Mental health is a growing concern for many families and the stress, anxiety and emotional needs of children and teens is growing. If you’re looking for counseling, resources for home, online programs, local substance abuse programs, or more this guide will help you navigate the variety of resources available for families. There are many resources […]
Hands-on fun with Little Sprouts at the Arboretum! Each Wednesday in March enjoy hands on learning and fun at the Arboretum. There are two sessions offered each day. Dates: Wednesday, March 6, 2024 – Welcome to Weather Wednesday, March 13, 2024 – Seeds and Sprouts Wednesday, March 20, 2024 – Trees, Rings, and Leaves Times: […]
The popular Wild Lights: Asian Lantern Festival is returning to the Louisville Zoo for 2024 and will be open March 23 – May 19, 2024. Wild Lights is one of the largest Chinese lantern festivals in the nation and the Louisville area’s first-ever outdoor Chinese lantern festival. March 13 – May 19, 2024 ; Thursdays […]
Come plant trees with us! Volunteers of all ages are invited to the annual Reforest the Bluegrass tree planting event. We’ll have music, food and fun for the whole family. Reforest the Bluegrass AT HOME info below also! 2024 EventSaturday, April 13 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Coldstream Park, 1850 Pisacano Drive Volunteers are needed […]
McConnell Springs is the birthplace of Lexington and is a wonderful hidden gem. We have a 26-acre historic and natural city park right under our noses! McConnell Springs is located just inside New Circle off Old Frankfort Pike. You turn on Rebmann Lane and follow the signs that weave through industrial lots before stumbling upon […]
Register for the FREE Keeneland Kids Club! The Keeneland Kids Club is the official club for Keeneland fans 12 and under. The Keeneland Kids Club in partnership with the UK HealthCare Kentucky Children’s Hospital is the free official club for Keeneland fans 12 and under. The Keeneland Kids Club is a program that was formed to support […]
The Explorium of Lexington has great summer camp options for kids grades K – 5! Join The Explorium of Lexington for a fun-filled summer of camps! This summer The Explorium Travel Agency is providing vacation packages for children ages enrolling in Kindergarten – 5th grade. Explorium tour guides will offer STEAM and humanities excursions all week! […]
Now entering its 34th year, Georgetown College Pre-college Academic Experience in Math and Science (PAEMS) is a residential two-week program in mathematics and science for highly-motivated students entering their sophomore, junior, or senior years of high school. Held on the beautiful campus of Georgetown College in Georgetown, KY, participants preview college life as they work alongside […]
An annual tradition, Kite Fest is an exciting event celebration kites and all things aerial. It is returning to Masterson Station Park for 2024, offering a beautiful field, closer parking, and better traffic flow so you can get to the event quicker and enjoy the fun. April 20, 2024Rain date April 27, 2024Noon – 4 p.m. […]
It’s always fun for the kids to enjoy a night out and even more fun when the grown ups get a night out too! Here are great places to drop the kids for when you need a night out as well! Explorium They offer Parents Night Out (Held on select Fridays from 6 – 10 […]
There are wonderful family fun events and places to visit in Lexington and Central KY. Click any underlined link for more information. Take a Kentucky Proud Tour Visit Toyota, Ale 8 1, Old Kentucky Chocolates, Boone Creek Creamery, Old Friends, or another great local favorite. Many tours are FREE! Enjoy Keeneland Whether it’s during a […]
Where can you find ballet, tap, jazz classes and more in Lexington and Central KY? The Lex Fun 4 Kids Dance Instruction Guide will help you search for area classes for all ages! If you want your business listed please email lexfun4kids@gmail.com Allegro Dance Project (Special Needs Programming) Barbara Ann’s School of Dance Bluegrass Youth […]
It’s time to hit the slopes! Whether you are looking to ski, tube, snowmobile or just enjoy the comfort of the lodge there are some great places not too far from Central KY for family fun in the snow! 1 – 3 hours away from Lexington Perfect North Slopes (Indiana) Paoli Peaks (Indiana) 4 […]
The Annual Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade and Irish Festival is scheduled for Saturday, March 16, 2024. The Festival The events are part of an all-day celebration that traditionally begins at 10:45 a.m., with the annual “Blessing of the Keg” at Henry A. Tandy Centennial Park. The parade begins at 1 p.m. and […]
It’s SNOW DAY TIME!!! Where can you get snow day deals in Lexington? Be watching this page for updates on current deals. I try to update the page the day before or the day of and add deals as they are announced so be watching and checking back frequently. Be safe! Please don’t travel if […]