Tourism and Hospitality

Four plates of food including etouffee and jambalaya.
Culture
Restaurant Roundup: Meet your new favorite Lexington restaurants
Dining in Lexington is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
January 23, 2026 01:35 PM
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Staff
A rendering of three buildings in downtown Lexington with people walking around
Development
High Street Redevelopment project gets green light to begin construction
Work could begin as early as 2024 — bringing a grocery store, hotel, parking + more downtown.
May 21, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A bunch of to-go containers filled with salads.
Food
Take a bite out of these food subscriptions and personal chefs in Lexington, KY
Get out of the kitchen and let one of these local chefs take over the meal prep and planning for you with our list of food subscriptions.
May 19, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A grid with photos of cocktails and coffees.
Food
Get ready for LEXtoday’s Drink Up Month in July
Do you love coffee, cocktails, or mocktails? Regardless of your sip selection, buckle up for Drink Up Month, where we are celebrating all of your favorite beverages the entire month of July.
May 17, 2023
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Bella Rainey
The Burl music venue with a sunset
Culture
It’s all fun and games at the Burl County Fair
Who’s ready for an old-fashioned hoedown?
May 9, 2023
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Molly Thompson
An art exhibit with tall red pillars at the Frank Park Conservatory.
Play
The ultimate road trip to Columbus
Hit the road and head to Columbus, OH — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
April 20, 2023
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Aayat Ali
Sheep grazing on grass under solar panels.
Culture
All natural lawnmowers: Shaker Village’s sheep grazing program
Ewe won’t believe your eyes.
April 17, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Nourished Folks' veggie fried rice on the counter in their restaurant.
Food
Vegan Week 2023 lineup announced
Everyone romaine calm, Vegan Week is coming.
April 5, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Renderings of Lexington Counter Clocks stadium upgrades.
Sports
Lexington Counter Clocks reveal stadium renderings
Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jacks.
March 24, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A rendering of distillery with lots of trees and a welcoming house
Development
Sneak Peek: New $8 million distillery coming to Midway
Check out the upgrades coming to this historic Midway farm.
February 10, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A horse standing in a field during sunset
Culture
Answered: Your must-dos for visitors in Lexington, KY
Bookmark this story for your out-of-town guests.
February 6, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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a painting of a blue horse
City
Edelen Renewables proposes solar facility at former Haley Pike Landfill
If approved, 400 acres of brownfield land will be used to push sustainability forward in Lexington.
July 31, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
The Fireworks Burger from Harry's is shown with ghost pepper cheese, fried pickled jalapeños, and lettuce on a bun. Chips in a cup are behind the burger.
Food
Bun in a million: Lexington Burger Week 2025 returns
Where’s the beef? It’s on the menu at 30+ different restaurants during Lexington Burger Week.
July 8, 2025
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Molly Thompson
a sandwich and soup
City
Lexington’s best sandwich and soup lunch spots
July 3, 2025
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Aaron Mikel
A pathway along Raven Run Sanctuary.
Events
Celebrating National Parks and Recreation Month
This is the fourth year of special collaborations with local businesses, which will help fund new trees in local parks.
June 30, 2025
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Sarah Andrews
A couple dancing on the rooftop of the Kentucky Castle in Lexington, KY.
Play
Wedding venues in Lexington
If wedding bells are in your future, check out these quintessentially Lexington wedding venues.
June 30, 2025
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Molly Thompson
A person in a green hat stands next to a blue penguin and stares at a painting of a grassy hill in a gold frame on a white wall.
Play
13 museums in Lexington
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 13 museums in Lexington have it all.
June 25, 2025
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Staff
Maysville, KY mural behind train tracks
Travel and Outdoors
All aboard: How to ride Amtrak from Lexington
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
June 23, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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