Where to Go and What to Do in Louisville This Weekend (February 25-28)

 

 

Over the 9 | Happy Hour
Enjoy discounted Falls City Pints and glasses of Old 502. Louisville's only happy hour built by locals, for locals.
When: February 25, 4 – 6 p.m.
Where: Over the 9, 120 South 10th Street
Website: www.facebook.com/overthe9
Cost: Free!

 

The Kentucky Derby Museum | Legends Series: Whiskey Women
The Legends Series is an ongoing celebration of the culture, people and history of bourbon. Don’t miss your chance to see these Legends in person and experience special tastings, appetizers, and a Q&A discussion between the Whiskey Women and Minnick.
When: February 25, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Kentucky Derby Museum, 704 Central Avenue
Website: Website
Cost: $75 per person, $65 for members

 

Corner Restaurant & Bar | Justin Lewis
Go to Corner Restaurant & Bar to see local musician Justin Lewis perform live during happy hour.
When: February 25, 5 – 7 p.m.
Where: Corner Restaurant & Bar, 102 West
Website: www.aloftlouisvilledowntown.com/corner-restaurant
Cost: Free!

 

Guided Relaxation | Guided Relaxation with Strive
Louisville Salt Cave and Strive are joining to combine the healing properties of the Louisville Salt Cave with the added benefit of guided relaxation to music with Strive's Nina Rodahaffer and Cheyenne Mize. This event will give 12 individuals the chance to take 45 minutes to actively engage their senses and help to reduce their level of stress and anxiety with lasting effects. 
When: February 25, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: Guided Relaxation, 9800 Shelbyville Road
Website: www.louisvillesaltcave.com/scheduling.html
Cost: $45

 

Westport Whiskey & Wine | Bourbon Tasting – New Riff Distillery & Contratto Vermouths
Join Mollie Lewis of New Riff & Indigenous Selections at Westport Whiskey & Wine to learn about and try some products from a new player in the Kentucky bourbon scene, New Riff Distillery. Along with their bourbons, Mollie will take you through some exotic mixers from everyone's favorite vacation destination: Italy!
When: February 25, 7 – 9 p.m.
Where: Westport Whiskey & Wine, 1115 Herr Lane, Suite 140
Website: www.westportwhiskeyandwine.com
Cost: $15 per person

 

Carmichael’s Bookstore | Beans, Biscuits, Family, and Friends by Bill Goodman
Beans, Biscuits, Family and Friends: Life Stories by Bill Goodman is a series of essays highlighting life in rural Kentucky many years ago, climbing and backpacking adventures with his friends from Glasgow, KY, and a vivid portrait of his artist-cousin Joe Downing, an abstract painter who was better known in Europe than in the United States.
When: February 25, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Carmichael’s Bookstore, 2720 Frankfort Avenue
Website: www.carmichaelsbookstore.com
Cost: Free!

 

 

Join us for a unique celebration – featuring delicious fare from MilkWood, special ticket offers, giveaways, glimpses into the Festival productions and more. Come and help Actors Theatre bring in the Festival with much-deserved fanfare!

This event is FREE, but ticketed. Please contact the at 502.584.1205 to reserve.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Louisville Palace | Masquerade
Join Louisville Magazine and louisville.com for a night of masks, music, mystery and magic. Masquerade will feature performances by the Louisville Chamber Symphony, Nowhere Bar's DJ Brios, and other local artists. Dress to disguise or dazzle - you don't want to miss this party! Cocktail attire is recommended, masks are highly encouraged. VIP tickets include exclusive access to mezzanine area, private bar/restrooms, and complimentary hors d'oeuvres provided by Joy Luck.
When: February 26, 9 – 12 a.m.
Where: Louisville Palace, 625 S 4th St.
Website: www.facebook.com/events/782315451894806
Cost: $20 GA, $25 day of, $50 VIP

 

