Louisville Events Guide
JUNE
4–10
2026
Pride Weekend takeover, Big K.R.I.T. in concert, Ali Fest, slow jams, block parties, and a whole lot more. Louisville does not miss.
Tonight’s Pick
Big K.R.I.T. — World Is a Parking Lot Tour
Headliners Music Hall · w/ Scotty ATL
One of the most consistent MCs in the game brings his tour to Headliners. K.R.I.T. has been doing it for over a decade and the live show does not disappoint. Scotty ATL opens. Grab your tickets before this sells out.
6–10pm
After Work Kickback
Garage Bar · 700 E Market St
Cocktails by Sherri Jenkins, sounds by Ayomi & Dom Haley. Themed “Rooted in Freedom Bold in Pride.” Perfect pre-game before K.R.I.T.
9pm–Late
Shively Night Live
The Whirling Tiger
Presented by Shively Boyz. Live performances, free cover, 21+. The neighborhood showing up and showing out.
Doors 8pm · Lesson 8:30pm
Baila Conmigo: Salsa Night + Karaoke
Midnight Club · 651 S 4th St
Salsa lessons by Jaime C. & Sabrina Sorelle, sounds by DJ MP. Patio bar karaoke with DJ Seizure running same night. Free entry, two vibes in one spot.
Doors 6:30pm · Show 8pm
Coltrane & Blanchard: Miles Davis + John Coltrane Centennial
Whiskey Thief Distilling Co.
Ravi Coltrane and Terence Blanchard unite for a rare tribute reimagining two jazz legends. Once-in-a-generation lineup, free valet parking.
9pm · Doors open
The Organic Pop Up @ Atomic
Atomic Sound Club · 1125 Bardstown Rd
DJ Z-Nyce on the ones and twos. 21+ vibes at one of Louisville’s best spots.
7pm · Free
Yoga with Jocelyn @ Big Four Bridge
Big Four Bridge · Jeffersonville, IN
Outdoor yoga on the bridge. Free, bring your mat. One of the most peaceful recurring spots in the metro.
9pm–2am
Behind the Pink Door
The Pearl
Gay friendly Thursday night. Every week, good energy, great crowd.
8pm–2am
Karaoke Thursday @ The Grüv
The Grüv · 434 W Market St
DJ Reggie Regg on the wheels. Every Thursday, no cover drama, just vibes.
Game Night
Louisville Bats vs. Memphis Redbirds
Louisville Slugger Field
Home series continues through Sunday. Great summer night option with the family.
7–10pm (Nightly through Jul 26)
Wild Lights @ Louisville Zoo
Louisville Zoo · Thu–Sun
1,000+ glowing lanterns and immersive light displays. Route closes at 11:30pm. Tickets at louisvillezoo.org.
6–7pm · Free
West Louisville Tennis Club
Chickasaw Park · Tue & Thu through Jul 30
Free tennis for all ages. Contact Ms. Aretha Fuqua at 551-8820.
8pm & 10pm
Behind the Velvet Curtain: Blanc’s Burlesque
Hell or High Water
Two shows in one night. Grab a drink and settle in for the 8pm or catch the late 10pm show.
8–11pm
Open Mic: Ink & Essence
Tribe · 430 S Third St
Open mic night at Tribe. Poets, writers, spoken word — bring your work or come to listen.
Tonight’s Pick
The Slow Jam @ Tribe
Tribe · 430 S Third St
9pm–1am, sounds by DJ Knockout and a special guest DJ. If you’re not trying to be outside at Reggaeton Paradise, come here and let the slow jams hold you down. Perfect Friday energy.
6pm · $10 suggested
Amateur Drag Night
Louisville Pride Center · 1244 S 3rd St
Hosted by Peach E. Kween. First timers, seasoned performers, and everyone in between. Show up and show out.
10pm · $18.92–$30.23
Reggaeton Paradise Louisville
Midnight Club · 651 S 4th St
Old school vs new school reggaeton hits all night. 21+, 6 hours of perreo. Tickets online, no refunds.
10pm · Free
Love Island Watch Parties @ Atomic
Atomic Sound Club · 1125 Bardstown Rd
Every Friday starting Jun 5 through the season. Come watch, react, debate.
