Ongoing Events
- Where: Louisville Free Public Library - Southwest Branch
10375 Dixie Hwy, Louisville
What: Military History Display
When: November 10 - November 30
Fee: Free
More Info: www.lfpl.org or 502-933-0029
- Where: Hardin County Library
100 Jim Owen Drive, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
What: Food For Fines
$1 in fines will be waived for each food item donated for up to $10 per library card holder. Donations will be accepted at our circulation desks during the month of November. The waived fees apply to fines only; donations cannot be used toward lost, damaged, or replacement items. Donations will go to community organizations that benefit the public.
When: The entire month of November
Fee: Free
More Info: (270) 769-6337
- Where: Hardin County Library
Hardin County Library - North Branch
What: Toys for Tots
$We have donation boxes in the main area and children’s room of our Elizabethtown location, as well as the North Branch in Radcliff. We are taking donations from now until the end of November!
When: The entire month of November
Fee: Free
More Info: (270) 769-6337
- Where: Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts,
501 West Main Street
What: Jersey Boys
Winner of the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical, Jersey Boys tells the story of how Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons went from being unknown New Jersey kids to international pop superstars
When: 11/20/12-12/2/12
Tues,Wed,Thurs 7:30pm; Fri, Sat 8pm; Sat Mat 2pm, Sun Mat 1pm, Sun Eve 6:30pm
Fee: $49.28+
More Info: louisville.broadway.com
- Where: Science Center
727 W. Main St. Louisville
What: Hats! Reflections in Time
Hats! Reflections in Time showcases more than refurbished 50 hats from the museum's permanent collection. The hats date from the late 1800s to the 1980s, when Byck's was the fashion-forward boutique presenting trunk shows of famous designers. The store donated more than 22,000 fashion items, including the hats, when the last locations closed in 1991.
When: 9/1/12-12/31/12
10 AM - 4 PM
Fee: Included in admission
More Info: www.kysciencecenter.com
- Where: Louisville Zoo
What: Dare To Care Food Drive and Admission Discount
The Louisville Zoo is teaming up with Dare to Care Food Bank offering a special discounted Zoo admission November 1, 2012 through February 28, 2013 if guests participate in a canned food drive. ($5 discount)
When: 11/1/12 - 2/28/13
Fee: With discount, Adults $12.95 and children $8.95. Active Duty with ID always FREE
More Infor: louisvillezoo.com
- Where: IMAX theater
Science Center, 727 W. Main St, Louisville
What: To The Arctic in IMAX
An extraordinary journey to the top of the world, the documentary adventure To The Arctic tells the ultimate tale of survival. Narrated by Oscar® winner Meryl Streep, the film takes audiences on a never-before-experienced journey into the lives of a mother polar bear and her twin seven-month-old cubs as they navigate the changing Arctic wilderness they call home.
When: 5/26/12 - 12/31/12
Fee: $7
More Info: www.kysciencecenter.org
- Where: IMAX theater
Science Center, 727 W. Main St, Louisville
What: Born to Be Wild in IMAX
Narrated by Academy-Award® winner Morgan Freeman, Born to be Wild 3D is an inspiring story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them—saving endangered species one life at a time. Stunningly captured in IMAX 3D, Born to be Wild 3D is a heartwarming adventure transporting moviegoers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Biruté Mary Galdikas, and across the rugged Kenyan savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dame Daphne M. Sheldrick, as they and their teams rescue, rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild.
When: 7/7/12 - 12/31/12
Fee: $7
More Info: www.kysciencecenter.org
- Where: IMAX theater
Science Center, 727 W. Main St, Louisville
What: Flight of the Butterflies in IMAX
Based on true events, it follows the epic journey of the iconic monarch butterfly in one of the most incredible migrations on Earth, and the determined scientist, Dr. Fred Urquhart, who spent 40 years trying to discover the mysteries surrounding their journey and secret winter hideaway. What began with a small boy daydreaming about where butterflies went each winter became a lifelong pursuit by Urquhart, who ingeniously enlisted the help of legions of volunteers, known as "citizen scientists," to help with tagging and tracking the butterflies. The decades-long quest yielded the ultimate discovery of the monarch butterflies' overwintering sites in the sanctuaries of Mexico.
