Local events and things to do for families and kids around Louisville, Kentucky
Outdoor concerts make for great family fun, no matter the type of music. Outdoor concerts are typically free events and open to the public. Louisville is known for having a great music scene! Every spring and summer, several outdoor venues across Louisville and Southern Indiana host a variety of concerts. Here is a list of outdoor concerts in Louisville: Tuesdays […]
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A retro arcade in Louisville – new space for indoor fun will take you back in time for affordable family fun Zanzabar Arcade at Logan Street Market is a new, large venue full of retro (and a few current) arcade games. This large arcade in Louisville provides a new option for indoor family fun. Sometimes it’s more difficult to find […]
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Hauck’s Corner on Goss Ave offers a casual dining atmosphere with outdoor entertainment for the family Are you looking for a place to eat with kids that allows them to wiggle around and play? Hauck’s Corner is in a location that has been serving the Schnitzelburg community for quite some time, since 1912. It just wasn’t always a restaurant. But, […]
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I scream, you scream, We Scream Ice Cream Shop 2025 has been a doozy but there’s one corner of our city, where things are bright, comfy and delicious… and that’s We Scream ice cream shop. View this post on Instagram A post […]
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Camp KGA: Kids’ Great Adventure is the next chapter in the KGA tradition of serving Louisville’s kids since 1981. Designed for ages 5-12, our traditional outdoor summer camp offers endless opportunities for fun, friendship, and personal growth through activities like swimming, canoeing, archery, arts and crafts, sports, gardening, animal care, gymnastics, and so much more! With more than 15 activities to explore, kids […]
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Lowes Build and Grow Louisville events are fun for 2025! Free fun at Lowe’s where kids can learn skills and go home with a project they made! Many parents forgot about these events because they didn’t happen for a long while but in 2025, Lowe’s brought them back. You can sign up for your child to build a project for […]
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You will be surprised by the family fun hidden at the back of this toy mall in Kentucky! Take a step back in time browsing antiques and toys but also, find treasures for everyone in the family. We headed to South Louisville Antique & Toy Mall after I told a friend about what my daughter likes and that she loves […]
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Louisville is full of 5k+ runs and/or charity runs and many of them offer a fun run option or even a family fun run. We have put together a list of all the family-friendly run/walks in the Louisville area that we can find. Put on your running shoes, grab the kids, and go run (or walk) for a cause and […]
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A Community Access membership level will allow even more people to access Kentucky Science Center! Learn more about this free membership opportunity for families! Kentucky Science Center has a membership level that will allow even more people to access Kentucky Science Center. It’s the new Community Access Membership! This membership provides a free family membership to families participating in the […]
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Free workshops for kids at the Home Depot Home Depot offers free kids workshops the first Saturday of each month from 9am to 12 pm. The workshops are designed for children ages 5 – 12. Workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills, tool safety and instill a sense of pride and accomplishment. The kids get to keep their craft, receive a certificate […]
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SoundWaves at Gaylord Opryland in Nashville offers year-round water park fun for families! SoundWaves is a new indoor/outdoor waterpark connected to the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center. SoundWaves is available to overnight hotel guests who book the SoundWaves Water Experience Package. To ensure a comfortable experience, there is a maximum capacity for the park each day, so we […]
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This playful exhibit invites visitors of all ages to channel their inner architect and engineer as they design, build, and fortify their dream forts. Looking for an engaging family activity that combines creativity, learning, and fun? The Kentucky Science Center’s “Who Forted?” exhibit offers just that—a hands-on building experience where visitors of all ages can design, construct, and test their […]
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