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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 08, 2026 02:02 PM
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Molly Thompson
Lockbox bar with a blue velvet couch, leather bar stools, and art on the walls.
Culture
Free nightcaps at 21c Lexington thanks to Angel’s Envy bourbon
Everyone wins at 21c Museum Hotels thanks to a partnership with Louisville-based bourbon brand Angel’s Envy.
September 12, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Nonprofits
Lexington History Museum celebrates its grand opening this Saturday, Aug. 26
Experience + explore our city’s vibrant and interesting history as the Lexington History Museum reopens in a new space.
August 23, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Parks and Recreation
Share your thoughts, hopes, and dreams for green space with Lexington Park Equity Accelerator
Lexingtonians are invited to submit proposals for $1,000 projects to help increase accessibility + belonging to all locals in the community.
August 21, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Development
Learn about UK’s new James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits
We’re distilling the details on the world’s largest teaching distillery, housed right here in Lexington, KY.
August 7, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A giant Monopoly board game on a stand that features Lexington businesses and horses.
City
Lexington’s Monopoly Board Revealed
Save those get out of jail free cards and make your way through Lexington’s Monopoly board.
July 26, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A pink house with a wrap around porch and white columns.
Real Estate
Pink houses in Lexington
It ain’t Malibu, but it’ll do.
July 20, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Travel and Outdoors
Explore Kentucky’s physiographic regions at The Arboretum
Learn about and explore in real life the hundreds of species of native plants at The Arboretum.
July 12, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Sports
2023 Barbasol Championship Tournament Preview
Learn the ins + outs to have a tee-rific time at the upcoming PGA TOUR Barbasol Championship Tournament
July 12, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A collage of three beverages like iced espresso, bourbon, and an orange drink with a lime wedge
Bars
Cheers: Your guide to Lexington’s 2023 Drink Up Month Specials
Toast to Drink Up Month with espresso tonics, cider spritzes, and more at these eight local businesses.
July 6, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Food trucks that define Lexington
Lexington’s food truck scene has been on a roll, so we’re helping you keep up with these wheel-y good local eateries.
July 3, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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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
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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
Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning sign
Arts
LEX get lit(erary) during Lexington Poetry Month
Celebrate Lexington Poetry Month this June by registering for the LexPoMo Challenge and writing your name in the history poetry books
May 27, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
East High Street Pilot Area
Pedestrian safety pilot program comes to High Street
One of Lexington’s busiest intersections is getting a face lift in an attempt to increase pedestrian safety and boost neighborhood foot traffic.
May 27, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A large pirate ship featuring tentacles, star fish, and other water features.
Travel and Outdoors
Public pools to keep you cool in Lexington
To make those hot days a little more bearable, we’ve rounded up some spots to beat the heat.
May 23, 2025
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Staff
A cicada insect rests on someone's hand.
Culture
What the cicadas missed since their last visit to LEX in 2008
After 17 years the bugs are back + Lexington is a whole lot different these days.
May 23, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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Food
3 ways to mark International Pickle Week in Lexington
Whether you’re looking to treat yourself by ordering a pickle dish at a restaurant, buy a jar of local pickles from the store, or make your own pickled dish at home — we’ve got your cravings covered.
May 22, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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Culture
What to know about the Kentucky Beer Cheese Festival
The one-of-a-kind event returns June 14 to downtown Winchester and is set to include a few “firsts” for its 2025 line-up.
May 21, 2025
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Brent Schanding