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Lights Under Louisville (various dates)

Mega Cavern 1841 Taylor Ave, Louisville

A Magical Drive-Through Holiday Light Show, Underground! Louisville Mega Cavern and 5/3rd Bank present Lights Under Louisville, a beloved holiday tradition that’s not to be missed. With over 7 million […]

Paristown’s 6th Annual Fête de Noël

Paristown Arts District 731 Brent Street, Louisville

Louisville’s sharpest holiday destination! Experience the magic of the season at Paristown’s annual Fête De Noël (“Festival of Christmas”) Winter Holiday Festival. Check out this preview of the event! Over six festive weeks, enjoy Louisville’s only authentic outdoor ice skating rink, photos with Santa, the Brent Street Holiday Market, trackless train rides, and more. Embrace […]

Bow Wow Meow Basket | Rescue Fundraiser

Mall St. Matthews 5000 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville

We’re just ONE MONTH away from our “Bow Wow Meow Basket Boutique” featuring nearly 1,000 themed baskets for sale and auction! There’s something for everyone, including over 400+ wine, liquor, […]

Gardens Aglimmer (multiple dates)

Waterfront Botanical Gardens 1435 Frankfort Ave, Louisville

Louisville’s Loveliest Holiday Tradition returns this winter for its fifth year! Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Gardens Aglimmer, Louisville’s favorite winter tradition! Now in its fifth year, […]

$17

Made Market: Louisville Holiday Market

Mellwood Art Center 1860 Mellwood Ave, Louisville

The Holiday Made Market is coming up on Dec 6 and 7! December 6-7, 2024 Louisville Holiday Market Mellwood Art Center 1860 Mellwood Ave. Louisville, KY 40206 We’re proud to […]

Yuletide 2024 @ Yew Dell

Yew Dell Botanical Gardens 6220 Old Lagrange Rd, Crestwood

Yuletide 2024, presented by WHAS-TV, returns for another season of family fun! Look forward to a new display of holiday lights and horticulturally-inspired decor, plus fan favorites like our delightful […]

Gary Owen @ Louisville Comedy Club (multiple shows)

Louisville Comedy Club 110 W Main St, Louisville

Gary Owen has been entertaining American audiences for more than a decade with his side-splitting comedy. Having performed to sold-out audiences in clubs and theatres across the country, Owen is one of America’s most beloved comedians. Gary is currently wrapping production on the feature film DOTTY & SOUL. Upcoming, he can be seen in THE […]

$45

FaLaLa on Frankfort

Various

Join us for live music, entertainment, and activities at the small businesses all along the avenue. Enjoy Winter specials from many of your favorite restaurants and businesses. Happenings you don’t […]

Old Louisville Holiday Home Tour

Tis the season for the Old Louisville Holiday Home Tour! The tour will showcase some of Old Louisville’s most stunning mansions dressed in their holiday finest. Tickets are $30 in […]

$35

Qannik’s Beary Happy Holiday | Louisville Zoo

Louisville Zoo 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville

Join us this holiday season for a PAWsome celebration: Qannik’s Beary Happy Holiday. Throughout December, we’re transforming areas of your Zoo into a winter wonderland, complete with holiday-themed decorations and […]

Get Glowing Yoga @ Logan Street Market

Logan Street Market 1001 Logan Street, Louisivlle

Start your morning with Get Glowing Yoga at 9:15 AM in Wild Hops Venue Beginner-friendly, gentle yoga. $5 donation.   ***Description from Instagram post

Winter Hiking Essentials @ Bernheim

Bernheim Forest & Arboretum 2075 Clermont Rd, Clermont

Join Bernheim Volunteer Naturalists and learn valuable tips and tricks from these experienced hikers and increase your confidence, comfort, safety, and enjoyment while hiking. This session is especially beneficial for […]

$15

Plants and Prosecco

The Lobby at Bowman Field 2815 Taylorsville Road, Louisville

Event Name: Plants and Prosecco Event Date: 2024-12-07 Website / Ticket Link: https://www.woodlandmossanddesign.com/ Location: Bowman Field Lobby Event Host: Woodland Moss and Design Event Description / Other Info: Our Plants […]

$15

Crescent Hill Friends of the Library | Book Sale

Crescent Hill Library 2762 Frankfort Ave, Louisville

Do some holiday shopping for yourself or others! Books, CDs, and DVDs for Children and Adults, as low as $1. Fill a bag for $10, starting at 3 PM.   […]

Winter on the Farm @ Locust Grove

Locust Grove 561 Blankenbaker Ln, Louisville

Enjoy Winter on the Farm, a day of Holiday cheer, music, baked goodies, and historical fun for the whole family. Haven’t found the right gift for yourself or a loved […]

$5

LouisvilleCon – Pop Culture Show

Holiday Inn Louisville East – Hurstbourne 1325 South Hurstbourne Parkway, Louisville

It’s a collectors mecca convention located in beautiful Derby City of Louisville, Kentucky. The LouisvilleCon strives to be Kentucky’s best and truest comic con featuring fandoms of multiple genres. As […]

$20

Mile Wide Beer Co. 8th Anniversary

Mile Wide Beer Co. 636 Barret Ave, Louisville

After 8 years, y’all know what to expect! Special anniversary beer releases. Amazing pizza. A Silent Disco blowout. Mark your calendar, and we’ll see you there!   ***Description from website

39th Annual Bardstown Road Aglow

The 39th Annual Bardstown Road Aglow is set for Saturday, December 7, 2024, from noon to 10:00 p.m., in Louisville’s Highlands neighborhood. The annual, highly popular holiday event brings tens […]

Free

“Christmas at Kentucky Kingdom” *promo code!

