Happy Friday, 502! Let’s get all your “have to” stuff wrapped up and roll into the weekend with that “made it” energy.

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JUST ANNOUNCED

• Barry’s back! And he’s bringing a BIG bag of hits! See Manilow: The Last Lexington Concert, 3/9 at Rupp Arena. Tickets on sale now.

• Witness the world’s first all-drag Grateful Dead tribute band when BERTHA: Grateful Drag comes to Headliners on 6/17. Grab your tickets today.

• The Louisville Independent Business Alliance (LIBA) will host the ninth annual Louisville Local Business Expo on Tuesday, 1/27, at Mellwood Arts Center. Register for a booth and get more info here.

• After 12 years of teaching high school, Cory Michaelis decided drunken hecklers were easier to deal with than students. During Bad Teachers, he’ll perform classroom-related material, 4/11 at Louisville Comedy Club. Get tix.

• Marc Broussard brings his incomparable brand of soul/rock/blues/funk/R&B to Manchester Music Hall on 4/28. Tickets are now available.

HOW TO ROCK THAT V-DAY VIBE!

Not sure how to do Valentine’s Day in the Ville? Easy: let Do502 do the heavy lifting. We’re just three weeks away. Whether you’re planning a swoon-worthy date, a chill hang with your boo, or a “love is fake but fun is real” night out, the city is packed with options. From themed events and live music to creative dates and can’t-miss happenings, our guide rounds up all the ways to celebrate without overthinking it. Pick something fun, add snacks or cocktails, and boom — you’re officially crushing Valentine’s Day, Ville-style. 💘.

TONIGHT

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• Meet the members of the 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Royal Court.

• We’re getting ready to head into the last week of the month. If you’re still looking to try do the Dry January Challenge, maybe you can make it til next Saturday.

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