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Kid-friendly activities around Lexington
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Lexington, KY has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
December 12, 2025 10:33 AM
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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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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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See a slice of Southern Indiana this summer
This area of Indiana offers Lexingtonians many different ways to vacation.
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🐝 The local initiative worth buzzing about
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Picture yourself in Indiana this summer
See a slice of Southern Indiana during a summer getaway.
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Hunt for mushrooms around Lexington during this worldwide art event
Several artists are participating in the international Game of Shrooms on Saturday, June 8.
June 6, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Tourism and Hospitality
Lexington tourism rakes in $1.6 billion for 2023
The Kentucky Department of Tourism recognized Lexington for a record-breaking year last year.
June 5, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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It’s time to meet your neigh-bors
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Three free parking lots you might not know about in the Distillery District
May 29, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Experience a foal-filled weekend during a horse farm tour
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Harrodsburg, Kentucky’s oldest city, celebrates 250th birthday
The city will celebrate with a four-day celebration in June.
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13 museums in Lexington
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 13 museums in Lexington have it all.
June 25, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
All aboard: How to ride Amtrak from Lexington
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
June 23, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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Lexington’s best gluten-free restaurants
No matter why you’re avoiding it, you can find gluten-free restaurants throughout the Horse Capital of the World.
June 18, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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City
Council approves Mayor Gorton’s budget for fiscal year 2026
The approved budget includes a $300 million investment in public safety, as well as significant investments in city infrastructure.
June 17, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The Tates Creek Community Center, a one story brick building with a green roof. On top of the roof are several large, dark solar panels.
City
Lexington to go net zero by 2050
Lexington has just 25 years to achieve net zero emissions by avoiding the use of oil and plastic products and focusing on renewable energy.
June 12, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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The history of National Bourbon Day
Grab a glass and some ice — this is a good story.
June 12, 2025
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Aayat Ali
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Tats, Tunes, and Intention Setting: 3 ways to celebrate Friday the 13th
Break a mirror, walk under a ladder, and pet that black cat, because we’ve got three charming ways to witness Friday the 13th — good luck only.
June 10, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Free Cutural Pass keeps kids engaged all summer long
Prevent your student’s summer slump with everything from live music to art classes, thanks to the free Cultural Pass from LexArts.
June 5, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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