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The 2015 Kentucky Derby Festival Poster has rolled off the presses at Clark & Riggs Printing in Louisville. This year’s Festival poster image is designed by Louisville native, Karen Boone. Boone’s images will be officially released at KDF’s first event of 2015  - “Festival Unveiled.” In addition to unveiling the official poster, other exciting elements of the 2015 Festival will be announced.  

Join Proof on Main for our Fork + Bottle dinner series where guest brewers, distillers and wine makers create special pairings for a reception and prix fixe menus prepared by chef Levon Wallace. Our February dinner in the series will welcome Jimmy Russell of Wild Turkey. Join us at 6:30 p.m. for an opening reception with cocktails and passed canapés, followed by a three-course dinner with tastings provided by Wild Turkey.
February 26, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Proof on Main
702 W. Main St.
Louisville, KY 40202
217-6360
$65

Singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves, recipient of the 2013 CMA New Artist of the Year and 2014 Song of the Year awards, is headlining her first tour, having opened for performers including Willie Nelson, Kenny Chesney, and Katy Perry. 

 

LIBA's Weird Birthday Bash at Headliners
To celebrate 10 Years of Keeping Louisville Weird, LIBA will host a Weird Birthday Bash, presented by Quest Outdoors, on Friday, February 27th from 7 – 11 p.m. at Headliners Music Hall. The event will include music by Hay DJ and Tony and the Tan Lines, a cash bar, prizes, and party games such as “Pin the Mustache on the Mayor.” Attendees will also get to taste several birthday cakes and vote for their favorite in the “Weird Birthday Cake Contest” where local bakeries will submit their unique creations made especially for this event. Tickets are available for $10 at Better Days Records or the Headliners box office.
February 27, 6:30 – 11 p.m.
Headliners Music Hall
1386 Lexington Road
Louisville, KY 40206
www.keeplouisvilleweird.com
584-8088
$10

The Moth presents the GrandSLAM, a battle of wits and words - fierce, hilarious, heartbreaking and all points between. Listen as ten StorySLAM champs tell stories off the beaten track, of the unusual, unexpected, occasional or rare and magical.

 

Explore the Clifton, Crescent Hill and Butchertown neighborhoods by way of a trolley ride! The FAT Friday Trolley Hop was launched in 2004 and has become a signature event on Frankfort Avenue. Many of the businesses host live music and entertainment, complimentary refreshments and special sales on trolley hop nights.

The Speed Art Museum Ball is the most significant fundraiser for the Speed and is critical for the current and future success of the Museum. During this time of renovation and expansion, the Museum's satellite space, Local Speed, continues to provide our community with quality exhibitions and unparalleled arts education programs for all ages. This year's Speed Museum Ball is pleased to feature two musical acts for guest's enjoyment. Following dinner, Burning Las Vegas will be performing in the Medallion Ballroom. Beginning at 10 p.m., DJ Sleepy T will be performing in the Rathskeller, playing today's popular dance tracks to keep the party going well into the night.

In honor of the fact that brothers Derrick Gardner and Vincent Gardner will be the main act for this year's Jazz Fest, Yelp Gets Schooled At UofL will host a private pre-show reception in the theme of another jazz and blues loving pair of brothers. But instead of going "Blues," we'll go with our favorite color instead: red! At this event, guests will be treated to the private reception that will be catered with light bites from Varanese and include other activities. UofL jazz department faculty will be on hand to give an insider's look at the concert. And then at 8 p.m., we'll attend a performance by Derrick and Vincent Gardner in Comstock Hall. There are details (you must be 21+, you must RSVP by a certain time, etc.) so make sure to check the below-linked page to attend this event.
February 28, 7 – 10 p.m.
Margaret Cromstock Concert Hall
Cardinal Boulevard and First Street
Louisville, KY 40292
www.yelp.com/events/louisville-yelp-gets-schooled-at-uofl-red-brothers-take-over-jazz-fest-2015
852-6907
$15

Harry Connick, Jr. at the Louisville Palace 2015
Multi-talented musician, singer, songwriter and American Idol judge, Harry Connick, Jr. will stop in Louisville on his nationwide 20+ city tour. Connick’s show will feature music from his vast catalog, including songs from his most recent releases “Smokey Mary” and “Every Man Should Know.” To date, Connick has released 29 albums, won three Grammy Awards and two Emmy Awards, and garnered sales of 28 million.

 

Louisville Golf Expo 2015
The golf sale of the year in the Bluegrass State, the Louisville Golf Expo features the largest gathering golf retailers and exhibitors under one roof in the entire state — take advantage of the season’s lowest prices on name-brand clubs and equipment from the industry’s top manufacturers, be the first to try out the year's hottest new clubs for free on an indoor driving range, play fun skills contests featuring thousands of dollars in prizes, take a free lesson from a top PGA pro, or visit special areas for golf travel and other exciting activities. In addition, attendees will receive a front door goody bag including free golf at Lucas Oil Golf Course, golf balls, a one-year subscription to Golf Digest and Global Golf Post and more! For a complete list of hours, ticket prices, exhibitors and activities, visit www.louisvillegolfexpo.com.
February 27 March 1, check website for times
Kentucky Exposition Center
937 Phillips Lane
Louisville, KY 40209
louisvillegolfexpo.com
$12 adults, $10 seniors, free kids 12 and under

 

Something Blue Bridal Show at the Kentucky Center
The Fourth Annual Something Blue Bridal Show at the Kentucky Center for the Arts will be held Sunday March 1, 2015. This FREE event offers all the wedding resources brides and grooms need to plan their big day! Try a Something Blue Martini, sample foods, cakes, and meet with some of Kentuckiana's finest wedding professionals all under one roof. There will be PRIZES, music, and FUN. Grab a friend or two and register online at www.somethingbluebridalshow.com NOW!
March 1, 1 – 4 p.m.
The Kentucky Center
501 West Main St
Louisville, KY 40202
www.somethingbluebridalshow.com
502-333-5065
Free!