There’s not a bad view in the house when you’re at the Lexington Opera House. | Photo by Paul Hooper, courtesy of VisitLEX | Paul Hooper
Drumroll, please. From pop to country and everything in between, Lexington is a stop on 16 major artists’ and bands’ tour schedules. Scan this list and snag your tickets to ensure you don’t miss out on any of them.
Country
Cole Swindell | Thursday, Sept. 18 | Rupp Arena | Known for the sing-along summer hit “Chillin’ It” and the crowd-favorite “She Had Me at Heads Carolina”
Eric Church | Friday, Oct. 3 | Rupp Arena | Known for “Springsteen,” the nostalgic anthem every fan belts out, and the rowdy party staple “Drink in My Hand”
John Michael Montgomery | Friday, Dec. 12 | Rupp Arena | Known for “I Swear,” the country love ballad of the ’90s, and the lightning-fast auctioneer’s tale “Sold (The Grundy County Auction Incident)” — this stop is part of his “The Road Home” farewell tour and marks his final concert performance.
The Stews | 8 p.m. | The Burl | $31.25 | Catch The Stews live in concert for an evening of rock and blues hits you won’t want to miss.
Friday, Sept. 5
Vintage Market Days | 10 a.m. | Rolex Stadium | Price of purchase | Explore the indoor market, which features original art, vintage items, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, food trucks, and more.
ScareFam Movie Outing & Takeover | Times vary | LexLive | $10 | Celebrate opening night of “The Conjuring: Last Rites,” featuring Annabelle (replica) photo ops, horror trivia with prizes, and themed drinks.
Saturday, Sept. 6
Kenwick Neighborhood Yard Sale | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Kenwick Neighborhood | Price of purchase | Join the Kenwick neighborhood yard sale this weekend for bargains, treasures, and community fun right in your own backyard.
International Gay Polo Tournament | 12 p.m. | Kentucky Horse Park | $43.85 | Attend the world’s only LGBTQ+ polo organization, which hosts high-end events that blend lighthearted community spirit with serious competition while championing diversity and inclusion in sports.
Jimmy Buffett Party | 9 p.m. | Neon Moon | Price of purchase | Grab a free lei, sip tropical cocktails, wear Hawaiian attire, and enjoy Jimmy Buffett tunes — spend the night on island time.
Sunday, Sept. 7
Yoga under the Trees | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Ashland - The Henry Clay Estate | Free | Grab a mat and escape your daily routine at this judgement-free yoga session under the trees.
Tuesday, Sept. 9
Lexington Coffee Shop Food Drive | 9 a.m. | Kenwick Table, Common Grounds, and Third Street Stuff | Price of purchase | Grab a coffee at Kenwick Table, Common Grounds, or Third Street Stuff and support Hunger Action Day with limited-edition awareness-raising coffee sleeves.
Saturday, Sept. 20
Harvest Fest | Saturday, Sept. 20-Sunday, Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Shaker Village, Harrodsburg | $10+ | Celebrate all things fall and kick off the harvest season with a down-home celebration for the entire family.*
Kentucky men’s basketball head coach Mark Pope has been appointed to the National Association of Basketball Coaches’ Board of Directors, joining eight other newly appointed coaches in providing national leadership and strategic guidance for the sport.
Development
Mefford Contracting, among other collaborators, will lead construction of The Railyard, a 32-unit mixed-use project on Delaware Avenue. The development will convert a former industrial site into walkable housing and commercial space for middle-income residents, breaking ground this October.
Civic
Nonprofits can now apply for Lexington-Fayette County’s capital grants, with $602,000 available to support facility upgrades, equipment, and technology. Applications opened Sept. 3 and close Oct. 7. Awards prioritize agencies serving low-income or underserved residents.
Cause
The Hope Center has officially opened the Quantrell Jones Center, a new transitional housing facility with 72 beds, including 32 designated for homeless veterans, aimed at providing shelter and supportive resources to help them achieve permanent housing. (WKYT)
Eat
What is your favorite comfort food? For Kentuckians, spoon bread is at the top of the list, according to Reader’s Digest. We recommend taking a short drive to sample some for yourself at Boone Tavern Restaurant in Berea, Kentucky, for research purposes.
Try This
In our best Ryan Seacrest voice: Are you the next “American Idol?” The TV singing competition is hosting its virtual “Idol Across America” auditions via Zoom in California on Tuesday, Sept. 9. If taking the mic is your dream, sign up here.
Older Adults
Aside from megapacks and weekly coupons, did you know several retailers offer customers 55+ hefty discounts — sometimes up to 20% off? Learn about key Senior discounts and several more savings hacks older adults should know about to continue saving and building wealth at age 50+.*
When some of the big investors who backed companies like Uber and eBay before they IPO’d invest in a new company, people take note. That’s the case with Pacaso — 10,000+ everyday investors are already in. But the chance to join them ends Thursday, Sept. 18. Learn more about the opportunity.†‡*
Number
6. That’s how many meals are created with every $1 donated to God’s Pantry Food Bank. September is Hunger Action Month, and you can help fight food insecurity by donating, volunteering, or advocating. Learn more about Hunger Action Day on Sept. 9.*
Featured Deal
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Like many of you, country star John Michael Montgomery grew up in my hometown, Jessamine County. He’ll perform the final show of his farewell tour right here in Lexington on Friday, Dec 12 — and he’s bringing his brother Eddie Montgomery (Montgomery Gentry), his son Walker Montgomery, and others on stage to perform with him. Don’t miss this special, once-in-a-lifetime hometown performance.
‡‡Finance “investment method” disclaimer: This is a paid advertisement for Pacaso’s Regulation A offering. Please read the offering circular at invest.pacaso.com. Reserving a ticker symbol is not a guarantee that the company will go public. Listing on the Nasdaq is subject to approvals. Comparisons to other companies are for informational purposes only and should not imply similar success. Under Regulation A+, a company has the ability to change its share price by up to 20%, without requalifying the offering with the SEC.
