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Event Spotlight
Plan Ahead for PorchFest
Pop by a porch to hear local musicians this summer.
Photo by Seth Meyer Photography
Stoops turn to stages, communities turn to audiences, waves turn to applause — that’s right, we’re talking about the return of Lexington Porch Fest.
The outdoor festival returns this summer from Saturday, June 6 to Sunday, June 7. Applications are open for interested performers and hosts — submit yours by Tuesday, April 14.
Events
Events
Wednesday, April 8
“Eras Tour” Camp | Wednesday, April 8-Friday, April 10 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Lexington Children’s Museum | $65+
Burger Mania! | Wednesday, April 8-Wednesday, April 29 | 10 a.m.-9 p.m. | Woodford County Tourism, Versailles | Price of purchase
Spring Break | Wednesday, April 8-Friday, April 10 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Gatton Park on the Town Branch | Free
Mileta is opening a brand new dining concept at 167 W. Main St., inside 21C Museum Hotel. While an opening date is TBA, we’re already excited about the bites + vibes that this fresh spot will serve up.
Ranked
It’s a three-peat. The Lexington-Fayette area landed a top 10 ranking on the Lane Report’s list of 2025’s top tier two metro areas, based on economic development and tiered by population range. In 2024, Lexington ranked No. 9; this year, we claimed the fourth spot, behind cities in Pennsylvania, Iowa, and Kansas.
State
Flags across Kentucky will be lowered to half-staff this Saturday, April 11 for the funeral of Tech. Sgt. Ashley B. Pruitt, the 34-year-old Bardstown native who was one of six US airmen killed in a plane crash over Iraq last month. A dignified transfer and escort will move through Bardstown tomorrow, April 9. (Courier Journal)
Network
Registration is open for the sixth Annual Bluegrass Greensource Sustainability Summit, taking place Tuesday, April 14, 8:15 a.m.-4 p.m. at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center. Attend for sessions about building resilient communities, sustainable tourism, reducing the environmental impact of AI data centers, and more.
Cause
Speaking of the environment, a volunteer-led cleanup event is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Versailles Courthouse + Walter Bradley Park. Register online for Main Street Clean Up 2026
Kids
Young gardeners aged 5+ and their families can get seedlings and garden signs tomorrow, April 9 at 11 a.m. from the Eastside Branch of Lexington Public Library. Pick your plants, create your sign, and take your garden project home — while supplies last.
Arts
New photo op unlocked. The Lexington Children’s Theater unveiled a new mural this week. Stop by for a picture of your shining stage moment — you can even brush up on the artist before you go. (WKYT)
Mailbag
Shoutout to Reader Sarah S., who was the only reader so far to correctly guess the name of our new LEXtoday Newsletter Editor. Don’t worry, the answer will be revealed soon enough.
Finance
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Listen
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Category
Travel and Outdoors
🌸 Soak up the sun with spring flower walks
You belong among the wildflowers. | Photo courtesy of @clbris4
Whether they bring you serenity or make you sneeze, we can all appreciate Kentucky’s flowers. We’ve found the best spots around town for floral views that will have you thinking you’re among the sakura blooms of Japan.
Go: Stretching 26 acres just down the road from the Distillery District, this nature sanctuary has unique springs, bird-watching opportunities, and routine programming for all ages.
See: Wildflowers, milkweed + Eastern Redbud trees are peppered throughout the park.
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Knock knock — it’s almost time for your monthly installment of reader-recommended local businesses. Whether you’re a Lexington-based business owner or just a fan of supporting local, we want to hear your recs.
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