Kentucky Events in May 2024

It’s Spring and that means horse racing, Mother’s Day and so much more all around Kentucky. The grass in green (or in our case blue), the flowers are blooming and people are gathering outside for a good time. Visit this blog of Kentucky Events in May 2024 again throughout the month for more events to be added.

Derby Weekend at Keeneland
Date/Time: May 1st-4th, 9AM
Location: Keeneland, Lexington, KY
Description: Celebrate the derby all weekend long at Keeneland!

Trackside Tunes
Date/Time: May 3rd, 6-9PM
Location: Corner of Walnut and Main Street, La Grange, KY
Description: Enjoy a night of live music and fun!

Derby Party
Date/Time: May 4th, 5-8PM
Location: Pike Street Wine House, Cynthiana, KY
Description: No better way to celebrate the derby than at Pike Street Wine House!

150th Derby Celebration
Date/Time: May 4th, 4-8PM
Location: Holly Hill Inn, Midway, KY
Description: Celebrate the 150th Kentucky Derby!

Derby Day at Local Honey
Date/Time: May 4th, 5PM
Location: Local Honey, London, KY
Description: Enjoy a VIP derby experience at Local Honey with drinks, live music and delicious
food!

Nate Bargatze
Date/Time: May 10th, 7 PM
Location: RUPP Arena, Lexington, KY
Description: Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Nate Bargatze!

Southern Supper Series
Date/Time: May 10th, 5:30-7:30PM
Location: Logstill Distillery, Nelson County, KY
Description: Enjoy a classic southern meal!

Mark your calendar for some fun Kentucky Events in May 2024 and enjoy all our Commonwealth has to offer!

Art, Ales, and Advocacy
Date/Time: May 10th, 6-9PM
Location: Jockey Bar, Lexington, KY
Description: Enjoy a special evening supporting artists and a chance to win a unique
handpainted bourbon barrel!

Spring Open House
Date/Time: May 11th, 10AM-5PM
Location: Scout Antique and Modern, Lexington, KY
Description: Shop a special selection of outdoor furnishings and decor!

Mother’s Day Sip and Shop
Date/Time: May 11th, 10AM-4PM
Location: Downtown Versailles, KY
Description: Enjoy a day of shopping and good deals!

Mother Daughter Brunch
Date/Time: May 11th, 10AM-2PM
Location: Local Honey, London, KY
Description: Enjoy a delightful mother-daughter brunch!

Mayfest Arts Fair
Date/Time: May 11th & 12th
Location: Gratz Park, Lexington, KY
Description: The 28th annual Mayfest Arts Fair presented by Central Bank returns to Gratz Park on Saturday, May 11th (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.) and Sunday, May 12th (11 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

Mother’s Day Brunch
Date/Time: May 12th, 11AM and 1:30PM seatings
Location: Chez Lyndon, Lexington, KY
Description: Treat your mother to a fine dining brunch buffet. $55 per person

West Sixth Beer Garden
Date/Time: May 16th, 4-8PM
Location: Woodland Park, Lexington, KY
Description: Enjoy the outdoors while sipping on some of your favorite beers!

Summer Block Party
Date/Time: May 17th, 6:30-9:30PM
Location: N Main Street, Versailles, KY
Description: Enjoy FREE live music! There will be music, food, drinks, and kids activities!

Wicked Paducah
Date/Time: May 17th and 31st, 6PM
Location: Historic Columbia Theatre, Paducah, KY
Description: Learn more about Paducahs unsavory past!

BBQ Fest 2024
Date/Time: May 17th
Location: Moondance Amphitheater, Lexington, KY
Description: BBQ, beer, bourbon, and music!

Breadboard Painting
Date/Time: May 18th, 10:30AM-1:00PM
Location: Mustard Seed Hill, Millersburg, KY
Description: Enjoy painting and laughing with friends!

Spring Fling 2024
Date/Time: May 18th, 12-6PM
Location: Main Street, La Grange, KY
Description: Live music, vendors, food, and more!

26th Anniversary Open House
Date/Time: May 18th, 12-4PM
Location: Equus Run Vineyards, Midway, KY
Description: Celebrate the 26th anniversary!

The Drunken Flea
Date/Time: May 18th, 12-8PM
Location: The Burl, Lexington, KY
Description: Shop amazing thrift finds!

Don’t forget to check back every week for additions to Kentucky Events in May 2024.

Bluegrass Creative Market
Date/Time: May 18th, 10AM-5PM and May 19th 12PM-5PM
Location: Greyline Station, Lexington, KY
Description: Check out amazing local artists and vendors! There will be food, tunes, drinks and
best of all shopping!

High Tea Party
Date/Time: May 19th, 2-4PM
Location: Lyndon House, Lexington, KY
Description: There will be a selection of teas, finger foods, and best of all sweet treats!

Touch a Truck
Date/Time: May 25th, 10AM-2PM
Location: Appalachian Wireless Arena, Pikeville, KY
Description: Hands-on opportunity for children to climb and explore all different types of trucks.

Reindeer Farm Spring Fling
Date/Time: May 25th, 9AM-2PM
Location: The Reindeer Farm, Bowling Green, KY
Description: See the reindeer, the baby pigs, and the new baby goat!

Live in Liberty Music Festival
Date/Time: May 25th, 11AM-10PM
Location: 518 Middleburg Street, Liberty, KY
Description: Enjoy a day full of live music!

Tasting the Seasons: Wine and Herb Pairing
Date/Time: May 28th, 6:30PM
Location: The Wine Project, Georgetown, KY
Description: Learn how to pair your favorite wines with complementary herbs!

Read Between the Wine
Date/Time: May 29th, 6-8PM
Location: Ghost Fox Winery, Nicholasville, KY
Description: Order wine, and snacks and cozy up with your favorite book!

I hope you find this calendar of events helpful in making plans with your family and friends. Be sure to tell the manager or owner you heard about the event from Bluegrass Blog and tag me on Facebook or Instagram with your photos @bluegrassblog

It’s Spring and that means horse racing, Mother’s Day and so much more all around Kentucky. The grass in green (or in our case blue), the flowers are blooming and people are gathering outside for a good time. Visit this blog of Kentucky Events in May 2024 again throughout the month for more events to…