The Kentucky Center | Bourbon Classic
This 2016 week-long event is a rare, interactive opportunity that delivers education and entertainment exclusively focused on the Bourbon enthusiast. Hundreds of Bourbon enthusiasts will gather in Louisville, the gateway to all the heritage and innovation of Kentucky’s Bourbon Country, to explore the “best of the best” in the world of Bourbon—from the craftsmanship of distilling to the pure enjoyment of the spirit in its many forms.
When: February 23 - 27, all day
Where: The Kentucky Center, 501 West Main Street
Website: www.kentuckycenter.org
Cost: Varies

 
 

Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary | New Wine, New Wineskins: Black Church Planting and Renewal
Hosted by the Black Church Studies program.  Come watch world-class speakers.  Lunch options available.
When: February 26, 10 – 6 p.m.
Where: Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, 1044 Alta Vista Road
Website: www.lpts.edu
Cost: Varies

 

Baxter’s 942 | 5 Thousand 1
Baxter's 942 proudly presents 5 Thousand 1-- go for the food, drinks, and live music!
When: February 26, 8 – 11 p.m.
Where: Baxter’s 942, 942 Baxter Avenue
Website: baxters942.com
Cost: Free!

 

Mercury Ballroom | Headbanger’s Ball
With a set-list of songs that includes the greatest hits of Guns n Roses, Van Halen, Poison and many more, Hairbanger’s Ball offers a wide range of tunes that are sure to please any rock fan no matter the age. According to the band's members  “Hairbanger’s Ball can bring back a memory of a rock concert someone saw in 1985 and also bring the youngsters the experience of a rock concert they were just too young to see.”
When: February 26, 9 – 12 a.m.
Where: Mercury Ballroom, 611 South 4th Street
Website: www.hairbangersball.com
Cost: $10

 

The Monkey Wrench | Restless Leg String Band
Incorporating original songs, traditional bluegrass numbers, and a wide range of covers songs, it's Bluegrass distilled in the heart of Kentucky!
When: February 26, 9 p.m.
Where: The Monkey Wrench, 1025 Barret Avenue
Website: www.facebook.com/1025TheMonkeyWrench
Cost: $5

 

 

 

 

The Olmsted | Fertility Tranquility Spa Day
Fertility Tranquility Spa Day will include: calming massage therapy, rejuvenating aromatherapy, luxurious body and face therapies, fertility yoga and exercise practices, alternative medicines (chiropractic, acupuncture, etc.), and fertility breakout sessions with Dr. Robert Hunter and Dr. Tiffany Jackson.
When: February 27, 9 – 12 p.m.
Where: The Olmstead, 3701 Frankfort Avenue
Website: kentuckyfertility.com/spaday
Cost: Free

 

 

Diamond’s Pub and Billiards | 4th Annual Gravy Cup
There are three categories: traditional, non-traditional and vegetarian. A trophy will be awarded to the winners of each category. An additional trophy will be awarded for Best Overall. The winner of the most People’s Choice votes will be awarded the 2016 “Golden Ladle” trophy. Our panel of celebrity judges will taste all entries and then make their decisions based on the criteria of: Taste, Presentation and Originality. Proceeds from this event benefit Boys and Girls Haven. There will also be a silent auction. 
When: February 27, 11 – 2 p.m.
Where: The Diaper Fairy, 1811 Bardstown Road
Website: www.diamondpubandbilliards.com
Cost: $12

 

Copper & Kings | The Lunar New Year Party
Join the Crane House Young Professionals for the ONLY celebration of The Lunar New Year in town. Celebrate the New Year all over again, and make 2016 the year of not being "basic."  Open bar, good food, cultural games, and performances - what more could you ask for?
When: February 27, 9 – 1 a.m.
Where: Copper & Kings, 1121 East Washington Street
Website: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-lunar-new-year-party-tickets-20437923379
Cost: Varies

 

 

St. Paul United Methodist Church | Untangling Mary Magdalene
Speaker, artist and author, Lori-Lyn Hurley presents a program exploring Mary Magdalene as portrayed in the canonical and Gnostic gospels, as well as myth, art, and pop culture. Hurley will guide guests in peeling away misconceptions about Magdalene in order to encounter the woman who was a beloved companion of Jesus and the first person to encounter the risen Christ. Lunch provided.
When: February 13, 11 – 3 p.m.
Where: St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2000 Douglas
Website: stpaulchurchky.org/spiritualformationevents
Cost: Free

