Local events and things to do for families and kids around Louisville, Kentucky
Here’s a list of Fall Festivals for you and your family to enjoy! Click the links for times, addresses and admission information. Festivals are a great opportunity for Louisville families to explore different areas of town. So many local communities, businesses, and groups host fall events and more than not, they are free. Enjoy fall fun around Louisville with family […]
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The Kentucky State Fair is an exciting 11 days of rides, fair food, agriculture, and so much more. Follow our tips below to get the most out of your visit to the state fair. Whether this is your first time going to the Kentucky State Fair or you have been several times, there is always something to learn and something […]
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Apple Picking near Louisville! Here are a few places you can go to pick-your-own apples. Apple picking is so much fun. Bring bug spray! And, have your recipes ready because you will surely go home with plenty. Apple picking near Louisville and even right in town takes place in late summer. It is always a good idea to […]
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Hauck’s Corner on Goss Ave offers a casual dining atmosphere with outdoor entertainment for the family Are you looking for a place to eat with kids that allows them to wiggle around and play? Hauck’s Corner is in a location that has been serving the Schnitzelburg community for quite some time, since 1912. It just wasn’t always a restaurant. But, […]
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Storywalk® at the ParklandsRead a favorite children’s book while taking a stroll around the park They say learning through play is the best way, sprinkle in a little exercise and some quality time and we truly have an afternoon full of real family fun. StoryWalk at the Parklands is free and fun to do with your young children. Spread across 4,000 […]
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Berry Bee Acres in Simpsonville offers u-pick blackberries Enjoy some time out at a local farm where you can pop in and out to pick just blackberries! Blackberry picking near Louisville is available at Berry Bee Acres in Simpsonville at 6535 Shelbyville Rd. Take a ride just into Shelby County to find this small, specialty farm that will bring you […]
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Hillview Playground is designed for all children to enjoy If you are looking for a new playground to explore, this offers many slides, swings and it has an adjacent sprayground. The new Hillview playground is inclusive – it is designed to be accessible for all children. Located at 298 Prairie Drive 40229, this playground has ramps and unique features intended […]
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Sunflowers are popping up everywhere! We have compiled a list of all the places around Kentucky that you can view, pick, smell, and frolic with them. Sunflower, Sunflowers, and more Sunflowers! The end of summer is the perfect time to see how you measure up next to the beautiful flowers that reach for the sky. Did you know there are […]
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Waterfalls are all over the Louisville area. Hike trails to find beautiful waterfalls for exploring and playing with your kids. There are waterfalls in Louisville and in the areas around us. Explore these with your family for an active local adventure. We love exploring waterfalls around Louisville. This summer, we have made a commitment to hike and find a waterfall […]
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We spent the better part of the day on Elizabethtown, Kentucky- about an hour drive south of Louisville. A brand new playground opened, we went to a giant, nearby park, and we ate some delicious food on our day trip to Elizabethtown. Enjoy a day trip to Elizabethtown! We know that our readers love day trips. This one is really […]
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Are you looking for places to play pickleball in Louisville, KY? Pickleball has exploded! So many parents in Louisville are looking to learn to play pickleball or they have really gotten into the sport and want to find places to play. Pickleball isn’t just for retirees anymore! The ping-pong/tennis-type sport has grown so popular in the last few years that […]
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Take a step back in time and stay at overnight in a covered wagon This unique family getaway is nearby at Horse Cave KOA in Hart County. With attractions nearby, this might be the perfect option for Louisville families looking to getaway this summer without going too far. Located in Hart County, Horse Cave KOA is near Mammoth Cave National […]
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