Local events and things to do for families and kids around Louisville, Kentucky
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Here are some events in Louisville we have found for family fun.
Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” – Mar. 21 & 28, & Apr. 4 @ 11am & 2pm, the Kentucky center for the performing arts – Get ready for a musical experience, ripped from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved, award-winning, best-selling children’s books, that will leave audiences doing the “Flippy Floppy Floory” dance all night long! In Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”, Gerald and Piggie take to the stage in a rollicking adventure that is perfect for young audiences. (Paid event)
April
Bunny Breakfast Bash – Apr 4, 9-11am, Arts & Enrichment Center, 999 Water Street, Charlestown, IN 47111 – Registration required $10 adults; $5 children – Hop on over to the City of Charlestown’s Bunny Breakfast Bash on Saturday, April 4 at the Arts & Enrichment Center, 999 Water Street. Indulge in breakfast with the zany Chris Cakes and his flying pancakes along with an opportunity to meet the Easter Bunny and Chick. Plus, there will be vendors passing out eggs to children!
EggStravaganza – Apr 4, 9:30-11:30, 2800 Frankfort Avenue – Free Children’s Easter Party – Activities include dying easter eggs, bouncy, face painting, decoration cookies, crafts and activities – all are welcome, come join the fun
Easter Egg Hunt– Saturday, April 4 at 10 am at Robsion Park. This event is for kids from pre-K through 5grade. There will be an allergy-friendly section. Free hot dogs and lemonade.
Blackacre Spring Break Camp – Apr 6-10, 10am-1pm, Blackacre State Nature Preserve – Registration required $175 – Our Spring Break Camp offers children ages 5–12 a week of hands-on learning, outdoor exploration, and creative fun in a one-of-a-kind farm and nature setting. Each day, campers will help care for farm animals, explore the trails, and take part in engaging, themed activities led by special guest instructors.
Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party – 4/10-7 pm, 4/11 & 12-11am & 3pm, KFC Yum! Center – Paid event – Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party is bringing the magic to guests through dynamic moments that take place on the ice and in the air. This adventure delivers compelling storytelling through multi-leveled production numbers so be prepared to join this magical search and help unlock an epic journey when Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party delivers an unforgettable experience with five fun-filled performances at the KFC Yum! Center from April 10-12, 2026.
Spring Break Swim Camp – Spring Break Camp runs Monday, April 6th – Friday, April 10th , Camp runs from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2915 S Hurstbourne Pkwy Suite A, Louisville, KY 40220 – Registration required $250 total – Our Half-Day Swim Camp combines the excitement of camp with the life-saving skill of swimming! Each day includes structured swimming, free swim, crafts and activities inspired by our story-based swim lessons. Your child will build confidence in the water while making new friends! Camp is available to children ages 4 and older.
KY Flea Market Spring Fling – Friday 10-6, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 11-5, KY Expo Center – FREE – The KY Flea Market is your chance to find treasures old and new. Shop over 500 booths of antiques, collectibles, jewelry, clothes, bath & body, surplus and more. Free admission. Half off parking with purchase. Friday 10-6. Saturday 10-6. Sunday 11-5.
Spring Revel: An Afternoon of Whimsy and Wonder – Apr 11, 12pm-9pm, Jubilee Fields, 529 E Burnett Avenue, Louisville, KY 40217 – FREE – Join in an afternoon of fantastical merriment as we celebrate the coming spring. As the seasons change we gather for an afternoon of fantasy inspired family fun, art, and community. We welcome Fae folk, elves, hobs, goblins, and humans of all ages to join us in celebrating spring!
TreeFest 2026 – Apr 11, 11am-3pm, Thurman-Hutchins Park – FREE – TreeFest is Louisville’s Arbor Day celebration, bringing the community together to explore the essential role trees play in our lives. This family-friendly event is packed with creative, engaging, and fun activities for all ages.
Kids Cruise – 4/8/26, 4/9/26, 5/28/26, 6/6/26, 6/9/26, 6/11/26, 6/13/26, 6/23/26, 7/9/26, 7/11/26, 7/14/26, 7/16/26, 7/18/26, 7/23/26, 7/28/26, 7/30/26, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM, Belle of Louisville Riverboats, 401 West River Rd, Louisville KY 40202 – Registration required, $14.99 – Bring the magic of the Ohio River to life while exploring a real riverboat! At 90 minutes, our Kids’ Cruises are the perfect length for the whole family to enjoy. Enjoy kid-friendly music, coloring sheets, and a special surprise activity or two while taking in the sights and sounds of the world around you.
