What’s Happening in Louisville, Kentucky in July

July is hot in Kentucky but that doesn’t stop the outdoor fun in Louisville, Kentucky. With everything going on this month in the city, there is something for everyone.

Tuesday, July 3^rd

Fifth Third Bank Waterfront Independence Festival

This is event is Louisville’s “official” July 4th celebration, and features concerts, a kids area, and fireworks. The celebration will be held on both the 3^rd and 4^th from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Waterfront Park. For more information call (502) 574-3768 or visit the Fifth Third Bank Waterfront Independence Festival website.

Wednesday, July 4th

24^th Annual Crescent Hill Fourth of July Celebration

Crescent Hills will hold their annual Fourth of July Celebration at the Peterson Dumesnil House located at 301 South Peterson Street. The event will begin at 8:30 a.m. and will end at 10 p.m. Activities include a 5K Run/Walk, Bike Ride, car parade, food court, and arts and crafts. For additional information please visit Crescent Hill’s website.

Friday, July 6^th

First Friday Gallery Hop

Presented by the Transit Authority of River City (TARC) and Louisville’s Downtown galleries, this event takes place from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the first Friday of every month. It includes free TARC trolley rides along Main, Market, and 4th Street Corridors allowing you to visit participating galleries for artist openings, socializing, refreshments painting, sculpture, photography and glass art. For more information visit the First Friday Gallery Hop website.

Saturday, July 7^th

Summerfest Threshing Days

This event is held at Otter Creek Park, which is celebrating it’s 70th Birthday this year, and will take place on both the 7th and the 8th. Festivities will include crafts, live music, kid’s games, antique tractors, and farm equipment displays. In addition camping fees at Otter Creek Park’s campground will only be $0.37 per campsite on this weekend. For more information please visit Otter Creek Park’s website.

14^th Annual Old Louisville “Hidden Treasures” Garden Tour

This annual event will take place on both the 7^th and 8^th, and will focus on five blocks of gardens along South Third Street. The tour will feature a Victorian Carriage House, and eight private gardens. This event also includes a Silent Auction, “Art in the Garden” at the DuPont Mansion B&B;, and an exhibit of miniature trees displayed by the Greater Louisville Bonsai Society. Tickets, which cost $10 if purchased in advance or $12 the day of the tour, are good for both days of the tour. For more information please visit The Old Louisville website.

Sunday, July 8th

Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social

This Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social, which will run from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., will include activities such as musical entertainment, children’s games, a miniature train-ride, horse-drawn carriage rides, farm animal petting zoo, magical entertainment, tours of the Farnsley-Moremen House, and an ice cream eating contest. Admission to the event is free, but some activities will charge a fee. For more information please call (502) 935-6809.

Friday, July 13^th

Louisville Blues-n-Barbeque Festival

This annual event has been in existence since 1998, and will take place on both the 13^th and 14^th. Gates will be open from 5 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Friday, and from 4 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is $6 before 6 p.m. and $9 after 6 p.m. For more information call (502) 583-0333.

Friday, July 20^th

6^th Annual Lebowski Fest

This annual event will be held at Executive Strike and Spare, and will last from the 20^th until the 22^nd. This event includes costumes, trivia contests, and bowling. For more information please visit the event’s website.

Friday, July 27^th

Forecastle Festival

The Forecastle Festival will take place at Waterfront Park on the 27^th and 28^th, and will feature musicians, artists, and activists. For more information please visit the Forecastle Festival website.

Saturday, July 28^th

Gospel Show and Buffet

Joe Huber Family Fun and Restaurant will host the Melody Boys Southern Gospel Concert from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. For more information call (812) 923- 5255, or visit Joe Huber’s website.