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WEDNESDAY, MAY 13

7:00 PM

Louisville Trivia Night

Tin Roof Louisville
Music
6:00 PM

Wild Workout: Yoga (Flamingos)

Louisville Zoo
Community
10:00 AM

Gardens Storytime

Waterfront Botanical Gardens
Community
7:30 PM

Fiddler on the Roof

CenterStage at the Trager Family JCC
Community
7:00 PM

Celebration of Traditional Music

Berea College Appalachian Center

Annual festival hosted by Berea College's Loyal Jones Appalachian Center. Workshops, concerts, jam sessions, and the renowned Old-Time Music Banjo Contest.

Festival
10:00 AM

Midweek Nature Stroll

Bernheim Forest and Arboretum
Family
5:30 PM

CRAFT NIGHT: Weekday Drink Specials!

The Craftery
Community
7:00 PM

Whitechapel w/ Entheos, Tracheotomy, Mauled

Headliners Music Hall
Music
8:00 PM

Phil Johnston

Gerstle's Place
Music
6:00 PM

Candles and Cocktails with Fly Girl Candles

The Craftery
Community
8:00 PM

TRANSMIT Presents: deep glens

Bar Grale

Musical performance by deep glens

Music
3:00 PM

Early Childhood Pop-Up: Litter Critters

Louisville

Litter Critters Plastic is everywhere! Join us at our Litter Critter stations to learn how plastic waste effects animals and humans here in Kentucky and around the world. We’ll play games focused on recycling to earn a special sticker! These stations will be in the MetaZoo or the HerpAquarium on Wednesday afternoons in the spring. Price FREE with Louisville Zoo membership or admission About Early Childhood Pop-ups The fun will be popping up this spring and summer at the Zoo! Perfect for young learners, these new pop-up programs invite families and their children to play, observe and learn in new ways all while visiting the Zoo! Use your imagination during free play in the Cub House, gather around for a story reading, think like a zookeeper with animal activity stations or go on a Litter Critter quest. Pop up programs are FREE with membership or admission to the Zoo. For a full list of details and available sessions, visit our website. EARLY CHILDHOOD POP-UPS 2026 SCHEDULE Animal Tales Classes from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.  April 19: HerpAquarium April 28: Giraffe Exhibit May 5: Islands / Little Penguin Exhibit May 12: Tiger Taiga May 19: Red Panda Exhibit Little Critters Classes held in the MetaZoo from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. April 15, April 22, April 29 May 6, May 13, May 20, May 27 Playtime in the Cub House Classes held  from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the Snow Leopard Cub House presented by PNC. March 28 April 4,  April 25  (April 11 Cancelled) May 2, June 6, June 27  Young Zoologist Classes held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Islands Zone April 2, April 9, April 16, April 23, April 30 May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28

Community
7:00 PM

MICK FOLEY LIVE COMEDY SHOW

Logan St Market
Comedy

THURSDAY, MAY 14

7:00 PM

Louisville' Laughing Stock #10 - Deady / Shitfire / Sex Mex / The Metric Ton / J Fox

Magnolia Bar (Mag Bar)
Music
8:00 PM

Music Bingo With JD Entertainment

Tin Roof Louisville
Music
10:00 AM

People of Hope Mobile Museum

Louisville

<p>Catholic Charities of Louisville (CCL) is hosting People of Hope: Faith-Filled Stories of Neighbors Helping Neighbors, a nationwide storytelling exhibition designed to amplify the profound impact of community service. CCL will host the exhibit from May 14th - 16th under the Big Four Bridge. This walk-through event is free and open to the public between the hours of 10am - 6pm on Thursday and Friday, 10am - 4pm on Saturday and takes around 20-30 minutes to see. All are invited!</p>\n

Community
7:00 PM

Pansy Division + Bev Rage and The Drinks + Highway Eyes

Portal at fifteenTWELVE
Music
6:00 PM

Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence at Speed Cinema

The Speed Art Museum
Community
8:00 PM

Molly Tuttle & Maggie Rose presented by 91.9 WFPK

Mercury Ballroom
Music
6:00 PM

Orchids: Not Hard, Just Different

Waterfront Botanical Gardens
Community
9:00 AM PDT

How to Do a Venture Capital Financing

Online

Educational workshop on venture capital financing

Workshop
5:30 PM

Art History Illustrated: An Evening with the Arnolfini Portrait

Cultural Arts Center

« All Events Patriotic Bookmarks May 20 4:00 pm - 5:45 pm Join Museum Educator Jessica Hartman at the Cultural Arts Center as we explore creative expression through patriotic design. In this program, participants will craft their own red, white, and blue bookmarks using a variety of materials and decorative techniques. Along the way, we’ll reflect on themes of remembrance, service, and national pride. These personalized bookmarks serve as both a practical item and a lasting reminder of the values honored on Memorial Day. Register Online Categories: Events Tags: Event Cultural Arts Center 201 East Spring Street New Albany, IN 47150 United States + Google Map (812) 944-7336 Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live Art History Illustrated: An Evening with the Arnolfini Portrait

Community
6:35 PM

Louisville Bats vs. Indianapolis Indians

Louisville Slugger Field
Sports
6:00 PM

Elmo's Got the Moves

the Louisville Palace
Community
6:00 PM

Bourbon Through Bluegrass

Frazier History Museum
Community
7:00 PM

Randy Feltface: Gimmick

Louisville Comedy Club
Comedy
11:00 AM

Early Childhood Pop-Up: Young Zoologist

Louisville Zoo
Community
6:00 PM

ELMO'S GOT THE MOVES - PHOTO EXPERIENCE- NOT A CONCERT TICKET

The Louisville Palace
Music
8:00 PM

Akeem Woods

The_Planet of the Tapes
Community
5:30 PM

CRAFT NIGHT: Weekday Drink Specials!