 

 

Mercury Ballroom | Winter Bluegrass Jam Featuring Rumpke Mounting Boys & Friends
Featuring Rumpke Mountain Boys and The Restless Leg String Band
When: February 27, 9 p.m.
Where: Mercury Ballroom, 611 South 4th Street
Website: www.livenation.com/artists/48111/rumpke-mountain-boys
Cost: $10

 

 

KFC Yum! Center | WWE Live “Road to Wrestlemania”
Don’t miss WWE "Road to WrestleMania" at the KFC Yum! Center, Feb. 27! See all your favorite superstars in action LIVE with - Dean Ambrose vs. Kevin Owen for the Intercontinental Champion, Kalisto vs. Alberto Del Rio for the United States Champion, Mark Henry, Sheamus, Dolph Ziggler and many more! WWE is the best value in entertainment!
When: February 27, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: KFC Yum! Center, 1 Arena Plaza
Website: www.kfcyumcenter.com
Cost: Varies

 

 

The Monkey Wrench | Rust and Honey
Check out this “Y’allternative” band’s live show!
When: February 13, 9 p.m.
Where: The Monkey Wrench, 1025 Barret Avenue
Website: www.facebook.com/RustnHoney
Cost: $5

 

 

Based on E.B. White’s classic book, this touching musical tells the story of Fern, her beloved pig Wilbur, and his best friend Charlotte. Come see why Wilbur truly is “SOME PIG!”

 

 

Join us as we celebrate The Salvation Army’s Culinary Arts Training Program. Tickets to this intimate multi-course dinner are $150. The meal is prepared by Louisville's premier chefs. Valet parking included. 

 

 

Featuring Carl Allen & The Art of Elvin Jones with UofL International Jazz Quintet.

 

 

Roller Skating to the good stuff.

18 and over, admission includes skate rental. Speed or in-line skates are $2 extra. 

 

 

Jam out at the New Vintage this weekend with Twin Limb, Big Momma Thorazine, and Tony Robot. 

 

 

 

 

Bunbury Theatre | "Gone Astray"
Set in the Eastern Kentucky coalfields, a long lost brother, a tricky romance and clashing family ambitions combine in this wry retelling of the story of the prodigal son.
When: February 28, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Bunbury Theatre, 604 South Third Street
Website: Website
Cost: Varies

 

 

The Bard’s Town | “A Permanent Image,” by Samuel D. Hunter
Siblings Bo and Ally are back in their childhood home in Idaho for the funeral of their father. Their mother, Carol, has painted the whole house white and is suspected to have been drinking since their father's death. What Ally and Bo come to find out is that their mother has a method to her madness, as she pulls out some home videos of their father just before he died. Called a fusion between realism and the absurd, A Permanent Image is a tense exploration of the distance families put between themselves, and what it takes to bring them back together. Recommended for ages 16+
When: February 25 - 28, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: The Bard’s Town, 1801 Bardstown Road
Website: www.thebardstown.com
Cost: $16 for adults, $15 for seniors, $14 for students

 

 

Over 30 vendors will be providing wedding services to make your wedding day a dream come true! Pre-Registered brides and groom receive FREE admission. All others $5 per person, register at TheCalumetClub.com.

 

 

Go CARDS!

 

 

Please join the Louisville Film Society at Copper & Kings Brandy Distillery as they roll out the red carpet and watch the 88th Annual Academy Awards. There will be heavy hors d'oeuvre and dessert stations, Hollywood-inspired libations, a silent auction featuring items and services from local companies, a $250 ballot competition and door prizes. Tickets are $100 each and include a one-year LFS membership and $75 each for current LFS members. All but $25 from each ticket is a tax-deductible contribution to support the Louisville Film Society.

 

 

Need a place to watch the Oscars? Want to watch it on the big screen? Want a chance to win prizes and eat free food? Then join UofL at the Floyd Theater! Free snacks will be provided and don't miss out on the ballot competition, where you could win one of the Best Picture nominated films on DVD!

 

 

Come sample wares from some of Kentuckiana's finest wedding vendors. 

Cost: Free!