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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 11:02 AM
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Here’s your sign to head downtown on Thursday night
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🥞 Rise and dine with Scramblers in the Horse Capital of the World
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Where to find lunch for around $10 or less in Lexington
Ready for your lunch break? Check out these 21 lunches from Downtown to Beaumont.
June 27, 2024
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🍳 Rise and shine at Rise N’ Brine
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4 reasons to visit Infinity Rooftop Restaurant & Bar this week
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Food
Cheers: We’re celebrating Drink Up Week — here’s how to join us
We’ll be toasting to the bountiful beverage industry across Lexington, KY from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, 2024.
May 21, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Tourism and Hospitality
Lexington spots listed on Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards Survey
See who made the big list, then let us know your top picks in our very own LEXtoday Readers’ Choice Survey.
May 15, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Downtown Lexington's skyline overlooking the old courthouse.
Live
New and coming-soon businesses to Lexington
As Lexington continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
March 27, 2024
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Culture
Find a trivia night for each day of the week in Lexington
Find local trivia nights in Lexington, Kentucky on weekdays and weekends including bars, breweries, and restaurants.
February 5, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Weekend plans: Spend the day at one of the largest distilleries in the US
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Two plates featuring avocado toast with lettuce + paprika with a coffee mug and orange juice from Beau's Cafe.
Live
Lexington’s best gluten-free restaurants
No matter why you’re avoiding it, you can find gluten-free restaurants throughout the Horse Capital of the World.
June 18, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Mayor Linda Gorton standing in front of a podium speaking
City
Council approves Mayor Gorton’s budget for fiscal year 2026
The approved budget includes a $300 million investment in public safety, as well as significant investments in city infrastructure.
June 17, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The Tates Creek Community Center, a one story brick building with a green roof. On top of the roof are several large, dark solar panels.
City
Lexington to go net zero by 2050
Lexington has just 25 years to achieve net zero emissions by avoiding the use of oil and plastic products and focusing on renewable energy.
June 12, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Two people clinking glasses of bourbon together.
The history of National Bourbon Day
Grab a glass and some ice — this is a good story.
June 12, 2025
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Aayat Ali
A full moon rising over the Natural Bridge State Resort Park.
Tats, Tunes, and Intention Setting: 3 ways to celebrate Friday the 13th
Break a mirror, walk under a ladder, and pet that black cat, because we’ve got three charming ways to witness Friday the 13th — good luck only.
June 10, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The Explorium's Healthy Me gallery with a massive model of a mouth.
Free Cutural Pass keeps kids engaged all summer long
Prevent your student’s summer slump with everything from live music to art classes, thanks to the free Cultural Pass from LexArts.
June 5, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A packed audience at the Kenwick Table look on as a speaker stands at the microphone reading from a piece of paper.
Arts
Share your spirit at LEX’s 5 best open mics
From musical Mondays to teens trying trochees, these open mics will have you signing up for more in the Horse Capital of the World.
June 3, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
1775 Mooreland Hot Homes Lakewood Great Room Book Case Bookshelves
Real Estate
Hot Homes: This Lakewood estate says “let’s play”
Fresh on the market, this house combines elegance, comfort, and a sense of fun into one lucky Lakewood, Lexington home.
June 2, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Six pot-bellied pigs race on a turf track at the Blue Grass Fair in Lexington, KY.
Festivals
3 must-dos for the Bluegrass Fair
Whether you’re looking for food that’s fried, an extreme ride, or something you’ve never tried — this is your guide.
June 2, 2025
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Brent Schanding
Two people hike along one of the Red River Gorge's many trails.
Play
Hiking and nature walk guide for Lexington
These 10 hiking trails cater to all skill levels in and around town.
May 29, 2025
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Staff