When: 9/30/12 - 1/18/13
Fee: $7
More Info: www.kysciencecenter.org
- Where: Slugger Museum
800 W. Main St., Louisville
What: Baseball Hotties: Studs we LOVE!
This special exhibition celebrates the boys of summer who make us swoon! Enjoy our somewhat sassy take on the hottest men in baseball history at the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory.
When: 9/15/12 - 1/13/13
Fee: Included in admission prices
More Information: Sluggermuseum.com
- Where: Flame Run Glass Studio
815 W. Market St., Louisville
What: Be a glass artist for a day this fall and create your own blown-glass pumpkin at Flame Run Glass Studio and Gallery. Flame Run artists will be assisting guests with the creation of glass pumpkins on Fridays and Saturdays, October 6 - November 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and by appointment. Participants can choose up to three colors from eight color selections. Each finished pumpkin is about the size of a softball. The experience takes about 20 minutes and costs $50 per pumpkin. Freshly blown glass pumpkins need to cool for a few days before they can be safely handled and brought home. Additionally, guests can purchase previously-made Flame Run glass pumpkins available in a variety of sizes.
When: 10/6/12 - 11/17/12, by appointment only
10 AM - 5 PM
Fee: $50 per pumpkin
Contact: Please call 502.584.5353 to schedule your appointment.
- Where: Flame Run Glass Studio
815 W. Market St., Louisville
What: A Holiday "Hang Up" to Cherish: Ornament Making Open to the Public
Be a glass artist for a day! Come join the artists at Flame Run to create your own personal and unique blown-glass ornament. Beginning on the Friday after Thanksgiving and continuing through a few days before Christmas, Flame Run hosts their Holiday Ornament Blow. Pick the color of your choice and enjoy the "hands on" technique of designing and actually blowing your own ornament.
When: Novmeber 23 - December 23, by appointment only
10 AM - 5 PM
Fee: $40 to create one round ornament or $50 to create one snowman
Contact: Please call 502.584.5353 to schedule your appointment.
- Where: Derby Dinner Playhouse
What: The Mousetrap
Another hit from the undisputed queen of mystery. This classic who-dunnit is about a group of strangers stranded in a boarding house during a snow storm, and one of them is the murderer! A superb thriller that will keep you guessing until the dramatic end. Written by Agatha Christie.
When: October 9 - NOvember 18
Fee: $35 and up
Contact: Derby Dinner Playhouse
- Where: Derby Dinner Playhouse
What: Irving Berlin's White Christmas
Based on the popular movie, this timeless classic is full of dancing, laughter, and some of the best songs ever written. This holiday musical comedy is sure to be one of the highlights of your Christmas season!
When: NOvember 20 - December 31
Fee: $35 and up
Contact: Derby Dinner Playhouse
- Where: 144 N. Sixth Strett,
Muhammad Ali Center,
Louisville, KY 40202
What: Once Upon a Holiday
Visitors are transported around the world via life-size storybook pages that illustrate international winter festivals, including Kwanzaa, Yalda, Saint Lucia Day, New Years, Hanukkah, Diwali, Christmas and more! Games and activities that coincide with each holiday will be setup for the duration of the exhibit for visitors to play and create!
When: Nov. 23 – January 6, 2012
4-5PM
Please visit THIS LINK for more info.
Fee: $9 adults, $4 children.
- Where: 1841 Taylor Avenue,
Mega Cavern,
Louisville, KY
What: Lights Under Louisville
Take a 30 to 40 minute ride in your own vehicle through the cavern's passageways and experience 550 lit characters with more than two million points of light. It's the only underground light show of it's kind. 877-614-6342
When: November 16-December 30
M-F 6-10 PM, Sat, Sun 5-10 PM
Fee: Car: $25.00; Truck: $25.00; SUV: $25.00; Minivan: $25.00; Van: $35.00; Limo: $50.00; Church Bus (excluding school bus size): $50.00; School Bus: $150.00
- Where: 316 West Main Street,
Actors Theatre of Louisville-Pamela Brown Aud.,
Louisville, KY 40202
What: A Christmas Story
Join Ralphie once again as he campaigns for a Red Ryder BB Gun amid seasonal mayhem and family shenanigans.
When: Nov. 7 – Nov. 25, 2012 Please visit THIS LINK for show times and more info.
