Local events and things to do for families and kids around Louisville, Kentucky
Waterfalls are all over the Louisville area. Hike trails to find beautiful waterfalls for exploring and playing with your kids. There are waterfalls in Louisville and in the areas around us. Explore these with your family for an active local adventure. We love exploring waterfalls around Louisville. This summer, we have made a commitment to hike and find a waterfall […]
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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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Are you looking for places to play pickleball in Louisville, KY? Pickleball has exploded! So many parents in Louisville are looking to learn to play pickleball or they have really gotten into the sport and want to find places to play. Pickleball isn’t just for retirees anymore! The ping-pong/tennis-type sport has grown so popular in the last few years that […]
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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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Charlestown Family Activities park offers a fun outdoor activities for kids and their parents. We had a chance to check out Charlestown Family Activities Park in Charlestown, Indiana. Charlestown Family Activities Park offers two options during the summer: $3 for kids ages 3-5 and $5 for anyone ages 6 and up. It’s free for kiddos ages 2 and younger. […]
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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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A family vacation in Louisville Thinking of coming for vacation in Louisville? Here are some fun things to do with your family. Of course, we have even more ideas all over our website. 10. Belle of Louisville While sightseeing cruises on the Belle of Louisville are not available in the coldest winter months, this is one of my family’s favorite […]
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A replica of the Columbus Ship, Pinta, will be docked in Louisville for learning and exploration. From June 22 to July 4, this amazing replica Columbus ship will be in Louisville on the waterfront. The “Pinta”, a Replica of a Portuguese Caravel used by Columbus and many early explorers will open as a “floating museum” for dockside educational tours. The […]
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Summer Reading Programs around Louisville Help your kids prevent the dreaded “summer slide” by participating in over a dozen free summer reading experiences and other educational fun over the summer months! Remember, any parent or caregiver who reads to a child counts for those younger ones! Summer is almost here and there are local and national programs available for […]
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Walking Wednesdays at Crescent Hill Reservoir in Louisville Walking Wednesday is an opportunity to explore the inside of the stone building at the Crescent Hill Reservoir. Louisville has one of the oldest water treatment companies in the United States. Kentucky’s vast underground limestone aquifers provided easy access to fresh water via wells throughout the state, but they also aided the […]
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