LexArts Cultural Pass is a pilot program in 2024 that provides free access to many of Lexington’s arts and culture institutions for youth grades K-12. It encourages students to continue their education in the arts to avoid summer learning loss. The LexArts Cultural Pass is valid for admission at participating venues for Summer 2024. Cultural Pass is a partnership […]
Fayette County Schools has numerous school sites providing meals this summer as well as a few Lexington Public Library branches. Families can find additional community meal sites by texting or calling: Additional Food Available this Summer Lexington Rescue Mission – Free breakfast from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. and hot, nutritious lunches from 12 to […]
Celebrating Kentucky’s Signature Industry – FREE Event! Hats Off to Kentucky’s Horse Industry Day is a celebration of the horse and its impact on the state of Kentucky. The day offers fun family activities including arts and crafts for children, horse and pony rides for children and adults, interactive educational booths and a thrilling equestrian […]
There are so many wonderful area parks in Central Kentucky. This great playground and park guide will help you find unique parks, great playgrounds, fun areas to explore, biking and hiking trails, dog parks and more! Keep watching because more park and playground guides are added all the time!
SUN Bucks is a new grocery benefit available across most of the U.S. Families with eligible school-aged children can get $120 per child to buy groceries during the summer. SUN Bucks may have a different name depending on your location. Families can receive SUN Bucks on top of other benefits like SNAP and WIC, and […]
The Bluegrass Fair Returns and Springs into Summer June 6-16th, 2024 The Lexington Lions Club proudly presents the 63rd annual Bluegrass Fair at Lexington’s Masterson Station Park for eleven fun-filled nights, showcasing an “all-new” entertainment line-up featuring Lady Houdini – The World’s Premier Female Escape Artist! This year’s fair will also feature: Sea Lion Splash – […]
VBS Information is here! Check out local Vacation Bible Schools in Central KY this summer. Many are open for ages 3 or 4 through 5th grade. Be sure to check specific birthday and age restrictions when you register. If you have a Bible School to add please email lexfun4kids@gmail.com Watch for more listings for Summer 2024 […]
Enjoy FREE Fishing Weekend in Kentucky! June 1 – 2, 2024- No fishing license is required in the state for all ages. Every year Kentucky offers free fishing days the first weekend in June (June 1 – 2, 2024). On free fishing days no license (including the Kentucky trout permit) is required of residents or […]
Truck-a-Palooza, the city’s annual touch-a-truck event, is back and will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2024, between 10 a.m. and noon at Fredrick Douglass High School. This event is open to all ages and is free to the public. June 8 | 10 a.m. – noon (sensory hour is 9 – 10 a.m.)Frederick Douglass […]
Summer is full of great music events all around Central KY! Many are FREE and great for all ages. Tuesdays Big Band and Jazz at Moondance Amphitheater and Ecton Park FREE The return of spring means the return of one of Lexington’s longest-running and most beloved concert series – Big Band & Jazz. With […]
Each year Thomas the Train visits the Kentucky Railway Museum in New Haven, KY! It’s a great event for little ones and a great chance to spend a day having lots of family fun! Recently, Lex Fun 4 Kids writer Jennifer and her son visited and have some tips for you! Top 10 “Day Out […]
‘Pop’ on board a train ride adventure with Thomas the Tank Engine! Day Out With Thomas: Bubble Tour is heading to heritage railways across the country with loads of bubble themed games and activities! Enjoy live entertainment, photo ops, the exclusive gift shop, photo ops, lawn games and so much more. Take a real train […]
The Kentucky Horse Park Foundation is proud to announce the return of the Kentucky Horse Park Run/Walk Club on May 27, 2024 through September 2, 2024! Meeting every Monday evening from 4:30-7:00 at the KHP Visitor Center, the Park welcomes the community to explore the grounds free of charge! A specific route is marked for […]
Celebrate your child’s birthday with an Ice Skating Party at the Lexington Ice Center! Our Ice Skating Birthday Package ($239) includes: Please check our public skating times and party room time tab before selecting your day Contact lexingtonicecenter@windstream.net(859) 269-5681 or (859) 269-5686 Address 560 Eureka SpringsLexington, KY 40517
Enjoy a variety of carnival rides and food at Fayette Mall! Big Rock Amusements has a Spring Carnival to enjoy through May 5th, 2024. The event is set up behind the mall. Carnival Hours Monday – Thursday 5 pm – 9 pm Friday 5 pm – 10 pm Saturday 1 pm – 11 pm Sunday […]