Local events and things to do for families and kids around Louisville, Kentucky
Weekend Picks
Weekend Family Events for Louisville parents! Fun things to do with kids this weekend.
Here, you can find your weekend family fun and weekend events around Louisville!
Spring is here and this page will focus on recommendations for weekend family fun. We encourage you to also explore other pages and post on our websites for festivals, free fun, holiday fun, and more.
Weekend fun around Louisville is here! Especially heading into spring, there are many things to do with your kids inside and outside depending on the weather. We found many fun options for you.
Come out and enjoy the Dozens of Dollars String Band at the Gazebo! This free, outdoor Summer Concert Series starts at 6:30pm. Bring your own blanket or chair and stop by of the great restaurants along the Woodlawn corridor or surrounding Beechmont neighborhood for takeout treats.
Kick off the new season with live music, great food, and family fun at Friday at Floyds! Join them Friday at 5:00pm at Beckley Creek Park, near the PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Pavilion. Musicians Plum Ridge will take the stage at 5:30pm, performing rock and folk favorites from the 1960s through today.
Saturday
Join the Louisville Zoo for Breakfast with the Beasts, where you’ll have the chance to enjoy a morning meal while observing and learning about the fascinating world of Crocs and Gators. Tickets include a hot breakfast, parking and admission for the day at the Zoo. 9-11am
Put your paws in the air because it’s about time for PUPPY PALOOZA 2026 at Westport Village on Saturday 11am-2pm! Join them with your furry friends to meet around 40 dog-friendly vendors + live music, giveaways, photo ops, activities and more – supporting Kentucky Humane Society!
Amid a major Summer of Soccer in the U.S, Louisville City returns to Lynn Family Stadium on Saturday vs. league newcomer Brooklyn FC! Kickoff’s set for 8 p.m. as LouCity celebrates Pride Night — and the belief that soccer is for all.
Sunday
Celebrate Flag Day at Blackacre with a special afternoon of history, heritage, and patriotism. Join them for a unique Historic House Tour featuring members of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) as honored guests. 1:00–4:00pm, Tours begin every 30 minutes
READ! There is always a good book to check out at your local library branch and today would be a great day to spend some time relaxing with a good book with your family!
Extras
Step into an unforgettable nighttime experience at the Louisville Zoo featuring 1,000+ glowing lanterns and immersive light displays at Wild Lights. Perfect for families, date nights, and anyone looking for something truly unique. Thursdays-Sundays, 7-10pm until July 26.
The Main Library and Highlands-Shelby Park Library join South Central Regional with their newly established collection of board games and puzzles now available for checkout! Iroquois Library also has games now to checkout. Puzzles can be checked out for 21 days, and renewed 3 times. Board games can be checked out for 7 days (no renewals). These puzzles and games do not float, so please return them to the Library where they were checked out.
