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  Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration
Plan to spend two full days with your friends and neighbors while you listen to an amazing range of music courtesy of the old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration in Crescent Hill on the stately grounds of the Peterson-Dumesnil House right off Grinstead Drive. Chairs and blankets welcome - food and beverages will be available! July 3 and 4 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. The Peterson-Dumesnil House 301 S Peterson Ave Louisville, KY 40206 More information here Free!  Faithfully - A Symphonic Tribute to the Music of Journey at Iroquois Ampitheater Led by Jason Seber, the Orchestra will rock some of the greatest hits of one of the best bands of the 80’s at the Iroquois Amphitheatre. July 2, 8 – 10 p.m. Iroquois Amphitheater 1080 Amphitheater Road Louisville, KY 40214 More information here $20/$30 Harry Potter Summer Movie Series at the Kentucky Science Center This week, The Kentucky Science Center presents “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.” July 2, 7 – 11:30 p.m. Kentucky Science Center 727 West Main Street Louisville, KY 40202 More information here $8 for members, $10 for non-members The Louisville Chorus Performs Fanfare for the 4th: Musical Visions of America Enjoy this American historical retrospective, and revel in the power of stirring patriotic songs and visuals. July 2, 7:30 – 9 p.m. Beargrass Christian Church 4100 Shelbyville Rd @ Browns Ln Louisville, KY 40207 More information here $20 General, $15 Seniors, $5 Students  The July Flea Off Market The Flea Off Market returns for the dog days of summer 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. July 3, 4 – 10 p.m. July 4, 11 – 5 p.m. July 5, 11 – 5 p.m. The Flea Off Market 1007 E Jefferson St. Louisville, KY 40202 More information here Free! Shakespeare in the Park Presents "Macbeth" Enjoy Kentucky Shakespeare's presentation of…The Scottish Play. Sure to be bloody good. July 3, 7 -10:30 p.m. Old Louisville's Central Park 4th & Magnolia Louisville, KY 40208 More information here Free, but donations to Kentucky Shakespeare are greatly appreciated. Red, White, & Brew Bash! at Howl at the Moon Come for the brews, stay for the party! We’re celebrating America’s birthday in the only way we know how – with a non-stop live show and all the drinks. July 3, 6 p.m. – 2 a.m. Howl at the Moon 434 South 4th Street #131 Louisville, KY 40202 More information here $5-10  Louisville Orchestra’s Waterfront 4th of July Celebration Louisville's 4th of July Celebration on the Waterfront has returned this year with a great concert by the Louisville Orchestra featuring Teddy Abrams conducting with Ben Sollee and Jecorey "1200" Arthur. Activities start at 5 p.m. with live music on the Waterfront stage; the Catfish Louie Kids Area; festival foods; the Leinenkugal Summer Shandy Beer Garden; and the Old Forester Red, White & Blue Bourbon Bar. At 8:30 p.m., the Louisville Orchestra concert begins, capped off by Louisville City FC Fireworks at 10 p.m. July 4, 5 – 10:15 p.m. Waterfront Park 1 River Road Louisville, KY 40202 More information here Free! New Albany Farmers Market Enjoy local produce from Indiana and Kentuckiana farmers! July 4, 8 – 1 p.m. Downtown New Albany 202 East Market Street Science in Play Opens at the Kentucky Science Center Introducing Science in Play – a progressive, next-generation learning experience for young kids and their families. Rich in loose parts and open-ended play, kids and adults are empowered to learn together and for life. July 4, 9:30 – 8 p.m. Kentucky Science Center 727 West Main Street Louisville, KY 40202 More information here $13 for adults, $11 for children 4th of July Extravaganza with The Tunesmiths and Nellie Pearl at Tim Faulkner Join us for an unforgettable Fourth of July celebration. The Tunesmiths will be celebrating their 3rd year with us by releasing their Full Time Hustle EP. Nellie Pearl will be joining them, as well. And their will be fireworks, of course! July 4, 3 - 11:45 p.m. Tim Faulkner Gallery 1512 Portland Ave Louisville, KY 40203 $5 Midnights at the Baxter Presents 'Stripes' This will be a 4th of July Midnight presentation of the 1981 classic comedy about malcontent slackers joining the army. Starring Bill Murray, Harold Ramis, and John Candy. Filmed in Louisville, E-Town and Fort Knox. July 4, 11:45 - 1:30 p.m. Baxter Avenue Theatre 1250 Bardstown Road Louisville, KY 40204 $9  "Southern Uncovered with the Lee Bros" Viewing Party at Seviche "Southern Uncovered," Ovation Network's newest food show, has come to Louisville, and the episode airs on Sunday, July 5 at 8 p.m. In this Anthony Bourdain-esque show, James Beard Award-winning food and travel writers, Matt and Ted Lee, uncover the unexpected bites and sights in cities all over the south. While in Louisville, Matt & Ted visited Bourbon Barrel Foods, Seviche, Mayan Café, Sunergos Coffee & Decca. The folks from all of these local spots will gather to watch the airing of the show at Seviche. Their lounge and bar will be serving drinks and appetizers for any and all who want to watch the show and support our local food scene. Please join us for this fun viewing party! July 5, 7 – 9 p.m. Seviche, A Latin Restaurant 1538 Bardstown Road Louisville, KY 40205 Free! Rockin' Rooftop Ramen and Rose at 8UP Sunday evenings 8UP Executive Chef Jacob Coronado turns UP the fun and the flavor as he offers UP one of his favorite dishes, Tonkatsu Ramen, for $11. Beverage Director Julie DeFriend has curated an international collection of the cooling, pink wines that can be ordered by-the-glass or by-the-bottle. Sean Thibodaux is crafting a Bamboo Asian cocktail, a Sherry and Vermouth based libation created in the 1890s by Louis Eppinger, the manager of the Grand Hotel in Yokohama, Japan. July 5, 8 – 11 p.m. 8UP 350 W Chestnut St Louisville, KY 40202 More information here Free- food and beverage for purchase Blowout Sale to Benefit Good Garbage This week pay $20 per person and load your car! Fabric, scrap and small yardage, tiles, office supplies, flowers, frames, knick knacks, paper, and so much more. July 5, 1 - 5 p.m. Good Garbage (Old location) 2020 Duncan St Louisville, KY 40203 More information here $20 cash only! Bring your own boxes. | ||||
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