7pm · $13
Beginner Afro Grooves with Tris
Crestview Studios · 225 N Clifton Ave Ste 2
Afrobeats movement class for beginners. No experience needed, just energy and a willingness to move.
7–10pm · Free
Line Dancing Fridays @ Platform
Platform · 147 E Main St, New Albany IN
DJ Keyvoko in the mix every Friday. Free entry. Cross the bridge and get your two-step right.
Various times
Sheryl Underwood & Friends
Louisville Comedy Club · 110 W Main St
Two nights only — Jun 5 & 6. Secure your laughs at louisvillecomedy.com.
7–10pm
Wild Lights @ Louisville Zoo
Louisville Zoo
1,000+ lanterns and light displays. Tickets at louisvillezoo.org.
12–5pm · Free
Cowork. Connect. Create.
The Presley Post
Free coworking and coffee. If you need to get some work done before the weekend kicks off, this is your spot.
Saturday’s Spotlight
6th Annual Pride Festival w/ Queer KY
Mile Wide Beer Co. · 636 Barret Ave · 5–11:59pm · FREE
The biggest Pride event of the weekend right here in Louisville. Drag show at 7pm, silent disco at 9pm, free admission. Queer KY has been building this festival into something special — show up and support.
4–7pm · Free
Latinx Pride @ La Casita Center
La Casita Center · 223 E Magnolia Ave
Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride month Latinx style. Food, music, and entertainment. Community celebration before the evening festivities.
4–11pm
Southern Indiana Pride Festival
The Central Green @ Water Tower Square · Clarksville, IN
Cross the bridge for the 2026 Southern Indiana Pride Festival. Good vibes, community, and celebration just across the river.
9pm · $10
The Velvet Motel — 80s Drag Bash
Kaiju
80s themed drag night. Big hair, bigger performances, and all the nostalgia you didn’t know you needed.
7–9pm
Queer Line Dancing
West Sixth Barrel Room
Presented by Bluegrass Ballroom & West Sixth Brewing. Learn the steps, meet the community, have a good time.
Various · Tickets online
Pride Month Kick-Off Party
Play Louisville
Play Louisville kicks off Pride Month with a party. Check their socials for times and ticket details.
12–5pm · Free
Ali Fest Carnival
Muhammad Ali Center · 144 N 6th St
Free carnival celebrating Louisville’s greatest. Family friendly, all ages, right downtown at one of the city’s best museums.
12–4pm · Free
Old School Car Show
Russell Lee Park · 2701 Southern Ave
Southwick & Cotter Homes Day car show. Hosted by DJ Znyce. Free event, come through and see the classics.
2–6pm · TBA address
Birthday Pool Party — Kickn it Wit Aijah
Louisville, KY — Address drops day before
Pastel colors only, BBQ & treat vendor, VIP cabanas available. Bring your Don Julio. Tickets link in @litoncampus bio.
2–6pm · $33.85–$44.52
Sip & Chip: Ladies Golf Clinic
Hit ‘Em Straight Golf Complex · 2232 Schaffner Dr, Shively
Every Saturday — 2 hours of expert coaching for all skill levels, wine included. A whole vibe on the green.
2pm · $58.51
J. Reed Styles Sewing Academy
3046 Bardstown Rd
Hands-on sewing class with pro tips from Jonece Reed. Beginner-friendly and practical.
Noon–Midnight
Strawberry Festival @ Hop Atomica
Hop Atomica
Their first ever Strawberry Festival. Noon to midnight — a full day event. Grab tickets and enjoy the summer vibes.
2pm · Tickets axs.com
Louisville Wine Walk
Fourth Street Live · 411 S 4th St
Sip your way through Louisville’s entertainment district. Wine tastings, live entertainment, VIP upgrades available.
June 6 · All Ages · Venue TBA
Golden: A K-Pop Kids Party
Louisville, KY — Venue TBA
All ages K-Pop party. Tickets at solo.to/thekawaiirave.com. Venue drops closer to the date — follow @thekawaiirave for updates.
