June 2023
MOVIES: Summer Classics, Fiddler on the Roof, Kentucky Theatre
On Wednesday June 14, 2023 the Summer Movie Classics Series will show Fiddler on the Roof at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. For decades, Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre has screened classic films every Wednesday (matinee and evening) from late May until early September. Classics are, of course, in the eye of the beholder, and can range from Hitchcock and Huston, to Hughes and Woo. The variety has always added to the ongoing popularity of the series…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Paul Childers
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. Paul Childers is scheduled for Thursday June 15, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's Ace…
Find out more »MOVIES: Police Story, Kentucky Theatre
On Friday June 16, 2023 the Freaky Friday Series will show Police Story (the Jackie Chan version) at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre launched the Freaky Friday "so bad it's good" cult series in 2023. The series includes special discounted tickets, once a month, on Fridays at 10 pm.
Find out more »Maserati Mingle, The Summit
The Maserati Mingle is a preview show for July’s Keeneland Concours d’Elegance. Enjoy an evening of over 40 hand-picked rare, exotic, classic & collectible vehicles on display. Food and drink will be available from local businesses at the Summit. There will be new Maseratis on display. All proceeds benefit UK Healthcare Kentucky Children’s Hospital, 5 pm to 9 pm, The Summit.
Find out more »Big Band/Jazz: Brett Evans Trombone Jazz Ensemble
Lexington's 2023 Big Band/Jazz summer series begins at Moondance Amphitheater with concerts every Tuesday from May 16 – June 27, 2023 at Moondance Amphitheater, before moving to Ecton Park for the remainder of the series, Tuesdays, July 11 – Aug. 15, 2023. Shows are 7 pm to 8:30 pm. On Tuesday June 20, 2023 Lexington’s Big Band/ Jazz series will feature the Brett Evans Trombone Jazz Ensemble at Moondance.
Find out more »MOVIES: Summer Classics, Empire Strikes Back, Kentucky Theatre
On Wednesday June 21, 2023 the Summer Movie Classics Series will show The Empire Strikes Back at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. For decades, Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre has screened classic films every Wednesday (matinee and evening) from late May until early September. Classics are, of course, in the eye of the beholder, and can range from Hitchcock and Huston, to Hughes and Woo. The variety has always added to the ongoing popularity of the series…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Johnson Brothers
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. The Johnson Brothers are scheduled for Thursday June 22, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's…
Find out more »Big Band/Jazz: Lexington Summer Concert Band
Lexington's 2023 Big Band/Jazz summer series begins at Moondance Amphitheater with concerts every Tuesday from May 16 – June 27, 2023 at Moondance Amphitheater, before moving to Ecton Park for the remainder of the series, Tuesdays, July 11 – Aug. 15, 2023. Shows are 7 pm to 8:30 pm. On Tuesday June 27, 2023 Lexington’s Big Band/ Jazz series will feature the Lexington Summer Concert at Moondance.
Find out more »MOVIES: Summer Classics, His Girl Friday, Kentucky Theatre
On Wednesday June 28, 2023 the Summer Movie Classics Series will show His Girl Friday at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. For decades, Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre has screened classic films every Wednesday (matinee and evening) from late May until early September. Classics are, of course, in the eye of the beholder, and can range from Hitchcock and Huston, to Hughes and Woo. The variety has always added to the ongoing popularity of the series with…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Vanguard
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. Vanguard is scheduled for Thursday June 29, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's Ace Magazine,…
Find out more »July 2023
MOVIES: Summer Classics, Rebel without a Cause, Kentucky Theatre
On Wednesday July 5, 2023 the Summer Movie Classics Series will show Rebel Without a Cause at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. For decades, Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre has screened classic films every Wednesday (matinee and evening) from late May until early September. Classics are, of course, in the eye of the beholder, and can range from Hitchcock and Huston, to Hughes and Woo. The variety has always added to the ongoing popularity of the series…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Lauren Mink Band
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. Lauren Mink Band is scheduled for Thursday July 6, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's…
Find out more »MOVIES: Summer Classics, Jaws, Kentucky Theatre
On Wednesday July 12, 2023 the Summer Movie Classics Series will show Jaws at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. For decades, Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre has screened classic films every Wednesday (matinee and evening) from late May until early September. Classics are, of course, in the eye of the beholder, and can range from Hitchcock and Huston, to Hughes and Woo. The variety has always added to the ongoing popularity of the series with Lexington movie…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: the BANDj Experience
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. The BANDj Experience is scheduled for Thursday July 13, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's…
Find out more »Keeneland Concours Gala
Keeneland Concours d'Elegance 20th Anniversary Emerald Celebration. Proceeds benefit UK HealthCare Kentucky Children’s Hospital. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, live music, silent auction and a few special surprises at this historic property. The Club at Spindletop Hall 3414 Ironworks Pike
Find out more »Keeneland Concours d’Elegance
Don't miss the 20th Anniversary Keeneland Concours on the grounds of historic Keeneland Race Course. Proceeds from all events benefit UK Kentucky Children's Hospital. For information or tickets, visit KeenelandConcours.com.
