Louisville Events · July 16–22, 2026
Louisville Things To Do: July 16–22
A $2 million winner-take-all basketball showdown, KEM and Lyfe Jennings on back-to-back nights, Babyface Ray & 42 Dugg, and a full week of programming at the Louisville Pride Center. Here’s everything on the radar from Thursday through Wednesday.
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Thursday · July 16
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Allure Thursday
Presented by Legacy Said So — Allure Thursday kicks the week off right. Dress up, show out, and get the weekend started early. Free entry, tickets and details on Posh.
More Info →West Louisville Tennis Club
Free tennis instruction at Chickasaw Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays through the end of July. Contact Ms. Aretha Fuqua at 551-8820.
More info →Rainbow Craft Night
Free weekly craft night for LGBTQIA+ folks 18 and up, hosted by Ember. @rainbowcraftnight.
More info →Pride Night
Pride Night at Derby City Gaming, with sounds by DJ Syimone at the Fascinator Wine Bar.
More info →Atlantis Album Release Party
Album release show with AHC, Dreamie Daze, Tayzzy (LGBTQ+ friendly), and DJ Ayomi. Presented by Penny Margaux.
More info →Yoga with Jocelyn @ Big Four Bridge
Free outdoor yoga on the Jeffersonville side of the Big Four Bridge. All levels, bring your mat.
More info →Luxe Thursdays
Monthly LGBTQ+ night at the Reserve, sounds by DJ Redbone. First 10 in the door get a free drink ticket.
More info →Baila Conmigo: Salsa Night + Karaoke
Salsa lessons with Jaime C. & Sabrina Sorelle, sounds by DJ MP, plus patio karaoke with DJ Seizure. RSVP: 502-716-1120.
More info →The Organic Pop Up
Recurring Thursday night at Atomic with DJ Z-Nyce, DJ Hondo, and DJ KSIVZ.
More info →Thursday Vibes
Drink specials, food, and hookah-friendly seating every Thursday at the Reserve.
More info →Louisville Burger Week
$8 burger specials at spots around town, including Drake’s St. Matthews. Last few days to work through the list.
More info →Dubs & Ales: A Social Game Night Experience
Dominoes, cards, and board games with a full bar. Proceeds benefit KIMID (Kentucky Institute for Music Industry Development).
More info →🌿 Farmers Market
Gray Street Farmers Market
Friday · July 17
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The Cancer Bash
Presented by Zo & Shine and hosted by Ctez, with vibes from The Splash Bros and sets from DJ Lil Jerry and DJ Ace. This is the Friday night pick if you want the room packed and the DJs deep.
More info →Free Your Mind Fridays
Buy one get one free fish until 8 PM, every Friday at the Reserve.
More info →Masters Enterprise Speed Date Bingo Night
Speed dating meets bingo night for the 25–55 crowd downtown.
Get Tickets →Sapphic Social: Summer Games
Beer pong, cornhole, arm wrestling, a drag show, and Poco BBQ & s’mores. DJ Slim Thicc closes it out 11:30 PM–1:30 AM. Raffle proceeds benefit Sweet Evening Breeze.
More info →Saturday · July 18
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An Evening with KEM
One of R&B’s smoothest voices, outdoors at Iroquois. Grab a blanket, bring someone you like, and let KEM handle the rest of the night.
Get Tickets →Sip & Chip: Ladies Golf Clinic & Social
Mimosas and wine included, clubs and equipment provided, all-day range access, prizes.
More info →Charcoochie & Wine: Summer Edition
Brunch by Chef Mesh, presented by Dr. Jane Grant. “Hot Girl Summer” color theme — orange, pink, yellow, or white.
More info →The 90s vs Y2K Bar Crawl
Bar crawl themed around 90s vs Y2K, after-party at Atomic 10 PM–12 AM. Free parking.
Get Tickets →Southern Soul Line Dance Cookout Day Party
Line dancing and cookout vibes across the river.
