Tourism and Hospitality

Dining in Lexington is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
From tiny homes to 21c, Lexington is full of special places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels.
Looking for a booze-free drink? No problem. Here are five spots in Lexington to grab non-alcoholic sips and mocktails.
Explore nine different opportunities to see dazzling lights around town.
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Whether you opt for a live tree each year, or want to start a new treedition, this list of local spots can help kickstart your search.
Explore these dog-friendly places in LEX — from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, swim, and stay the night with your four-legged friends.
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We asked for you to show some love to LEX’s small biz scene, and you sent us the goods.
If wedding bells are in your future, check out these quintessentially Lexington wedding venues.
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The annual Great Backyard Bird Count attracts more than one million people nationwide to help record the bird population.
We’re just a bunch of weirdoughs diving head first into LEX’s must-try pizza shops including Goodfellas, Pearl’s Pizza Pie, and Rolling Oven.
Discover local homes that showcase the latest design and lifestyle trends for 2026. From colorful finishes to energy-smart features, these properties have it all.
Elevated Southern breakfast and lunch hits downtown Versailles. Chef Olivia Jackson leads the kitchen under award-winning Cole Arimes.
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The Lexington Herald-Leader released its annual roundup of UK’s top earners and employee salary database. We’re breaking down the key takeaways from one of Lexington’s largest employers.
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From plowing priorities to sidewalk rules, here’s how the city plans to respond once winter weather arrives.
Munchies? We don’t know her.
Whether you’re looking for your next leisure read, a book for the whole family, or a thrilling novel, we’ve got a list of books written by local authors in Lexington, Kentucky.