April 2023 events calendar: 50+ things to do in Louisville this month

April 2023 events calendar: 50+ things to do in Louisville this month

Dinos Under Louisville. Louisville Mega Cavern, 1841 Taylor Ave., through April 30: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. On this adventure see 80 life-size moving dinosaurs including a 35-foot high Brachiosaur and a 40-foot long T-rex battle a Triceratops (the size of a mail truck) and enter a wormhole and be transported back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth. $49.99 standard vehicle; $79.99 full-size van, limo, small school bus; $149.99 full-size school bus; $349.99 motor coach. louisvillemegacavern.com.

Blippi The Wonderful World Tour. Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. There be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks. Thursday, 6 p.m., Louisville Palace, 625 S. 4th St. Tickets start at $21. louisvillepalace.com.

Norton Commons' Food Truck Friday. 6301 Moonseed St., 6-8 p.m. Friday. Live music, food, drinks and shopping at the al fresco market. Bing a chair. Free. nortoncommons.com.

The tombstone of one of the greatest jockeys in the history of horse racing, Isaac Murphy, is on display at the Kentucky Derby Museum. Murphy was a Kentucky-born Black jockey who won an extremely high percentage of races including three Kentucky Derbys in 1884, 1890 and 1891.
The tombstone of one of the greatest jockeys in the history of horse racing, Isaac Murphy, is on display at the Kentucky Derby Museum. Murphy was a Kentucky-born Black jockey who won an extremely high percentage of races including three Kentucky Derbys in 1884, 1890 and 1891.

36th Annual Kentucky Derby Museum Ball. 704 Central Ave., 6 p.m. Friday, April 28. Enjoy a night of cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at Churchill Downs Racetrack’s exclusive Homestretch Club, followed by a seated dinner, dessert, and live music at Kentucky Derby Museum. Nighttime Derby revelers can purchase a Backstretch Dance Party event ticket, which begins at 9 p.m. and includes a showing of the Museum’s signature immersive film, The Greatest Race, complimentary cocktails, late-night bites and a dance party with music from The Party Feels. Presented by Central Bank. Reception and dinner are sold out. Tickets to The Backstretch party are $150. derbymuseum.org/ball.html.

Terrarium Workshop. Louisville Nature Center, 3745 Illinois Ave., 5-7 p.m. Friday. Bring nature inside as you learn how to build a forest in a jar. Participants should bring a quart jar, all other materials are provided.. $15, $10 for LNC members. 502-458-1328; louisvillenaturecenter.org.

Yew Dell's Spring Plant Sale. Yew Dell Botanical Gardens, 6220 Old La Grange Road, Crestwood, 5-9 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Features collection of newly-available plants, Martha Lee’s Kitchen with food and horticulture staff and volunteers on site to answer gardening questions. $9, $5 for seniors and ages 6-17, free for Yew Dell members. For more information: 502-241-4788; yewdellgardens.org.

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Kentuckiana Mid-Century Modern (MCM) Show. Germantown Gables event space, 986 Swan St., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Featuring more than 50 of the region’s finest mid-century dealers selling furniture, décor, art, record consoles and more. Presented by Flea Vintage Urban Market. General Admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. is $5; early bird admission from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $10. thefleurdeflea.com.

Party for the Planet. Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, Saturday-Monday. A month-long celebration of the Earth. Free with zoo admission. Sponsored by LG&E and KU Foundation. louisvillezoo.org.

  • ZooPoopyDoo Compost Sale. Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, 7:30-11:30 a.m. Saturdays through April and May 13. High-quality ZooPoopyDoo compost. Compost will be loaded into your vehicle in the Zoo’s bus parking lot. ZooPoopyDoo can be purchased online, bring your receipt to Zoo for pickup (print out or on phone). Compost is $45 per scoop. louisvillezoo.org.

  • Earth Day. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Community eco-partners will be featured throughout the Zoo (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.); the Zoo will also display the winners of its Trashformation Art Contest in the pollinator garden space near the Butterflies n’ Blooms exhibit. $5 off admission and free parking all day courtesy of LG&E and KU Foundation.

