Hope everyone in Lexington, KY has had a great Saturday so far…here are some cool events going on this weekend in and around Central Kentucky….via VisitLex.com (http://www.visitlex.com/events/index.php?SDate=2013-7-14).
Always…Patsy Cline
Thursday Jul 11, 2013 – Sunday Jul 14, 2013 The show is based on a true story about the friendship between Patsy and her most devoted fan, Louise Seger. It all began when they met one night at the Esquire Ballroom outside of Houston. Complete with down-home humor, true emotion and the story of a relationship that any fan would dream of having with their idol. Time: Thursday-Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday 2:30 p.m. 154 West Bell Court.
(859)257-4929
www.studioplayers.org
Location: The Carriage House Theatre
Whippoorwill Festival
Thursday Jul 11, 2013 – Sunday Jul 14, 2013The Whippoorwill Festival celebrates Appalachian heritage while helping prepare our minds and bodies for a future world of climate change and a diminished supply of fossil fuels. The festival is an all-volunteer, multi-day, low-cost event with simultaneous workshops, tent camping, healthy, home-cooked meals, guest speakers, plus old-time and mountain music, dancing, and story-telling in the evenings. Tickets: Range between $20 & $60. 500 Floyd Branch Road, Berea, Kentucky.
(941)323-0565
www.whippoorwillfest.com
Location: HomeGrown HideAways
Danville Irish Festival
Thursday Jul 11, 2013 – Sunday Jul 14, 2013
Celebrate Danville’s connection to Carrickfergus, Danville’s Irish Sister City, by showcasing Irish heritage, culture, and art by known Irish dancers, musicians and actors at various Danville locations. 840 Sanford Road, Danville, Kentucky.
(859)236-2747
www.pioneerplayhouse.com
Location: Pioneer Playhouse
Summerfest: Peter Pan
Friday Jul 12, 2013 – Sunday Jul 14, 2013Featuring J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan presented by the Kentucky Conservatory Theatre. Summerfest is a program of outdoor theater events. Gates open 7pm, Show 8:45pm. Admission charged. 500 Alumni Drive.
(859)935-1564
www.mykct.org
Location: The Arboretum State Botanical Garden of Kentucky
Lexington Legends vs Delmarva Shorebirds
Friday Jul 12, 2013 – Monday Jul 15, 2013The Lexington Legends are a proud Single A Affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. Box seats $9. Bleachers $5. Game time: Friday, Saturday & Monday 7:05 p.m. Sunday 1:35 p.m. 207 Legend Lane.
(859)422-7867
www.lexingtonlegends.com
Location: Whitaker Bank Ball Park
Friday Jul 12, 2013 – Sunday Jul 14, 2013 Fine arts and crafts. Demonstrations. Also enjoy strolling musicians and vocal groups. Folk, jazz and toe tapping mountain music guaranteed to make you get out your dancing shoes. Take I-75 to Berea Exits 76 or 77 and follow the signs to the Berea Craft Festival. $6.00 adults, $5.00 seniors. Children under 12 are free.
(800)598-5263
www.bereacraftfestival.com
Location: Indian Fort Theatre
Bleu Plate Food Tours
Saturday Jul 13, 2013 – Sunday Jul 14, 2013
Guided food walking tour traverses the beautiful, historic downtown stopping at Lexington’s best eateries. Sample the fare that makes each place an iconic restaurant. It’s a stroll through the park with a side dish of history, a dash of culture and a taste of the Bluegrass. Time: Saturday 10am and 1:30pm, Sunday 1:30pm. Tickets: $49.
(800)979-3370
www.bleuplatetours.com
Location: Downtown
Sunday Jul 14, 2013
Every Sunday on Southland Drive visit the Lexington Farmers’ Market! You can purchase home grown vegetables, herbs and spices, honey, beeswax, candles, body care products, organic products, eggs and meats. Hours: 10 am to 2 pm.
(859)608-2655
www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com
Location: Southland Drive
Battle in the Saddle
Sunday Jul 14, 2013 Doors open 5p.m. Competition starts 7p.m. Fun event for the whole family! Teams comprised of one celebrity guest plus two amateur riders will compete to determine who has the skills and bravery to pen a group of cattle in the quickest time.
Celebrities in the saddle (subject to change): Calvin Borel, Derek Braun, Patti Cooksey, Buck Davidson, Pat Day, Kevin Huber, Charlie Lopresti, Chris McCarron, Matthew Mitchell, Sam Shepard, and more. $10 general admission. Kids 12 and under free, with purchase of adult ticket.
(859)255-5727
www.khpfoundation.org
Location: Kentucky Horse Park
Saturday Apr 27, 2013 – Sunday Nov 3, 2013
Enjoy a relaxing cruise through the scenic Kentucky River Palisades, along a stretch of river with high limestone cliffs and untouched natural beauty. See the oldest exposed rock in Kentucky and High Bridge, an engineering marvel built in 1877. Ride schedule is subject to weather and river conditions. Time: 2pm and 4pm. Tickets: $10 ages 13 & above, $5 ages 6-12. Free ages 5 & under. 3501 Lexington Road, Harrodsburg, Kentucky.
(800)734-5611
www.shakervillageky.org
Location: Shaker Village
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