8:30am–12:30pm · Free/Donation
South End Community Market
Iroquois Park · 2120 Rundill Rd (near splash pad)
Local farmers, vendors, community vibes. Free to attend, bring cash for the good stuff.
Next date Jun 6 · $75.48
Give it a Whirl Pottery Class
Loopy Dough Studio · 4601 Jennings Ln
1.5 hour wheel-throwing lesson. Get your hands muddy and make something with them. Multiple dates available.
10pm–3am · Ladies free til 11
Shot O’Clock — NBA Finals Party
Lakeside Lounge · 10000 Linn Station Rd
21+, make the shot get a free prize with table service. DM @lakesidelouisville for table reservations.
Various times
Sheryl Underwood & Friends — Night 2
Louisville Comedy Club · 110 W Main St
Last night of Sheryl’s run. Don’t sleep — grab tickets at louisvillecomedy.com.
Game Day
Louisville Bats vs. Memphis Redbirds
Louisville Slugger Field
Home series continues. Perfect day game energy heading into Pride weekend evening plans.
7–10pm
Wild Lights @ Louisville Zoo
Louisville Zoo
Lantern festival runs through July 26. Tickets at louisvillezoo.org.
10am–6pm
Oh Sooooo Cold Pressed Juice & Wellness Fest
Mashup Food Hall
A full day of wellness — cold pressed juice, vendors, and good energy. Perfect daytime option before the evening Pride festivities.
11am–2pm · Free
Republic Bank’s 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Republic Bank Foundation YMCA · 1720 W Broadway
Food vendors from sweets to wings to vegan options, plus craft and community vendors. Free and open to all.
11am–6pm (Sun 11am–5pm)
Butchertown Art Fair
Butchertown
Two-day art fair running Saturday and Sunday. Local artists, original work, great neighborhood energy.
12:30–4pm
The Cello Garden: Summer Cello Workshop
The Presley Post
An afternoon of strings. Whether you play or just want to listen, this is a unique Saturday option.
5pm
Lipstick Wars Poetry Slam
KY Center Bomhard Theater
Poetry slam at one of Louisville’s premier performance venues. Come early and get a good seat.
8pm–1am
Salsa Night @ Hotel Louisville
Hotel Louisville
End your Pride Saturday with salsa. Dancing, good drinks, and a beautiful venue.
Sunday Vibe
Sonic Sermons
Whirling Tiger · 1335 Story Ave · 4–8pm · No Cover · 21+
Presented by Sonic Sirens. Sounds by DJ DNasti, hosted by em.j, jewelry by Meraki Merchant. Free feminine health resources available. This is the type of Sunday gathering Louisville does well — community, music, and good energy all afternoon.
3–7pm · Pay What You Can
Muhammad Ali Day of Compassion
1609 Bardstown Rd · All Ages
Free haircuts, braid styles, 2×2 tattoos, toiletries, mental health therapist on-site, food, and a live DJ. Walk-ins welcome. Call 502-389-2343. One of the most community-centered events of the week.
5pm · $46.59+
Love More RnB
Lakeside Lounge · 10000 Linn Station Rd
Lakeside does Sunday R&B right. Tickets available online for this one.
Free · Every Sunday
Industry Night @ One Fourteen
One Fourteen Whiskey Row · 114 W Main St
Free every Sunday for industry folks and everyone else who shows up.
10pm–1am · $10 cash · 18+
Adult Skate Night @ Robben’s Roost
5906 Six Mile Ln
DJ Chop on the wheels. Cash at door, 18+, every Sunday. A Louisville tradition.
Free
Free Outdoor Yoga @ Paristown
Paristown
Free outdoor yoga every Sunday. Bring your mat, breathe, reset after the weekend.
Game Day
Louisville Bats vs. Memphis Redbirds
Louisville Slugger Field
Last day of the home series vs. Memphis. A Sunday at the ballpark is always a good call.
7–10pm
Wild Lights @ Louisville Zoo
Louisville Zoo
Sunday night at the lantern festival. Tickets at louisvillezoo.org.
11am–5pm
Butchertown Art Fair — Day 2
Butchertown
The art fair continues Sunday. Local artists, original work, good neighborhood energy to close out the weekend.
