- Do502
- Posts
- Daily Email - Thursday - 05/01/2025
Daily Email - Thursday - 05/01/2025
Aaaah… May is here AND it’s Thurby! Doesn’t get much better than that! Unless we throw in your chance to win tickets to see LouCity FC take on the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC at Lynn Family Stadium on 5/10. ENTER TO WIN NOW!
JUST ANNOUNCED
Dropout Improv features a variety of comedians from the indie streaming series on tour this summer. And they’ll be making a stop at the Louisville Palace on 6/5. Tickets are on sale now!
Magic Rockers of Texas are on the road for their Gorging on American Fare Tour and will be making a stop at The Whirling Tiger on Monday, 5/5. J. Graves is also on the bill. Enter now to win tickets + band merch!
One of the finest groups of bluegrass musicians around, The Del McCoury Band, plays the Lexington Opera House on 8/21. Get your tickets today!
Indie singer-songwriter Felly kicks off his For The Crows Tour right here in Louisville this fall, with a show at Headliners on 9/23. Tix now on sale.
Is it too early to start thinking about Halloween? We didn’t think so! Tickets are now available for Dark Castle Fest 2025 at Art Sanctuary on 10/31 and 11/1. Get ‘em now!
CONCERT PICS BY NIK VECHERY: MY MORNING JACKET
Photo: Nik Vechery
Louisville’s own My Morning Jacket wrapped up their run of five hometown shows last night at the Louisville Palace, in celebration of their new album (is) and tour. Each of the Louisville concerts featured outstanding local artists opening each night. Photographer Nik Vechery caught MMJ’s 4/26 show, with special guest Future Killer, and shared the pics with us!
DOSTUFF, PROVINCETOWN BUSINESS GUILD, AND PRIDEAWAY STAYS PRESENTS:
🌈 YOUR DREAM PTOWN PRIDE GETAWAY AWAITS! 🌈
Enter to win a Flyaway to the most vibrant Pride celebration on the East Coast! We're giving our lucky winner (and +1) a monumental Provincetown Pride weekend filled with dancing, laughter, and pure joy.
YOUR FABULOUS PRIZE INCLUDES:
✨ Tickets to the Pride Kickoff Dance Party AND Queer Comedy Showcase
✨ Two nights of luxurious accommodations (June 6-8)
✨ $600 flight credit to whisk you away to Cape Cod
Ptown isn't just any Pride - it's a historic LGBTQ+ haven that comes alive with dazzling dance parties, hilarious comedy, a bustling Pride Market, the "Feet Over Front Street" 5K, and endless opportunities to celebrate authentically YOU!
Enter now to experience the magic where the LGBTQ+ community has celebrated for generations! Your perfect Pride weekend awaits! 🏳️🌈✨*
THIS WEEKEND
🎉 Derby Party Downtown
Tonight, 5/1-Sunday, 5/4 @ Fourth Street LIVE! (times vary)
Big name performers & parties include country star Dylan Marlowe today, Two Friends tomorrow, DJ Dainjazone and Vavo on Saturday, and a Cinco de Mayo party on Sunday.
🏇 Kentucky Oaks
Tomorrow, 5/2 @ Churchill Downs (gates open 9AM)
It’s Ladies’ Day, as this race for fillies has as much history as the Derby itself. Wear your pink attire as breast cancer survivors and fighters are honored throughout the day.
💐 Paristown Derby Day Garden Party
Saturday, 5/3 @ Christy’s Garden in Paristown (12PM)
Enjoy local food and cocktails, live streaming of the races with expert handicappers on hand. Kids are welcome.
👒 Kappa Derby Day Party
Saturday, 5/3 @ Mellwood Art Center (4-10PM)
The UofL Alumni chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi hosts their annual Derby party with local food/drink, racing streams, and music from the Unlimited Show Band and DJ John Q.
💙 Flood with Love
Sunday, 5/4 @ Manchester Music Hall (2PM)
This benefit for Kentucky flood victims features an outstanding lineup of local and regional talent, including Justin Wells, Magnolia Boulevard, Candi Jenkins, and more.
LOCALS ONLY
Check out this guide to everything you need to know for Derby Weekend at the track: parking, road closures, prohibited items, and more.
Looking to be a Derby VIP (or just REALLY impress your friends)? Here are the most expensive tickets to the Kentucky Derby!
FEATURED
 |  |
“I thought I did good, but you be the judge. I closed that door and bent back the grudge. Like a worn-out coat in the pourin’ rain, I’ll take what I can and knock back the pain. You can hate me, Lord, for all my sinnin’, but I swear to God I’m goin’ down grinnin’.” - Justin Wells