Things to do in Louisville

Tired of sitting at home?

Looking for something different or unique to do in Louisville?

Pick one or two events from this list and go have some fun!

F.A.T. Friday Trolley Hop

When: September 25

Where: Frankfort Avenue

What: A tour of dozens of galleries in the Frankfort Avenue art district. The event takes participants to several different art galleries, retail shops, and dining establishments located on Frankfort, Mellwood, and Story Avenues.

Louisville Irish Fest

When: September 25-27

Where: Bellarmine University

What: The Louisville Irish Fest is a celebration of Irish culture and heritage, featuring traditional Italian food, music, dancing, and, of course, beer.

The Bluegrass Balloon Festival

When: September 25-27

Where: Bowman Field

What: The Bluegrass Balloon Festival is Kentucky's largest hot air balloon race, even bigger than the Kentucky Derby Festival Balloon race. There are also a ton of free events and attractions for adults and children, including an art festival, balloon glow, kid's fun zone, beer and wine garden, live music, and an automobile and airplane show.

Captain's Quarters Regatta and Art Show

When: September 26-27

Where: Captain's Quarters Restaurant

What: Pull up your anchor and sail over to Captain's Quarters Restaurant at the end of September for the Captain's Quarters Regatta and Art Show. This event attracts more than 2000 people each year, including individuals from as many as four states and generally more than 200 artists.

Fall Antiques Market

When: September 27

Where: Locust Grove

What: The annual Fall Antiques Market brings professional antiques dealers from the South and Midwest to Louisville where they sell and display their products on the Locust Grove lawn. Though the show features primarily American country antiques, formal furniture, jewelry, and silverware will also be up for sale.

Taste of Louisville

When: September 29

Where: Crown Plaza Hotel

What: A Tasting Event sponsered by the Kentucky Restaurant Association.  Dozens of area restaurants and beverage producers will be on hand to show off their finest food and drink.

Waterfront Wednesday

When: September 30

Where: Waterfront Park

What: Waterfront Wednesdays are free concerts at Waterfront Park sponsored by 91.9 WFPK.

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Erik Hitzelberger is a licensed REALTOR with RE/MAX Alliancein Louisville. If you need a Louisville Real Estate agent please email me or call 502.921.3989.

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