Monarchs & Mimosas. Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, 8:30-10 a.m. Saturday. Start your day with a refreshing cocktail as you learn how to create your own pollinator garden. Learn about the types of plants that are most beneficial to attracting pollinators, how to identify the best location and type of garden for your space, and how to manage your plants to provide the best habitat year-round. Enjoy mimosas and pastries during the class and take home a milkweed plant. For ages 21 and older. $40. louisvillezoo.org.

PBR: Unleash The Beast Tour. KFC Yum! Center, One Arena Drive, 6:45 p.m. Saturday; 1:45 p.m. Sunday. The show starts with pyrotechnics, explosions, and flames. Then the excitement really begins when the top 35 bull riders in the world compete against the fiercest bucking bulls on the planet. Tickets start at $15. ticketmaster.com.

Artist in Residence Meet & Greet. Spirit Nest, Bernheim Forest, Exit 112 off Interstate 65, Clermont, 2-4 p.m. Saturday. Join Sam Hensley, Regional Artist in Residence; Vallorie Henderson, Environmental Artists in Residence and Kelly Jimenez and Alejandro Franco of the artist collective as they speak about their work and creative practice. Light refreshments and snacks will be served. Free, $15 donation is suggested. 502-955-8512. bernheim.org.

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The Catholic Enrichment Center Community Health Fair. Catholic Enrichment Center, 3146 West Broadway, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. The fair will provide mammograms (women 40 and older), wellness exams (pap smear for women ages 40-65), blood pressure checks, blood glucose checks, A1C screenings, mental and spiritual health information, healthy eating and living tips, safety information and more. To schedule an appointment for a mammogram and/or wellness exam, call 502-899-6842. For more information, 502-776-0262.

Spring Plant ID. Louisville Nature Center, 3745 Illinois Ave., 10 a.m. to noon Sunday. On this walk learn to recognize common plants by their leaves and growth patterns, and see how they are related. For ages 12 and older. $15, free for LNC members. 502-458-1328; louisvillenaturecenter.org.

Catwalk for Water. Whirling Tiger, 1335 Story Ave., Sunday. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show is from 7-9 p.m. Fashion show with earth-friendly fashions designed from upcycled and repurposed materials in the name of beauty, fashion and Aveda’s mission: caring for the world we live in. Proceeds to benefit Kentucky Waterways Alliance and the Hoosier Environmental Council. Tickets starts at $25. eventbrite.com.

Kentucky Derby Museum's Biscuits & Bourbon. 704 Central Ave., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday. Enjoy a southern-inspired brunch, music by Southern Sirens, unlimited Kentucky bourbon, mimosas and Bloody Mary's. Brunch includes a biscuit bar with made-from-scratch buttermilk biscuits, sweet potato biscuits, country ham, sausage, sausage gravy, honey, seasonal fruit and a French toast bar with strawberries, bananas, blueberries, whipped cream, chocolate chips, maple syrup and chopped pecans. Sponsored by Angels Envy. Free parking is available at the Kentucky Exposition Center with free shuttles going to and from Churchill Downs. Onsite parking is available and must be reserved in advance. $130. derbymuseum.org/biscuits.html.

Bourbons Bistro Smokes & Spirits Derby Soiree. 2255 Frankfort Ave., 8-10 p.m. Wednesday. An evening of select bourbons and craft cigars with local experts. Special guest bourbon expert and founder of the BourbonBlog.com Tom Fischer and Cohiba Cigars blender and ambassador Sean Williams The Soiree features two special Cohiba cigars along , three tastings of Buzzard’s Roost Sippin Whiskeys and light appetizers on the Bourbons Bistro patio. $45. bourbonsbistro.com/events-1/smokes-and-spirits-derby-soiree-bourbons-bistro.

Kentucky Derby Festival April 2023

Mayor’s Give A Day: A Celebration of Service. Individuals, companies and groups can volunteer online: MyGiveADay.com Saturday through Sunday. Agencies and organizations that have projects needing volunteers can also add their information to the website. Free. kdf.org.

