Here are 10+ events, things to do during Labor Day weekend in Louisville
It's time to enjoy the last long weekend of the summer. This Labor Day, there's something for everyone to do, from shopping at the flea and vintage markets to touring WorldFest, a full-blown festival to honor the diverse population and different cultures of those who live here, to Louisville Bats games and the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle and more.
Here are more than 10 things you can do over Labor Day weekend in the Louisville area:
Kentucky Flea Market Labor Day Spectacular
WHAT: More than 750 booths with one-of-a-kind items, antiques, collectibles, food and more. Also, a $5 and under overstock sale area features discounts up to 95% on thousands of overstock items; items are reduced to $3 on Sunday, and $1 on Monday.
WHERE: West Wing, Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane
WHEN: Sept. 2 and 3, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sept. 4, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sept. 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Admission is free. Parking is $10, receive $5 back with any purchase. 502-367-5000; kyexpo.org.
Louisville Zoo
WHAT: Visit with the animals, explore Africa (featuring the award-winning Gorilla Forest), Australia, the Island, Glacier Run, and the HerpAquarium featuring King Louie the white alligator. Rides and attractions include the carousel, climb the adventure ropes course, playgrounds, and the petting zoo. Exhibits include the Butterflies n’ Bloom and IncrediBUGS exhibits. Concessions and souvenirs are available.
WHERE: 1100 Trevilian Way
WHEN: Daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: For the lowest ticket price, purchase tickets online in advance of your visit. Gate and online prices are the same when purchasing on the same day as your visit. $15.75-$25.50 for ages 12-59; $10.75-$20.50 for ages 3-11 and 60 and older. louisvillezoo.org.
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Parrotheads in Paristown
WHAT: The new Labor Day weekend musical festival features a lineup of the nation’s top Jimmy Buffett tribute artists and trop rock bands and food trucks.
Performers:
Friday: Aubrey Wollett, Sandbar Soul, The Boat Drunks.
Saturday: The Get Down, Mike Archer, Aaron Scherz, Conch Republic, Peter Mayer Group, Johnny Russler & The Beach Bum Band.
WHERE: Christy’s Garden, Paristown, 731 Brent St.
WHEN: Sept. 2, 4-10:30 p.m.; Sept. 3, noon to 11 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Tickets: two-day tickets are $85, VIP is sold out; Friday, $35 in advance, $45 day of the festival; Saturday, $55 advance, $65 day of the festival. paristown.com.
20th Annual WorldFest
WHAT: The international festival celebrates with three entertainment stages showcasing international, national, regional and local performers;GE Appliances a Haier CompanyWorld Hub, a vendor village with 150 international-themed arts, crafts, merchandise and food booths; The WorldFest Global Village highlights cultures and customs from all over the world and the Parade of Cultures celebrating all the diverse cultures in Louisville.
Performers:
Friday: The Zydewinders, Lost Tribe of Louisville, Ut Gret, Kuvebo, Karan Chavis, The Brooks Giles Band, Maestro J, The Buzzards, Sule Dance Fitness, Kentucky Soul, River City Drum Corp, Dick Sisto Group, The Ark Band, Kuke Kala Ohana, Latin Louisville Association, McClanahan School of Irish Dance, Argentine Tango Dance Society, Big Poppa Stamply, Hermanos.
Saturday: Louisville Pipe Band, Dance Belize Intermix, Saw Peep Intercultural Orchestra, Rakadu Dance Theatre, Vintage Keys, Hora Certa, Appalatin, Afro Physicists, Gary Brewer & The Kentucky Ramblers, Cheryl Pan Chinese Dance, Imani Dance Company, Chinese American Society Kyana, Keen Dance Company, Natya Kendra-Smitha Paily Dancers, Nachale Bollywood Dance Company, Tanita Gaines, Lou Orleans Band, Frankie Raymore & the Groovemasters with Tony Fish, JD Jay Bird, DJ Blue, DJ Empty Beats, Ma Flow, Xavi.
Sunday: Squeezebot, Giovanni, Soneros de Cristi, Ron Jones Quartet, Flamenco Louisville, Doorways, Ansyn Bank Quintet, Alma Gitana, Screaming Orphans, Carly Johnson, Misha Feigin, Safiyyan Dance Company, Ike Roa, Guilderoy Byrnes, Voodoo Fuel, Jerry Tolson Quartet, Louisville Jazz Initiative, Walnut Street Blues Band, Tee Dee Young, DJ Jay Bird, DJ John Mixa, DJ Siz, Loukiz Dance Performance, Tez of 2Deep and Friends, DJ Q.