Sellersburg Spring Craft Market 2026 – Apr 11, 9am-2pm, Life Center at Kingdom Life Church, 11515 US-31 N, Sellersburg, IN 47172 – FREE – Spring has sprung! Come check out the local vendors and artisans of Southern Indiana to find decor, gifts and treats for yourself or your family and friends!
Fillies’ Children’s Tea – Apr 12, 12pm-2pm, The Olmstead, 3701 Frankfort Avenue Louisville, Kentucky 40207 – $36.5, registration required – Step into a world of whimsy and wonder at The Fillies’ Children’s Tea with the Mad Hatter! Guests will tumble down the rabbit hole into a magical tea party filled with colorful décor, delightful treats, and charming surprises. Children can enjoy interactive activities, playful characters, photo opportunities, and, of course, a topsy-turvy tea with the Mad Hatter!
DoNot Stop Half Marathon (5k/10k) Louisville – Apr 19, 8-11am, Iroquois Park 2120 Rundill Rd Louisville, KY 40214 – $25.98, registration required – Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Operation Parent 3rd Annual Trivia Night – Apr 23, 6-9pm, 3rd Turn Oldham Gardens – Registration required, min $50 – We’re throwing it all the way back for a night packed with nostalgia, laughter, and just the right amount of friendly competition. Dress up in your favorite era, decorate your table to match, and get ready to test your knowledge across the years. We’ll have great food, drinks, a 50/50 raffle, and prizes you’ll definitely want to take home. It’s one unforgettable night where every decade shows up.
Georgetown Spring Craft Show – Apr 25, 9 AM – 2 PM, Shepherd of the Hills, 5231 IN-62, Georgetown, IN 47122 – FREE – Find unique gifts, decor and more from local crafters!
Long Running Events
Recurring Events:
Louisville Free Public Library has story time events all around the city. You could go to different ones each week. Sometimes they have crafts and other activities to go along with the story time. It’s one of the best free family fun activities in the city!
Early childhood programming (ages 0-5) is back at Speed Art Museum. Baby Playdate is 1st Wednesday of each month, 10 AM – 12 PM. Toddler Takeover is 1st Wednesday of each month, 10 AM – 12 PM. Each month we baby-ify a gallery with floor mats, board books, toys, and soft music. Babies (and their adults) engage with the artworks and each other at their own speed. All the programming is included in your ticket to the Museum for that day. Check their website for upcoming dates and themes.
Tiny Art Tales – KMAC Museum, 10:30-11:15am, Join us Friday every month from 10:30-11:15 am for movement, music, and art making. It’s free.
SIGS in New Albany has several open gym style options that recur. From tot-spot to bounce time. You can go once or get a pass that will basically get you one free visit when you purchase more visits all at once.
ECO Kids Discovery Days at Berheim Forest are offered every first and third Saturday of the month (weather permitting) 1-4pm. E-C-O stands for Every Child Outside, which is the best way for children of all ages to connect with the natural world. $15 per car recommended.
Kentuckiana Parkour in Clarksville, IN has parents night out every Saturday night and you do not have to be a member to send your child. It’s for children ages 5 and up from 6-8pm. Kids can get active in the ninja and parkour courses. $20
Defy has Kid Jump every Monday- Friday from the time they open until noon. It is for kids ages 6 and under and their adult. It is $15 and parents jump free. You select a 90 minute jump spot. Those kiddos will be tired for their naps and you got your exercise in for the day!
Drop in and paint at Whet Your Palette. Leave the mess at home and let your kids get creative. The best deal is Tuesdays, all day canvases are half off.
Saturday Farm Animal Feeding – Blackacre State Nature Preserve And Historic Homestead. The volunteer animal feeders discuss feeding and caring for farm animals, will take place May through September on Saturdays at 9:00am. Visitors are advised to wear appropriate shoes or bring spare shoes for the ride home, as we may get dirty, especially if it has been raining recently. Feed will be provided, but Visitors are always welcome to bring their own treats to feed the animals. Apples, carrots, and bread are farm animal favorites. Meet in the barn for this fun opportunity!
There are some drop-in opportunities at The Little Loomhouse. Isn’t it so great things are opening up for family fun? Get creative with weaving and learn some unique history.
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Wednesday Wonders are interactive programs designed to spark the curiosity of young children. This session is for elementary aged (recommended ages 5-9) learners. Offering a different natural history wonder each week, we will cultivate critical thinking, scientific literacy, and stewardship of our natural surroundings. This hour long program emphasizes learning through exploration and discovery outdoors combined with science experiments, activities, play, and art. Come prepared for the weather as we go outside for hikes, creekwalks, and activities during all seasons. For a full list of topics go to our website.
*There are occasional dates when they do not have Wednesday wonder events
Free for members / $5 for non-members
Day trips are always an option. There are many places within 2 hours of Louisville. Here are tons of options.
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