40 Things to Do in Louisville This Weekend November 6 – 8, 2026
Discover the best events and activities happening in Louisville this weekend.
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North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE)
The world's largest all-breed purebred livestock exposition, with nearly 30,000 entries across 10 divisions, runs through the weekend at the Kentucky Exposition Center. Location: Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY 40209 Dates: November 5-19, 2026 Not confirmed Admission: Not confirmed Tickets / admission at venue; see official site Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://www.kyexpofoundation.org/kentucky-venues-signature-events/north-american-international-livestock-competition
Kentucky Veterans Parade and Celebration (Veterans Day Parade 'Operation 250')
The annual Kentucky Veterans Parade returns to NuLu for America 250, with military vehicles including a tank, marching bands, colour guards and a 'Heroes Among Us' recognition unit. Location: NuLu / East Market Street, East Market Street (Campbell to Hancock), Louisville, KY Dates: November 7, 2026 11:00 AM Admission: Free No ticket required; free parking and shuttle from Louisville Slugger Field noted by local media Availability: Free and open to the public Reference: https://www.kyvetparade.com/participate
Louisville Black Chef Showcase, Fourth Annual
Taste dishes from Louisville's Black chefs, caterers and food entrepreneurs and vote for a favourite at this fourth annual showcase in West Louisville. Location: Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center, 3029 West Muhammad Ali Boulevard, Louisville, KY Dates: November 8, 2026 3:00 PM Admission: $71.21 Ticketed via Eventbrite Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://styleblueprint.com/everyday/november-events-louisville/
Punchis! Punchis! Banda Rave Experience
A branded banda rave experience blending live banda brass, tuba and tambora with full electronic production at Mercury Ballroom. Location: Mercury Ballroom, 611 South 4th Street, Louisville, KY 40202 Dates: November 7, 2026 10:00 PM Admission: From $40 Ticketed via Ticketmaster Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://www.ticketmaster.com/punchis-punchis-tickets/artist/4246643
The Golden Thread: The Tie That Binds the Bluegrass
A mainstage celebration of civic leadership and Kentucky identity, combining performances, artisanal food, and conversations among arts and civic leaders. Featured performers include poets, musicians and a contemporary dancer, alongside speakers from community, cultural and public-life organizations. Location: Bomhard Theater, The Kentucky Center, 501 West Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202 Dates: Sunday November 8, 2026 3:00 PM (2 hours) Admission: Not confirmed Tickets via Kentucky Performing Arts; general-admission seating Availability: Tickets on sale (On Sale Now per the official Kentucky Performing Arts page) Reference: https://www.kentuckyperformingarts.org/events/detail/the-golden-thread-26290
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Louisville Orchestra: Recomposed - Vivaldi's Four Seasons
The Louisville Orchestra performs Max Richter's Recomposed take on Vivaldi's Four Seasons at the historic Brown Theatre. Location: Brown Theatre at The Kentucky Center, 315 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202 Dates: November 7, 2026 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Admission: Not confirmed Ticketed via Kentucky Performing Arts Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://allevents.in/louisville/louisville-orchestra-recomposed-vivaldis-four-seasons/2300030488203147
Entertainer of the Year 2026 - FI & MR Final Night Competition
The final night of the SLS Pride Foundation's Entertainer of the Year FI & MR drag competition crowns its 2026 winners at Mellwood Art Center. Location: Mellwood Art Center, 1860 Mellwood Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206 Dates: November 8, 2026 (preliminary nights November 6-7) 7:30 PM Admission: From $55.20 Ticketed via Eventbrite (SLS Pride Foundation) Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ky--louisville/november/
90s Grunge Silent Disco at Butchertown Brewing
Flannel optional, angst encouraged: a one-night 90s grunge-themed silent disco celebrating the Seattle Sound at Butchertown Brewing. Location: Butchertown Brewing (Mellwood Art Center), 1860 Mellwood Avenue, Suite 187, Louisville, KY 40206 Dates: November 6, 2026 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM Admission: $13.26 Ticketed via Eventbrite (Louisville Silent Disco) Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/90s-grunge-silent-disco-at-butchertown-brewing-tickets-2003631494737?dsrp_sid=a8ce63ec-a6ef-4a79-af11-6732d37568e3&aff=ebdssbdestsearch
The Golden Thread: Weaving a Culture of Connection
Kentucky Rural-Urban Exchange and Kentucky Performing Arts present The Golden Thread, 'the tie that binds the Bluegrass,' at The Kentucky Center. Location: Bomhard Theatre, The Kentucky Center, 501 West Main Street, Louisville, KY Dates: November 8, 2026 3:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed Ticketed via Kentucky Performing Arts Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://www.kentuckyperformingarts.org/events
