Join the Kentucky Derby Museum on April 11th as we celebrate our 30th anniversary with fun for the whole family! We’re rolling back our admission prices to just $2.50, equaling what it cost when the doors first opened in 1985. Enjoy a special Woodford Reserve bourbon tasting, Derby hat making for the kids, and a presentation and poster signing by 2015 official Kentucky Derby artist Kimberly Santini. In addition, “Stars of the Stands,” the Museum’s newest temporary exhibit dedicated to celebrities attending the Kentucky Derby, will be available for the first time. Come spend the day with us and help celebrate this special occasion! To learn more about “It’s a Party” day and other April events, visit DerbyMuseum.org.

 

 

Treyton Oak Towers Coffee Classics: Tchaikovsky’s “Pathétique” 
The Louisville Orchestra and Music Director Emeritus Jorge Mester will present Tchaikovsky’s final symphony “Pathétique” at Kentucky Center’s Whitney Hall. With him, Mester brings a pianist internationally known for his Prokofiev interpretations, Robert Thies. Thies will perform one of Prokofiev’s most intricate pieces, “Piano Concerto No. 3.” The program also includes Hector Berlioz’s lively “Roman Carnival.”

This free event will include wine and hors d'oeuvres, music by a local harpist, as well as a silent auction of new and gently used Derby hats, fascinators, jewelry and accessories - many of them have been donated or made by local celebrities, such as Madeline Abramson, Susan Sweeney Crum, Janelle MacDonald, Patti Swope, Katie Bauer, Connie Leonard, Tabnie Dozier, Kelsey Starks, Kelly K, and Kristin Walls. All proceeds from the auction will benefit Hosparus of Louisville.

For Kentucky Shakespeare's “Shakespeare on Stage Film Series”.  We are partnering with Baxter Avenue Theatre to present 5 recent Shakespeare stage performances on film.  Bring your KY Shakespeare poster for $5 off and a complimentary bottle of water.
April 9, 7 – 9 p.m.
Baxter Avenue Theatre
1250 Bardstown Road
Louisville, KY 40204
www.kyshakespeare.com/events/special-events/
456-4404
Bring KY Shakespeare poster for $5 off and a complimentary bottle of water!

 

 

 

In honor of Kentucky Derby 141, Gallery at the Brown will debut its newest exhibit “Across the Board” featuring Derby-inspired pieces by local artists Michael Alexander, Jaime Corum, Andre Foreman, Victor Montoya-Blanco and Pamela Stockard. The show will open April 10 with an artist meet and greet and wine reception from 6 to 9 p.m. and will run through June 30. Both the reception and show are free and open to the public.

The Derby Festival’s roundball activities kick off with Derby Festival Night of the Future Stars. The event is held every year on the night before the Derby Festival Basketball Classic. Admission is free with a ticket to the Classic. Some of the event’s most exciting moments have come during the Slam Dunk, 2-on-2 contests and the 3-point Shootout. The competition also features an autograph-signing session immediately following the event. Players such as Jamal Mashburn, Moses Malone, Derek Anderson, Rex Chapman, Dominique Wilkins, Pervis Ellison, Isiah Thomas, Darrell Griffith and Dajuan Wagner have starred in the Classic.
April 10, 7 – 10 p.m.
New Albany High School
1020 Vincennes Street
New Albany, IN 47150
discover.kdf.org/horseshoe-foundation-night-of-the-future-stars/
1-800-928-3378
Free with a ticket to the Classic

Four Shillings Short: Celtic, Folk & World Music
The Celtic/Folk/World music duo Four Shillings Short are coming to town. Don't miss your chance to see this one-of-a-kind musical event. Four Shillings Short, the husband/wife duo of Aodh Og O’Tuama from Cork, Ireland and Christy Martin from California, perform Traditional and Original music from the Celtic lands, Medieval & Renaissance Europe, India and the Americas on a fantastic array of instruments (over 30) including Hammered & Mountain Dulcimer, Mandolin, Mandola, Bouzouki, Tinwhistles, Recorders, Medieval and Renaissance Woodwinds, North Indian Sitar, Charango, Bowed Psaltery, Banjo, Bodhran, Guitar, Percussion, vocals and even a Krumhorn.
April 10, 7 – 9 p.m.
Hewn from the Mountain Music Cafe
5801 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Crestwood, KY 40014
www.hewnfromthemountain.com
502-265-5048
Free. Donations appreciated!

Friday night fireworks by the Louisville Bats.  Show begins right after the game. Check Bats Game Schedule for Fireworks Time

 

 

 

 

Copper & Kings American Brandy Co. will host Cured & Crafted, an outdoor artisan market on April 11. Local and regional purveyors of country ham, cheese, chocolate and more will sample their products at this free event held in the courtyard of the modern distillery, located at 1121 E. Washington St. in Butchertown. The community-minded and family-friendly event celebrates uncommon goods to introduce locals to exceptional food and beverage craftspersons. Check the Facebook event for a list of participants, including Comfy Cow, Butchertown Grocery, and Blue Dog Bakery & Café.

Come celebrate with Roux as we honor the tradition of New Orleans' French Quarter Festival. We will have live music, local artists displaying their crafts, food stations, beignets being fried up to order, drinks, beads, drinks, beads and more drinks and beads!!

 

Shop Locally and Sample a Wide Selection of Craft Beer while you enjoy Corydon's 1st Annual Craft Beer Walk. Sample from 20 different breweries, shop downtown Corydon's unique variety of businesses, and listen to great live entertainment.
April 11, 2 – 8 p.m.
Point Blank Brewing Company
105 E. Beaver St.
Corydon, IN 47112
www.pointblankbrewing.com
812-225-5141
$20

Pearls for the Paws will be hosted by Great Day Live’s Angie Fenton and will feature live music by The Monarchs, complete with dinner and dancing!  The event will also include a collection of high-end live and silent auction items for the bidding, as well as fun games, chances and prizes. 

 

 

 

The Flea Off Market is back in action, kicking Spring into high gear at Fresh Start Growers Supply. We will have over 100 vendors offering a multitude of hand-made items including musical instruments, jewelry, clothing, accessories, soaps, terrariums, and a variety of local fine arts and crafts. Also featured will be farm-fresh goods, vintage clothing, records, books, antiques, curiosities, tons of cool used stuff, not to mention great music and live entertainment. 

Historic Bardstown Antique Show
This is the 47th year for the annual Bardstown Antique Show, a gathering of quality dealers from multiple states, offering an eclectic array of antiques at reasonable prices.
April 12, 11 – 4 p.m.
Nelson County High School
1070 Bloomfield Rd.
Bardstown, KY 40004-9793
317-250-0193
$6 general admission

 

Whitehall Bridal Show
Now in its 21st year, the Whitehall Bridal Show is the perfect opportunity to peruse Louisville's premier wedding vendors, featuring caterers, florists, DJs, planners, photographers and many more. Guests will enjoy booths throughout the first floor of the historic mansion, as well as under a tent on the garden terrace. Brides receive complimentary admission; guest tickets are $10/each. Pre-registration begins March 1 at www.UltimateBridalServices.com. One lucky couple will win a $500 coupon (which can be used like cash) to the vendors of the bridal show. Must be present to win!
April 12, 12:30 – 4 p.m.
Whitehall
3110 Lexington Road
Louisville, KY 40206
www.historicwhitehall.org
897-2944
$10/guests. Free valet parking.