Sales Executive. From a competitive benefits package to 401k matching, we’re a pretty amazing company to work for. Join our team and apply today.
Mimosas at East End Tap & Table are a must. | Photo by LEXtoday
Plan your weekend and pour those mimosas. We’ve compiled a whole bunch of brunch options — whether you’re on the hunt for fluffy eggs or stacked chicken and waffles — along with menu recs, pro tips, and an interactive map to track ‘em.
Note: All times listed are brunch-only Beau’s Cafe | Daily, 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Dine on farm-to-table freshness like the French omelet + side salad or avocado toast, paired with a mimosa carafe.
Biscuit Belly | Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-2p.m. + Friday-Sunday, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Hop aboard the gravy train with this restaurant’s gravy flight, and wash it all down with a Kentucky coffee.
DV8 Kitchen | Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. + Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | Treat yourself to all-day breakfast sandwiches and tacos or one of its famous cinnamon rolls from the bakery.
Josie’s | Daily, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Chow down on cheesy grit casserole or sip on the smoothie of the day.
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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.
A blind date on stage in front of a live audience — bucket list item, or personal nightmare? That may depend on whether you’re the one dating or spectating. Head to Manchester Music Hall on Thursday, Oct. 16, you may just witness love at first sight. Get tickets.
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