Weekly
Mic Check Monday @ The Grüv
The Grüv · 434 W Market St
Open mic energy every Monday. Bring your voice, your bars, or just your ears.
Weekly
Industry Night @ The Pearl
The Pearl
Monday industry night. Wind down the weekend with the service industry crowd.
3–9pm · Rain or Shine
Shifty w/ Dom Haley
One Fourteen Whiskey Row · 114 W Main St
Presented by The Local Plug 502. Good music on the patio, rain or shine.
6:30pm · Mondays
Buti Yoga of Louisville
Portal Louisville · 1512 Portland Ave
Power yoga meets cardio and dance. Instructor Chrystal Hawkins brings the energy every week. Booking at butiyogalouisville.setmore.com.
Game Night
Louisville Bats vs. Iowa Cubs
Louisville Slugger Field
New home series starts Monday Jun 9 vs. Iowa Cubs through Jun 14.
11:30am–12:30pm
Mindful Mondays: Sound Bath Meditation
Joe Creason Park
Outdoor sound bath meditation in the park. A solid midday reset to start the week right.
5–9pm
Taco & Tequila Tuesday @ Metztli
Metztli
$2.99 tacos, $2.99 shots, DJ Seizure in the mix. The weekly Tuesday deal that makes sense.
6pm–12am
Phat Tuesdays @ Lakeside Lounge
Lakeside Lounge · 10000 Linn Station Rd
DJ Phats on the sound, drink specials before 9pm, taco Tuesday energy at Lakeside.
Tuesdays Jun 9–23
New Talent Tuesday @ Louisville Comedy Club
Louisville Comedy Club · 110 W Main St
See the next wave of comedians before they’re famous. Running every Tuesday June 9 through June 23.
3–6pm · Free
Phoenix Hill/NuLu Farmers Market
1007 E Jefferson St
Weekly Tuesday market in NuLu. Fresh produce, local vendors, walkable neighborhood energy.
6–7pm · Free · Through Jul 30
West Louisville Tennis Club
Chickasaw Park
Free tennis, all ages, every Tuesday and Thursday through July 30. Call 551-8820.
Game Night
Louisville Bats vs. Iowa Cubs
Louisville Slugger Field
Home series vs. Iowa continues through Jun 14.
May–Aug · Free
Waterfront Wednesday
Louisville Waterfront Park
The Louisville summer classic. Free outdoor music and vibes at the waterfront every Wednesday through August.
8pm–12am
Wine Down Wingsday @ The Grüv
The Grüv · 434 W Market St
$5 glass of wine, half off bottle, $1 wings, DJ Z-Nyce. Secure environment. Every Wednesday.
5–9pm
Wine Down Wednesday @ Xhale
Xhale · 1670 S 17th St
DJ Lil Carl on the mix. Midweek wine and vibes in the West End.
Doors 5pm
Uncorked & Unwind Wednesdays
The Reserve Lounge · 1578 Bardstown Rd
DJ Redbone, smooth R&B/neo soul/grown folks vibes, full kitchen, wine specials all night. Elevated dress code enforced.
11am–2pm · Free
Food Truck Wednesday
Plaza on Fourth · 252 S 4th St
Every Wednesday through October. Multiple food trucks, downtown lunch energy.
10:30am–1:30pm · Free
Gray Street Farmers Market
400 Block E Gray St
Small but solid midweek market. Every Wednesday and Thursday.
Game Night
Louisville Bats vs. Iowa Cubs
Louisville Slugger Field
Iowa Cubs series continues. Check louisvillebats.com for game times.
Louisville Nightlife — Know Your Spots
Your weekly recurring venue guide
Tribe
430 S Third St
Lounge Hours Fri & Sat 9pm–1am
The Grüv
434 W Market St
Mon/Wed/Thu recurring events
Atomic Sound Club
1125 Bardstown Rd
Events most nights
Midnight Club
651 S 4th St
Salsa Thursdays + Weekend events
The Hub
Latin Fridays 10pm–3:30am
$10 · 21+
Lakeside Lounge
10000 Linn Station Rd
Events throughout the week
Cedars
Check socials
for weekly events
Joe’s Palm Room
1821 W Jefferson St
Check for upcoming events
