Dessa is a modern-day 12-year-old with no shortage of mysteries to solve and fossils to find. But in the aftermath of her father’s death, this smart, funny young scientist struggles to overcome her grief and anger at all the changes in her world. Dessa’s unlikely comfort comes from a remarkable new friend, one only she […]
Join LCT on a holiday adventure to the North Pole in Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Jr.! In this musical adaptation of the beloved television special, Rudolph doesn’t feel like he fits in at Santa’s workshop, so he sets off through the wintry woods to try and find where he belongs. Along the way, he […]
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. Head over and enjoy Founders’ Day in May to celebrate life in 1775 when Lexington began. […]
The Lexington Children’s Theatre has been delighting audiences since 1938 and is excited to announce a wonderful lineup for the 2022-2023 season! There is a great variety of shows planned for the season (note the Pay What You Will and Sensory Friendly Shows) as well as the annual Celebrity Curtain Call and Summer Family Musical […]
Ahoy, mateys! There will soon be a new ship in town, just waiting for any pirates who want to venture into Woodland Aquatic Center. “A couple of years ago we had to take the pirate ship out of Woodland pool because of safety concerns,” Mayor Linda Gorton said. “Now we’re commissioning a new ship, and […]
Join Lexington Children’s Theatre for this wacky musical celebration of friendship, fairy tales, and the things that make us special. Shrek The Musical opens July 21 and our story won’t be complete without YOU in the audience! So, get ready to laugh your gumdrop buttons off and expect the unexpected, because THIS is a fairy tale like […]
Join family, friends, and neighbors for The Nest’s sixth annual Family Fun Day, presented by Central Bank, on Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Duncan Park, 529 North Martin Luther King Boulevard. The Groovalution presents The Nest “Family Fun Day”! This is a FREE community event that we are hosting for the […]
Attention, all families: your mission is to protect Earth. You’ll imagine a story about how to keep the planet safe, then head out of the Apple Store to take photos and add drawings and stickers to your comic book on iPad. Recommended for kids ages 8–12 and their parents or guardians, who must be present […]
In partnership with organizations throughout the Lexington community, the Lexington Philharmonic is offering FREE collaborative activities designed for people of ALL ages and types of musical abilities. Sound Explorers gives attendees at chance to participate in music improvisation and composition! Events are held at various locations around Central KY and feature a variety of music […]
Are you looking for free meals, food pantries, or food for your children? Find information about area food banks, free meals and snacks and more. Central Kentucky has a variety of resources available for families in need. Food Banks Food banks are available in many communities. Some do require a referral but some you can […]
The memories of those Personal Pan pizzas from Pizza Hut can now be shared with your kids! Pizza Hut is offering Camp BOOK IT! to all families from June-August, and our homeschool program to homeschool families October-March. Both programs are available to students in PreK through sixth grade. Parents, join us for Camp BOOK IT! […]
Camp Curiosity is a summer experience open to students ages three years old through rising fifth grade. Plan to stay all summer long or choose your own adventure with week-by-week enrolment. Campers explore developmentally appropriate learning activities that exercise the brain and body through play and exploration. June 6 – July 15 Monday – FridayMorning sessions […]
Food allergy in children is common. Recent estimates indicate that an estimated 5.6 million U.S. children have a food allergy, and 40% of those children have more than one allergy. About 42% of pediatric food allergy is potentially severe and the most common severe food allergy is to peanut, tree nut and shellfish. A food […]
This city wide youth community theatre project provides advanced training and performance for the experienced young artist and an accessible and enriching program for the emerging artist. ACTivate is seeking participants ages 9-18 with a passion for musical theatre, community and creative thinking. Space is still available! Training: Young artists ages 9-18 will audition on […]
After being in the works for more than two years and postponed due to Covid, Bluegrass Youth Ballet (BYB) is finally able to present its inaugural performance of Cinderella. Join BYB Friday, April 29 at 7pm or Saturday, April 30 at 2pm at the Lexington Opera House for this professionally produced creative twist on the […]