Kroger's Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront. Waterfront Park, 129 E. River Road, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Thursday-Saturday, noon to 10 p.m. Sunday. The ultimate entertainment experience features concerts with a wide variety of musical genres including jazz, R&B, country, rock and blues; also family fun, food, kids’ inflatable playground and midway rides. Admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin. Pegasus Pin won’t be required for admission to Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville Thursday (opening day) courtesy of Commonwealth Credit Union.

  • Chow Wagon: an outdoor food and live music venue, is one of the highlights of Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront.

  • Silent Disco. Thursday, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Attendees wear glowing wireless headphones and dance to music. Headphones are free for the first 50 attendees, courtesy of Kroger; $10 per headphone for all other participants.

L&N Federal Credit Union Great Balloonfest. Colorful hot air balloons will light up the Louisville skyline during this Derby Festival favorite that features three events. Free admission with a 2023 Pegasus Pin.

  • Rush Hour Race: Friday, 7 a.m., Bowman Field

  • Kentucky Derby Festival Great Balloon Glow: Friday, 9 p.m., Kroger's Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront

  • Great Balloon Race: Saturday, 7 a.m., Bowman Field.

GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon/Marathon. Starts on Main Street, near Louisville Slugger Field, 401 E. Main St., and ends at Lynn Family Stadium, 350 Adam St., at 7 a.m. Saturday. $95 miniMarathon; $105 Marathon; $325 Marathon Relay; $50 virtual. DerbyFestivalMarathon.com.

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Kentucky Derby Festival Ken-Ducky Derby. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront Saturday. Call to the post 4 p.m.; duck launch at 5 p.m. See the launch of 46,000 ducks into the Ohio River for a chance to race and compete for prizes. Proceeds benefit Harbor House of Louisville. Admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin. To adopt a duck, visit gotducks.org. For more information, kdf.org.

The Kentucky Derby Festival Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade on Broadway with the theme of “Loving Louisville,” Sunday, May 1, 2022, in Louisville, Ky.
The Kentucky Derby Festival Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade on Broadway with the theme of “Loving Louisville,” Sunday, May 1, 2022, in Louisville, Ky.

Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade. Marches west on Broadway from Campbell to 9th streets, 3 p.m. Sunday. The 2023 theme is "Celebrating Derby Traditions" and will highlight all that makes the Derby Festival and Derby season a memorable time of year. Featuring nearly 100 units, including inflatables, floats, marching bands and equestrians. Free; $10 bleacher seats (along Broadway from Hancock to 6th streets); $35 for VIP reserved bleacher seats in TV Zone with a parking pass for every four tickets purchased and complimentary drinks and snacks (along Broadway between Floyd and Preston streets). kdf.org.

Samtec Great Bed Races. Broadbent Arena, Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane Monday. Tailgate party, 1 p.m.; parade of the beds, 6 p.m.; race begins, 7 p.m. Beds aren’t for sleeping during Derby Week. Check out more than 30 beds on wheels as they race around a track in Broadbent Arena. The 2023 theme is “Though the Decades,” featuring inspiration from movies, music, fashion, television and sports. Free admission with a 2023 Pegasus Pin. Parking is $12.

Chicken Salad Chick WineFest. Picasso and Monet Rooms, Mellwood Art Center, 1860 Mellwood Ave., 6-9 p,m. Tuesday. Sip and savor more than 100 local wines from Kentucky wineries. For ages 21 and older. General admission: $55 (includes wine tastings, light appetizers, souvenir glass and WineFest event pin); VIP: $90 (limited availability and includes early access at 5 p.m., VIP private area, food sampling, swag bag, barrel tasting of local wines and access to private restrooms.) Designated driver, $15. kdf.org.

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Shepherd Insurance Great Steamboat Race. Wharf at the Waterfront Wednesday. Board at 4:30 p.m.; depart at 5:45 p.m.; race starts at 6 p.m. This long-running Derby Festival favorite will pit three vessels – the Belle of Louisville, the Belle of Cincinnati and the American Countess – on the Ohio River as they compete for bragging rights and the coveted Silver Antlers. Belle, $165 (limited availability). Belle of Cincinnati, $80 cruise only, $125 dinner and cruise (800-261-8586 or bbriverboats.com). Free spectator viewing at Kroger's Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront and along the banks of the Ohio River.

