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Daily Email - Monday - 10/13/2025
Happy Monday! Remember, we’re less than 80 hours away from Friday, so keep your hands and feet inside this newsletter at all times and let’s get rollin’!
To kick the week off right, we’ve got your shot to score tickets to see Otis Gibbs & His Band, with Danny Flanigan, 10/26 at Zanzabar. ENTER TO WIN!
JUST ANNOUNCED
Fool House - The Ultimate 90's Party is bringing the 90's VMA's Tour to Mercury Ballroom on 1/23, with music from NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, Eminem, Britney Spears, Madonna, and more! Get tickets today.
As political correctness suffocates and squeezes the last drop of fun from popular culture, four men return to boldly plant their flag in the name of heavy metal. Yes, Steel Panther is back on 12/6 at Mercury Ballroom. Tix now on sale.
Enjoy a wickedly delightful evening of burlesque and drag at the Coven Cabaret, happening on Halloween night, 10/31, at Hi-Wire Brewing. Grab tickets now!
Louisville’s own Routine Caffeine is the main course of a big rock feast at Zanzabar 11/28, the day after Thanksgiving. Sink, My Clown Shoes, and KJ Olsen are also on the bill. Get your tickets here.
Comedian-actress-author-talk show hot Sherri Shepherd brings her Make It Make Sense Comedy Tour to Lexington Opera House on 2/27. Tix now available.
CHECK OUT THESE LOCAL HAUNTS
Photo: Ron Fisher
The Louisville and southern Indiana area is home to a variety of thrilling haunted attractions perfect for spooky-season adventures. From long-running haunted houses like The Haunted Hotel and Devil’s Attic to immersive outdoor experiences such as Grim Trails or Field of Screams, there’s no shortage of scares. The legendary Waverly Hills Sanatorium offers a chilling glimpse into the area’s haunted history with guided tours and seasonal haunted-house events. Together, these destinations make the region a hotspot for ghostly fun and Halloween excitement.
THIS WEEK
🐘 Water for Elephants
Tomorrow, 10/14-Sunday, 10/19 @ Kentucky Center’s Whitney Hall (times vary)
Nominated for seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this Broadway in Louisville presentation comes with clowns, aerialists, and more for a true circus experience.
🍽️ The Taste of Louisville
Wednesday, 10/15 @ Mellwood Arts & Entertainment Center (6-9PM)
This 51st annual tasting event brings together over 40 chefs and 20 beverage purveyors to celebrate the city’s vibrant food scene, all to benefit Feed Louisville.
😄 Kevin Hart: Acting My Age
Friday, 10/17 @ Louisville Palace (7PM)
The comedian-actor, know for numerous television appearances, comedy specials, and movie or voice roles, is back on the road for another standup tour with new material.
🎸 Grateville Dead Music Festival
Friday, 10/17-Sunday, 10/19 @ Brown-Forman Amphitheater (times vary)
Join regional Deadheads for three days of music, food, drinks, fun, and family. Artists: Keller Williams, Born Cross Eyed, The Stolen Faces, The Pranksters, and many more.
👄 The Rocky Horror Show
Every Friday & Saturday, 10/17-11/1 @ Play Louisville (8PM)
For the 12th year, Time Slip Theatre’s production of the cult classic will be a full-scale performance of live actors (no movie screening), including all the hits you know & love.
LOCALS ONLY
It’s a busy time for sports in the Ville! Stay up on all the local football, basketball, and soccer action here.
Speaking of football, the Louisville Cardinals are on the road this week. Check our guide for the best local spots to catch the game.
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“While I look up at the trees. They finish smoking. Is it time to leave? I haven’t walked the path. Searched beneath the tracks. Picked through the green glass.” - Routine Caffeine