January

Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
859-257-4130

This is a community wide celebration and includes a march and a program following. Free and open to everyone.

African American Ball
859-255-2653

Celebrate the excellence in African American art, culture, music, fashion and more. Live music, food, drink, and fun!

February

A Jazzy Valentine
859-257-4900

This annual Valentine’s jazz concert is put on by the UK Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Lab Band. Free and open to the public.

Mardi Gras Parade & After Party
859-254-9790

Party in the streets and celebrate the uniqueness of Mardi Gras in the style of a New Orleans parade. Live music, dancers, drummers, prizes, food, and more.

March

Lexington Antiques & Garden Show
859-253-0362

More than 40 antique dealers and garden specialists are featured at this show.

St. Patrick's Day Parade
859-278-7349

Join in on the fun with leprechauns and shamrocks!

April

Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
859-254-8123

The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event is an equestrian competition that also includes an international trade fair, demonstrations and exhibitions, food, and more.

May

Mayfest Art Fair
859-2590

The Mayfest Art Fair features performing, visual and literary arts.

Kentucky Guild of Artists & Craftsmen Spring Fair
859-986-2540

The Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen Spring Fair features works by more than 100 regional artists and craftsmen, as well as live music, dancing and demonstrations.

June

Annual Egyptian Event
859-231-0771

Come view the Egyptian Arabian horses in a show consisting of competitions in performance, halter, dressage, native costume, and more!

Festival of the Bluegrass
859-846-4995

Festival of the Bluegrass is an annual jamboree event that features performances by top local and national artists.

Swingin’ on Main – Annual Street Dance
859-323-3633

Jump, jive, and wail to the live music, enjoy dance lessons, dance contests, prizes, and more!

July

Fourth of July Festival
859-258-3123

The Fourth of July Festival features arts and crafts, food vendors, children’s activities, live music, and more.

BreyerFest
973-633-5090

This annual gathering will be a fun-fill weekend of model horses, real horses, shopping, demonstrations, and more.

August

Birdhouse Display
859-257-6955

Stroll through the beautiful garden while they are in full bloom and make a bid on your favorite birdhouse. Free admission.

September

Spoonbread Festival
859-986-9760

Family fun including exhibits, carnival, balloon glow, concerts, dog show, balloon rides, and more!

Roots and Heritage Festival
859-299-9687

Art exhibits, literary readings, basketball at midnight, golf tournament, films, children’s activities, comedy, parade, and more.

October

Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen Fall Fair
859-986-2540

This outdoors Fall Fair features the works and wares of regional artists.

November/December

Southern Lights
859-255-5727

Southern Lights features animated light displays along a four-mile route through Kentucky Horse Park. Indoor exhibits, entertainment, food and drink are also featured.

December

Lexington Christmas Parade
859-231-7335

Come see the largest Christmas parade in Kentucky!