Local events and things to do for families and kids around Louisville, Kentucky
Recently, I had a rare opportunity to have a girl’s night out with both of my sisters and we headed to Lexington to attend a concert at Rupp Arena. We arrived early so that we could find a good parking spot and find a local and unique place to have dinner together before the concert. We walked along the streets/downtown […]
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The Great Steamboat Race has always been one of my favorite events of the Kentucky Derby Festival. So when I had the opportunity to participate this year as a member of media riding on the Belle of Cincinnati, I happily bought tickets for the rest of my family so we could experience the race up close together. We boarded the […]
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I’ve been a customer of Chelle Belle’s Creations for a while (back when she was just selling her products in various boutiques around town). I was super excited when I heard that her store was moving to a new location and having an Open House! Formally located in Middletown next to Sew Cute by Katie, Chelle Belle’s has moved to 2942 […]
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My niece recently moved to Columbus, IN, so when we went to visit her, we decided to check out KidsCommons. For 2 kids and 1 adult the price was only $21.00. My boys rushed through the first floor, eager to see everything as fast as they could, but finally stuck with the ExploraHouse for the longest period of time. The […]
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We recently checked out the open swim time at All About Kids at the Louisville/Blankenbaker location. The check-in process was very smooth. The website suggests arriving 10-15 minutes early if possible to allow for lines at check-in and to maximize your time in the pool. Your child also must have an updated waiver on file with AAK; there is a […]
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Some of our local theaters offer some super bargains on certain days. Check out which ones and have a day at the movies for less. Carmike Stonybrook 20 + Imax 2745 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy Louisville, KY 40220 502-499-6658 Stonybrook Theaters offer the Super Bargain Matinee. If you see a movie that starts between 4:00pm – 5:30pm prices are $5.00. […]
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We’re continuing our “Happy Place” feature. Different activities and places around town that just make your family HAPPY, written by the LouFamFun team. LouFamFun writers: Tell me your favorite local place for a date. Stephanie ~ Frankfort Ave – Coffee at Vint, off to Bourbon’s Bistro and finish with dessert at Comfy Cow. Nicolle ~ My husband and I love Captain’s […]
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In the state of Kentucky, homeschools are considered private schools. Many of the area’s attractions offer the homeschool community discounted programs and admissions like they do for private and public school students. Some businesses and attractions even offer special programs specifically for the homeschool community, adding enriching activities for students outside of the home classroom. Art Programs Whet Your Palette […]
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We gratefully accepted the opportunity given to us by Comfort Suites to stay at one of their newly-renovated hotels and chose Nashville, TN for a three-day weekend. Given we traveling in January, I went right to Nashville Fun for Families for ideas. Local bloggers always know what’s best! Here is a little bit about what we did so you can […]
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Top Ten Family Date Ideas If you’re like me you can almost never find a babysitter. That means date night turns into family date night (or a day date!), so you’d better find something that will be fun for the whole family. Movies and board games at home are great, but sometimes you need to dial up the fun […]
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Artsy: Paint -n- Party Spot 5 Art Center Paint Spot The Blended Canvas in Jeffersontown-just opened, review to come! Get involved with Louisville Visual Arts Association Take some art classes at Preston Arts Center Whet Your Palette Uptown Art Shakespeare festivals Walden Theatre Louisville Leopard Percussionists Active: Renaissance Fun Park Bluegrass Indoor Karting SkyZone Louisville Lazer Blaze Girls on […]
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This post is sponsored by So, several years back, I met this little dynamo named Shane. She’s a big mouth – ask her, she’ll concur, proudly. Said big mouth handles social media for many local businesses and does a darn good job with it. She does such a good job that she made me crave a caffeine-free beverage with her […]
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