The Craftery
Community
8:00 PM

Molly Tuttle & Maggie Rose

Mercury Ballroom
Music
10:00 PM

Thirsty Thursday Karaoke

Tin Roof Louisville
Music
7:00 PM

Thursday Trivia at the Brewery

Floyd County Brewing

TRIVIA THURSDAYS at FCBC! For 10 straight years, we’ve been the longest-running trivia game in town — powered by the legends at Last Call Trivia! Every Thursday | Floyd County Brewing Co. Pints flowing, brains buzzing Prizes, bragging rights, and decade-deep rivalries Fuel up with apps, burgers & pub favorites You think you’re smarter than our reigning regulars? Prove it. Ten years is a long time to hold the throne. Bring your squad. Stack your brainpower. Trivia Thursdays — only at FCBC.

Community
7:30 PM

Fiddler on the Roof

CenterStage at the Trager Family JCC
Community
8:00 PM

Cherokee Road

Gerstle's Place
Music
7:00 PM

The Blind Bourbon Buy: Unveiling Everyday Bottle Champions of 2026

Deibel Barn at The Maples Park
Food
6:00 PM

Louisville Cardinals Baseball vs. University of Virginia Cavaliers Baseball

Jim Patterson Stadium
Sports
6:00 PM

Dance w/ Mexico Lindo

Mashup Food Hall

Thursday Night Dance Classes w/ Mexico LindoStep into the rhythm every Thursday at Mashup. Mexico Lindo leads an open, community-centered dance class designed for all experience levels—whether you’re learning for the first time or just looking to move. Every Thursday | 6–8 PMThe Gallery @ Mashup Food HallFree to attend

Community
8:00 PM

Albert Castiglia

The Whirling Tiger
Music
11:00 AM

Early Childhood Pop-Up: Young Zoologist

Louisville

Young Zoologist Practice your observation skills and learn what it takes to be a zoologist. Find our young zoologist stations in the Islands Zone on Thursdays between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to help us track the behavior of some islands mammals. We’ll work on our observation skills by marking where animals are in the exhibits and what they’re doing. Guests will also be able to test their knowledge by identifying different types of animal scat or tracks. Price FREE with Louisville Zoo membership or admission About Early Childhood Pop-ups The fun will be popping up this spring and summer at the Zoo! Perfect for young learners, these new pop-up programs invite families and their children to play, observe and learn in new ways all while visiting the Zoo! Use your imagination during free play in the Cub House, gather around for a story reading, think like a zookeeper with animal activity stations or go on a Litter Critter quest. Pop up programs are FREE with membership or admission to the Zoo. For a full list of details and available sessions, visit our website. EARLY CHILDHOOD POP-UPS 2026 SCHEDULE Animal Tales Classes from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.  April 19: HerpAquarium April 28: Giraffe Exhibit May 5: Islands / Little Penguin Exhibit May 12: Tiger Taiga May 19: Red Panda Exhibit Little Critters Classes held in the MetaZoo from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. April 15, April 22, April 29 May 6, May 13, May 20, May 27 Playtime in the Cub House Classes held  from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the Snow Leopard Cub House presented by PNC. March 28 April 4,  April 25  (April 11 Cancelled) May 2, June 6, June 27  Young Zoologist Classes held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Islands Zone April 2, April 9, April 16, April 23, April 30 May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28

Community
6:00 PM

Lindsey Shake Duo

Captain's Quarters
Music

FRIDAY, MAY 15

8:00 PM

Paul Thorn: Life Is Just A Vapor w/ Special Guest Scott Miller

The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts
Music
9:00 PM

The Selloutz

Blind Squirrel
Food
7:00 PM

Magnolia Boulevard

Zanzabar
Music
7:00 PM

Burlesque Night

The Elixir
Theater
10:00 AM

People of Hope Mobile Museum

Louisville

<p>Catholic Charities of Louisville (CCL) is hosting People of Hope: Faith-Filled Stories of Neighbors Helping Neighbors, a nationwide storytelling exhibition designed to amplify the profound impact of community service. CCL will host the exhibit from May 14th - 16th under the Big Four Bridge. This walk-through event is free and open to the public between the hours of 10am - 6pm on Thursday and Friday, 10am - 4pm on Saturday and takes around 20-30 minutes to see. All are invited!</p>\n

Community
11:59 PM

Dj Logik

Tin Roof Louisville
Music
7:30 PM

Spicy Magic Comedy Nite

The_Planet of the Tapes
Community
7:00 PM

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents The Greatest Show On Earth

KFC Yum! Center
Music
8:00 PM

Downtown Drive-in at Waterfront Park

Brown-Forman Amphitheater

<p>The return of outdoor movie night series, Downtown Drive-in, starts May 16. The film series will be hosted at Waterfront Park’s Brown-Forman Amphitheater, 1301 River Road, playing family-friendly movies on select Friday nights through October. The event is free to the public with free parking available at Waterfront Park’s Tan and Turquoise lots.</p>\n

Community
5:30 PM

2026 Night at the Frazier

Frazier History Museum
Community
3:00 PM

CRAFTERNOON: Friday Happy Hour!

The Craftery
Community
7:00 PM

Free Paws & Pals Days

Kentucky Science Center
Community
7:30 PM

Swimming in the Shallows by Adam Bock

Henry Clay Theatre
Community
6:00 PM

Louisville Cardinals Baseball vs. University of Virginia Cavaliers Baseball

Jim Patterson Stadium
Sports