Local events and things to do for families and kids around Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville is abundant with art you can see from your car or on your walk. Murals and sculptures are all over the city. Spring is a fantastic time to explore Louisville. But, during this global pandemic, there are many limitations. Luckily, so much of the public art and murals are visible by car. Here are some ideas to safely get […]
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With spring just around the corner, we took a drive about a 40 minute drive southwest of Louisville to hike and visit some historic sites and a 130 foot waterfall. We started off by hiking the Tioga Falls trail. The parking area has 4 picnic tables, but I did not see any restrooms nearby. This hike is about 2 miles […]
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This is a paid sponsorship post This year Foxhollow Farm is super excited to announce a brand NEW fall event at the farm: The Harvest Hoedown, a two-day, family-friendly music festival to benefit Dare to Care Food Bank. The Harvest Hoedown is a family event that includes a square dance on Friday, October 11 from 6-9 p.m. featuring The Local […]
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Family hikes at Charlestown State Park to Historical Rose Island Amusement Park I grew up a river rat in a Prospect neighborhood called Cardinal Harbour. Everyone had boats and canoes, and some of my earliest memories were of going out on the sail boat on the weekends. As I got older I started hearing rumors about an amusement park right […]
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A great place to visit for all ages, Shaker Village is the perfect family day trip or weekend getaway. With all there is to do, you won’t have to, or want to, leave once you arrive. The folks at Pleasant Hill have worked hard to ensure you and your family have a wonderful time while visiting. Recently I got to […]
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Thomas Dambo will create three Forest Giants sculptures in the Berheim Forest arboretum using recycled wood from our area. Please note, spring 2020, Bernheim is open but you need reservations. Check their website closely for re-opening information. The Forest Giants are finished! The giants are expected to be at Bernheim Forest for 3-5 years. Visit Bernheim to marvel in how amazing […]
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Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve Camps Give your children a true nature camp experience this summer! We are offering TWO different camps for children 3-13 years old. Thrive Forest Camp at Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve is a nature immersion program for children 3-6 years of age. Held Monday-Friday from 9:30am – 12:30pm, Thrive Forest Camp will have children climbing on […]
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In January, my family and I went up to Perfect North Slopes in Indiana to go tubing. We had never been before, but the website provided a lot of information, the signage made it very clear where to go, and the staff was super helpful and friendly. This post is from 2018 – aspects of this review may be different […]
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Junior Explorer program at The Parklands teaches kids about nature and takes them on an outdoor adventure! Junior Explorer is a program at The Parklands for kids ages 5-12 (www.theparklands.org/Things-To-Do/Junior-Explorer). Its purpose is to teach kids about nature and encouraging them to spend time outdoors. The Junior Explorer program takes place at Turkey Run Park in the Parklands meets every other Saturday, […]
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The Kentucky Derby Museum Golf Cart Tour is a fun way to see and learn about Churchill Downs. Writers were hosted for purpose of review. Have you ever wished you could go “beyond” the track at Churchill? See the horses up close in their stables? Understand how the backside operations run every day? See where the trainers, grounds crew, jockeys […]
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Mark your summer calendars for this exciting Fort Knox Centennial Concert featuring Easton Corbin. The Fort Knox Centennial Concert is sponsored by Academy Sports, Navy Federal, Brown Forman, Fort KnoxFederal Credit Union, Swope Family of Dealerships, and USAA Enjoy live music at the Centennial Concert! On Saturday August 18th at 7pm bring family and friends to Brooks Field and enjoy Easton Corbin, Parmalee, and Runaway […]
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Boudreaux’s New Orleans Style Sno-Balls serves up a refreshing treat during the summer heat. My kids and I recently visited the Boudreaux’s New Orleans Style Sno-Balls shop after a trip to E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park to swim. It was the perfect way to end our afternoon! This tiny little shop in Middletown is unique, locally owned, and bursting with friendliness […]
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