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SUMMARY:Pink snails interactive art installations | moving across Louisville towards to 21c Museum Hotel
DESCRIPTION:Thirty-five large\, pink snails have started their journey from Woodland Farm in Goshen to downtown Louisville ahead of Steve Wilson’s Kentucky Derby Eve party. \nThe Pink Snail Migration\, which organizers described as a moving art installation\, will end at 21c Museum Hotel for “Steve’s Derby Eve” party\, hosted by Wilson and his wife\, Laura Lee Brown\, May 1. After beginning their journey April 3\, the snails will travel more than 35 miles through four different zones each week. \n“I think people are excited about the pink snails much the same way they are the multi color penguins of 21c\,” Wilson said in a statement. “The artists have used bright colors and scale to spark creativity in all of us. It’s so exciting when Art can move us to be excited and make the day more pleasant and even cause us to smile or chuckle.” \nThe snails were created by Cracking Art\, an Italian art group that has been making bright colored animals – including the hotel’s red penguins – for the past 25 years. The snails will pop up overnight across the metro area and turn “everyday spaces into moments you can’t ignore\,” organizers said on Instagram. \nThe project is raising money and awareness for Norton Cancer Institute’s Breast Health Program\, which\, Wilson said\, “has been very successful in making people aware” of its efforts. \n***details above from Courier Journal article \n***image owned by ThingsToLou LLC \n\nFind out where the snails are on their Instagram profile
URL:https://things-to-lou.com/events/pink-snails-interactive-art-installations-moving-across-louisville-towards-to-21c-museum-hotel/
LOCATION:Various
CATEGORIES:Art,Derby
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SUMMARY:Hell or High Water Commemorates Derby Season in Kentucky
DESCRIPTION:Hell or High Water\, the renowned cocktail lounge nestled below Louisville’s historic Whiskey Row\, is offering a special Derby menu to celebrate the season. \nThe special Mint to Be comes with two Angel’s Envy Juleps along with a mini Angel’s Envy Bourbon Pecan Pie made by Georgia’s exclusively for Hell or High Water. \nThe juleps come in gold-colored Angel’s Envy Julep cups that patrons can keep after they finish the cocktail. \nThe bar is also offering a bourbon “Triple Crown” flight with Elijah Craig 18\, Michter’s 20\, and Knob Creek 21. \nThe bar is now open on Sundays (in addition to Tuesday-Saturday) through Derby season and the summer! Hours of operation are available at hellorhighwaterbar.com \nHell or High Water is located at 112 W Washington St and offers a seated cocktail experience. Reservations are strongly recommended. Reservations are available on Tock or visit hellorhighwaterbar.com \n\n  \nStay tuned for Hell or High Water to unveil its summer menu and event schedule after Derby. \n### \nPhoto credit: Steven Gray \nPhoto used with permission by Elizabeth Post PR \n 
URL:https://things-to-lou.com/events/hell-or-high-water-commemorates-derby-season-in-kentucky/
LOCATION:Hell or High Water\, 112 West Washington Street\, Louisville\, KY\, 40202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bourbon,Derby,Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Thurby at Taj 811 | with True Story Whiskeys
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by True Story Whiskeys
URL:https://things-to-lou.com/events/thurby-at-taj-811-with-true-story-whiskeys/
LOCATION:Taj 811\, 811 East Market Street\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bourbon,Derby,Food & Drink,Mixology
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SUMMARY:Delta’s Mint Julep Experience for Derby Travelers
DESCRIPTION:The “Run for the Roses” officially begins long before the bugle sounds at Churchill Downs as Delta turns the journey to Louisville (SDF) into a curated Derby experience. \nIn partnership with Brown-Forman\, Delta is bringing the track’s signature spirit to the skies. From May 1–2\, travelers in the Atlanta (ATL) and New York (JFK) Delta Sky Clubs can grab a bespoke Mint Julep syrup. \nOnce onboard\, they can pair it with Woodford Reserve to craft an authentic Derby cocktail mid-flight. \nTo celebrate the weekend\, Delta is also: \n\nPonying Up: Operating its largest-ever SDF schedule with nonstop service from 10 cities\, including new routes from Austin (AUS) and Raleigh-Durham (RDU)\nThemed Touches: Surprising travelers with arrival and departure goody bags (April 30 & May 3) at SDF\nRace-Day Style: Trading traditional uniforms for race-day flair\, with crew members donning fascinators to close out the weekend\n\n\n\nimage used with permission by Delta marketing / pr team \n 
URL:https://things-to-lou.com/events/deltas-mint-julep-experience-for-derby-travelers/
LOCATION:Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF)\, 600 Terminal Drive\, Louisville\, KY\, 40209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bourbon,Derby
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SUMMARY:The Lily & Bubbles Oaks Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Floating six stories above the vibrant energy of NuLu\, High Stakes Rooftop at Tempo by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu presents Oaks & Bubbles Brunch—an opulent rooftop affair where Southern heritage meets modern indulgence. \nDesigned for those who appreciate refinement\, this lavish brunch experience redefines American classics with sophisticated technique and bold\, elevated flavor. Expect exquisitely prepared seafood displays\, chef-curated carving selections\, decadent pastries\, and artfully composed brunch favorites—each dish presented with intention and unmistakable polish. Our live action stations transform the experience into culinary theatre\, where chefs craft made-to-order specialties before your eyes. The atmosphere is vibrant yet refined—an effortless blend of rooftop glamour and Southern hospitality. \nAt the center of the celebration is our luxurious cocktail program. Design your perfect pour at the complimentary Build-Your-Own Mimosa Bar featuring La Marca Prosecco\, complemented by premium juices and fresh garnishes. Personalize every detail at the Bloody Mary Bar featuring Grey Goose\, complete with elevated accoutrements. \nFor a distinctly Kentucky flourish\, indulge in a complimentary handcrafted bourbon cocktail showcasing exceptional spirits from Castle & Key. Surrounded by sweeping skyline views and bathed in natural light\, Elevated Oaks Brunch is not simply a meal—it is a celebration of taste\, style\, and status.