Festivals in Louisville April 2023

Wild Lights: Around the World. Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, 6:30-10 p.m. Thursday-Sunday. The lantern festival has a new lineup for 2023. Guests will be able to see sights from around the world featuring over 50,000 LED light bulbs, 18 interactive displays, 8 animated lanterns and 10 light-changing pieces. Featuring a walk-through cobra corridor, giant blue morpho butterfly, a 9-foot, shark-themed photo opportunity, the Statue of Liberty, Sydney Opera House, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Hall of Supreme Harmony and more. Sponsored by Bob Ray Company, LG&E and KU Foundation, Norton Children's and Neil and Jane MacDonald Family. Through May 21. Tickets are available for purchase online only. General admission: $22, $19 members, free for ages 2 and younger; $75 family 4 pack, $55 family 4 pack for zoo members. Parking is $7. louisvillezoo.org.

Cherokee Triangle Art Fair. Cherokee Triangle neighborhood, Cherokee Parkway between Willow Avenue and Cherokee Road, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Juried art fair with more than 200 artists’ booths, parade (10 a.m. Saturday), plant sale, children’s art tent and street fair (6-8 p.m. Saturday). Free.

Sports in Louisville in April 2023

Churchill Down. 700 Central Ave., 6 p.m. Saturday; 12:45 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. Tickets start at $5. churchilldowns.com.

  • Saturday: Opening night includes a fashion preview from Rhodes For Him & For Her, artistic creations from KMAC Couture designers, style tips from featured Kentucky Derby Milliners, and enjoy an evening of horse racing.

University of Louisville vs Miami. Jim Patterson Stadium, 3015 S. 3rd St., 7 p.m. Thursday; 6 p.m. Friday; 1 p.m. Saturday. Men’s baseball. Tickets start at $5. gocards.com.

University of Louisville vs Boston College. Ulmer Stadium, 2101 S Floyd St., 6 p.m. Friday; 2 p.m. Saturday; noon Sunday. Free. gocards.com.

Racing Louisville City FC vs OL Reign. Lynn Family Stadium, 350 Adams St., 7:30 p.m. Saturday. Women’s soccer. Tickets start at $17. racingloufc.com.

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University of Louisville vs Bellarmine. Jim Patterson Stadium, 3015 S 3rd St., 6 p.m. Tuesday. Men's baseball. Tickets start at $5. gocards.com

Films in Louisville in April 2023

"Joyland." Speed Museum, 2035 S. Third St., 6 p.m. Friday; 12:30 and 3 p.m. Sunday. The film explores the many sides of love and desire in a patriarchal society. Recommended for ages 16 and older. $12, $8 Speed members. speedmuseum.org.

Tours in Louisville in April 2023

David Dominé Louisville Historic Tours. David Dominé, founder of Louisville Historic Tours and award-winning author will have three new walking tours for the 2023 season. For more information and to purchase tickets, louisvillehistorictours.com.

  • Glitter Ball City Tour: The Glitter Ball City Tour hits many of the spots in Old Louisville that are featured in Dominé’s 2021 true-crime memoir, A Dark Room in Glitter Ball City. Guided by the author himself, this walk will include a stop at a popular neighborhood watering hole to enjoy drinks along the way. Participants will also receive other extras, such as a signed copy of the book and a disco ball souvenir. Limited to 12 people. Leave from Conrad-Caldwell House, 1402 St James Court, 2:30 and 5 p.m. Friday-Sunday through Nov. $90 per person.

  • The Paranormal Buff Supernatural Tour. On this three-hour tour, guests will enter the Conrad-Caldwell House Mansion that was once home to a family of poets and artists. They will also receive a signed copy of Dominé’s True Ghost Stories and Eerie Legends from America's Most Haunted Neighborhood. Limited to 12. Leaves from Ainslie House, 1215 S. Third St., 8 p.m. Friday-Sunday or by appointment. $110 per person through Nov.

  • The Secrets and Scandals of Old Louisville Tour. Visit locations where famous people lived and died; houses with interesting backstories and hidden architectural features; and places where scandals and murders occurred. Leaves from Mag Bar, 1398 S. 2nd St., 3 and 5 p.m. daily through Nov. $65 per person.