Get Tickets →🌿 Farmers Market
Eastwood Village Farmers Market
🌿 Farmers Market
South End Community Market
🌿 Farmers Market
Westport Road Baptist Farmers Market
🌿 Farmers Market
Jeffersonville Farmers Market
🌿 Farmers Market
Old Louisville Farmers Market
🌿 Farmers Market
Douglas Loop Farmers Market
🌿 Farmers Market
Beulah Church Farmers Market
🌿 Farmers Market
New Albany Farmers Market
Sunday · July 19
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Babyface Ray & 42 Dugg: 4 The Trenches Tour
Two Detroit heavyweights on one stage in Paristown. If you’re closing out the week with a concert, this is the one.
Get Tickets →Speed Slow Down: Rest + Restore
A slow, restorative session at the Speed. speedmuseum.org.
More info →Afro-American Creativity Exhibition
“Make Lou More Colorful” — a community art exhibition. aaceshow.squarespace.com.
More info →All Together Now Summer Market
A big vendor market with music from Hector, chasetheday, Another Black Xperience, and Jxhnny Boii, plus a long list of local vendors.
More info →The Bay’s Sunday Summer Soirée
Complimentary tequila shots and food, live music and DJ, free parking.
Get Tickets →Summer Time Fine: Cancer Bash
Celebrating DJ Z-Nyce’s 41st birthday with DJ Classiq and DJ Hondo. Bright summer colors dress code.
Get Tickets →Adult Pool Party w/ Councilwoman Tammy Hawkins
Ticketed via QR code, hosted by Bella Rae of B96.5.
More info →Sunday Funday @ MG’s Prime Time Bar and Event Center
Racing simulators, pool tables, charitable gaming, and a shooting simulator.
More info →🌿 Farmers Market
The Farmers Market at The Train Depot
🌿 Farmers Market
Riverside Farmers Market
🌿 Farmers Market
Norton Commons Farmers Market
🌿 Farmers Market
Rock Creek Farmers Market
Monday · July 20
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TBT: La Familia vs. The Ville
Game 2 of the Best-of-3 in The Basketball Tournament — Louisville alumni (The Ville) vs. Kentucky alumni (La Familia), with $2 million winner-take-all on the line. Watch party at The Reserve starts 6:30 PM — wear your Louisville or Kentucky jersey for half off apps and margaritas.
More info →Mindful Mondays: Sound Bath Meditation
A midday reset — free sound bath meditation in the park.
More info →Buti Yoga of Louisville
High-energy yoga meets dance and conditioning. butiyogalouisville.setmore.com.
More info →TBT Watch Party
Wear Louisville or Kentucky colors for half off apps and margaritas while you watch Game 2.
More info →Tuesday · July 21
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Louisville Bats Homestand Opener vs. Toledo Mud Hens
The Bats open a six-game homestand against the Toledo Mud Hens.
More info →Pink Door Pinball Club
Sapphic pinball club — femme & non-binary league, presented by @derbycitybadcats. Weekly noodle specials with Chef Connie from Poco. All skill levels welcome.
More info →West Louisville Tennis Club
Free tennis instruction, Tuesdays and Thursdays through the end of July.
More info →🌿 Farmers Market
Phoenix Hill/NuLu Farmers Market
Wednesday · July 22
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Waterfront Wednesday
The free summer Wednesday tradition keeps rolling at the waterfront. Check WFPK 91.9 for this week’s lineup, bring a lawn chair, and settle in.
More info →Uncorked & Unwind Wednesdays
Wine specials all night, signature cocktails, full kitchen. Elevated dress code enforced.
More info →Hotmess Bowling
Presented by Louisville Hotmess Sports. Season started July 1 — teams of 5.
More info →🌿 Farmers Market
Gray Street Farmers Market
Louisville Nightlife
Your weekly spots — open late, no calendar required.
Tribe Louisville
LGBTQ+ friendly · Thu–Sat
430 S 3rd St
430 S 3rd St
The Reserve Lounge
Nightly specials
1578 Bardstown Rd
1578 Bardstown Rd
Midnight Club
Thu salsa + karaoke
651 S 4th St
651 S 4th St
Lakeside Lounge
Weekend nights
10000 Linn Station Rd
10000 Linn Station Rd
Joe’s Palm Room
Classic Louisville spot
1821 W Jefferson St
1821 W Jefferson St
The Grüv
434 W Market St
Club Cedar
416 S 26th St
Double Deuces
2529 W Broadway
Atomic Sound Club & Gameyard
Back open
1125 Bardstown Rd
1125 Bardstown Rd
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