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The exterior of the Lexington Opera House at night
Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Lexington in March
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
February 25, 2026 02:29 PM
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Alexis Baker
A rendering of Rupp Arena's floor featuring bright blue lighting along the floor
Sports
Rupp Arena to feature state-of-the-art interactive floor during Big Blue Madness
September 26, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A skate park in Lexington, KY
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
A wide angle view of Lexington Sporting Club's soccer stadium and its seats.
Sports
Inside the $50 million Lexington Sporting Club Stadium
We’re taking you inside Lexington Sporting Club’s brand new, $50 million stadium + sharing our favorite aspects from the inaugural game.
September 6, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Sports
How readers wants their sports covered in LEXtoday
August 23, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
What’s your favorite color baby? UK sports seasons are upon us
August 21, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A soccer field with players scattered throughout.
Sports
Movin’ on up: Lexington Sporting Club climbs the ranks
This week, the soccer league announced it would join the USL Championship for the 2025 season.
August 14, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A tennis player interacting with fans and giving autographs at the Cincinnati Open.
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This year marks the Cincinnati Open’s 125th anniversary celebration.
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a group of adult men playing basketball at a park outside with lots of fans watching
Sports
Super Sunday Dirt Bowl Basketball returns this weekend
Head to Douglass Park this Sunday, July 21 to watch this headline-making historic adult basketball league show off their skills.
July 18, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Sports
Dreaming of gold: Olympians with ties to Lexington competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics
Lexington is well represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics — these are some locals to watch.
July 16, 2024
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Staff
Memorial Coliseum — a tall stone building on UK's campus
Sports
Inside the $82 million Memorial Coliseum renovations
Learn about the changes coming to UK’s historic venue.
July 12, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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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
A group of men and women posing after a group run
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
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Molly Thompson
A group of yoga students practicing a reverse warrior pose.
Live
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
A conveyor belt carries plastic and paper trash through a facility. It crosses other blue and yellow belts.
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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Dayten Rose
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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
A view of the Lexington skyline as the sun sets.
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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City
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
Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning sign
Culture
Classes for adults in Lexington, KY
Feeling curious this year? These hands-on classes around Lexington are perfect for picking up a new skill or hobby.
January 5, 2026
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Molly Thompson
An exterior shot of a big brick hotel in Lexington, KY.
Events
Ring in 2026 with these 7 New Years Eve events
Countdown to 2026 with live music, drinks, and unforgettable parties across Lexington and beyond.
December 29, 2025
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Alexis Baker