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Aerial shot of the river at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary with trees with multiple shades of leaves.
Weather
When to expect peak fall foliage in Lexington
October is going to be a colorful month in Fayette County, and there are plenty of places to look at the leaves before they fall.
October 13, 2025 11:13 AM
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Mayor Linda Gorton, surrounded by other city officials and community members cutting a ribbon in the Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center.
City
See the additions and renovations to the Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center
We’re sharing a little bit of history of the Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center + giving you a look inside the four new multi-use spaces.
January 23, 2025
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Molly Thompson
A child paints a canvas hanging on a wall.
Play
Kid-friendly activities around Lexington
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Lexington, KY has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
December 18, 2024
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Aayat Ali
Masterson Park and Woodland Park activities; people and athletes
Sponsored
Help maintain clean and beautiful local parks
Pick it Up and Play is a campaign being tested in several parks around Lexington, encouraging folks who use them to pick up their litter.
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Parks and Recreation
Lexington Parks & Recreation will debut its Action Trackchair
The mobility device will debut in spring 2025 at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary and make unpaved and natural trails more accessible.
October 8, 2024
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Culture
Woodland Skate Park celebrates 25 years of hosting flips, tricks, and joy in Lexington
Kick, push, kick, push, coast.
September 18, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Festivals
Best practices to have the best time at the Woodland Art Fair
Shop from nearly 200 artists at the annual Woodland Art Fair where you can also sip local beer, listen to live music, and enjoy plates from food trucks.
August 13, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A group of adults and children cutting the ribbon to a new playground at Gainesway Park
City
Support our local greenspaces through the new Adopt-A-Park program
If you love your local park, now you can be more involved in its future thanks to the new Adopt-A-Park program.
August 7, 2024
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Molly Thompson
The outside of a coffee shop covered in art.
Culture
Eat + drink your way through National Parks & Recreation Month
Treat yo’self with these exclusive releases in collaboration with local businesses.
July 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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A man rides a bike on Vine Street.
Culture
Share the road + your thoughts on bike trails in Lexington
May 15, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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City
Fall Favorites: U-Pick Farms around Lexington, KY
There’s nothing like a cool autumn day picking produce and hitting the hay (literally).
September 22, 2025
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Trevor Peters
Jockeys + racehorses competing at Keeneland.
Plan your perfect day at the Keeneland Fall Meet
Wild horses couldn’t drag us away from eating, shopping, and more during the ideal trip to the Keeneland Fall Meet.
September 22, 2025
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Aayat Ali
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Business
RD1 Spirits: The Birthplace of Lexington Whiskey
This story is part of our September series on Lexington’s local distilleries and their stories.
September 18, 2025
A women hikes near a creek at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary.
Play
15 of the top free things to do in Lexington
No cash? No problem. Whether you are spending a day or a lifetime in Lexington, these are some of the best offerings that won’t break the bank.
September 17, 2025
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Alexis Baker
Two hands holding two steins filled with beer.
Events
Celebrating Oktoberfest in Lexington
It’s the most wonderful time for beer.
September 16, 2025
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Aayat Ali
Barista pours an iced drink into a glass.
Live
Your guide to Lexington’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
September 12, 2025
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Staff
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Business
Explore James E. Pepper Distillery: Lexington’s historic bourbon experience
This story is part of our September series on Lexington’s local distilleries and their stories.
September 11, 2025
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Alexis Baker
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Real Estate
Top 5 Most Expensive Lexington Luxury Homes for Sale
September 10, 2025
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Alexis Baker
Street art outside of Cup of Commonwealth.
Culture
Birthday freebies around Lexington
It’s your party and you can get free things if you want to.
September 8, 2025
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Aayat Ali
A shingle covered house with lots of trees in front
Live
Neighborhood Guide: Kenwick, Mentelle Park + The Warehouse Block in Lexington
From where to eat + drink to their humble beginnings, we’re sharing all there is to know about Lexington’s Kenwick, Mentelle Park, and Warehouse Block neighborhoods.
September 5, 2025
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Staff