Local events and things to do for families and kids around Louisville, Kentucky
With spring just around the corner, we took a drive about a 40 minute drive southwest of Louisville to hike and visit some historic sites and a 130 foot waterfall. We started off by hiking the Tioga Falls trail. The parking area has 4 picnic tables, but I did not see any restrooms nearby. This hike is about 2 miles […]
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This review is from 2018, prices/times/activities may have changed. My family and I enjoyed a day at Wilstem Ranch near French Lick, Indiana. It’s a great place to check out for any age. We decided to go for a day trip to see the giraffe and elephant encounters (it’s only an hour from the Louisville, KY/New Albany, IN border), and […]
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We were hosted on this trip for purpose of review. Looking for a quick weekend getaway from Louisville with your family? Dublin Ohio offers a variety of activities with a small town charm that sets it apart. Dublin is a suburb of Columbus, Ohio, and it is a town with a lot to offer! It’s perfect for a girls getaway, […]
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Family Fun itinerary for Huntsville, Alabama. A great getaway for Louisville families. There are many things to do in Huntsville with kids! We took a trip from Louisville to Huntsville, Alabama to see what kind of family fun we could have on this three-day getaway. Many Louisville residents like to take road trips to Nashville, Tennessee for a long weekend, but […]
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Looking for a fall Weekend getaway? Here are some places that are great for families – kids and parents will love these adventures and not have to travel too far! I recently polled the Louisville Family Fun writers looking for their favorite quick fall weekend getaway. Fall is a gorgeous time of year around Kentuckiana to explore and before kids’ […]
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Myrtle Beach is a popular destination for Louisville families. If you are looking for a totally unique experience during your trip, check out Myrtle Beach Safari. We were granted admission for purpose of review. Myrtle Beach Safari is a totally different take on the “traditional” zoo. This unique place allows for people to interact and learn about animals through an […]
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Looking for day trips from Louisville? Duke Energy Children’s Museum is in Cincinnati and makes for an easy single day trip for families with young children. For 2020, check their status of being open before going! There is a lot going on a Union Terminal where the Duke Energy Children’s Museum is located – they are repairing and restoring the […]
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Glamping is exactly what it sounds like: glamorous camping. The next time you want to plan a momventure with your mom friends to get away from it all, check out some of these awesome glamping options within the state of Kentucky. And don’t worry, most of them have running water and showers available. Try glamping because camping just isn’t […]
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The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis has a new exhibit and it’s a huge addition for Louisville families making the trip up to Indianapolis. The Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience is an indoor/outdoor set of exhibits that will get families moving but also showcases history and other aspects of sports. Here are the highlights about what you need to know: […]
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We love highlighting travel information for Louisville families! My family and I took a vacation to Gulf Shores, Alabama last summer. It’s a straight, 10 hour drive down I-65 from Louisville. We stayed right near the border between Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. There were a ton of family friendly things to do, and we loved being on Central Time […]
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Are you interested in visiting the Gateway Arch? So many Louisville families head west on I-64 to St. Louis during school breaks. I have seen many friends post photos online, especially of the City Museum. Did you know there is something really exciting happening in St. Louis this summer? In July 2018, they are opening a brand new free museum […]
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Affordable Family Vacation from Louisville to Lake Barkely State Resort Park Are you starting to think about your family’s spring break trip or a little quick vacay this summer? My family and I ventured down to one of Kentucky State Park’s about two years ago for a family getaway. After researching on their website and gathering visitor’s guides from dozens […]
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