Travel and Outdoors

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A comprehensive guide to Lexington’s extraordinary parks
We’re highlighting the 23 best parks that Lexington, KY has to offer — complete with splash pads, playgrounds, walking trails, and even a few dog-friendly spots.
February 18, 2026 02:46 PM
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Travel and Outdoors
Help plan the sixth annual Nature Hop by submitting your educational events
August 11, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Two women looking up at a planetarium.
Entertainment
See the stars in a different light at 3 planetariums near Lexington
August 3, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Blue Grass Airport 2022
Travel and Outdoors
Blue Grass Airport continues discussions for a new Master Plan
Share your thoughts on the future of Blue Grass Airport by coming to the Master Plan Open House next Tuesday, Aug. 8.
July 31, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Travel and Outdoors
Act like a kid again at Adult Wilderness Camp
Disconnect from technology, reconnect with yourself, and maybe learn some new hobbies at Adult Wilderness Camp.
July 28, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Sunrise at Masterson Station Park
Travel and Outdoors
Parks & Recreation introduces new outdoor programming
Inhale, exhale, explore
July 14, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A paved pathway surrounded by yellow flowers and trees
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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Summer weather forecast in Lexington for 2023
Grab the sunscreen and shades — it’s a hot one.
July 7, 2023
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Aaron Mikel
A baby fox lays on a blanket in the grass.
Travel and Outdoors
Help the Enchanted Forest Wildlife Rescue save baby animals
You’re more likely to find baby animals in need this summer, so be informed about how your intervention can help (or harm) local wildlife in need.
June 30, 2023
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Dayten Rose
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Travel and Outdoors
Let’s play bug bingo
If you’re the kind of kid who’s always looking for creepy-crawlies, use this field guide to bugs… and see if you can get a bingo.
June 27, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Parks and Recreation
Town Branch Project reaches $39 million Phase I funding goal
June 22, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Small Business Week has arrived in LEX
Join us at LEXtoday in celebrating small businesses from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10.
May 2, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The facade of Rupp Arena.
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Give these Lexington live music venues a listen
We’ve made a concert-ed effort to orchestrate this roadmap, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
May 1, 2025
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Aayat Ali
Horses + jockeys racing on a turf track
Culture
Kentucky Derby events around Lexington
How to celebrate the run for the roses in Lexington.
April 29, 2025
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Aayat Ali
A light blue Little Free Library in Lexington.
City
50+ free libraries in Lexington
Whether you’re looking for your next favorite summer read or you have a stack of books that need a new home, we’ve found ~50 Little Free Libraries in Lexington ready to be discovered.
April 25, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Small Business
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Lexington
Independent Bookstore Day is your chance to turn the page on your next adventure while supporting local businesses and authors.
April 24, 2025
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Staff
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30+ volunteer opportunities in Lexington
This list of volunteer opportunities in Lexington includes everything from fostering a pet to getting hands-on at local build sites.
April 23, 2025
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Staff
An intersection with cones going down the middle and detour signs, construction machinery, and piles of rocks.
City
2026 LFUCG budget spotlight: Complete Streets
If approved by council, funding for the Complete Streets program would cover infrastructure upgrades and construction, plus safety and awareness.
April 22, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Volunteer
Celebrate Earth Day in Lexington
Dig into our guide for investing in our planet via local, national, and global Earth Day initiatives.
April 21, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
A view of the Legends Field from the center field.
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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What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
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