Lexington family events

Fresh plans around Lexington, from this weekend's highlights to events worth planning ahead for.

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The Head and The Heart

The Head and The Heart at CommonSpirit Health Stage at Gatton Park on July 23, 2026

Lexington · CommonSpirit Health Stage at Gatton ParkCommonSpirit Health Stage at Gatton Park
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Crave food + music festival

Official listing for Crave food + music festival at Gatton Park on the Town Branch.

Lexington · Gatton Park on the Town BranchGatton Park on the Town Branch
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Tee It Up For The Kids 2026

Official listing for Tee It Up For The Kids 2026 at Greenbrier Golf & Country Club.

Lexington · Greenbrier Golf & Country ClubGreenbrier Golf & Country Club
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The Cupcake Classic

Official listing for The Cupcake Classic at Wellington Park.

Lexington · Wellington ParkWellington Park
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KSSC Specialty Shows

Official listing for KSSC Specialty Shows at Kentucky Horse Park Alltech Arena.

Lexington · Kentucky Horse Park Alltech ArenaKentucky Horse Park Alltech Arena
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NINJA KIDZ TO HIT THE ROAD AGAIN - Lexington

NINJA KIDZ TO HIT THE ROAD AGAIN THIS FALL! The YouTube family stars come to GATTON PARK in Lexington on SEPTEMBER 1 It's time to enter the multi-verse. The NINJA KIDZ are leaping out of your screens and into your city with Nin...

Lexington · NINJA KIDZ LIVE - LexingtonNINJA KIDZ LIVE - Lexington
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Lexington Equine Medical Hunter Pace & 5K At The Park

Join this truly unique racing experience at the Kentucky Horse Park benefiting the Kentucky Horse Council! You set your pace running or walking on the same Hunter Pace turf/cross country course that the horses ride. This is tru...

Lexington · Kentucky Horse ParkKentucky Horse Park
SportsFamilyOutdoor
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New here? Start with Detroit

If you are new to Detroit, MI, start with the kind of day you want instead of a giant list: family-easy, adult/date, group-friendly, or weather-safe.

KidsParks, museums, markets, and short downtown stops

Family plans should be easy to enter, easy to leave, and clear about bathrooms, food, weather, and parking.

  • Check age fit.
  • Keep drives short.
  • Pick food before the main stop.
AdultsDinner, music, patios, museums, wineries, or brewery routes

Adult plans work best with one timed anchor and a nearby place for food or a walk.

  • Check hours.
  • Book if needed.
  • Keep the route walkable.
GroupFestival, game, market, or activity venue

Groups need one clear meet-up point and a plan that still works if people arrive late.

  • Share the map.
  • Pick one anchor.
  • Have a backup nearby.
RainIndoor backup near the same neighborhood

Weather-safe plans should stay close to the original area so the day does not fall apart.

  • Check closures.
  • Avoid long outdoor walks.
  • Use official pages for changes.

Summer plans work best when you balance one outdoor anchor with shade, water, food, and an evening option.

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