Local events and things to do for families and kids around Louisville, Kentucky
Explore Kentucky at Lake Malone State Park and the Big Twigs! The Big Twigs attraction is a family of wood giants and worth the visit. Visit the Big Twigs at Lake Malone! We recently took a trip down to Lake Malone State Park in Dunmor, Kentucky, just west of Bowling Green. Our goal was to visit the “Big Twigs” attraction […]
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There are so many free things to do with kids in Kentucky! We are lucky to live close to historical sites, many parks, cities with rich culture, and natural sites for outdoor adventures. We know that so many people are looking for free things to do with kids in Kentucky. We have had this post on our KentuckyFamilyFun.net site […]
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This year, the hunt for amazing Christmas lights in Louisville is very popular! We are making it even more fun for families. Make a fun game out of looking for lights with a scavenger hunt! We have been out on our own Louisville Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt looking at lights in neighborhoods and seeing so many more this year. People […]
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This past weekend my kids’ fall break began, so we decided to check out a family-friendly farm we had just learned about in southwest Jefferson County. Pendleton Farms is located off of Dixie Highway in the southern most part of the county. It’s a farmer’s market, garden store, and fruit and vegetable store all rolled into one. It’s on the way to Radcliff and […]
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There are several places in Louisville to play disc golf for active family fun outside Disc golf is inexpensive and easy to play, even if you haven’t done it before If you are looking for a fun family activity that doesn’t cost much and gets you outside and moving then I have an idea for you, Disc Golf in Louisville! […]
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Decorate a free bath bomb with your kids! A simple way to spend some time together and bring home a free bath bomb for a fantastic bath later! Buff City Soap offers free bath bomb decorating! They have a counter ready for anyone who wants to try out their bath bombs and make their own. Buff City Soap has five […]
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Enjoying our outdoor time on beautiful days has led us to hike and explore some amazing spiritual sites nearby Louisville. We have done day trips to three, local, outdoor, spiritual grounds for hiking. I feel like we could have spent an hour or a whole day at each location. Hiking at Abbey of Gethsemani, Mount St. Francis Sanctuary, and Monastery […]
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Earth Day is a time to honor the Earth and say thanks to Mother Nature for all that she gives us. It is a great day to plant a tree, learn what plants are good for your area, take a hike and admire the nature we are surrounded by each day. Earth Day is April 22, every year, and is […]
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Waterfront Park Seeking Input on Phase IV Expansion Plans for PlayWorks A 1.5-acre outdoor experiential learning area planned for Louisville’s Waterfront Park PlayWorks at Waterfront Park Phase IV is a transformative experience for Louisville’s residents & visitors, brought to you through the collaboration and partnership of Waterfront Park and the Kentucky Science Center. A 1.5 acre experience that […]
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Outdoor fun is all the rage in 2020 and we don’t have to tell you why! Let’s take a look at some amazing places to visit with your family that are right here around Louisville. With school looking so different in 2020, we want to highlight some places near Louisville where you can get outside, away from the offices and […]
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Educational Justice strives to end educational inequity by pairing a 5th-8th grade student with a high-achieving high school student for long-term academic mentorship. The goal of Educational Justice is to improve students’ academic performance while providing a meaningful student leadership experience. Students from low- income families perform about 3-6 grade levels below their peers from high-income backgrounds. In our community, […]
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Louisville has some great family bike paths to explore, from paved to dirt. We have even added a few places to rent some bikes. Saddle up and get your bike riding on. Louisville is a great place to explore family bike paths with the whole family. From Waterfront Park to Iroquois Park you will find a path that will work […]
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