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Lexington Events
January
Keeneland Horse Sales
Held in mid January
Location: Keeneland Race Course
800-456-3412
Horses of all ages are available for purchase.
February
Kentucky Sport, Boat and Recreation Show
Held in early February
Location: Rupp Arena
859-233-4567
A complete selection for the enthusiast.
March
Danville Heritage Festival
Held in early March
Location: Danville High School
800-755-0076
An event that celebrates the heritages of the many ethnic groups in the Boyle County area; among them Japanese, Native American, and African American, as well as European. Enjoy ethnic food, plays, music and creative dance, children's arts and crafts.
April
International Kite and Cultural Festival
Held in mid April
Location: Georgetown
502-863-1575
Kite competitions, classes and nonstop cultural entertainment.
May
Kentucky Derby Simulcast
Held in early May
Location: Keeneland Race Course
800-456-3412
Festivities include live music, pony rides, free popcorn, and much more.
Mayfest Art Fair
Held in mid May
Location: Gratz Park/Transylvania University
859-231-7335
Celebration performing, visual and literary arts.
June
Highway 68-80 Sale
Held in early June
Location: Paducah to Maysville
800-755-0076
400 miles (across Kentucky's historic 68/80) of antiques, collectibles & stuff.
July
Lexington Shakespeare Festival
Held in early - mid July
Location: U.K. Arboretum
859-257-4829
Berea Craft Festival
Held in early July
Location: Indian Ft. Theater
800-598-5263
A national showcase in celebration of handcrafted heritage.
August
Ballet Under the Stars
Held in early August
Location: Woodland Park
859-288-2925
Stretch out under the stars for an evening of dance presented by professional quality dancers.
September
Keeneland September Yearling Sale
Held in mid - late September
Location: Keeneland Race Course
859-254-3412
This sale attracts buyers from all over the world. Spectators welcome.
October
Forkland Heritage Festival
Held in early October
Location: Gravel Switch, Kentucky
859-332-7839
Termed "the only true folk festival in Kentucky", this is an opportunity to experience the folksy atmosphere of the "Fork" and its people.
November
Farmers' Market
Held in early November
Location: West Vine Street
859-548-3516
Fruits and vegetables, herbs, flowers, jams and jellies, honey, Kentucky specialties and more.
December
Amerson Farm Christmas Tree Festival
Held most of December
Location: Amerson Farm, Georgetown, Kentucky
502-863-3799
Wreath making demonstrations, photo opportunities, gift baskets, drawing for free wreath and Christmas tree.
Entertainment
The Lexington Ballet
161 North Mill Street
Lexington, Kentucky 40507
859-233-3925
The Lexington Ballet is a not-for-profit organization celebrating the highest quality ballet performances in the region and operating Central Kentucky's only pre-professional ballet school.
Lexington Opera House
430 West Vine Street
Lexington, KY 40507
859-233-4567
Enjoy Broadway and more at this historic theater. Originally built in 1886 and renovated in 1976, The Lexington Opera House is naturally an ideal setting for all kinds of performing arts events with complete technical services available. The theater house seats approximately 1,000 (depending on technical needs) with orchestra level (main floor) and two balconies.
Sports
University of Kentucky
740 S Limestone
Lexington, KY 40536
859-323-5694
Virtually every major sport is played at the University. Call for complete schedule.
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