A journey to a galaxy far, far away highlight Lexington’s best weekend events
Here is a Lexington list and guide of the best weekend events around Central Kentucky on Friday, Saturday and Sunday if you are bored and need things to do including family-friendly events, theatre plays, musicals, live music concerts, comedy shows, free events, a Nutcracker pop-up ballet show, classical music concerts, University of Kentucky sports, holiday craft fairs, art shows and shopping events, 10K benefits and foodie events.
‘Reimagine’ Opening Reception at the Living Arts & Science Center
View 43 pieces of artwork inspired by drawings from local elementary students when the opening reception of “Reimagine” takes place at the Living Arts & Science Center on Nov. 17 from 5-8 p.m. The exhibit will remain open through Dec. 15. 362 N Martin Luther King Blvd. ArtsConnectLex.org.
Kingston Trio Concert at the Lyric Theatre
California born folk-pop act the Kingston Trio, responsible for helping to launch the folk revival in the 1950s, will perform at the Lyric Theatre on Nov. 17 at 6 p.m. $45. 300 E Third St. Tix.com.
UK Men’s Basketball vs. Stonehill at Rupp Arena
The UK Men’s Basketball team will take the court against Massachusetts based Stonehill College at Rupp Arena on Nov. 17 at 7 p.m. From $18. 430 W Vine St. TicketMaster.com.
Comedian Chris Kattan at Comedy Off Broadway
Comedian and “Saturday Night Live” alum Chris Kattan will perform at Comedy Off Broadway on 17 at 7 and 9:30 p.m. and Nov. 18 at 6:30 and 9 p.m. $25-30. 161 Lexington Green Cir #C4. ComedyOffBroadway.com.
Musical: ‘White Christmas’ at the Lexington Opera House
The Lexington Theatre Company — in partnership with Variety Live — will present Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” The Musical at the Lexington Opera House on Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m., Nov. 18 at 1 and 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 19 at 1 p.m. From $42. 401 W Short St. LexingtonOperaHouse.com.
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Play: ‘Little Women’ at the Guignol Theatre
The UK Department of Theatre & Dance will will present an adaption of Louisa May Alcott’s novel “Little Women” from inside the Guignol Theatre on Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m., Nov. 18 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. $14.40-20.59. 405 Rose St. eTix.com.
Southern Lights Stroll at Kentucky Horse Park
Run, walk or stroll under three miles of festive Southern Lights display at the Kentucky Horse Park on Nov. 18. Gates open 4 p.m., The 5K race starts at 6 p.m., stroll at 6:15 p.m. Pre-registration at runsignup.com/sls5k encouraged. Festive costumes encouraged; dogs on leases welcome. Holiday village with Santa will be open. Children 12 and under free; 5K run is $40, 5K stroll is $30. 4089 Iron Works Pike. khpfoundation.org/southern-lights-stroll/
Holiday Craft Shopping: Bluegrass Creative Market at The Summit at Fritz Farm
The Bluegrass Creative Market will return to The Summit at Fritz Farm with a special holiday edition of curated wares on Nov. 18 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Nov. 19 from 12-5 p.m. Free. 120 Summit At Fritz Farm. facebook.com/events/330220746173400.
Holiday Art Shopping: $20 Art Market at Greyline Station
The Lexington $20 Art Market is back with a holiday-themed affair at Greyline Station on Nov. 18 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 101 W Loudon Ave. facebook.com/events/272248359004230.
Community Tree Planting at William Wells Brown
Trees Lexington will host a community tree planting at William Wells Brown Elementary School & Community Center on Nov. 18 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 555 E Fifth St. TrackItForward.com.
Lexington Philharmonic concert: ‘The Music of John Williams’ at the Singletary Center
Take a journey to a galaxy far, far away to Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Hogwarts and beyond during the Lexington Philharmonic’s performance of “SPACE, DINOSAURS & MAGIC: The Music of John Williams” at the Singletary Center for the Arts on Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m. $11-78. 405 Rose St. LexPhil.org.
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John R. Miller Concert at The Burl
West Virginia born, Nashville based songwriter John R. Miller will perform at The Burl with support from Willy Tea Taylor on Nov. 18 at 8 p.m. $18. 375 Thompson Rd. TheBurlKy.com.
Book discussion: Author Geraldine Brooks at the Keeneland Sales Pavilion
Pulitzer Prize winning-author Geraldine Brooks will lead a discussion on her newest novel “Horse” from the Keeneland Sales Pavilion on Nov. 18 at 6 p.m. $20-45. 4201 Versailles Rd. eTix.com.
The Gobbler Half Marathon, 10K & 5K at Mereworth Farm
The 8th annual Gobbler Half Marathon, 10K and 5K benefiting New Vocations Racehorse Adoption will take place at Mereworth Farm on Nov. 19 at 8:30 a.m. $45-85. 625 W Short St. RunSignUp.com.
UK Volleyball vs. Missouri at Rupp Arena
The UK Volleyball team will face off against SEC rival Missouri at Rupp Arena on Nov. 19 at 1:30 p.m. From $5. 430 W Vine St. TicketMaster.com.
Lexington Ballet Company Nutcracker pop-up show at Lexington Public Library
The Lexington Ballet Company will perform a portion of holiday classic “The Nutcracker”, ballet lessons and more during a family-friendly pop-up show at the Lexington Public Library’s Eastside Branch on Nov. 19 from 2-3 p.m. Free. 3000 Blake James Dr. Events.LexPubLib.org.
Candle Making & Cocktail Class at Wick + Mortar Studio
Make your own candle with a holiday fragrance during a candle making and cocktail class at Wick + Mortar Studio on Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. $38. 526 E High St. PoppyAndPompelo.com.
Play ‘The Life And Times Of Carter Stanley’ at the Paul Sawyier Public Library
Learn about how Carter Stanley helped to lay the foundation of Bluegrass music during “A Life of Sorrow: The Life and Times of Carter Stanley” — a theatrical production performed by actor, musician and writer Gary Reid — at Frankfort’s Paul Sawyier Public Library on Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. 319 Wapping St, Frankfort PSPL.org.
Thanksgiving Floral Arrangement Class at Chenault Vineyards
Learn how to make a Thanksgiving-themed floral arrangement while sipping on wine and munching on a small charcuterie board during a workshop at Chenault Vineyards in Richmond on Nov. 19 from 4-6 p.m. $150. 2284 Barnes Mill Rd, Richmond. Eventbrite.com.
‘Bring Back The Church Choirs!’ at First African Baptist Church
The 16th annual Dr. Sarah C. Newby Simmons College of Kentucky benefit service “Bring Back The Church Choirs!” will take place at First African Baptist Church on Nov. 19 at 4 p.m. 465 Price Rd. facebook.com/fabclex.
Pasta Making & Wine Class at Harkness Edwards Vineyards
Make pasta from scratch during a pasta making and wine class at Harkness Edwards Vineyard in Winchester on Nov. 19 at 4:30 p.m. $57. 5199 Combs Ferry Rd, Winchester. facebook.com/events/1059363645431433.
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