Fatherland at Speed Cinema
Paweł Pawlikowski's Fatherland, about Thomas Mann and his daughter Erika's 1949 road trip across a ruined Germany, screens four times across the weekend at Speed Cinema. Location: Speed Cinema, Speed Art Museum, 2035 South Third Street, Louisville, KY 40208 Dates: November 6-8, 2026 Fri 6:00 PM; Sat 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM; Sun 12:30 PM Admission: $12 ($8 Speed members; free for students with valid ID) Tickets at speedmuseum.org Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://www.speedmuseum.org/events/list/
A Wolf Among Swans - 33rd 'Reel' Latin America(n) Film Festival
The 33rd 'Reel' Latin America(n) Film Festival screens A Wolf Among Swans, the true story of a Rio hip-hop dancer who became a Royal Ballet principal. Location: University of Louisville (Student Activities Center area), 2011 South Brook Street, Louisville, KY Dates: November 6, 2026 12:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed See University of Louisville events calendar Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://events.louisville.edu/
For the LOVE of FALL Community Festival
A community fall festival gathering Louisville neighbours for seasonal celebration on Saturday afternoon. Location: Blitz Suites, 1149 South 7th Street, Louisville, KY 40203 Dates: November 7, 2026 From 3:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed Not confirmed Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://allevents.in/louisville/festivals--november
LAG Holiday Market (Louisville Artisans Guild Fall Fine Art Fair)
The Louisville Artisans Guild's signature November fine art fair and holiday market showcases member artists across a full weekend at Mellwood. Location: Mellwood Art Center, 1860 Mellwood Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206 Dates: November 7-8, 2026 From 10:00 AM Saturday to 4:00 PM Sunday Admission: Not confirmed No ticket information confirmed Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://allevents.in/louisville/lag-holiday-market/200030569153614
Ultimate Wedding Expo at The Olmsted
Meet local wedding professionals, sample catered treats and cakes, and gather design ideas and deals in one Sunday afternoon expo. Location: The Olmsted, 3701 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY 40207 Dates: November 8, 2026 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM Admission: $15 Ticketed; promo code noted on official site Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://ultimateweddingexpo.com/upcoming-shows/the-olmsted/
Work the Metal Holiday Open House
Butchertown Market decks its halls for a holiday open house with pop-ups, permanent jewellery and candle-and-snow-globe making sessions with Moss Hill and The Hat Shoppe. Location: Work the Metal / Butchertown Market, 1201 Story Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206 Dates: November 7, 2026 From 10:00 AM (making-event sessions 10:30 AM-12:00 PM and 12:30-2:00 PM) Admission: Free to browse; candle and snow globe making combo $75 Making-event tickets via Moss Hill; open house walk-in Availability: Tickets available for making sessions Reference: https://mosshill.net/products/holiday-open-house-event-tickets
Scribner Middle Holiday Craft Fair
A holiday craft fair across the river in New Albany, one of the geography rule's named Indiana communities. Location: Nathaniel Scribner Middle School, 910 Old Vincennes Road, New Albany, IN 47150 Dates: November 7, 2026 From 9:00 AM Admission: Free No ticket required per Eventbrite listing Availability: Free and open to the public Reference: https://www.eventbrite.sg/d/ky--louisville/craft-classes/?page=2
Louisville Fall Fashion, Clothing & Small Business Market 2026
A three-day fall fashion, clothing and small business market runs all weekend at Mellwood Art Center. Location: Mellwood Art Center, 1860 Mellwood Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206 Dates: November 6-8, 2026 Not confirmed Admission: Not confirmed Not confirmed Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ky--louisville/fall-festival/
Wagyu, Whiskey, and Wine - Morton's Louisville
A five-course dinner built around Westholme Australian Wagyu, paired with exceptional wines and whiskey cocktails, for one Saturday night. Location: Morton's The Steakhouse, 626 West Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202 Dates: November 7, 2026 6:00 PM (dinner 6:30 PM) Admission: $169 per guest Ticketed via Eventbrite; reservation required Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://allevents.in/louisville/food-drinks
Stakes Room Brunch at Churchill Downs
Sunday brunch in the Stakes Room overlooks Fall Meet racing on Military Appreciation Day at Churchill Downs. Location: Churchill Downs Stakes Room, 700 Central Avenue, Louisville, KY 40208 Dates: November 8, 2026 From 12:00 PM (Chef's Table noon per track listing) Admission: Not confirmed Ticketed dining via Churchill Downs Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://thepressboxlts.com/tickets-now-on-sale-for-churchill-downs-september-november-meets/
Dolly Drag Brunch at Le Moo
