Get out and explore the Lexington and Central KY with free family fun! Check out 50 great FREE fun things to do with kids in the Bluegrass!

1. Enjoy a day at McConnell Springs – The birthplace of Lexington.  Lots of special events, including Founders’ Day in May to celebrate life in 1775 when Lexington began and more!

2. Hike Raven Run. Try a Stargazing event for a unique night out!  (Held monthly year-round)

3. Catch a Free Friday Flick at Jacobson Park one summer or a Freaky Flick in the fall

4.  Take in some live music at Thursday Night Live in downtown Lexington.  (April – October)

5. Stop by the Visitor’s Center and walk the loop to enjoy the beauty of the UK Arboretum.  The Kentucky Children’s Garden also has special days during the year when admission is free

6. Watch the University of Kentucky Football Wildcats get ready for the season at the Blue/White game or Fan Day.

7.  Taste your way around a local Farmer’s Market.  Click here for tips on a visit with kids. *They have a special POP program where kids can get FREE vouchers for items at the market

8.  Enjoy Hats off to Kentucky Day at the Kentucky Horse Park

9. Tour the Ale-8-One Bottling Plant in Winchester

10.  See how Toyotas are made on a Toyota Factory Tour in Georgetown

11. Go fly a kite at KiteFest at Jacobson Park in Lexington or at the Georgetown International Kite and Cultural Festival (April)

12. Learn about a new culture at the Chinese Moon Festival (January)

13. Watch the Thriller Street Parade (October)

14.  Welcome spring at MayFest in Gratz Park in Lexington

15. Cheer on a runner at A Midsummer’s Night’s Run (August) or the Bluegrass 10K (July).  Enjoy all the fun along the streets!

16.  Take a bike ride and enjoy the Legacy Trail or the Brighton East Rail Trail with your family

17.  Cheer on the Wildcats at a UK Swim and Dive meet or a STUNT meet.  Admission is FREE!

18.  Relax with some jazz at Ecton Park or Moondance Amphitheatre (April – August)

19.  Hop on board the FCPS Classroom on Wheels

20.  Check out a movie or performance at the Farish Theater at the Lexington Central Library

21.  Admire the art and crafts at the Woodland Art Fair (August)

22. Listen to a famous author, participate in a cool event, or enjoy story time at a local bookstore.  Try Joseph Beth Booksellers or Wildlings Bookshop in Lexington or Plaid Elephant in Danville.

23.  Sign up for the Lexington Legends Baseball Kids Club – Free perks throughout the season

24.  Enjoy Discovery Saturday events at the Living Arts and Science Center

25.  Treat yourself with fall fun at a local fall festival

26.  Meet some new friends at a local parenting group

27.  Learn something new at Family Night at the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning

28.  Get healthy at a YMCA Kids Event

29.  Take the kids out to eat for a Kids Eat Free night

30.  Enjoy a parade!  St. Patrick’s Day, Fire Prevention (October) or Christmas

31.  Create something cool at a Home Depot Kids Workshop

32.  Cheer on the University of Kentucky Men’s and Women’s Soccer teams with FREE admission! Also, check out their special Fan Day Event held each summer.

33.  Check out a free festival like the 4th of July, Festival Latino de Lexington, Winchester Beer Cheese Festival, Pioneer Festival, or St. Patrick’s Day.

34.  Visit a local library for one of many great events

35.  Sign up for a Kids Club or Birthday Club to get freebies then head out and enjoy your special day

36.  Check out First 5 Lex for great events for kids preparing for Kindergarten.  They offer many FREE events through0ut the year.

37.  Kids bowl FREE all summer at local bowling alleys

38.  Go build something with your kids!  Enjoy a hands-on build at a Lowe’s DIY Workshop.

39.  Sign up for Summer Reading Programs at local libraries and bookstores to get freebies when you complete the program!

40.  Get artsy at the University of Kentucky Art Museum.  They offer FREE admission year-round!

41.  Head out and try fishing during Free Fishing Weekend.  Kids under 16 can always fish for free in Kentucky!  (June)

42.  Take in some Bluegrass music at the Southland Jamboree held from May – September at Moondance Amphitheatre

43.  Visit a variety of art spots during LexArts Hop held numerous times throughout the year

44.  Go back in time with Revolutionary Day at the Jack Jouett House in Versailles (July) or schedule a free kids tour

45.  Cross the Kentucky River on the Valley View Ferry (Take Tates Creek Road all the way to the river!)

46.  Enjoy a day at Court Days in Mt. Sterling – Enjoy a unique outdoor market for goods of all sorts! (October)

47.  Strike up the band at the Great American Brass Band Festival each summer in Danville.  (June)

48.  Tour the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort

49.  Hike the Pinnacles in Berea for amazing views of the area

50.  Complete the Big Lex Scavenger Hunt offered by the Visit Lex Visitor’s Center.

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