Community Calendar

Celebrating the 5th anniversary, join LexPhil and Josephine Sculpture Park for Symphonic Stroll—an evening of immersive music, art, and nature!

LexPhil and JSP are excited to present this inclusive, all-ages experience once again following our sold-out event last year. In addition to LexPhil musicians paired with sculptures throughout the park, Saykaly Garbulinska Composer-in-Residence Brittany J. Green will present a newly created sound installation. Choose between two entry times, 4PM or 5PM, and explore at your own pace until 8PM, featuring live music, interactive activities, and local food trucks!

Tickets and more at lexphil.org/symphonic-stroll.

High-energy bluegrass, country, and rockabilly to the heart of central Kentucky, creating an unforgettable soundtrack to an action-packed weekend.

Held alongside the Wildman Triathlon and the USAT National Long Course Championship, this festival adds a vibrant new dimension to a weekend already packed with adrenaline and competition. Thousands of athletes, spectators, and music lovers from across the country will gather to enjoy live performances, local restaurants, artists, and vendors, showcasing the very best of Kentucky culture. Whether you’re crossing the finish line, dancing by the stage, or exploring local flavors and crafts, Wildfolk promises an incredible experience for all ages.

Saturday 9/20 — 5:00 – 11:00

Killin’ Time Band

Louisville Bluegrass Band

Hillbilly Casino

DeeOhGee

Sunday 9/21 — 10:00 – 2:00

Baylee Morgan & David Austin

Coaltown Dixie

September 12-14 / 19-21 / 26-28, 2025
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

Widely considered a masterpiece, this timeless classic challenges American ideas of power, intolerance, and justice. In the Puritan community of Salem, Massachusetts, a servant girl accuses a farmer’s wife of witchcraft. One accusation spirals into many, uncovering a web of bigotry and deceit that changes their lives forever. Among the most produced plays since its 1953 debut, THE CRUCIBLE is both a gripping historical drama and an evergreen parable of contemporary society.

TICKETS: https://woodfordtheatre.ludus.com/index.php?sections=events

September 12-14 / 19-21 / 26-28, 2025
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

Widely considered a masterpiece, this timeless classic challenges American ideas of power, intolerance, and justice. In the Puritan community of Salem, Massachusetts, a servant girl accuses a farmer’s wife of witchcraft. One accusation spirals into many, uncovering a web of bigotry and deceit that changes their lives forever. Among the most produced plays since its 1953 debut, THE CRUCIBLE is both a gripping historical drama and an evergreen parable of contemporary society.

TICKETS: https://woodfordtheatre.ludus.com/index.php?sections=events

Sun Day is free event that is part of a global day of action on September 21st, 2025, celebrating the unstoppable rise of clean energy. On Sun Day, we’re celebrating the power of clean energy from the sun. We're showing the world that clean energy works and are encouraging the expansion of solar energy across the commonwealth.Do you have questions about adding solar to your home or business? Do you wonder about storage batteries to add resilience to your home? Do you have questions about electric vehicles? We can walk you through actual installations to help answer your questions with information and workshops. Activities include tours of the Extension Office's solar PV and battery back-up system, a solar-powered campervan, solar-powered portable refrigeration trailer, as well as electric vehicles will be on display. We'll have podcasters from Progress Kentucky on hand who will be broadcasting through the power of the sun!

Register for free at kyconservation.org/sunday

Hosted by: Progress Kentucky, Kentucky Conservation Committee, and Kentucky Solar Energy Society/Solar Kentucky

Sprout Mobile Farmacy Market is bringing fresh, Kentucky-grown produce to Gatton Park in partnership with Black Soil KY (@BlackSoilKY)! Partnering with local farmers, Sprout makes it easy for everyone, including food- and transportation-insecure residents, to access seasonal produce and farm goods. You can find this market along the Basset Path of Service.

Cash and card accepted.

Tuesdays; September 23 – October 28 | 6PM | Spendthrift Farm Great Lawn
Ready to break a sweat, build strength, and connect with others—no gym required? Join our free weekly fitness class, led by Gym Blue, and train alongside a motivated community all working toward becoming their best selves.

Sprout Mobile Farmacy Market is bringing fresh, Kentucky-grown produce to Gatton Park in partnership with Black Soil KY (@BlackSoilKY)! Partnering with local farmers, Sprout makes it easy for everyone, including food- and transportation-insecure residents, to access seasonal produce and farm goods. You can find this market along the Basset Path of Service.