A Dolly Parton-themed drag brunch serves buffet favourites and powerhouse performances at Le Moo on Saturday. Location: Le Moo, 2300 Lexington Road, Louisville, KY 40206 Dates: November 7, 2026 10:45 AM seatings (brunch seatings to 3:30 PM) Admission: $31-$50 range per restaurant listing Reservations via Le Moo / OpenTable listing Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://allevents.in/louisville/drag-shows
7th Annual Gallop for the Gift
Gift of Adoption Kentucky's seventh annual gala dinner raises adoption grants over dinner and drinks, keynoted by Miss Kentucky Ariana Rodriguez. Location: The Olmsted, 3701 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY 40207 Dates: November 6, 2026 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM Admission: $125 individual ticket Ticketed via Gift of Adoption Fund Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://giftofadoption.org/kygallop/
Grease Holiday Cast Tour - Louisville Kickoff
Meet original Grease cast members Lorenzo Lamas, Barry Pearl, Michael Tucci, Jamie Donnelly and Ellen Travolta at a holiday sock hop, then a cast dinner and sing-along screening. Location: AMVETS Post 9405 / VFW 1181 (per organizer listing), 5518 Blevins Gap Road, Louisville, KY (Saturday venue per organizer listing) Dates: November 6-7, 2026 Meet & greet 1:00-5:00 PM Friday; Holiday Sock Hop 7:00 PM Friday; cast dinner and sing-along Saturday 6:30 PM Admission: Not confirmed Ticketed via Ticketbud; organizer warns it is expected to sell out early Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: http://ticketbud.com/events/1df2e646-728a-11f1-ab36-42010a71701c
Actors Theatre of Louisville - First Friday Backstage Tour
Go behind the scenes at Actors Theatre of Louisville on its monthly First Friday backstage tour, falling on November 6 this month. Location: Actors Theatre of Louisville, 316 West Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202 Dates: November 6, 2026 10:00 AM Admission: Not confirmed See Actors Theatre event page Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://www.actorstheatre.org/events/backstage-tours
Thoroughbred Workout Tour at Churchill Downs
Watch thoroughbreds train at dawn from the rail at Churchill Downs on this guided morning workout tour, offered Friday and Saturday. Location: Churchill Downs / Kentucky Derby Museum, 700 Central Avenue, Louisville, KY 40208 Dates: November 6-7, 2026 Morning (see Kentucky Derby Museum tour schedule) Admission: Not confirmed Tour booking via Kentucky Derby Museum Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://www.gotolouisville.com/rss/events/
Stained Glass Art - A Hands-On Creative Experience
A hands-on stained glass workshop where participants create their own piece of glass art on Saturday afternoon. Location: Workshop venue on Goldsmith Lane (per Eventbrite listing), 1939 Goldsmith Lane, Suite 216, Louisville, KY Dates: November 7, 2026 3:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed Ticketed via Eventbrite Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://www.eventbrite.sg/d/ky--louisville/craft-classes/?page=2
A Chilling Evening with Dr. Katherine Ramsland: Cracking the Serial Killer Code
Forensic psychologist Dr. Katherine Ramsland discusses cracking the serial killer code in a one-night talk at the Bomhard Theater. Location: Bomhard Theater, The Kentucky Center, 501 West Main Street, Louisville, KY Dates: November 6, 2026 7:30 PM Admission: Not confirmed Ticketed event Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://louisvilledowntown.org/event-search/
Turkey Trails Louisville (5K / 10K / Half Marathon)
A Thanksgiving-themed race morning with Kids Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, 10K and half marathon distances, designer shirts, medals and free photos at Iroquois Park. Location: Iroquois Park, 2120 Rundill Road, Louisville, KY 40214 Dates: November 7, 2026 8:00 AM start Admission: From $17 youth; 5K/10K about $50; half marathon about $83 Registration via RunSignup; registration required Availability: Registration open Reference: https://runsignup.com/Race/KY/Louisville/TurkeyTrailsLouisville?embedId2=MS87JlcL
Throo the Boo Fun Run at the Louisville Zoo
Dash through the Zoo itself along the popular Boo at the Zoo route, past Halloween characters and decorations, at this evening fun run full of treats and no tricks. Location: Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY Dates: November 7, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed Registration via Louisville Zoo Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://louisvillezoo.org/events/list/?tribe-bar-date=2026-11-01
Tour the Louisville Loop - Smart-Guided Bikeway Selfie Cycle Tour
A smart-guided selfie cycle tour along the Louisville Loop bikeway system on Saturday morning. Location: Louisville Loop / Waterfront Park area, Louisville, KY (start point per event listing) Dates: November 7, 2026 9:00 AM Admission: Not confirmed See event listing Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://allevents.in/louisville/waterfront%20park
Empowerment on The River
A health and wellness gathering at Waterfront Park on Saturday at noon, listed among Louisville's health and wellness events. Location: Louisville Waterfront Park, Louisville Waterfront Park, Louisville, KY Dates: November 7, 2026 12:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed See event listing Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://stayhappening.com/louisville--health-wellness
