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![]() ![]() Abbey Road on the River 2015Abbey Road on the River is a celebration of the music and legend of the Beatles. This year’s festival will include a 75th birthday party for John Lennon and music from the likes of Phil Kenzie, Laurence Juber, Bruce in the USA, Tim Piper and Working Class Hero, BritBeat, Newbees and many more. May 21, 22, 23, 24 and 25 The Belvedere 485 W. Main St. Muhammad Ali Center 144 N. 6th St. Louisville, KY 40202 $20 - $199 www.arotr.com ![]() ![]() Fleur de Flea Vintage Urban Market at the WaterfrontEnjoy a huge vintage outdoor market on the Waterfront Plaza! Over 100 vendors from all over Kentuckiana will be setting up vintage items, antiques, collectibles, and repurposed/recycled goods. There will be food trucks and a variety of craft beer! May 23, 9 – 4 p.m. Festival Plaza Waterfront Park Louisville, KY 40202 Free! www.thefleurdeflea.com ![]() Memorial Weekend Sunday Singles DanceJoin us for Kentuckiana’s largest Sunday Singles dance at Moose Lodge! Hundreds of singles attend every Sunday night. There are chances to win cash and prizes. Entertainment is provided by DJ Kenny Sauter. This event is presented by KySinglesDance.com. May 24, 7:30 p.m. – 12 a.m. Moose Lodge 4615 Fegenbush Ln. Louisville, KY 40228 $6 admission before 8 p.m., $7 admission after 8 p.m. Info and directions at www.KySinglesDance.com and www.Facebook.com/kysinglesdance ![]() Bluegrass Farmers' Market The market will offer a variety of fresh produce, meat, and eggs—many items are produced by resettled refugees using their extensive agricultural skills to provide fresh, nutritious, locally grown produce for their families and the community. May 21, 3 – 6 p.m. Sts. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital 1850 Bluegrass Ave. Louisville, KY 40215 Free! Shakespeare On Stage Film Series: “Antony and Cleopatra” 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 KY Shakespeare poster for $5 off and a complimentary bottle of water. May 21, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Baxter Avenue Theatre 1250 Bardstown Road Louisville, KY 40204 www.kyshakespeare.com/events/special-events Bring KY Shakespeare poster for $5 off Decca's Beats & Eats This Thursday, tucked inside Decca's underground cocktail haven, The Cellar Lounge, the East Indies-inspired affair will feature Chef Annie's interpretation of dishes inspired by Thailand, Vietnam, India and the Philippines alongside hip-hop tracks courtesy of DJ Ryan Rugger. May 21, 10:30 p.m. – 2:30 a.m. Decca 812 E. Market St. Louisville, KY 40206 www.louisville.com/content/beats-and-eats 749-8128 Free! ![]() Kentucky Reggae Festival Come enjoy a Caribbean atmosphere of live reggae music, ethnic food and the Caribbean vendor market. The Kentucky Reggae Festival, brings a truly Caribbean atmosphere to Louisville’s backyard without the expense of traveling to the islands! No food, drink or pets allowed. Lawn chairs and blankets welcome. May 22, 23, and 24 Louisville Water Tower 3005 River Rd. Louisville, KY 40207 www.kentuckyreggaefestival.com $12 before 6 p.m., $16 after 6 p.m., $30 for a 3-day pass. Kids 10 and under free The West End Poetry Opera at the Kentucky Center The West End Poetry Opera is an unflinching, authentic performance that is at times uncomfortable because of its candor, a work of profound hope, and ultimately, an honest work of art illuminating a call to integrate social and economic justice into urban planning policy. May 22, 7 – 9 p.m. The Kentucky Center 501 West Main Street Louisville, KY 40202 www.kentuckycenter.org Free event. Tickets required. Call 584-7777 to reserve a ticket. The Louisville Crashers & Gas Money at the Jeffersonville River Stage It's opening night at the Jeffersonville River Stage and it's bound to be a great time! May 22, 7 – 11 p.m. Jeffersonville River Stage Jeffersonville, IN www.theriverstage.com Free! Turbo Fruits, Discount Guns at the New Vintage Turbo Fruits is a rock 'n roll band and one that could likely take your state rock n' roll champion to the mat in less time than it takes to cue up a record. Discount Guns is a fuzz/blues rock duo out of Louisville, KY. The band is comprised of John Ford and Edward Vincent, both of whom write the songs, and switch off on instruments and vocals. May 22, 10 p.m. – 1 a.m. The New Vintage 2126 S. Preston St. Louisville, KY www.newvintagelouisville.com/shows-events.html Free! ![]() Middletown Indoor and Outdoor Market Our top vendors will be on hand to sell their unique products including jewelry, baked goods, jams and jellies, garden decor, unique clothing, vintage glass, Derby hats, concrete statuary, fleur de lis art, and more! No admission fee and free parking! May 23, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Fellowship Hall 11711 Main Street Middletown, KY 40243 www.middletownoutdoormarket.com Free! Compagnia TPO: Bleu! at the Mex Theater One of Italy’s most innovative theater companies, Compagnia TPO creates interactive performances for children using dance, music and cutting-edge digital technologies. In this piece, two dancers guide children from the audience on an adventure of discovery in the world’s oceans, with special emphasis on the Mediterranean Sea – a cradle of nature, culture and myths. May 23, 11 – 1 p.m. The Kentucky Center 501 West Main Street Louisville, KY 40202 $1 The Glo Run at the Big Four Lawn Glow in the dark themed 5K run/walk at the Big Four Lawn! May 23, 9:30 – 11:30 p.m. Big Four Lawn River Road Louisville, KY 40202 www.theglorun.com $37 3rd Annual White Party at Nowhere Bar Come to Nowhere Bar for our 3rd Annual White Party with guest DJ JAY KAY during Memorial Weekend! No cover before 11pm. Be sure to dress in white! May 23, 8 p.m. – 4 p.m. Nowhere Bar 1133 Bardstown Rd Louisville, KY 40202 www.facebook.com/events/1439009813066481/ No cover before 11 p.m. The Last Waltz at Mercury Ballroom After the death of The Band’s drummer, Levon Helm, in April of 2012, a small group of Indianapolis musicians decided to get together and play the songs of The Band to honor Mr. Helm’s legacy. As word of their plans began to spread amongst the local music community, the group grew larger and it was decided to recreate The Band’s legendary final show, The Last Waltz. That concert, also a brilliant film and soundtrack directed by Martin Scorsese, features The Band as well as several of the biggest musicians of the day. May 23, 9 – 12 a.m. Mercury Ballroom 611 South 4th Street Louisville, KY 40202 www.mercuryballroom.com $15 in advance, $18 day of ![]() RumpFest on Highland Avenue First Annual RumpFest, less creatively known as The Highland Avenue Block Party, hosted by Rumplings in conjunction with Sole Foundation andWest Sixth Brewing. Confirmed Musical Acts: Jalin Roze Elephant Room Ocifer Mistro Hound of the Buskervilles J-Rite Fusionary Food will be served inside Rumplings, as well as outdoors. We have a full liquor license, for this event, with outdoor vending. There is no charge to attend! Come join us for a great time and an eclectic mix of culture! May 24, 12 p.m. - 11 p.m. 2009 Highland Ave. Louisville, KY www.facebook.com/events/1568866793401733 Free! Beatersville Car & Bike Show at Phoenix Hill Tavern Come enjoy the Beatersville Car & Bike Show, featuring1968 & earlier models, traditional and custom hotrods, the Ms. Beatersville Contest and live music featuring Nulydedz, The Ass Haulers, Laurie Jane and the 45’s, The Hot Wires, The Elixirs, The Krank Daddies, Jane Rose and The Deadend Boys, and The Rocketz. May 24, 10 – 5 p.m. Phoenix Hill Tavern 644 Baxter Avenue Louisville, KY www.facebook.com/Beatersville Visit website for pricing information Boomtown Ball & Festival in New Albany Mayor Jeff M. Gahan and the City of New Albany, along with 91.9 WFPK are proud to present the second Boomtown Ball & Festival. This event will be held on Market St. in downtown New Albany. Flea Off Market is a unique outdoor bazaar that will feature both regional and local New Albany vendors offering records, books, antiques, vintage items, fine arts & crafts, and more! The lineup for the outdoor stage curated with the help of New Albany natives Houndmouth begins at 1:30pm and includes Langhorne Slim, The Apache Relay, The Features, Big Big, Jalin Roze, Lazy Sunday, Lydia Burrell & The Hart Strings. May 24, 1 – 11 p.m. Market St. New Albany, IN www.facebook.com/events/819414038150331/ Free! Fireships, Blind Tiger and Tiny Elephant at Haymarket Taking their name from the Hudson River sloops that repelled the British warships before the Battle of Brooklyn – using fire and water to fight darkness with light – Brooklyn-based Fireships makes guitar-driven alt-folk that’s dreamy and fiery, spontaneous and well-crafted. Local garage rock favorites Blind Tigers and jazz fusion trio round out an eclectic bill. May 24, 8 – 11 p.m. Haymarket Whiskey Bar 331 E Market St Louisville, KY 40202 Free! BONUS: MEMORIAL DAY EVENTSMayor's Hike Bike & Paddle The Subway Fresh Fit Hike, Bike and Paddle takes place at the top of Waterfront Park's Great Lawn at E. Witherspoon Street near the dancing fountain. Parking is available in many areas around Waterfront Park. May 25, 12a.m. Witherspoon Street Louisville, KY 40202 LOUISVILLEKY.GOV/GOVERNMENT/CITY-EVENTS Free! Military Appreciation Day at Churchill Downs Free General Admission is available for Active Military & Veterans with Military I.D. May 25, 11:30 – 9 p.m. Churchill Downs 700 Central Avenue Louisville, KY 40208 $3 for non-military members Kentucky Flea Market Memorial Day Spectacular at the Kentucky Expo Center One of the nation’s finest flea markets with dealers from across the nation. Over 600 booths featuring antiques, collectibles, crafts, candles, surplus, jewelry and much more. May 22 - May 25, 12 – 5 p.m. Kentucky Exposition Center 937 Phillips Ln Louisville, KY 40209 Free! Memorial Day Lunch Cruise on the Belle of Louisville Come on down to the Ohio River and help us kick off the Belle's 101st summer season! Include the delicious buffet meal (inside seating, advance reservations required) or choose sightseeing only (all-weather upstairs, outside seating) and be a part of a true river adventure. May 25, 1 – 3 p.m. Belle of Louisville at Waterfront Park 401 West River Road Louisville, KY 40202 www.kentuckytourism.com/events/details/memorial-day-lunch-cruise/42728/ Adults - $35 Seniors - $34 PaintNite Mondays at Wick's Live on State in New Albany PaintNite comes to Wick's in New Albany every Monday in May! With instruction from one heck of a talented artist, Lacole Offutt, YOU can make a painting worthy of hanging! Regular price is $45, but use code WICKS20 at checkout and get $20 OFF! And to get your creative juices flowing, we'll have $3 Margaritas and Martinis and $2 Pints and Bottles of Domestic Beer at your disposal. Get there early for BOGO Pasta, served all day, every Monday. May 25, 7 – 9 p.m. Wick's Live on State 225 State St New Albany, IN 47150 www.paintnite.com/pages/venueevents/view/louisville/126686 $45 - $25 | ||||
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