Find out more »MOVIES: Summer Classics, Maltese Falcon, Kentucky Theatre
On Wednesday July 19, 2023 the Summer Movie Classics Series will show The Maltese Falcon at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. For decades, Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre has screened classic films every Wednesday (matinee and evening) from late May until early September. Classics are, of course, in the eye of the beholder, and can range from Hitchcock and Huston, to Hughes and Woo. The variety has always added to the ongoing popularity of the series with…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Kimberly Carter
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. Kimberly Carter and Carryin On is scheduled for Thursday July 20, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition…
Find out more »MOVIES: Tetsuo the Iron Man, Kentucky Theatre
On Friday July 21, 2023 the Freaky Friday Series will show Shinya Tsukamoto's Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989) at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre launched the Freaky Friday cult classics series in 2023. The series includes special discounted tickets, once a month, on Fridays at 10 pm.
Find out more »Shop Corman’s: Christmas in July
Looking for Lexington's popular Christmas in July sale? Shop Corman's annual Christmas in July sale (storewide and sitewide), July 24-28, 2023. The Corman Marketplace is Lexington's year-round Christmas store, located at 881 Floyd Drive, Suite 110 in Lexington KY.
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Nightflyer
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. "Nightflyer: the Ultimate Eagles Tribute Band" is scheduled for Thursday July 27, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print…
Find out more »August 2023
MOVIES: Summer Classics, Princess Bride, Kentucky Theatre
On Wednesday Aug 2, 2023 the Summer Movie Classics Series will show The Princess Bride at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. For decades, Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre has screened classic films every Wednesday (matinee and evening) from late May until early September. Classics are, of course, in the eye of the beholder, and can range from Hitchcock and Huston, to Hughes and Woo. The variety has always added to the ongoing popularity of the series with…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: 64West
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. 64West is scheduled for Thursday August 3, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's Ace Magazine,…
Find out more »MOVIES: Summer Classics, Adam’s Rib, Kentucky Theatre
On Wednesday August 9, 2023 the Summer Movie Classics Series will show Adam's Rib at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. For decades, Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre has screened classic films every Wednesday (matinee and evening) from late May until early September. Classics are, of course, in the eye of the beholder, and can range from Hitchcock and Huston, to Hughes and Woo. The variety has always added to the ongoing popularity of the series with Lexington…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Tim Talbert Project
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. Tim Talbert Project is scheduled for Thursday August 10, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's…
Find out more »MOVIES: Summer Classics, Goodfellas, Kentucky Theatre
On Wednesday August 16, 2023 the Summer Movie Classics Series will show Goodfellas at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. #StirTheSauce For decades, Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre has screened classic films every Wednesday (matinee and evening) from late May until early September. Classics are, of course, in the eye of the beholder, and can range from Hitchcock and Huston, to Hughes and Woo. The variety has always added to the ongoing popularity of the series with Lexington…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: The Twiggenburys
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. The Twiggenburys are scheduled for Thursday August 17, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's Ace…
Find out more »MOVIES: Koyaanisqatsi, Kentucky Theatre
On Friday August 18, 2023 the Freaky Friday Series will show Koyaanisqatsi at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre launched the Freaky Friday "so bad it's good" cult series in 2023. The series includes special discounted tickets, once a month, on Fridays at 10 pm.
Find out more »MOVIES: Summer Classics, The Last Picture Show, Kentucky Theatre
On Wednesday August 23, 2023 the Summer Movie Classics Series will show The Last Picture Show at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. For decades, Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre has screened classic films every Wednesday (matinee and evening) from late May until early September. Classics are, of course, in the eye of the beholder, and can range from Hitchcock and Huston, to Hughes and Woo. The variety has always added to the ongoing popularity of the series…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Kenny Owens
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. Kenny Owens & Group Therapy are scheduled for Thursday August 24, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition…
Find out more »MOVIES: Summer Classics, Holy Grail, Kentucky Theatre
On Wednesday August 30, 2023 the Summer Movie Classics Series will show Monty Python and the Holy Grail at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. For decades, Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre has screened classic films every Wednesday (matinee and evening) from late May until early September. Classics are, of course, in the eye of the beholder, and can range from Hitchcock and Huston, to Hughes and Woo. The variety has always added to the ongoing popularity of…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Mercy Men
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. Mercy Men are scheduled for Thursday August 31, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's Ace…
Find out more »September 2023
MOVIES: Summer Classics, The Big Lebowski, Kentucky Theatre
On Wednesday September 6, 2023 the Summer Movie Classics Series will show The Big Lebowski at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. For decades, Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre has screened classic films every Wednesday (matinee and evening) from late May until early September. Classics are, of course, in the eye of the beholder, and can range from Hitchcock and Huston, to Hughes and Woo. The variety has always added to the ongoing popularity of the series with…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Hi5
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. Hi-5 are scheduled for Thursday September 7, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's Ace Magazine,…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Witness Protection
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. Witness Protection is scheduled for Thursday September 14, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's Ace…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Canvas
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. Canvas is scheduled for Thursday September 21, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's Ace Magazine,…
Find out more »Tim Dillon, Lexington Opera House
Comedian Tim Dillon brings his American Royalty tour to the Lexington Opera House on Thursday, September 21st at 7:30 pm. To purchase tickets, click here.
