Local events and things to do for families and kids around Louisville, Kentucky
Deam Lake Sate Park in Indiana is a great day trip. You can cool off and enjoy some beach time just 20 minutes from downtown Louisville. Deam Lake is a hidden treasure for a day escape from Louisville to the BEACH! One thing that I am afraid of when it comes to the actual beach is the waves and […]
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Nashville, Indiana is the county seat of Brown County in Indiana. It’s an amazing town about 1.5 hours north of Louisville. Have a ton of small business shops, restaurants, an amazing wildlife sanctuary, a great state park, and lots of family fun. We headed up to explore things to do with kids in Nashville Indiana. We have heard people talk […]
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We decided to take a short trip to Knoxville with kids. Knoxville is only three and a half hours from Louisville, so it seemed like an easy trip to take for a long weekend. There’s so much to do in Knoxville. A trip to Knoxville with kids is packed with fun! I had no idea there was a World’s Fair […]
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Drive-Thru Safari near Louisville at Wilstem Wildlife Park Have a unique day at Wilstem on their new drive-thru animal adventure. Wilstem is great for animal encounters. Our writers have been there and loved interacting with giraffes and elephants. Wilstem is now offering drive-thru safari near Louisville because during this unique time, they have decided to innovate their offerings. Families love […]
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Harmony Tree Resorts in Nashville, Indiana My daughter and I recently took a girls trip to Nashville, Indiana. Our goal was to go horseback riding in Brown County State Park, shop in the art stores, specialty shops, and boutiques, and eat in the delicious restaurants. When looking for a place to sleep, we came across Harmony Tree Resorts.Harmony Tree Resort […]
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We spent the better part of the day on Elizabethtown, Kentucky- about an hour drive south of Louisville. A brand new playground opened, we went to a giant, nearby park, and we ate some delicious food on our day trip to Elizabethtown. Enjoy a day trip to Elizabethtown! We know that our readers love day trips. This one is really […]
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Getaway to Opryland with Teens! We have been to Opryland a few times, but as our kids get older I wonder what they will find fun as they grow up. When visiting Gaylord Opryland with teens, it’s good to plan ahead and know what special events they have going on as well as the standard resort amenities Opryland offers year-round. […]
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Take a step back in time and stay at overnight in a covered wagon This unique family getaway is nearby at Horse Cave KOA in Hart County. With attractions nearby, this might be the perfect option for Louisville families looking to getaway this summer without going too far. Located in Hart County, Horse Cave KOA is near Mammoth Cave National […]
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Blueberry picking near Louisville! Love blueberry picking? If you love blueberries, then a trip to Bryant Blueberries in New Salisbury, IN is a must for the summer! I took my 1 year-old there recently and picked until our hearts’ content – which was only about an hour for my youngest son. It took about an hour to get there from […]
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We visited the new inclusive playground and splash pad designed for children with special needs in New Albany. The Kevin Hammersmith Memorial Park debuted their much awaited inclusive playground and splash pad in May 2022. We are so excited to tell you about a new splashpad in New Albany. This playground and splashpad in New Albany is in Floyd […]
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Carter Caves State Resort Park is about 2 1/2 hours east of Louisville, straight out I-64. There is a lot you can do at this state park, but it is known for it’s caves. The Carter Caves region has the highest concentration of caves in Kentucky. Our most recent activity at Carter Caves was their paddling trip. I HIGHLY recommend […]
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Black Horse Manor offers custom farm tours for families Alpacas, horses, donkeys, and other farm animals will greet you on this farm tour near Louisville. On the edge of Shelby County and available for a farm tour near Louisville, you will find Black Horse Manor. Luckily, someone visit it recently and reached out to us to make the connection. We […]
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