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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Staff
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Travel and Outdoors
Celebrate International Dark Sky Week
Protect the night by taking some simple actions Saturday, April 15-Saturday, April 22
March 22, 2023
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Dayten Rose
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Travel and Outdoors
Catch the Gaelic game of hurling in Lexington, KY
We’re breaking down the Irish sport of hurling including its rules and where you can catch a game.
March 7, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Travel and Outdoors
Spring equinox in Lexington, KY
Participate in a community event or clean up your humble abode in honor of the astronomical transition from winter to spring.
March 6, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Travel and Outdoors
Ain’t no boulder high enough
Outdoor climbing boulders come to Northeastern Park
March 3, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A parade during Artisphere in Downtown Greenville
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Spring getaway: 6 Greenville, SC events worth traveling for
Pack your bags, LEX — we’re heading to Greenville.
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Travel and Outdoors
How much of your day can you spend on a bike in Lexington?
We take a look at our bicycling infrastructure and how we can make the area more bikeable.
February 27, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Travel and Outdoors
Enroll in TSA PreCheck ahead of spring travel
Apply online and visit a local enrollment center ahead of spring and summer travel.
February 23, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Travel and Outdoors
The beginner’s guide to composting in Lexington
We’re answering questions like “What is composting?” and “How do I compost in an apartment?”
February 17, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Travel and Outdoors
Lexington’s new ZOTA open space regulations
See how a new set of zoning guidelines will shape the future of green space in Lexington.
February 9, 2023
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Dayten Rose
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Travel and Outdoors
Keep Lexington Beautiful
Get free supplies, help clean up, and keep Lexington beautiful.
January 31, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Keeneland makes LEX a better place
Take a closer look at the historic horsetrack’s charitable giving to see how Lexington continues to benefit from Keeneland’s presence.
March 31, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Culture
Taking a look back at 3.5 years of LEXtoday
City Editor Molly shares some of her favorite memories from her time at LEXtoday.
March 28, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
53 women-owned businesses in Lexington
Take a virtual stroll through 53 of Lexington’s favorite women-owned businesses with everything from digital media consultation to high end retail.
March 27, 2025
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Aayat Ali
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Roll out the barrel for McConnell Springs
Support McConnell Springs for another 250 years when you sample 14 local wineries at the annual Barrel Tasting for the Springs.
March 27, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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16 murals around Lexington
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
March 25, 2025
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Sara Frazier
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Hear a joyful noise with 250Lex’s April celebration
From librettos to literature, 250Lex celebrates music, literature, and the spoken word all month long.
March 25, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Blooming yellow wildflowers can be found across Lexington parks.
Travel and Outdoors
Soak up the sun with spring flower walks
We’re all going frolicking.
March 25, 2025
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Aayat Ali
A three story, red brick mansion surrounded by green trees, bushes, and grass.
Real Estate
Mansion Monday: Historic charm meets modern convenience
Take a trip inside this Richardsonian Romanesque Mansion Monday pick in the heart of Lexington’s Northside neighborhood.
March 23, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Development
A new 280-unit multifamily apartment community coming to Lexington
We’re refreshing your memory on real estate developments of the past + sharing details about a new apartment community coming to Citation Boulevard.
March 20, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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City
Celebrate Earth Hour with 8 events around Lexington
The City of Lexington is celebrating Earth Hour Saturday, March 22 with 8 events including bike rides, hikes, and community clean ups.
March 20, 2025
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Molly Thompson