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Plan a stay you’ll never forget at one of these unique places in Lexington
From tiny homes to 21c, Lexington is full of special places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels.
October 16, 2025 02:10 PM
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Culture
Finding the intersection of art and activism at the Wild & Scenic Film Festival
This year’s festival takes place at the Farish Theater within Central Library on Friday, Aug. 30.
August 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Travel and Outdoors
Mild Mystery: Where are the Thoroughbred Park fountains?
In the first iteration of our new series Mild Mysteries, we look into why the Thoroughbred Park fountains have been off for the majority of the summer.
July 31, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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The Manchester listed on TIME Magazine’s “World’s Greatest Places”
Book your tables soon because the whole world will be coming to Lexington after this news.
July 26, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Experience one of the top global tennis tournaments of the year
This year marks the Cincinnati Open’s 125th anniversary celebration.
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Culture
Say hay to horses, monkeys, and more with these animal encounters in + around Lexington
July 18, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Travel and Outdoors
Cities most like Lexington — according to AI
We asked ChatGPT which travel destinations are most similar to Horse Capital of the World. See what the artificial intelligence program said.
July 5, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Culture
Eat + drink your way through National Parks & Recreation Month
Treat yo’self with these exclusive releases in collaboration with local businesses.
July 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Travel and Outdoors
How to plan an event in a national park
From getting a permit to catering, we’ve got the details on how to plan a wedding, family reunion, or special occasion in a national park.
July 1, 2024
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Gatton Park on the Town Branch is finally (almost) ready
Lexingtonians are ready and raring to experience this long-awaited outdoor oasis of culture and community, starting August 2025.
May 19, 2025
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Culture
Your guide to live outdoor music in Lexington
Grab the chairs and blankets for a fun summer night of music under the stars.
May 16, 2025
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Bid in a live art auction at this year’s F.E.A.S.T event
In addition to dishes from some of the top chef’s around, here’s what to expect at the annual foodie fundraiser.
May 15, 2025
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AVOL + LEX fight HIV/AIDS
AVOL Kentucky’s annual event celebrates hope, community, and support for those impacted by HIV.
May 15, 2025
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4 surprising truths behind the Broadway hit “Oh, Mary!”
Here’s what the Tony-nominated satire nailed about Lexington’s most misunderstood First Lady: Mary Todd Lincoln.
May 14, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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Celebrate revolutionary Marquis de Lafayette’s bicentennial visit
200 years after his visit to the county that bears his name, the Marquis de Lafayette will be commemorated with two new historical markers.
May 14, 2025
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Try these Kentucky-centric pairings for Lexington Craft Beer Week
From mild to wild, we recommend sampling these new local releases with some of our favorite Kentucky beer cheese spreads.
May 13, 2025
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Neighborhood Guide: Ashland Park and Chevy Chase
From where to eat + drink to its humble beginnings, we’re sharing all there is to know about the Ashland Park and Chevy Chase neighborhoods.
May 13, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Where would you film an episode of “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” in Lexington?
Here are the greasy spoons, late night diners, and fried food favorites we think Guy Fieri should spotlight the next time he’s in the Horse Capital of the World.
May 12, 2025
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Molly Wilson
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