Monday: Shazidi, Hellenic Greek Dance Troupe, Destined Dance Company, Aseye Drum Ensemble, Keltricity, Yapa, Milenio, Celtucky, Swing 39, PMA Sound, Street Talk, Shakalaka, The Fellas, Billy Goat Strut, Oreya Dance, Erica Denise & Friends, Academy of Flamenco Arts, The Ville Effect, Her by Design.
WHERE: Belvedere, Waterfront Park, 5th and Main streets
WHEN: Sept. 2-4, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sept. 5, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Admission is free. For a complete schedule: louisvilleky.gov/government/city-events/worldfest.
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Fleur de Flea Vintage Market
WHAT: Kentuckiana’s largest outdoor vintage market will have more than 150 vendors with vinyl, antiques, collectibles, vintage clothing, repurposed, mid-century, and industrial furniture, and more. Bars selling a variety of local craft beer and cocktails, 10 of Louisville’s best food trucks and DJs spinning tunes throughout the day. The farmer’s market will have vegetables, a few pumpkins and mums.
WHERE: Waterfront Park, Festival Plaza, 213 Witherspoon St.
WHEN: Sept. 3, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Pet friendly. Admission is free. thefleurdeflea.com.
Louisville Bats vs Indianapolis Indians
WHAT: Celebrate with the bats and enjoy baseball, craft beer, bourbon and fireworks.
Saturday: Craft beer Saturday. $5 craft beer from select local breweries and post-game fireworks.
Sunday: It's bourbon and baseball in honor of Louisville's bourbon history, the Louisville Bats are returning to the field as the Mashers. Join them and raise your glass and pay homage to our great bourbon culture and tradition, there will be a bourbon bar on the concourse, Louisville Mashers flask giveaway, $4 bourbon flights and a post-game firework show.
WHERE: Louisville Slugger Field, 401 E. Main St.
WHEN: Sept. 3, 7:05 p.m.; Sept. 4, 6:35 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Tickets start at $9. 502-212-2287; milb.com/louisville.
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Kentucky Kingdom
WHAT: Fun for the whole family with more than 70 rides and attractions, including six roller coasters, children’s rides, games, shows, water rides, swimming and much more.
WHERE: Watterson Expressway and the Fairgrounds.
WHEN: Kentucky Kingdom: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept. 3-5. Hurricane Bay: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 3-5.
MORE INFORMATION: Single-day admission: $42.99. kentuckykingdom.com.
An Evening of Soul
WHAT: With Lyfe Jennings and Leela James.
WHERE: Brown Theatre, 315 W. Broadway.
WHEN: Sept. 4, 8 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Tickets start at $68.74. kentuckyperformingarts.org.
Goodtimers Labor Day Weekend Day Party
WHAT: Mya performing live
WHERE: Old Forester's Paristown Hall, 724 Brent St.
WHEN: Sept. 4, 6 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Couch and table seating. Dress code will be enforced, stylish and fitted attire only. Tickets start at $52. kentuckyperformingarts.org.
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Tri-State Labor Day Antique Market
WHAT: Indiana’s largest antiques and vintage-only market features vendors with a wide array of antique, vintage and retro merchandise from a variety of time periods and price points.
WHERE: Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds, US 50, one mile west of exit 16, I-275 (Cincinnati Beltway)
WHEN: Sept. 4, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Admission is $4. lawrenceburgantiqueshow.com.
18th Annual Mayor’s Hike, Bike and Paddle
WHAT: Thousands of cyclists, paddlers and walkers will be on the move at the mayor’s annual event. It will also showcase demonstrations and group participation in Yoga, Tai Chi, Zumba (8 a.m.).
Hike Route: Hikers will have four routes to choose from, based on how far they want to travel. All routes start at the Louisville Community Boathouse; to the base of the Big Four Bridge and back; crossing the Big Four Bridge and back; to the Kennedy Bridge and back, to the Belle of Louisville/ Wharf and back.
Bike Route: Features the longest bike course yet at 18.2 miles. Cyclists will travel down River Road, 9.1 miles all the way to the entrance of Hays Kennedy Park and back to the Community Boathouse.
Paddle Route: The paddling course will begin shortly after the hikers and bikers take off. The route features five miles of scenic paddling along the Ohio river through the McAlpine locks to the Shawnee Boat Ramp. TARC will offer a free shuttle for the return trip to the boathouse.
WHERE: Waterfront Park, Community Boat House, 1325 River Road
WHEN: Sept. 5, 8 a.m.
MORE INFORMATION: ourwaterfront.org; louisvilleky.gov/government/city-events/mayors-hike-bike-and-paddle.
Reach features news clerk Gege Reed at greed@courier-journal.com.
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