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Locust Grove Guided House Tour. 561 Blankenbaker Lane, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. During the Guided House Tour, a docent will guide you through the place where Louisville began, exploring the lives of the Croghan and Clark families, the enslaved, and Locust Grove’s famous visitors during early frontier Kentucky. $12, $10 seniors, $6 for ages 17 and younger, free for Locust Grove members. For more information: locustgrove.org.

Old Louisville Walking Tours. Leaves from the Old Louisville Visitor Center, Central Park, 1340 S. Fourth St., 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. These popular architectural and historical guided tours are operated by the Old Louisville Neighborhood. $20, $16 seniors, $5 students. For more information go to oldlouisville.org/guided-tours.

Hike/Walk in Louisville in April 2023

Big Bloom Stroll. Yew Dell Botanical Gardens, 6220 Old La Grange Road, Crestwood, 6 p.m. Thursday. Garden and Arboretum Manager Sayde Heckman will lead the tour through daffodils, alliums, tulips, and hyacinths. $15, free for Yew Dell members. For more information: 502-241-4788; yewdellgardens.org.

Spring Wildflower Stroll: Late Bloomers. Bernheim Forest, Exit 112 off Interstate 65, Clermont, 1:30-3 p.m. Saturday. Learn about spring wildflowers. Registration is needed by 4 p.m. April 28. $15, $10 Bernheim members. 502-955-8512. bernheim.org.

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Concerts in Louisville April 2023

Louisville Orchestra. Yo-Yo Ma, Cello; Teddy Abrams, conductor. Thursday, 8 p.m., Whitney Hall, Kentucky Center, 501 W. Main. Sold out. louisvilleorchestra.org/concerts.

Adam Doleac: Barstool Whiskey Wonderland Tour. Thursday, 8 p.m., Mercury Ballroom, 611 S. 4th St. Tickets start at $16. mercuryballroom.com.

Mojothunder. Friday, 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $15. zanzabarlouisville.com.

Sixteen Candles. Friday, 9 p.m., Mercury Ballroom, 611 S. 4th St. Tickets start at $16. mercuryballroom.com.

Samia, Christian Lee Hutson. Friday, 8 p.m., Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road. $18 advance, $20 day of show; $68 VIP. headlinerslouisville.com.

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Young Buck, Yayo Brinks. Saturday, 8 p.m., The Jefferson, 715 W. Riverside Dr. Jeffersonville, Indiana. Tickets start at $20 advance, $25 day of show. thejeffersonvenue.com.

The Crashers. Part of Old Louisville Live. Friday, 7:30 p.m., Central Park, 1340 S. 4th St. Food truck and concessions open at 6:30 with Old Louisville Brewery craft beers, wine, bourbon and water. Free. oldlouisville.org/old-louisville-live.

Laura Jane Grace. Saturday, 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $25. zanzabarlouisville.com.

The Prince Experience. Saturday, 8 p.m., Mercury Ballroom, 611 S. 4th St. Tickets start at $15. mercuryballroom.com.

Elvie Shane will perform at Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville at Waterfront Park.
Elvie Shane will perform at Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville at Waterfront Park.

Elvie Shane, Abby Hamilton. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Kroger's Fest-a-Ville, Waterfront Park, 129 E. River Road. Free with 2023 Pegasus Pin.

School of Rock Mainstage Spring Shows. Saturday, 3:30-10 p.m.; Sunday, 12:30-10 p.m., Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road. Tickets are $10, $5 students; free for ages 7 and younger. headlinerslouisville.com.

GospelFest. Featuring Jamar Esaw & Triad: 4 Christ, Young Men 4 Christ, Jesse Williams & Total Praise, Antwan Jenkins & Campfire, as well as local church choirs, praise teams and solo acts. Sunday, 6-9 p.m., Kroger's Fest-a-Ville, Waterfront Park, 129 E. River Road. Presented by Passport Health Plan, Molina Healthcare and Republic Bank. Free with 2023 Pegasus Pin.

Pert Near Sandstone, The Way Down Wanderers. Sunday, 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $15. zanzabarlouisville.com.

