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Fillies Derby Ball
More than 500 people will gather for the 53rd annual Fillies Derby Ball presented by LG&E on Friday, April 15, at the Galt House East Hotel. The Fillies, Inc., a volunteer organization that works closely with the Kentucky Derby Festival, are hosts of this formal event, which is themed “Celebrate Kentucky.” The Derby Festival Queen will be chosen by a spin of the wheel, and the Royal Court established with the four remaining Princesses, two Handmaidens, two Pages to the Court and three newly knighted outstanding citizens of the community.
The event begins at 7:00 p.m. with cocktails, followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. The Queen’s Coronation will take place at approximately 9:15 p.m. in the Galt House East Grand Ballroom.
New this year, “The Paddock” area will open at 9:30 p.m. for after-dinner socializing. Tickets to “The Paddock” cost $70 and include appetizers, dessert and dancing. Proceeds from the event benefit the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation.
Galt House East , Grand Ballroom
140 N 4th St.
Louisville, KY40202
derbyfestival.org/events-The-Fillies-Derby-Ball-Presented-by-LGE.html
502-572-3822
Individual Tickets - $175 Social/Dance tickets will also be available. Corporate Table of 8: $1,700, Corporate Table of 10: $2,050. Pilots on the Patio at Sully's Saloon
The Blue Angels Pilots of Thunder Over Louisville will be at Sully's Saloon the night before the big show! Come down on Friday, April 15 and meet the pilots on the largest patio on Fourth Street Live! as they gear up for one of the best shows Louisville has ever seen! Plus, great drink specials - $4 wells, $4 Russian Standard and $2 Miller Lite bottles.
Sully's Saloon at Fourth Street Live!
Fourth Street Live!
Louisville, KY 40202
sullyssaloon.com
502-585-4100 Free Demo Itsy Bitsy Yoga @ Shine Studio
At Shine Studio, located off Market Street (the little green building behind the green building), next week your budding yogis can practice family yoga for FREE! According to a press release, "To help foster younger yogis, Maria Whitley, owner of Shine, is offering Baby Yoga (2 months-1year), Itsy Bitsy Yoga (1-2 year-olds), and Pre-School Yoga (3-4), and Yoga Kids (4-9 year olds)."
The free demos are as follows: - April 12: Free Demo Baby Yoga at 11:00 a.m.
- April 14: Free Demo Pre-school Yoga at 3:00 p.m.
- April 15: Free Demo Itsy Bitsy Yoga at 11:00 a.m.
The little green building behind "The Green Building"
700 Block of E. Market St.
Louisville, KY
shinelouisville.com
502-442-2843
Thunder Over Louisville
Thunder Over Louisville is not only the official opening ceremonies for the two fun-filled weeks of the Kentucky Derby Festival, it is also the nation's largest annual fireworks show. Rated as one of the top 100 events in North America, the Derby Festival's Opening Ceremonies is truly a sight to behold. And each year, more than 500,000 eager thrill-seekers do just that. The Thunder Air Show dazzles the crowd with more than 100 planes, aerobatics teams, daring sky diving teams and breathtaking stunts. And the amazing technology of the United States Air Force, Navy, Army and Marines are always crowd favorites. The assortment of military aircraft and demo teams in the sky and in the water make the Louisville waterfront come to life.
Downtown - Riverfront
Waterfront Park, River Road, Indiana Shoreline and Downtown Riverfront area
Louisville, KY
kdf.org
502-584-FEST
Free with 2011 Pegasus Pin Revolutionary War Encampment - 18th Century Thunder
Companies representing General George Rogers Clark's troops from the Northwest Campaign will re-enact life in a military camp, including cooking, drilling and other demonstrations as well as a memorial service to their leader.
Historic Locust Grove
561 Blankenbaker Lane
Louisville, KY 40207
locustgrove.org
502-897-9845
$6 adults, $3 children Hotel Nightclub's Spin Crowd w/ DJ Kevin Scott
Spin Crowd is back at Hotel Nightclub! DJ Kevin Scott (Los Angeles) is on Friday, April 15! Hosted by Daniel Cole. For VIP reservations, contact Daniel@Hotel-Kentucky.com or 502-548-4082.
Hotel Nightclub at Fourth Street Live!
Fourth Street Live!
Louisville, KY 40202
hotel-ky.com
502-548-4082
Louisville Historic Tours Introduces New Full Moon Ghost Tours
Louisville Historic Tours is pleased to announce their new Full Moon Ghost Tours based on author David Dominé’s popular book series. Starting on Sunday, April 17, these monthly tours will feature beautiful architecture and spooky stories under the light of the full moon. Tours will also be conducted the night before and after the full moon. Participants will be transported to each location by bus. The tours depart from the Visitors Center at 218 W. Oak St. in historic Old Louisville at 9 p.m. and will last approximately 90 minutes. The cost is $25 per person and includes entrance to several reportedly haunted homes, a surprise visit from a neighborhood haunt and a sweet treat. For more information or to purchase a ticket, please call 502-637-2922.
Visitors Center
218 W. Oak St.
Louisville, KY 40203
502-637-2922
$25 per person
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