Downtown LOU

Downtown LOU Official account of Louisville Downtown Partnership.

The Louisville Downtown Partnership's (LDP) mission is to improve the economy of Louisville Metro by promoting the redevelopment, vitality and economic growth of the Central Business District and surrounding areas, and to promote Downtown’s quality of life by creating a safe, clean and enjoyable environment.

Actors Theatre of Louisville has announced its 2026–27 season, featuring the suspense and comedy of Baskerville: A Sherl...
06/07/2026

Actors Theatre of Louisville has announced its 2026–27 season, featuring the suspense and comedy of Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery, the return of the Halloween favorite Dead as a Dodo, Louisville's beloved A Christmas Carol, the Pulitzer Prize-winning Primary Trust, and the Storytelling Revolution Festival.

The season announcement also includes the launch of Summer Camp at Actors Theatre, a new educational initiative designed to inspire middle and high school students through hands-on theatre experiences. The program will provide students with opportunities to explore performance, storytelling, collaboration, and creative expression alongside theatre professionals.

From unforgettable productions on stage to meaningful opportunities behind the scenes, the 2026–27 season is a celebration of storytelling in all its forms.

Season subscriptions are available now. Which production are you most excited to see?

Downtown Louisville will be the center of Pride Weekend celebrations as Kentuckiana Pride brings together thousands of a...
06/06/2026

Downtown Louisville will be the center of Pride Weekend celebrations as Kentuckiana Pride brings together thousands of attendees for a weekend of community, entertainment, and LGBTQ+ visibility.

On Saturday, June 20, the Kentuckiana Pride Parade will make its way through Downtown, featuring community groups, local organizations, performers, supporters, and colorful displays celebrating Pride and inclusion. Following the parade, the festival at the TurffMutt Great Lawn will offer live entertainment, local vendors, community resources, food and beverage options, and activities for attendees of all ages.

Pride Weekend continues with the Hotel Takeover: Pride Edition at The Myriad Hotel from June 19–22, featuring mixers, brunch experiences, and pool parties throughout the weekend. Celebrations conclude on Sunday, June 21, with a Drag Brunch and Pool Party at The Paseo and Myriad Hotel featuring music by DJ Keller Shaw.

Learn more and purchase tickets at KYPride.com.

06/05/2026

Historic S. Fourth Street... known for its dining, entertainment, historic hotels, and history as a bustling retail corridor and the heart of Louisville’s civil rights trail.

Learn all about it and more in our newest Downtown Lowdown with Louisville Downtown Partnership’s Executive Director .

Downtown Louisville’s newest public art installation is now on display through early July. Created by Austin-based LeMon...
06/05/2026

Downtown Louisville’s newest public art installation is now on display through early July. Created by Austin-based LeMonde Studio, the interactive experience features four musical instruments which include a treble clef, banjo, violin, and harp. Visitors can power the instruments using custom hand cranks to create both music and light.

Part of a yearlong series of rotating public art installations across Downtown, the display was originally launched in Houston’s Theater District in 2023 and has since traveled to more than 30 states.

Find the installation at Waterfront Park and along the 600 block of South 4th Street in front of Mercury Ballroom and Louisville Public Media. Free and open to the public.

Don’t miss this home run of a Downtown Drive-In on Friday, June 12 ⚾🍿The Downtown Drive-In series presents a showing of ...
06/04/2026

Don’t miss this home run of a Downtown Drive-In on Friday, June 12 ⚾🍿

The Downtown Drive-In series presents a showing of The Sandlot (PG). The event is a free outdoor movie night series, taking place at Brown-Forman Amphitheater on select Friday nights May through October.⁠
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Movies will begin at sundown, with the amphitheater open an hour before to allow guests to grab their spot in the theater. The event will include snacks and beer for purchase by and . Movie-goers are also welcome to bring blankets and lawn chairs to the viewing.⁠
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See the whole lineup: ⁠
May 15 Clueless (PG-13)⁠
June 12 The Sandlot (PG)⁠
June 19 The Princess and the Frog (G)⁠
June 26 National Treasure (PG)⁠
July 17 The Princess Bride (PG)⁠
July 31 School of Rock (PG-13)⁠
Aug 14 Crazy Rich Asians (PG-13)⁠
Aug 28 Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (PG-13)⁠
Sept 11 Moana 2 (PG)⁠
Sept 25 Night at the Museum (PG)⁠
Oct 9 The Nightmare Before Christmas (PG)⁠
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In collaboration with Waterfront Park, the film series is free to the public with free parking available at Waterfront Park’s Tan and Turquoise lots. The Downtown Drive-In events are weather dependent.

“Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” -Muhammad Ali Today marks the 10-year anniversary o...
06/03/2026

“Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” -Muhammad Ali

Today marks the 10-year anniversary of Muhammad Ali's passing and to honor him the Muhammad Ali Center hosted a city wide day of compassion. The day began with remarks from Lonnie Ali and Mayor Greenberg, and across the county, members of the Louisville community came together to serve the city in different ways.

The Louisville Downtown Partnership team partnered with Mt. Lebanon Missionary Baptist Church along with AmeriCorps and I Would Rather Be Reading (IWRBR) to beautify, add community flower beds, and pick up trash in preparation for the church's summer camp.

06/02/2026

The Downtown Pickleball Street Fest brought together athletes, families, local businesses, and community members for a day of friendly competition and great memories.

Congratulations to all of our champions, and thank you to everyone who came out and made the day such a success! We'll see you next year!

Mayor Greenberg announced today Louisville's plans for the America 250 celebration! It will bring a full day of free eve...
06/01/2026

Mayor Greenberg announced today Louisville's plans for the America 250 celebration! It will bring a full day of free events across the city on July 4, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

The day will begin with Dawn’s Early Light at Historic Locust Grove from 6:30 to 10 a.m. Guests are invited to gather for quiet reflection around a sacred fire and experience a multicultural ceremony featuring music and dance. The morning concludes with a free communal breakfast to kick off the holiday celebrations.

At 11 a.m., the celebration continues on the front steps of Metro Hall with Oh Say! Can You See?!, a patriotic program featuring a reenactment of Paul Revere’s Ride, a public reading of the Declaration of Independence, and special musical performances by members of the Broadway Across America touring company of Hamilton.

From 1 to 4 p.m., the Frazier History Museum will offer free admission for the opening of the I Too Am a Kentuckian exhibition. Visitors can explore the new exhibit, attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2 p.m., and take part in special guided tours led by museum staff.

The day concludes at Waterfront Park with a Fourth of July celebration from 5 to 10 p.m. Enjoy family-friendly activities, festival food favorites, and live performances by Kentucky Performing Arts that showcase the diversity and evolution of American music. The evening wraps up with Louisville’s A250 Fireworks Show over the Ohio River, lighting up the skyline in honor of 250 years of America.

All events are free and open to the public. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors and spend the day celebrating this historic milestone together.

Mark your calendars for the annual Buy Local Fair, presented by the Louisville Independent Business Alliance (LIBA), thi...
05/29/2026

Mark your calendars for the annual Buy Local Fair, presented by the Louisville Independent Business Alliance (LIBA), this Sunday, May 31, from noon – 6pm! 🛒 🛍️

Taking place at Lynn Family Stadium, the event brings together 100+ local vendors, featuring artists and makers, services, food and drink vendors, and more. Attendees will be able to enjoy pop-up programming and action throughout the event.

LDP is a proud sponsor of this event, so you can enjoy your favorite party beats on us! Admission to the fair is free with stadium parking for $10 with a portion supporting LIBA.

Fill your first summer weekend with pickleball and a variety of wellness activities! The third annual Downtown Picklebal...
05/28/2026

Fill your first summer weekend with pickleball and a variety of wellness activities! The third annual Downtown Pickleball Street Fest, sponsored by Angel’s Envy Distillery is in less than two weeks away. This exciting Pickleball extravaganza celebrates the beloved sport of Pickleball, and the vibrant culture Downtown Louisville has to offer.⁠
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Brought to you by the Louisville Downtown Partnership and Goodbounce Pickleball Yard & Wellness, E. Main Street will be transformed into an outdoor pickleball venue hosting competitive tournaments and open play, alongside a wellness expo – with yoga, Pilates, martial arts, and more – yard games, DJ entertainment, food trucks, a pop-up bar with local beer – including Downtown’s Beer from Ten20 Craft Brewery – and a specialty Angel’s Envy bar featuring their signature Peach Smash cocktail.⁠⁠

CELEBRITY MATCHES:
10:00am: WAVE 3 vs. WHAS 11
11:00am: Louisville Metro Emergency Services vs. Louisville Metro Police Department
12:00:pm Mike Bucci vs. Ohio Valley Wrestling
1:00pm: Buddy The Bat & Sting vs. Pope Lick Goat Man & Louie The Cardinal
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To learn more and register for a wellness event, visit https://louisvilledowntown.org/downtown-pickleball-street-fest/.

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