Cash and card accepted.

Meet women leaders who move you, connect with community, and leave inspired!

Featured speaker:
Dr. Rosemary Allen, President
Georgetown College

In 2022, Dr. Rosemary Allen became the first woman to serve as president of Georgetown College in its 196-year history. The signature accomplishment of her presidency is the successful $28.5 million fundraising campaign, which allowed the college to pay off its long-term debt. During her tenure as a professor, her dedication to teaching earned her top awards for teaching excellence, implementation of technology, and student mentorship.

Registration ends: Wednesday, Sept. 23, 12:00 p.m. EDT

Sprout Mobile Farmacy Market is bringing fresh, Kentucky-grown produce to Gatton Park in partnership with Black Soil KY (@BlackSoilKY)! Partnering with local farmers, Sprout makes it easy for everyone, including food- and transportation-insecure residents, to access seasonal produce and farm goods. You can find this market along the Basset Path of Service.

Cash and card accepted.

Sprout Mobile Farmacy Market is bringing fresh, Kentucky-grown produce to Gatton Park in partnership with Black Soil KY (@BlackSoilKY)! Partnering with local farmers, Sprout makes it easy for everyone, including food- and transportation-insecure residents, to access seasonal produce and farm goods. You can find this market along the Basset Path of Service.

Cash and card accepted.

September 12-14 / 19-21 / 26-28, 2025
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

Widely considered a masterpiece, this timeless classic challenges American ideas of power, intolerance, and justice. In the Puritan community of Salem, Massachusetts, a servant girl accuses a farmer’s wife of witchcraft. One accusation spirals into many, uncovering a web of bigotry and deceit that changes their lives forever. Among the most produced plays since its 1953 debut, THE CRUCIBLE is both a gripping historical drama and an evergreen parable of contemporary society.

TICKETS: https://woodfordtheatre.ludus.com/index.php?sections=events

Saturdays; September 13 – October 25 | 9AM | Spendthrift Farm Great Lawn
Find your flow outdoors with gentle Hatha yoga. This all-levels weekly class, led by Ashtin, focuses on foundational postures, mindful breathing, and movement to stretch, strengthen, and restore balance. Geared toward all ages and abilities. Please bring your own yoga mats and blocks if you have them.

Sprout Mobile Farmacy Market is bringing fresh, Kentucky-grown produce to Gatton Park in partnership with Black Soil KY (@BlackSoilKY)! Partnering with local farmers, Sprout makes it easy for everyone, including food- and transportation-insecure residents, to access seasonal produce and farm goods. You can find this market along the Basset Path of Service.

Cash and card accepted.

Sprout Mobile Farmacy Market is bringing fresh, Kentucky-grown produce to Gatton Park in partnership with Black Soil KY (@BlackSoilKY)! Partnering with local farmers, Sprout makes it easy for everyone, including food- and transportation-insecure residents, to access seasonal produce and farm goods. You can find this market along the Basset Path of Service.

Cash and card accepted.

Saturdays; September 20 – October 25 | 10AM-12PM | Recreation Lawn
Guided workshops spark curiosity with hands-on STEAM activities for youth and families. Enjoy free science, nature, and STEAM programs featuring interactive learning, environmental education, nature-rich exploration, craft activities, and community stewardship.

September 12-14 / 19-21 / 26-28, 2025
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

Widely considered a masterpiece, this timeless classic challenges American ideas of power, intolerance, and justice. In the Puritan community of Salem, Massachusetts, a servant girl accuses a farmer’s wife of witchcraft. One accusation spirals into many, uncovering a web of bigotry and deceit that changes their lives forever. Among the most produced plays since its 1953 debut, THE CRUCIBLE is both a gripping historical drama and an evergreen parable of contemporary society.

TICKETS: https://woodfordtheatre.ludus.com/index.php?sections=events

If you want to support first time drag performers, want to do drag for the first time, or just want to support a great non-profit, this is your opportunity!
Join the Imperial Court of Kentucky at The Bar Complex at 8:00 pm on Saturday 27 September for the Julie Vaughn Memorial Closet Ball.

First time drag performers (never accepted tips or payment for performing in drag before) will be paired with a local drag performer and have an hour to get in drag. Then they’ll compete in a pageant to be Closet Ball winner 2025. If this interests you and you would like an application, contact one of the Monarchs: Their Most Imperial Majesty, Emprex XLIV Marilyn Monáe or Her Most Imperial Majesty, Empress XLIV, Kasi Nova.