URL:https://things-to-lou.com/events/the-lily-bubbles-oaks-brunch/
LOCATION:High Stakes Rooftop Grill\, 710 E Jefferson St\, Louisville\, KY\, 40202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Kentucky Oaks
DESCRIPTION:The Longines Kentucky Oaks\, now celebrating its 152nd running\, is America’s premier race for 3-year-old fillies. Held each year the day before the Kentucky Derby\, the Oaks offers a $1.5 million purse and awards the winner the iconic ‘Lilies for the Fillies’ garland. \nAs one of the longest-running sporting events in U.S. history\, the Oaks is steeped in tradition and meaning. Oaks Day is also a celebration of breast cancer awareness\, with fans embracing the ‘Pink Out’ tradition by wearing shades of pink to honor this meaningful cause. \n\nKENTUCKY OAKS | FRIDAY\, May 1 \nGates Open: 11:00 a.m. ET | First Race: 12:30 p.m. ET
URL:https://things-to-lou.com/events/kentucky-oaks/
LOCATION:Churchill Downs\, 700 Central Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Equestrian,Gambling / Casino
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SUMMARY:Luxury Suite Experience | Stitzel-Weller Distillery
DESCRIPTION:For those seeking the ultimate sporting lifestyle experience\, guests will have exclusive access for 2 hours to a suite of rooms that originally served as the personal offices of our founders\, where they will enjoy a luxury bourbon flight featuring rare expressions from the Stitzel-Weller Distillery rick houses\, including Stitzel Reserve 24-Year Old\, Blade and Bow 22-Year-Old and Blade and Bow 30-Year-Old. \nA dedicated bourbon host will guide attendees through the tasting\, which also includes private bar access\, light bites and a complimentary cocktail. \nTickets: Available for purchase on the Stitzel-Weller Distillery website for $466.40 per ticket. \nTime: Reservations Required May 1 – 2:00 PM\, 5:00 PM May 2 – 10:00 AM\, 1:00 PM\, 4:00 PM
URL:https://things-to-lou.com/events/luxury-suite-experience-stitzel-weller-distillery/2026-05-01/1/
LOCATION:STITZEL-WELLER DISTILLERY\, 3860 Fitzgerald Rd\, Shively\, KY\, 40216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bourbon,Derby
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SUMMARY:Oaks Dinner at High Stakes Rooftop
DESCRIPTION:🌹 Kentucky Oaks Night 2026 A Five-Course Rooftop Experience at High Stakes Rooftop \nWhen the city turns pink and the fillies take the track\, elevate your Oaks night above it all. Join us for an exclusive five-course dining experience in the heart of downtown Louisville\, where skyline views meet Derby-season energy. Thoughtfully curated and seasonally driven\, this chef-crafted menu will unfold over five inspired courses — a celebration of Southern elegance with a modern rooftop edge. \n✨ Seatings at 4pm\, 430pm 6pm and 630pm \n✨ $125 per person (plus tax\, gratuity & fees) \n✨ Limited seating — reservations required Expect bold flavors\, refined presentation\, and a vibe that balances tradition with trend. \nFrom the first course to the final bite\, each plate is designed to complement the excitement of Oaks evening — vibrant\, celebratory\, and unmistakably Louisville. Sip something sparkling. \nDress to impress. Make it a moment. Because on Oaks night\, the only thing better than being at the races… is rising above them
URL:https://things-to-lou.com/events/oaks-dinner-at-high-stakes-rooftop/
LOCATION:High Stakes Rooftop Grill\, 710 E Jefferson St\, Louisville\, KY\, 40202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Luxury Suite Experience | Stitzel-Weller Distillery
DESCRIPTION:For those seeking the ultimate sporting lifestyle experience\, guests will have exclusive access for 2 hours to a suite of rooms that originally served as the personal offices of our founders\, where they will enjoy a luxury bourbon flight featuring rare expressions from the Stitzel-Weller Distillery rick houses\, including Stitzel Reserve 24-Year Old\, Blade and Bow 22-Year-Old and Blade and Bow 30-Year-Old. \nA dedicated bourbon host will guide attendees through the tasting\, which also includes private bar access\, light bites and a complimentary cocktail. \nTickets: Available for purchase on the Stitzel-Weller Distillery website for $466.40 per ticket. \nTime: Reservations Required May 1 – 2:00 PM\, 5:00 PM May 2 – 10:00 AM\, 1:00 PM\, 4:00 PM
URL:https://things-to-lou.com/events/luxury-suite-experience-stitzel-weller-distillery/2026-05-01/2/
LOCATION:STITZEL-WELLER DISTILLERY\, 3860 Fitzgerald Rd\, Shively\, KY\, 40216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bourbon,Derby
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