Fee: $35 and up.
- Where: The Galt House
What: Christmas at the Galt House
· KaLightoscope Attraction: Interactive and magical luminaries
· New Candy Cane Forest featuring the Peppermint Express Kiddie Train
· Christmas Village with the Snow Fairy Princess and her Castle
· Gingerbread Castle
When: November 17 - January 2
KaLightoscope Attraction Hours: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Snow Fairy Princess Hours: 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Snow Fox Hours: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Fee: The main attraction is free for Military with ID. Military families are $9.99 with the military member. The remaining attractions and for non-military range from $9.99 - $46.00. Please see THIS LINK for details.
- Where: 829 West Main Street,
Frazier History Museum,
Louisville, KY KY
What: Top Drawer: 150 Years of Bittners
Experience the old world craftsmanship of handmade furniture through the 18th and 19th centuries. “Top Drawer” is a 4,000 sq. ft. exhibition that explores how a German immigrant’s custom cabinet shop became not only a Louisville tradition, but also a nationally-renowned design firm. Exquisite American, English and Continental furniture inspired by great monarchs and makers is featured, as well as the story of how the political, cultural and social forces of these periods can inspire the aesthetic of our homes. Examine fine antiques from around the world as well as master-crafted pieces produced by the Bittners custom shop. For information on the exhibition, visit FrazierMuseum.org.
When: November 17 - January 3
9AM - 5PM
Fee: Included in museum admission
- Where: 829 West Main Street,
Frazier History Museum,
Louisville, KY KY
What: Half Price Wednesday Nights
Don’t miss out on “Diana: A Celebration”! Wednesday evenings this fall, come to the museum between 4 and 8 p.m. and receive half off admission to the exhibition. Offer good through December 19, and includes both member and non-member tickets. For information on the exhibition, visit FrazierMuseum.org.
When: Until December 19
4 - 8 PM
Fee: The special price is: Adults $5.25, Children $3
- Where: The Actors Theater of Louisville, Bingham Theater
What: True West
A dynamic, darkly funny tale of brotherly love and competition, Hollywood producers and stolen toasters. Part of the Brown-Forman Series Please visit THIS LINK for more details.
When: November 13 - December 9
Fee: Range from $39 and up Please see THIS LINK for details.
- Where: The Galt House
What: Christmas at the Galt House Colors of the Season Holiday Show
Colors of the season is a custom dinner show featuring a holiday story, live music, classic Christmas songs, dancing and a festive dinner. It will get you in the spirit of Christmas! there are also matinees, lunch and a breakfast show. Please visit THIS LINK for more details.
When: November 26 - December 17
Fee: Range from $13.00 - $46.00. Please see THIS LINK for details.
- Where: Blue Heron Way,
Freeman Lake Park,
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
What: Christmas in the Park
This holiday season, treat you and your family to the brilliant display of lights at Freeman Lake Park. An illuminated roadway will guide you through this beautiful spectacle of Christmas Spirit. Lights glimmering upon the lake will create that special Christmas Magic.
When: November 21 - January 1
6-11 PM
Fee: Free but donations are accepted.
- Where: 4th Street Live!, Louisville
What: 40 Nights of Lights
FContinue to enjoy the Christmas season throughout the month of December with plenty of seasonal activities, including an ice-skating rink in the center of Fourth Street Live!, a nightly light show synchronized to music between Fourth Street and the Galt House, and free musical performances on Saturdays in December (Dec 1, 8 & 15) starting at 5:30 PM at Fourth Street. The skating rink will operate Nov. 23 to Dec. 28.
Fee: The fee for skating is $5 an hour for adults, $3 for children under 18. Daily rates are $10, and a season pass is $40. Skates will be available to rent for $2.
- Where: The Frazier Museum, Louisville
What: Holidays around the World
"Holidays Around the World” is an annual, multi-cultural tree display that celebrates holiday traditions found throughout Louisville’s diverse communities. It ranges from trees decorated as they would be in countries that observe Christmas, to cultural displays showcasing other holidays observed around the globe throughout the year. This visually-stunning and educational exhibition, featuring 25 trees and displays, runs Thanksgiving through New Years.
When: November 23 - January 1
Fee: Included in Admission
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