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Crafternoon
Sat, May 23 · 3:30 PM

Rapunzel
Sat, May 23 · 9:00 AM

DJ Stingy
Sat, May 23 · 11:59 PM
SATURDAY, MAY 23

Crafternoon

Rapunzel

DJ Stingy

Law Enforcement Torch Run 5K
<p>Join us for the Law Enforcement Torch Run 5K, a meaningful race that brings together runners, walkers, law enforcement officers, and community members in support of an incredible cause. This annual event serves as a powerful kickoff to the Special Olympics Kentucky Summer Games and celebrates the strength, determination, and spirit of over 11,000 athletes across the state.</p>\n

ORBITS: Introvert + Halicon + Coma Therapy + Satelitte Twin + Tpharo

Speed Chat Spot

North Carolina Courage at Racing Louisville FC

May Adult Workshop – Adult Abstract Painting Workshop

Early Childhood Pop-Up: Playtime in the Cub House
Playtime in the Cub House Stop in and enjoy some free play time in the Cub House presented by PNC. Meet other zoo friends and play in our space, the snow leopards might even peek in to play hide and seek with you through the exhibit glass. We will open the Cub House for unstructured play time select Saturday mornings. The space will open for up to 30 people at a time to play from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Price FREE with Louisville Zoo membership or admission About Early Childhood Pop-ups The fun will be popping up this spring and summer at the Zoo! Perfect for young learners, these new pop-up programs invite families and their children to play, observe and learn in new ways all while visiting the Zoo! Use your imagination during free play in the Cub House, gather around for a story reading, think like a zookeeper with animal activity stations or go on a Litter Critter quest. Pop up programs are FREE with membership or admission to the Zoo. For a full list of details and available sessions, visit our website. EARLY CHILDHOOD POP-UPS 2026 SCHEDULE Animal Tales Classes from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. April 19: HerpAquarium April 28: Giraffe Exhibit May 5: Islands / Little Penguin Exhibit May 12: Tiger Taiga May 19: Red Panda Exhibit Little Critters Classes held in the MetaZoo from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. April 15, April 22, April 29 May 6, May 13, May 20, May 27 Playtime in the Cub House Classes held from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the Snow Leopard Cub House presented by PNC. March 28 April 4, April 25 (April 11 Cancelled) May 2, June 6, June 27 Young Zoologist Classes held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Islands Zone April 2, April 9, April 16, April 23, April 30 May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28

90'S NIGHT - MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour

Early Childhood Pop-Up: Playtime in the Cub House

Makers With Mimosas

Zoso - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
Night Coffee: "Mother's Daze"
SUNDAY, MAY 24

Speed Chat Spot

Sunday Funday FREE Live Music in Forest Music Hall
Join us every Sunday for Live Music from 3-6pm. Well behaved children and dogs are welcome.

Crafternoon
Shelby County Graduations

The Louisville Gore Club

Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour

90's NIGHT - MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

Dallas Renegades at Louisville Kings

Pompei: Below the Clouds (Sotto le nuvole) at Speed Cinema

Soul Circus

Sunday Funday

Family Feud
Hip Hop Louisville: Open Cypher
Weekly open cypher and freestyle session. MCs, DJs, and breakers welcome.

Service Industry Sunday

Bob The Drag Queen

Earl Bowman, Luke Powers, and Cait Justice

Makers With Mimosas
MONDAY, MAY 25

Virtual Humana miniMarathon & Marathon

Mag Bar Metal Monday presents - The Black Moriah + Burial Oath + Suicide Forest
Belle of Louisville Riverboat Cruises
Cruise the Ohio River on America's oldest operating steamboat. Daily sightseeing cruises.

Martini Mondays

Monday Night Mic!

Summer Science Camp

Picnic Lunch / Afternoon Cruise
TUESDAY, MAY 26
Louisville Mural Tour
Guided walking tour of 15+ murals in downtown and NuLu.

$7 Quesadilla Tuesdays

Louisville Bats vs. St. Paul Saints

Stubbs' Buds

New Talent Tuesday

Malevich at Mag Bar w/ Loreborn, Bone Shrapnel

Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series Tasting – Distillery District, Lexington

Mahjong Lunch Club at Mashup
Mahjong Lunch Club at MashupTuesdays | 12:00–3:00 PM Take a midday break and join us for Mahjong Lunch Club—a relaxed, come-and-go gathering built around good food, sharp minds, and shared tables. Whether you’re a seasoned player or learning the game, all are welcome to pull up a seat. Settle in with lunch from your favorite vendor, connect with fellow players, and enjoy a few rounds in a laid-back, social atmosphere. Come for the game, stay for the community.

CRAFT NIGHT: Weekday Drink Specials!

"Everything Trivia" w/ Greg!

Spineshank: Nu Metal Sucks Tour
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27

Early Childhood Pop-Up: Litter Critters
Litter Critters Plastic is everywhere! Join us at our Litter Critter stations to learn how plastic waste effects animals and humans here in Kentucky and around the world. We’ll play games focused on recycling to earn a special sticker! These stations will be in the MetaZoo or the HerpAquarium on Wednesday afternoons in the spring. Price FREE with Louisville Zoo membership or admission About Early Childhood Pop-ups The fun will be popping up this spring and summer at the Zoo! Perfect for young learners, these new pop-up programs invite families and their children to play, observe and learn in new ways all while visiting the Zoo! Use your imagination during free play in the Cub House, gather around for a story reading, think like a zookeeper with animal activity stations or go on a Litter Critter quest. Pop up programs are FREE with membership or admission to the Zoo. For a full list of details and available sessions, visit our website. EARLY CHILDHOOD POP-UPS 2026 SCHEDULE Animal Tales Classes from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. April 19: HerpAquarium April 28: Giraffe Exhibit May 5: Islands / Little Penguin Exhibit May 12: Tiger Taiga May 19: Red Panda Exhibit Little Critters Classes held in the MetaZoo from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. April 15, April 22, April 29 May 6, May 13, May 20, May 27 Playtime in the Cub House Classes held from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the Snow Leopard Cub House presented by PNC. March 28 April 4, April 25 (April 11 Cancelled) May 2, June 6, June 27 Young Zoologist Classes held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Islands Zone April 2, April 9, April 16, April 23, April 30 May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28

Silver Triplets of the Rio Hondo with Maggie Halfman & Clay Cole

Bonsai Sketching & Drawing Workshop OR How to Draw a Bonsai Tree

Yoga w/ Nerissa Sparkman
Yoga w/ Nerissa Sparkman Midweek reset, by design. Join Nerissa Sparkman for a donation-based evening yoga practice focused on grounding, mobility, and breath. This all-levels session welcomes bodies of all kinds and prioritizes presence over performance. The practice is followed by a social snack and happy hour, inviting participants to linger, refuel, and connect—because community care doesn’t end at savasana. Donation based.
Bakersfield Career Fair
Career fair for job seekers and employers

Open Mic Night

AS YOU LIKE IT

Music Industry Night - Open Jam
Join us every Wednesday for the areas best open mic/open jam where musicians around the area meet up for jam together and make new friends and even form new bands. We provide a complete backline drum kit, bass amps and guitar amps. Sign up happens around 6:30. Performer take the stage from 7pm till 9:45pm.

WFPK Waterfront Wednesday
<p>WFPK Waterfront Wednesday!</p>\n<p>Presented by Waterfront Park and 91.9 WFPK with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all.</p>\n
