There’s not shortage of charm (or things to do) in downtown Versailles. | Photo by LEXtoday
Calling all Lorelais, Rorys, and Lukes — a charming downtown is transforming into Stars Hollow for a “Gilmore Girls” weekend in Versailles. Grab your coffee, coffee, coffee and channel your inner Lorelai this Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., for a day of caffeine-fueled shopping, themed treats, and small-town charm.
The festival is hosted by several downtown Versailles businesses, including Tiny Bird Bookshop, The Amsden, My Darling & Co., and more.
The Amsden released a specialty menu for the festival, including Luke’s Diner–themed drinks and specials; custom coffee sleeves + stickers with the option to choose Team Dean, Jess, or Logan; and a Luke’s Diner playhouse for kids.
Menu options include Coffee Coffee Coffee, Rory’s Autumn Chai Tea Latte, Sookie’s Cinnamon Roll Latte, and more. Attendees can also enjoy fall-inspired photo ops, crafts, family-friendly activities, and outdoor screenings of classic “Gilmore Girls” episodes throughout the day.
Which “Gilmore Girls” drink are you ordering at The Amsden this weekend?
A. Coffee Coffee Coffee — Classic dark roast with a dash of nutmeg, iced or hot B. Rory’s Autumn Chai Tea Latte C. Stars Hollow Apple Cider Spice D. Miss Patty’s Pumpkin Spice Latte E. Sookie’s Cinnamon Roll Latte
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Look away, Scrooges — Spirit Christmas is coming to Lexington this November. The holiday pop-up, from the makers of Spirit Halloween, will open in Hamburg, offering Christmas décor, gifts, and Santa photo opportunities. The store is part of a nationwide expansion after strong demand last year. (ABC 36)
Announced
The 2026 Lexington Pride Festival is set for Saturday, June 6 on Oliver Lewis Way from 12 to 10 p.m. The annual celebration of inclusion and community will showcase live performances, local vendors, and family-friendly activities, with organizers expecting it to be the city’s largest Pride event to date. (ABC 36)
Sports
The Kentucky women’s basketball team has five new additions to the roster — three transfers and two freshmen. LEX18 stopped by to get to know the newcomers. Put a face to the name before the Wildcats face off for their first game against Morehead State on Monday, Nov. 3. (LEX18)
Award
Georgetown’s Wylie Messer, a welding and advanced manufacturing teacher at Great Crossing High School, was recognized as one of 25 recipients of the Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence. Messer receives $15,000, while $35,000 supports the school’s skilled trades program. (ABC 36)
Outdoors
Go stargazing tonight. The Draconid meteor shower is expected to peak this evening after dusk. Under ideal conditions, it’s possible to see about 10 meteors per hour. (EarthSky)
Film
Dust off the witch’s hat and varnish your broomsticks. Tickets go on sale today for “Wicked: For Good” — the second and final installment of the Broadway-adapted story. If you’ve got five hours and 13 minutes to spare, we recommend going to a double feature back-to-back screening at a local theater.
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I will definitely be attending the upcoming Cuban Sandwich Competition. With it being my favorite sandwich, I’d call myself a semi-professional Cuban taster.
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