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Daily Email - Thursday - 10/02/2025

October 02, 2025

So happy it’s Thursday! And October! ENTER TO WIN a 30-day supply of CBD Gummies from 502 Hemp. And celebrate 502 Hemp’s 7th anniversary 10/16-10/19. Just use code Ann20 to save 20% off your order and stock up for all your Halloween get-togethers!*

JUST ANNOUNCED

  • In search of a new career? Then you’ll want to hit up the Louisville Job Fair multi-industry hiring event going on at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium on 10/15. Get a list of employers and more details here.

  • Gather your spirits, unleash your inner mixologist, craft the perfect Halloween cocktails, and Get Spooky at Liquor Lab on 10/24 & 10/25. Reserve your spot.

  • For some crafting of a different kind, KMAC Museum hosts a Holiday Crafting Workshop on 11/18, teaching you how to create gifts and more. Register now.

  • Hailing from the mountains of North Carolina, alt rockers Cigarettes @ Sunset merge Appalachian angst with pop, outlaw country, and punk to create their unique sound. Catch them at Zanzabar on 11/21. Tickets on sale now!

  • Jump- America’s Van Halen Experience pays tribute to the David Lee Roth era of VH. And they’re set to rock Manchester Music Hall on 1/22. Tix now available.

TOP PICKS FOR OCTOBER

October in Louisville is a magical time, brimming with fall colors, festive vibes, and plenty of things to see and do. And we’ve assembled some of our Top Picks for the month!

  • Start your weekend with the St. James Court Art Show, where over 600 artists line the streets of Old Louisville for a juried fine art and crafts showcase.

  • Wander through the Jack O’ Lantern Spectacular in Iroquois Park, a glowing walk among 5,000+ artist-carved pumpkins and Halloween scenes.

  • Dive into spooky fun with Boo at the Zoo, when the Louisville Zoo transforms into a storybook-themed Halloween haven for kids and families.

  • For theater lovers, catch Water for Elephants at the Kentucky Center — a dazzling stage adaptation of the best-selling novel that’s getting major buzz.

  • Not to mention soccer, football, basketball, and TONS of concerts! Check our guide for all of our October Top Picks.

THIS WEEKEND

🎶 The Bob James Quartet

Saturday, 10/4 @ Louisville Memorial Auditorium (6-11PM)

From St. James to Bob James. See the legendary quartet immediately following the Art Show. Special performances from the UofL Faculty and Student Jazz Ensembles. Get 20% off tickets with code DO502.*

✈️ Bowman Fest

Saturday, 10/4-Sunday, 10/5 @ Bowman Field (10AM-5PM)

The festival returns with more vintage aircraft, an aerobatic air show, military displays, a 5K run/walk, family-fun activities, and more.

🎨 Artists and Afros 2025

Saturday, 10/4-Sunday, 10/5 @ Norton Sports and Learning Center (12-6PM)

This second annual event promises and an even more vibrant celebration of art, culture, and community. Plus, soulful live jazz from Erica Deane.

🏈 Louisville Cardinals Football vs Virginia

Saturday, 10/4 @ L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium (3:30PM)

After that big comeback win against Pitt, the Cards are back home to face the Cavaliers who are coming off a big OT win against Florida State. Plus, it’s Kids Day and Spirit Day.

🛼 Louisville Roller Derby Double-Header

Saturday, 10/4 @ Triple Crown Pavilion (4PM)

For their 20th anniversary season, the LRD junior team takes on the Vette City juniors, followed by the LRD Bourbon Brawlers battling Vette City Roller Derby.

LOCALS ONLY

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