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Dogs: Bluegrass Classic Stockdog Trial, Masterson Station
The Bluegrass Classic Stockdog Trial is at Masterson Station May 18-22. "The famous Bluegrass Classic Stockdog Trial will once again be held at Lexington's Masterson Station Park from dawn–dusk, marking 54 years of border collie trials in the Bluegrass. This competition, nearly identical to the one in the popular movie "Babe," is one of the […]
Find out more »Theatre: Studio Players: Out of Order, Carriage House Theatre
Studio Players presents Out of Order by Ray Cooney, directed by Timothy J. Hull on May 12 - 15. Friday, May 20: 8 pm Saturday, May 21: 8 pm Sunday, May 22: 2:30 pm "A Member of Parliament, partially dressed, is caught in a London hotel room with the Prime Minister’s secretary (equally partially dressed). […]
Find out more »Bluegrass Opera: DayTraders, Downtown Arts Center
Bluegrass Opera presents DayTraders at the Downtown Arts Center, May 20 - 22. Friday, May 20: 7:30 pm Saturday, May 21: 7:30 pm Sunday, May 22: 2 pm "DayTraders is a new musical by Lorne Dechtenberg about a handful of investors who spend hours in the same room each day, but who don't get to […]
Find out more »Fest: Moonshiner’s Ball 2016, Berea
The Moonshiner's Ball music/art/food festival is at HomeGrown HideAways in Berea on May 20-22. Musical Acts: Moon Hooch (NYC) The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band (Beanblossom, IN) Darlingside (Cambridge, MA) Joan Shelley w/ Nathan Salsburg (Louisville, KY) Vandaveer (Washington DC / Louisville, KY) Horseshoes & Hand Grenades (Stevens Point, WI) The Ragbirds (Ann Arbor, MI) […]
Find out more »Dance: The Little Mermaid, Lexington Opera House
Kentucky Ballet Theatre presents The Little Mermaid at the Lexington Opera House on May 21 - 22. May 21: 2 pm & 7 pm May 22: 2 pm "A world premiere... KBT will perform this new ballet to the Hans Christian Andersen score next spring. Creative costumes, dramatic sets and a visit to the underwater world […]
Find out more »Art: Francisco’s Farm Arts Festival, Midway University
Francisco's Farm Arts Festival is at Midway University May 21-22. The 2016 Festival will feature over 85 artists from Kentucky and across America. In addition, there will be live music from local groups, activities for the children, featured artist booths and variety of food and beverage options. Admission is free. Parking is $5 per car. Saturday visitor can […]
Find out more »Kitchen Tours of the Bluegrass
Kitchen Tours of the Bluegrass will be on May 21-22. The tours will benefit the Child Development Center of the Bluegrass. The annual self-guided kitchen tour will highlight unique kitchens in Lexington homes.
Find out more »Kentucky Sheep & Fiber Festival, Masterson Station
The 2016 Kentucky Sheep & Fiber Festival is at Masterson Station Park on May 21 - 22. May 21: 9 am - 5 pm May 22: 10 am - 4 pm "The festival exists to bring together the arts and crafts community with the producers of the fibers they utilize.  At the festival, you can literally see […]
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Insomniac’s Dave Attell, Comedy Off Broadway
Dave Attell is at Comedy Off Broadway from Friday, May 20 through Sunday, May 22. Friday, May 20: 7:15 pm and 9:45 pm Saturday, May 21: 7:15 pm and 9:45 pm Sunday, May 22: 7:15 pm "Born in Queens and raised on Long Island, Dave Attell got into stand-up comedy in the late eighties after […]
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Bike Lexington, Courthouse Plaza
Bike Lexington, presented by Pedal Power, starts off at the Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza at 5 am on Saturday, May 21. "Community biking event that promotes bicycling as form of recreation, transportation and exercise, and creates visibility for cycling in Lexington. Features approx. 8 mile bike ride, music, and booths. Free and open to […]
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Horse Capital Marathon and Half-Marathon
The Horse Capital Marathon and Half-Marathon starts at the Fasig-Tipton on Newtown Pike at 7 am on Saturday, May 21. "This race will be staged in Lexington, Kentucky, commonly referred to as the Horse Capital of the World. A portion of proceeds benefit Bluegrass Farms Charities. The marathon will be a quasi-double loop course on […]
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Nature: Founders Day, McConnell Springs
McConnell Springs Founders Day is on May 21 from 10 am - 4 pm. "Join this May to celebrate the birthplace of Lexington at the 22th annual Founder’s Day Celebration.  This event will feature a fun-filled day of activities for the entire family. Patrons can see historic reenactments and exhibits, live musical entertainment, storytellers, contests and […]
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Alltech Craft Brews and Food Fest, Lexington Convention Center
The Third Annual Alltech Craft Brews and Food Fest is back at the Lexington Convention Center from noon - 8 pm on May 21. The Fest will be even bigger this year: 50 breweries and 175 beers will showcase their craft brews. There will also be an expanded food section, including Clawdaddy's, Noodles & Co., […]
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Lit: An Afternoon with Ed McClanahan, Morris Book Shop
An afternoon with Ed McClanahan and special guest Guy Mendes at Morris Book Shop at 4 pm on Saturday, May 21. Ed will read his new unpublished story, "Straw Dog: Snarly Peter on the Ramparts."
Find out more »5:00 pm
Shop: Twilight Market, Woodland Triangle
Twilight Market in the Triangle is at Woodland Triangle (Maxwell, High, and Woodland) on Saturday, May 21 from 5 - 8 pm. "Woodland triangle is lighting up the night on May 21 with outdoor booths of your favorite triangle stores, local artist, games, food, beverages, and craft vendors."
Find out more »7:00 pm
Home and Garden: Gala, Apiary
Art in Bloom Weekend includes Gala at Apiary on 218 Jefferson Street at 7 pm on Saturday, May 21. This year’s Gala honors famous Lexingtonians Jon Carloftis and Dale Fisher, known throughout the Bluegrass and beyond for their fine gardens. The event also supports the UK Art Museum. For ticket information, email anelson@uky.edu.
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