Louisville Water's Fall Open House
Tour the historic Water Tower and WaterWorks Museum, touch a truck and talk to a scientist at Louisville Water's free annual fall open house. Location: Louisville Water Tower, 3005 River Road, Louisville, KY Dates: November 8, 2026 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Admission: Free No registration needed; free admission Availability: Free and open to the public Reference: https://do502.com/events/2026/11/8/louisville-waters-fall-open-house-tickets
Out of the Darkness Walk - Louisville
AFSP's community walk of remembrance, hope and support for suicide prevention fills Waterfront Park's Great Lawn on Saturday morning. Location: Waterfront Park - TurfMutt Great Lawn / North Lawn, 231 East Witherspoon Street, Louisville, KY 40202 Dates: November 7, 2026 Check-in 9:30 AM; walk starts 11:00 AM Admission: Free (fundraising encouraged; $150+ raised earns official walk shirt) Free registration via AFSP DonorDrive Availability: Registration open Reference: https://afspwalks.donordrive.com/Louisville
Frazier250: Saluting Commander Billie Farrell
Ahead of Veterans Day, hear Kentucky native Billie Farrell, the first woman to command USS Constitution, in conversation at the Frazier, tied to its I Too Am a Kentuckian exhibition. Location: Frazier Kentucky History Museum, 829 West Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202 Dates: November 8, 2026 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Admission: $16 or cost of museum admission (free for members) RSVP required; admission includes the program per museum Availability: RSVP / tickets available Reference: https://www.kentuckymonthly.com/events/frazier250-saluting-commander-billie-farrell/
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour at the Speed Art Museum
A drop-in guided tour of collection highlights at the Speed Art Museum on Friday afternoon. Location: Speed Art Museum, 2035 South Third Street, Louisville, KY 40208 Dates: November 6, 2026 1:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed Drop-in; see Speed Art Museum / Do502 listing Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: http://do502.com/venues/the-speed-art-museum
4th Annual Shelby Park Pumpkin Smash!
Bring leftover Halloween pumpkins to smash and compost at the fourth annual Shelby Park Pumpkin Smash on Sunday afternoon. Location: Shelby Park, 1442 South Preston Street, Louisville, KY 40208 Dates: November 8, 2026 From 3:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed Not confirmed Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://allevents.in/louisville/festivals--november
Holiday in the Woods at The Little Loomhouse
An evening of art, shopping and merriment at the historic Little Loomhouse cabins, reached by trolley from DeSales High School. Location: The Little Loomhouse, 328 Kenwood Hill Road, Louisville, KY 40214 Dates: November 7, 2026 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Admission: Free No ticket required; park at DeSales High School, 425 West Kenwood Drive, and ride the event trolley Availability: Free and open to the public Reference: https://louisvillefamilyfun.net/2026/10/free-november-events.html
Arthur & Friends Make a Musical
Derby Dinner's Children's Musical Theatre Series closes its run of Arthur & Friends Make a Musical with a final public performance on Saturday. Location: Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, IN 47129 Dates: November 7, 2026 (children's series public performances October 3-November 7, 2026) Not confirmed Admission: Not confirmed Tickets via Derby Dinner Playhouse Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://www.broadwayworld.com/louisville/regionalshows/THE-CARSON-CENTER
MakerPlace Workshop: Stained Glass Kaleidoscope
Design and assemble a stained-glass kaleidoscope in educator-led MakerPlace workshops, with a take-home project and museum admission included. Location: Kentucky Science Center, 727 West Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202 Dates: November 7-8, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM both days Admission: $20 members / $35 non-members (includes Science Center admission) Ticketed via Kentucky Science Center Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://kysciencecenter.org/programs/makerplace-workshops/
Mini Improv Hanging Quilts inspired by Erin N. Mack: RARE ESSENCE
A hands-on mini improv hanging quilts workshop inspired by Erin N. Mack's RARE ESSENCE at the Speed Art Museum on Saturday morning. Location: Speed Art Museum, 2035 South Third Street, Louisville, KY 40208 Dates: November 7, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Admission: Not confirmed See Speed Art Museum events calendar Availability: Availability not confirmed Reference: https://www.speedmuseum.org/events/summary/
Saturday Storytime with Mallory Johnson
A free Saturday morning storytime with Mallory Johnson at the Frankfort Avenue bookstore address listed for the event. Location: Carmichael's Bookstore (per listing address), 2720 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY 40207 Dates: November 7, 2026 11:00 AM Admission: Free No ticket required Availability: Free and open to the public Reference: https://allevents.in/louisville/storytelling
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