What To Do This Weekend

This weekend, The 41st annual Holiday Home Tour takes place in Old Louisville, a national historic preservation district featuring the largest collection of Victorian architecture in the country. Step back in time and enjoy an authentic Victorian Tea or a free bourbon tasting.

You can also check out a magic show, listen to beautiful holiday music, eat breakfast with Santa, see a play, and more.

Take a look at our suggestions below:

What To Do This Weekend

This weekend, check out the St. James Court Art Show, a juried fine arts and contemporary crafts show held among the country’s largest collection of Victorian homes in the heart of historic Old Louisville. It's an autumn tradition that draws hundreds of thousands of visitors to see and purchase original art from talented artists.

Also this weekend, celebrate the 50th anniversary of a beloved fall festival, think pink, buy local, trace the history of bourbon, and more.

Check out our picks below for a great weekend:

What To Do This Weekend

This Labor Day weekend, think globally. WorldFest, one of the region’s largest international festivals, brings four days of expanded world food, music, dance, culture, and education to the Belvedere at 5th and Main streets. More than 70 local and regional entertainers will offer a variety of music, dance styles, and beats, and you can also enjoy a global sampling of cuisine.

Also this weekend, you can see a play, enjoy some of the last outdoor concerts of the summer, do some shopping, and more.

See our weekend picks below:

What To Do This Weekend

The Kentucky State Fair runs through August 27, so you still have time to get to the
Kentucky Exposition Center for some rides, food, music, exhibits, and the World's Championship Horse Show, one of the fair's most prestigious events. Download the new Fair mobile app to plan your visit.

Also this weekend, experience an adult night of beer and wine tastings at the Louisville Zoo, get some deals on kids' items, enjoy live music and outdoor movies, and see a popular museum exhibit before it closes!

Check out our selections below for a fantastic weekend:

What To Do This Weekend

This weekend, enjoy a time of civility at the 9th Annual Jane Austen Festival at Locust Grove (pictured above), sponsored by the Jane Austen Society of Greater Louisville. Activities will include a style show, a bare knuckle boxing exhibition, afternoon tea, an encampment of His Majesty's Royal Navy, and musicians, vendors, and more. Also happening this weekend is another tea-time gathering, a city rivalry soccer match, a community celebration in Oldham Co., and more.

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What To Do This Weekend — Independence Day Edition

This week we are extending our weekend reach to include some Fourth of July events to help you celebrate on into Tuesday's holiday. For example, celebrate Independence Day in 1817 at Locust Grove (above) and experience life 200 years ago. Hear readings of the Declaration of Independence throughout the day, and remember why we celebrate. We've also included ways you can celebrate local businesses, learn more about a public community art series, check out some athletes at the top of their sport, or watch bursts of fireworks in the night sky.

Check out some ideas for a great weekend:

What To Do This Weekend

Flutter with the butterflies, unite for a good cause, learn some distillery history, and celebrate your love for all things local! That's just a sampling of the fun you can have this weekend in Kentuckiana.

Check out the details in our list below:

What To Do This Weekend

Mothers receive free admission to the Louisville Zoo on Sunday.

It's time to celebrate Mom! This weekend in Kentuckiana offers many wonderful opportunities to show Moms some appreciation. From brunches to ball games, we've got you covered. 

Check out our selections below for Mother's Day and lots of other activities to bring fun to everyone's weekend!

Jane Austen Festival - Did you miss it?

Report by Belle from Belle, Book and Candle

Two friends showing off parasol and bonnet

The fans were aflutter this last weekend at the Jane Austen Festival held on the grounds of Locust Grove Historic Home. It was a lovely setting - hot but with plenty of shade and an occasional cool breeze.