Travel and Outdoors

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.
Spend a day in Woodford County thanks to Southern Living Magazine’s list of favorite things to do + places to visit.
Get ready for the fall chill by finding a new sweater, or grab the materials at a local shop to make your own.
Organized by the Public Input Subcommittee, this effort aims to collect feedback from locals and help them connect with transit professionals.
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Join the magic of the 7th annual Gingerbread Competition.
The seventh annual tree week is returning with a ton of fun, educational events around town.
The mobility device will debut in spring 2025 at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary and make unpaved and natural trails more accessible.
Pause for a moment of zen thanks to a new experiential sound bath at Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate.
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Share your thoughts on local tourism with VisitLEX + you could win prizes like gift cards to local businesses.
Kentucky dismissed its winningest and longest-tenured coach after a 5–7 season that ended without a bowl bid. The move triggers a $38 million buyout, one of the largest in college football history.
The 16th annual edition of Small Business Saturday falls on November 29 — the perfect time to help you add a local sparkle into your holiday shopping.
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.
Take the stress out of holiday decorating this year. Let Lexington’s local experts bring your home to life with festive lights and decor.
Shop local at these holiday markets showcasing Lexington-based vendors, Kentucky businesses, artists, and craftspeople.
Three Lexington-area residents tested their wits and nerves on Netflix’s global competition. From the casting process to the games themselves, the experience challenged them in unexpected ways.
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the Horse Capital of the World.
Our favorite dine-in and carry-out options for Thanksgiving dinner in Lexington this year, plus local ingredients.
Over the next 10 days, we’re launching a reader-driven campaign to sustain what we do best.
Potholes happen, but fixing them starts with a simple report. Here’s how to alert the right team and keep Lexington’s streets in better shape.