Local events and things to do for families and kids around Louisville, Kentucky
The Louisville Free Public Library is hosting the 11th annual How-To Festival at the Main Branch of the library on May 11 from 10 am – 3 pm. The Louisville Free Public Library is busy laying the finishing touches on the 12th annual How-To Festival. Taking place on the second Saturday in May, the Library’s How-To Festival has become an annual tradition for thousands of Louisvillians […]
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Hosting a Kentucky Derby party at home? The Kentucky Derby is a time for big plans. You are either heading to a gala, to the track, or if you are like me, spending time with your family and friends. We are always looking for fun things to do to have fun with kids at your Derby party between watching races […]
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Unique Treats, Games, and Music family fun at Kawaii Candy and Karaoke We love exploring new places and this candy and karaoke shop in Louisville is small but mighty! Kawaii Candy and Karaoke near La Grange Road and Factory Lane in East Louisville is a new spot for family fun. It is not a large place, but if is definitely […]
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Dawn at the Downs is an exciting way to get ready for the Kentucky Derby with your family by visiting Churchill Downs in the mornings leading up to Derby Day. There are free and paid options. You can purchase a ticket for the buffet and parking or enter for free at a gate and watch. Dawn at the Downs […]
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The best Kentucky Derby Festival events for families KDF is such an amazing opportunities to get out together and enjoy our city. Sometimes, it can seem like such an undertaking to figure out which events are the best for kids and families. Here are some suggestions of events we know and love! Kentucky Derby Festival events 2025 are getting […]
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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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Not sure what to do with your kids on Spring Break? Have no fear; our Louisville Spring Break Staycation itinerary is here! This is how you make a staycation full of great memories. Here are our ideas for a Louisville Spring Break Staycation! Monday: Outside: Head to the Louisville Zoo to see all the animals, play on the playgrounds, […]
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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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Are you looking for fun things to do on MLK Day with Kids? There are many MLK Day events and ways to celebrate. There are Martin Luther King Jr. Day events in Louisville from commemorative events to fun outings. Here are some MLK Day events and ideas for things to do with kids. You can spend the day working on […]
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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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Want more creative liberty with your gingerbread house? Use Pop-Tarts® and build your own! We had so much fun creating our very own gingerbread houses. No kits required! With very few ingredients, this project was really inexpensive too. We set out to make pop tart gingerbread houses without any experience. I didn’t know what to expect and honestly, thought we […]
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