So happy it’s Thursday! The weekend is knocking, but you don't have to stand around waiting for it to come inside. Go meet it halfway. We've got a few ideas.

You could win tickets to see Down Rodeo (a tribute to Rage Against the Machine) with Stone Tribute Pilots (an STP tribute), 9/4 at Mercury Ballroom. ENTER TO WIN!

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• Experience the music and the legend! Heartbreak Hotel brings Elvis Presley’s incredible journey to life with over 40 unforgettable hits, from his humble beginnings to the iconic '68 Comeback Special. On stage now through 9/27 at Derby Dinner Playhouse. Enter to win a 4-pack of tickets!*

• Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, The Record Company, Samantha Fish and Tab Benoit bring serious guitar mileage to Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, 9/18-20. Enter for a chance to win two VIP tickets, a Hotel Telluride stay and transportation from Montrose airport to Telluride. The craft beer program has done its homework. ENTER TO WIN.*

• Children and families are invited to the 10th annual Be My Neighbor Day, featuring a wide range of activities, 9/13 at E.P. “Tom” Sawyer State Park. Get info.

• There’s more family fun to be had at Gilda’s Old Fashioned Game Day, 9/26 at Gilda’s West. Get a rundown of events here.

• The Heavy Heavy brings the spirit of 60s and 70s rock and blues to Zanzabar on 11/15. The Point opens the show. Tix are now available.

• Rev up your chainsaws, because Jackyl is back at Mercury Ballroom on 12/2. Tickets are on sale now.

FAIR WARNING

It’s last call, y’all! For the Kentucky State Fair, that is. This weekend is your final chance to squeeze in all the fried food, midway thrills, live music, giant vegetables, adorable animals, and wonderfully weird fair fun your heart can handle. So grab the crew, loosen the belt a notch, and make one last lap around the Fair before the lights go down for another year. Our guide can help you get the most out of your visit.

THIS WEEKEND

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• Today is National Burger Day over in the UK (ours is actually in May) and, of course, that got us thinking about Louisville’s Best Burgers.

• Taking a look at seven stunning small towns in Kentucky, according to the World Atlas.

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