Kentucky Kingdom and Hurricane Bay 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville

Get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of the season among dazzling displays of over 1.5 MILLION lights, over 300 Christmas trees and holiday décor as far as the […]

“The Graham Cracker: A Nutcracker Parody” | Ambo Dance Theatre

Actors Theatre of Louisville 316 W Main St, Louisville

Ambo Dance Theatre Premieres “The Graham Cracker: A Nutcracker Parody” in Louisville December 6-8, 2024 | Actors Theatre of Louisville Louisville, KY – This December, Ambo Dance Theatre presents its annual holiday spectacle, The Graham Cracker: A Nutcracker Parody, a hilarious, heartfelt twist on the classic ballet. Performing at Actors Theatre of Louisville’s Pamela Brown […]

$35

Light Up St. Matthews

Light Up St. Matthews has been a tradition for decades for thousands of residents and visitors to the City of St. Matthews. The annual holiday event features musical entertainment, letters […]

Free

Light Up Louisville

Downtown Louisville

Light Up Louisville is a free, annual event that will kicks off the holiday season in the city! We look forward once again to welcoming Louisville residents and guests to […]

Free

Downtown Holiday Market

Louisville Downtown Partnership will host its annual Downtown Holiday Market Saturday, December 7! The event is in collaboration with Louisville Metro’s annual Light Up Louisville and will transform the Plaza […]

Free

Chef’s Table by Ashbourne Farms

Ashbourne Farms 3810 Old Westport Road, La Grange

Join us for an evening of exquisite dining at the Chef’s Table by Ashbourne Farms, set in one of Kentucky’s premier luxury venues. This exclusive tasting menu celebrates the finest […]

$600

“The Graham Cracker: A Nutcracker Parody” | Ambo Dance Theatre

Actors Theatre of Louisville 316 W Main St, Louisville

Ambo Dance Theatre Premieres “The Graham Cracker: A Nutcracker Parody” in Louisville December 6-8, 2024 | Actors Theatre of Louisville Louisville, KY – This December, Ambo Dance Theatre presents its annual holiday spectacle, The Graham Cracker: A Nutcracker Parody, a hilarious, heartfelt twist on the classic ballet. Performing at Actors Theatre of Louisville’s Pamela Brown […]

$35

Cheers Through the Years: A Holiday Open House | Evan Williams Bourbon Experience

Evan Williams Bourbon Experience 528 West Main St, Louisville

Event Name: Cheers Through the Years: A Holiday Open House Event Date: 2024-12-07 Website / Ticket Link: https://evanwilliams.com/plan-your-trip Location: 528 West Main St., Louisville, KY 40202 Event Host: Evan Williams […]

$35

3rd Annual Spark Ball (promo code!) | hosted by Chef Damaris Phillips and Patrick Hallahan

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Ice House 226 E. Washington St, Louisville

Get ready to shine and sparkle at the 3rd Annual Sparkle Ball – a night of glitz, glamour, and unforgettable memories! Use promo code “ThingsToLou” to save 25% on tickets! Hosted by Damaris Phillips and Patrick Hallahan, this night promises fun with DJ Sam Sneed, a Local Artist Christmas Tree Auction, a Life-Size Advent Calendar […]

$120

Louisville Loves Emo

Headliners Music Hall 1386 Lexington Road, Louisville

Louisville Loves Emo started as a silly idea between two friends: “What if we got all our musician pals together and did our best to do full-band, live recreations of […]

$22

Zac Hart – Nashville Hits the Roof!

Tin Roof – Louisville 3921 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville

Sat Dec 7 2024 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM Tin Roof – Louisville 3921 Shelbyville Rd Louisville, KY 40207 $0.00 All Ages   **Description from website

Free

The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show | presented by KY Performing Arts

Brown Theatre 315 W Broadway, Louisville

You better watch out, you better not cry, because “The Queens of Christmas” (Entertainment Weekly) are coming to Louisville with a brand new edition of the internationally acclaimed The Jinkx […]

Spin, Bass, Flow | Louisville’s Saturday Night Dance Party

Number 15 121 W Main Street, Louisville

Get ready to vibe with sick beats, smooth basslines, and flowing moves at Spin, Bass, Flow – the ultimate dance party experience! Get ready for an unforgettable experience EVERY SATURDAY […]

UFC 310 Watch Party @ Sports and Social

Fourth Street Live! 411 S 4th St, Louisville

Get ready for an electrifying showdown as Pantoja and Asakura face off for the flyweight title! 🥊 Plus, don’t miss the thrilling welterweight battle between Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Machado […]