Find out more »MOVIES: House, Kentucky Theatre
On Friday September 22, 2023 the Freaky Friday Series will show Nobuhiko Obayashi's House (1977) at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre launched the Freaky Friday "so bad it's good" cult series in 2023. The series includes special discounted tickets, once a month, on Fridays at 10 pm.
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Rebel Without a Cause
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. Rebel Without a Cause is scheduled for Thursday September 28, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of…
Find out more »October 2023
Thursday Night Live: MojoTones
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. MojoTones are scheduled for Thursday October 5, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's Ace Magazine,…
Find out more »Thursday Night Live: Rags and Riches
The Thursday Night Live 2023 series is at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Downtown Lexington for Spring and Summer Thursdays in 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm for beverages, food, and live music. As always, confirm events and programming with the venue and organizers before planning to attend. Dates and times may change in accordance with weather etc. Rags and Riches are scheduled for Thursday October 12, 2023. To subscribe to digital delivery of the print edition of Lexington's…
Find out more »November 2023
MOVIES: Crank, Kentucky Theatre
On Friday November 17, 2023 the Freaky Friday Series will show Crank at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre launched the Freaky Friday cult classics series in 2023. The series includes special discounted tickets, once a month, on Fridays at 10 pm.
Find out more »December 2023
MOVIES: Un Chien Andalou, Kentucky Theatre
On Friday December 22, 2023 the Freaky Friday Series will show a Triple Feature at the Kentucky Theatre in downtown Lexington on Main Street. The three featured movies are Luis Buñuel's Un Chien Andalou (1929); Maya Deren's Meshes of the Afternoon; and the Quay Brothers' Street of Crocodiles. Lexington's historic Kentucky Theatre launched the Freaky Friday cult classics series in 2023. The series includes special discounted tickets, once a month, on Fridays at 10 pm.
Find out more »March 2024
Jack Givens, Joseph Beth
When Jack "Goose" Givens first walked onto the basketball court at Lexington's Douglass Park for the legendary Dirt Bowl league, it was the beginning of one of the most illustrious sports careers in Kentucky history. After being named 1974's Mr. Basketball for the state of Kentucky as a high school senior, Givens signed with the University of Kentucky and went on to amass a string of achievements that place him among the all-time greats in NCAA college basketball—most notably leading…
Find out more »BALL: UK vs Arkansas, Rupp
UK vs Arkansas Sat Mar 2, 2024 Rupp Arena
Find out more »BALL: UK vs Vanderbilt, Rupp Arena
UK vs Vanderbilt Wednesday Mar 6 2024 Rupp Arena, downtown Lexington KY The game is scheduled for 9 pm EST and is the final home game of UK Men's Basketball's 2023-2024 regular season play.
Find out more »‘Lexington’ with Kim Wickens, Library
Meet author Kim Wickens discussing Lexington: The Extraordinary Life and Turbulent Times of America's Legendary Racehorse. This program is part of Kentucky Legends, a series exploring our state's culture, history, and lore. SATURDAY MARCH 9 2024 2 PM TO 3 PM LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, downtown Farish Theater Click to read the Ace interview with Kim Wickens. This article appeared on pages 10-11 of the October 2023 issue of Ace. To subscribe to digital delivery of Ace’s print edition each month,…
Find out more »St. Patrick’s Festival, downtown
Lexington’s annual St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival promises a day full of music, dancing and fun. The Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade is one of the city’s longest-running civic festivals. The 2024 Festival will be the 42nd time the parade has marched down Main Street. Entries for the parade and festival opened in December and deadlines for applications are approaching. This year’s celebration begins on Saturday March 16, at 10:45 a.m. with the “Blessing of the Keg” at Henry A. Tandy…
Find out more »ART: Lori Lipscomb, Faith Lutheran
"Family of Things" Artist reception featuring Kentucky Artist Lori Lipscomb. Her works include chalk pastels, charcoals, oils, and watercolors. March 17, 2024 3pm-6pm Faith Lutheran Church 1000 Tates Creek Road Lexington KY
Find out more »John McEuen, Lyric Theatre
John McEuen is a founding member of the legendary country/bluegrass act The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band who is headed to Lexington to take part in the Woodsongs Old Time Radio hour series at the Lyric Theatre on Monday, March 18th. With the help of Les Thompson (another founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band) and other talented players the group will be performing songs from Will The Circle Be Unbroken, the platinum selling album originally released by The Nitty…
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