Marzz, Quinnette. Monday, 7:30 p.m., Kroger's Fest-a-Ville, Waterfront Park, 129 E. River Road. Free with 2023 Pegasus Pin.

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Robert Plant, Allison Krauss: Raising The Roof Tour. Tuesday, 8 p.m., Louisville Palace, 625 S. 4th St. Tickets start at $160. louisvillepalace.com.

Midnight Star, DJ Mixx. Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Kroger's Fest-a-Ville, Waterfront Park, 129 E. River Road. Free with 2023 Pegasus Pin.

Jordy Searcy. Tuesday, 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $15. zanzabarlouisville.com.

The Sadies, Julianna Rio, Mark Charles. Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road. Tickets start at $20. headlinerslouisville.com.

J.D. Shelburne will perform at Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville at Waterfront Park.
J.D. Shelburne will perform at Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville at Waterfront Park.

J. D. Shelburne, Frankie Moody. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Kroger's Fest-a-Ville, Waterfront Park, 129 E. River Road. Free with 2023 Pegasus Pin.

Theater in Louisville April 2023

"Escape to Margaritaville." Derby Dinner Playhouse presents the Broadway musical-comedy featuring both original songs and the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics. Saturday, Tuesday, Thursday-next Saturday, 7:45 p.m.; Sunday, 1:30 and 7:45 p.m.; Wednesday, 1 and 7:45 p.m., at the playhouse, 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville. Ends May 14. $42-$51. 812-288-8281; derbydinner.com.

"Hamlet." Kentucky Shakespeare presents one of Shakespeare’s most popular works. The story of the prince of Denmark trying to revenge his father.” Thursday and Sunday. Bring chairs or blankets. Free.

  • Saturday: Riverview Park, 8202 Greenwood Road, 2 p.m.; St.Matthews City Hall, 3941 Grandview Ave.; (in the event of inclement weather the performance will be held at St. Matthews Community Center, 310 Ten Pin Lane), 6:30 p.m.

  • Sunday: Pavilion at Little Hunting Creek, US-42, Prospect (in the event of inclement weather the performance will be held at Prospect City Hall, 9200 US-42, Prospect), 2 p.m.; Sun Valley Park, 6616 Ashby Lane (in the event of inclement weather the performance will be held at (Sun Valley Community Center, 6505 Bethany Station), 6:30 p.m.

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More events this week in Louisville

Kentucky Science Center. 727 W. Main St., 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Do Science at Kentucky Science Center’s 50,000 square feet of fun on Main Street. Get hands-on with fun exhibits, see a movie or tinker in MakerPlace. Advanced tickets are strongly encouraged; visit kysciencecenter.org to purchase.

Speed Art Museum: Speed Online. Features art activities; view films from the Speed Cinema; coloring page; Make Your Own Story, inspired by the exhibition Loose Nuts: Burt Hurley’s West End Story. Participants become the author, illustrator, and creators of their own book and more. For more information, visit speedmueum.org.

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Louisville Parks and Recreation Golf Courses: Golf courses are open from daylight to dark seven days a week. In the clubhouses, food service will be limited to take-out only.

  • Bobby Nichols Golf Course, 4301 E. Pages Lane. 9 holes. 502-937-9051

  • Charlie Vettiner Golf Course, 10207 Mary Dell Lane. 18 holes. 502-267-9958

  • Crescent Hill Golf Course, 3110 Brownsboro Road. 9 holes. 502-896-9193

  • Iroquois Golf Course, 1501 Rundill Road. 18 holes. 502-363-9520

  • Long Run Golf Course, 1605 Flat Rock Road. 18 holes. 502-245-9015

  • Seneca Golf Course, 2300 Pee Wee Reese Blvd. 18 holes. 502-458-9298

  • Shawnee Golf Course, 460 Northwestern Parkway. 18 holes. 502-776-9389

  • Sun Valley Golf Course, 6505 Bethany Lane. 18 holes. 502-937-9228

  • Quail Chase Golf Course, 7000 Cooper Chapel Road. 27 holes. 502-239-2110

Reach Features news clerk Gege Reed at greed@courier-journal.com

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