So happy it’s Thursday! The weekend is warming up, and so are the excuses to get out and do something. We fully support both. Here's today's roundup.

You could score tickets to see Afroman at Mercury Ballroom on 9/5. ENTER TO WIN!

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Kentucky-based indie rockers Lobotomus Possum play Zanzabar on 8/28, with special guest Blackstone Lane. Tickets available now.

• Pentatonix returns to the KFC Yum! Center this holiday season with their Christmas in the City Tour on 11/16. Tickets on sale tomorrow.

• Project Pat is bringing his Redemption Tour 2 to the Triple Crown Pavilion on 11/21. Concert proceeds go towards founding programs for the Kentucky Hip Hop Projects Inc. Get your tickets now.

• PUNCHIS PUNCHIS BANDA RAVE is where Música Regional/Banda meets EDM in a wild, high energy fusion unlike anything else. Catch it 11/7 at Mercury Ballroom. Snag your tickets.

• The Louisville Native American Artifact Show will be back at Holy Family Catholic Church on 10/10. More info here.

Stake Your Claim. Claim Your Steak!

National Filet Mignon Day is your official excuse to treat yourself to the Cadillac of steaks—tender, fancy, and thankfully requiring zero explanation to your wallet. Louisville is stacked with excellent steakhouses ready to serve up a filet worthy of the occasion, from classic Louisville staples like Pat’s Steakhouse and Del Frisco’s to the high-end, upscale feel of Jeff Ruby's or Le Moo, and plenty more. Check out our guide to Louisville’s Best Steakhouses, loosen your belt a notch, and celebrate accordingly.

THIS WEEKEND

LOCALS ONLY

• New Louisville venue set to open next week with several days of performances and events.

• The home games are winding down for both of Louisville’s professional soccer teams. Catch a match and show your support before their seasons end.

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