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Sports
Top running groups in Lexington
Cold temperatures have you hibernating? Check out Lexington’s favorite running groups to get outside and get moving.
January 12, 2026 03:01 PM
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Molly Thompson
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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Lexington in January
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
December 30, 2025
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Alexis Baker
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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 12, 2025
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Aayat Ali
Snowfall at the Lexington Legends stadium.
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Meet Lexington’s brightest new holiday tradition
With 1.5+ million lights, holiday treats, and pet-friendly events, the inaugural Legendary Festival of Lights is sure to become a new local favorite.
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Food
Kick off football season with these catered tailgate options
Take the work out of the tailgate so you can focus on rooting on the Wildcats with these catering options.
August 25, 2025
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Aayat Ali
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Live
Get your sweat on at gyms around Lexington
From lifting weights, indoor rock climbing, personal training, dance fitness, boxing classes, and martial arts programs — we’ve rounded up 21 gyms and fitness offerings around Lexington.
August 6, 2025
Lexington Legends baseball team and games in Lexington, KY.
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Celebrate a quarter century of legendary baseball
Experience the magic of Legends baseball during exciting games, sweet promotions, and fan-favorite nights.
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Sports
Play ball: Lexington Legends 2025 season preview
Learn all about the return of the Lexington Legends for their 2025 season, beginning with a pre-season exhibition on Tuesday, April 22.
April 18, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Sports
Your guide to picking up pickleball in Lexington, KY
The pickleball craze continues — across the country and right here in Lexington.
April 14, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Saddle up: Own a racehorse
It’s less expensive than you might think.
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Lexington to play host to 5 major sporting events this year
From basketballers to tennis pros, athletes will converge on the Horse Capital of the World to compete with the best of the best.
February 26, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Business
Discover Lexington’s oldest restaurants and their timeless favorites
From classic steaks to legendary breadsticks, these long-standing Lexington eateries have stood the test of time.
January 15, 2026
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Alexis Baker
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Plan a stay you’ll never forget at one of these unique places in Lexington
From tiny homes to 21c, Lexington is full of special places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels.
January 14, 2026
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Staff
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Culture
10+ activities for retired locals in Lexington
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in Lexington.
January 14, 2026
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Michael Beausoleil
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Lexington’s most-booked restaurants
We’ve rounded up Lexington’s most-booked restaurants, according to OpenTable’s Diners’ Choice report, along with tips for securing your table.
January 13, 2026
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Alexis Baker
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Find your zen with our Lexington yoga guide
Check out these 13 yoga studios around the Horse Capital of the World, which offer everything from hot power classes to beginner sessions.
January 9, 2026
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Molly Thompson
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City
The Lexington-Fayette resident recycle guide
It’s not easy being green. Here’s what to keep in mind as you recycle across the county.
January 9, 2026
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Food
A guide to mocktails in Lexington
Looking for a booze-free drink? No problem. Here are five spots in Lexington to grab non-alcoholic sips and mocktails.
January 8, 2026
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Molly Thompson
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Live
Lexingtonian 101: our guide to becoming a Lexington resident
Becoming a new Lexingtonian is easy with our LEX 101 guide.
January 7, 2026
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Staff
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City
Lexington’s biggest national wins of 2025
Let’s take a look at Lexington’s prestigious accolades.
January 6, 2026
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Alexis Baker
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Answered: What readers shared during our Giving Campaign
We compiled all of the feedback from our Giving Campaign to learn what readers love most and want to see more of in our newsletters. Here’s a peek at what they said.
January 5, 2026
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Alexis Baker