No cover before 9:00 pm and net proceeds to benefit the charities of the Imperial Court of Kentucky.

Sprout Mobile Farmacy Market is bringing fresh, Kentucky-grown produce to Gatton Park in partnership with Black Soil KY (@BlackSoilKY)! Partnering with local farmers, Sprout makes it easy for everyone, including food- and transportation-insecure residents, to access seasonal produce and farm goods. You can find this market along the Basset Path of Service.

Cash and card accepted.

Make plans to attend the 2025 Southland Street Fair on Sunday September 28!
This year's event features over 100 food, drink, and craft vendors in the heart of Lexington's iconic Southland Drive!

Live music by Laid Back Country Picker - Driftwood Gypsy - March Madness Marching Band - Carla Gover - Waffle Therrod - University of Kentucky School of Music Low Brass Ensemble - plus a kids area with inflatables and more!

September 12-14 / 19-21 / 26-28, 2025
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

Widely considered a masterpiece, this timeless classic challenges American ideas of power, intolerance, and justice. In the Puritan community of Salem, Massachusetts, a servant girl accuses a farmer’s wife of witchcraft. One accusation spirals into many, uncovering a web of bigotry and deceit that changes their lives forever. Among the most produced plays since its 1953 debut, THE CRUCIBLE is both a gripping historical drama and an evergreen parable of contemporary society.

TICKETS: https://woodfordtheatre.ludus.com/index.php?sections=events

Sunday, September 28:

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Hands-On Crafts & Activities
Learn how Lexington’s development is connected to Town Branch creek, and then craft fun, “living and breathing” creek friends to take home. Participants will make waterproof fish with interactive “breathing” components out of paper, tape, and balloons.

2:00 – 6:00 PM – Art on the Town Carts

Meet and shop with Art on the Town artists, craftspeople, and authors selling and showcasing original, handmade items for sale including paintings, drawings, books, jewelry, photography, and more. Art on the Town Carts is a program sponsored by the City of Lexington.

3:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Gatton Bark
Bring your pup and join us for Gatton Bark, a social for dog owners and their four-legged friends! Shop local favorites like Hound and Horse Bakery, serving up fun themed cookies and treats, and Mister Moose & Co., known for their stylish slip-on bandanas. It’s the paw-fect mix of community, treats, and trendy accessories—all in the heart of the park.

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Live Music: Regina Mickens
Somewhere between the smoky ease of Norah Jones and the textured storytelling of Brandi Carlile, Micki blends soft rock, adult contemporary, and singer-songwriter roots into music that feels like home — but still stirs something brand new.

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Guided Tour: History of Town Branch with Tom Eblen
Discover the hidden stories of Town Branch on this guided walking tour with local historian Tom Eblen. Learn about the creek’s critical role over the 250 years of Lexington’s history, from its early settlements and industrial past to its transformation into a cherished community space. Along the way, enjoy the natural beauty of the park while gaining fascinating insights into the people, places, and events that shaped this historic waterway. Tour begins at the Gatton Park tent located on the Recreation Lawn.
Led by Tom Eblen, who has written extensively about Lexington history. A retired Lexington Herald-Leader managing editor and columnist, Tom is a member of the Kentucky Journalism Hall of Fame.

Join us for a fun, casual happy hour with a camp-inspired twist!

Guests will enjoy:
🥃 Bourbon tasting led by bourbon expert
🍷 Wine tasting with a Cibon wine expert
🍸 A cocktail + mocktail mixology station
🔥 Sweet and savory s’mores
🥨 Other light bites
🎉 Adult-themed camp fun and games
Plus, enjoy optional add-ons:
👒 Custom hat bar
💍 Jewelry bar

It’s the perfect way to unwind, connect, and support Camp Horsin’ Around!

Sprout Mobile Farmacy Market is bringing fresh, Kentucky-grown produce to Gatton Park in partnership with Black Soil KY (@BlackSoilKY)! Partnering with local farmers, Sprout makes it easy for everyone, including food- and transportation-insecure residents, to access seasonal produce and farm goods. You can find this market along the Basset Path of Service.

Cash and card accepted.

Sprout Mobile Farmacy Market is bringing fresh, Kentucky-grown produce to Gatton Park in partnership with Black Soil KY (@BlackSoilKY)! Partnering with local farmers, Sprout makes it easy for everyone, including food- and transportation-insecure residents, to access seasonal produce and farm goods. You can find this market along the Basset Path of Service.

Cash and card accepted.