Happy Friday! You've made it to everyone's favorite day of the week. Now the only question is how you're going to spend it. We've got a few suggestions.

First, ENTER TO WIN tickets to Southern Accents - The Ultimate Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, 8/7 at Mercury Ballroom!

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• The Crown Live In The Ville is coming to L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium on 10/24, featuring performances by Ludacris, T.I., Rick Ross and BigXThaPlug. See four of hip-hop's most recognizable artists in one night. Win a pair of pit tix!

• The opening reception for the second bi-annual Girl Crush is 7/30 at KMAC Museum. This exhibition features work from 85 local female artists. Get tickets.

• Singer-songwriter-insturmentalist Lightnin’ Luke plays the Whirling Tiger on 8/20, with special guest Yes Ma’am. Tickets now on sale.

• Indie musician Squirrel Flower has a new album out next month and an appearance at Zanzabar on 10/9. Tix available now.

• Get in the Halloween spirit for the Haunted House Party at Fourth Street LIVE! on 10/30, featuring famed British DJ D.O.D. Grab your tickets now.

TATOO YOU

It’s National Tattoo Day, the perfect excuse to add a little fresh ink to your story. Whether you're planning your very first tattoo or finally booking that design you've been saving for years, Louisville and Southern Indiana are home to talented artists and standout studios ready to bring your vision to life. Check out our guide to some of the area's best tattoo shops, then wear your local pride on your sleeve—literally..

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• Two Louisville ice cream shops (and one in Lexington) are in the running for “America’s Best.”

• If you missed celebrating Bastille Day earlier this week, this weekend may be a good time to check out one of Louisville’s great French restaurants.

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