So happy it’s Thursday! Who’s ready for the weekend? Us too! And there are several things to DO.

Plus, we’ve got tickets to give away for The Knockout Tour: Violet vs Gottmik at Mercury Ballroom on 12/11. ENTER TO WIN!

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Grammy-nominated duo Black Violin redefine the possibilities of music by merging classical depth with hip-hop’s pulse. See for yourself on 2/5 at the Brown Theatre. Tickets are now on sale.

• Trisha Yearwood brings her Christmastime: 12 Days of Christmas Tour to the Louisville Palace on Saturday, 12/20. Expect holiday classics, seasonal highlights, and that powerhouse voice in full glow. A warm, big-theater way to start your Christmas week.*

• Leela James brings her own brand of soul, inspired by the masters, to Old Forester’s Paristown Hall on 3/15. Get tix for her 2BEHONEST Tour now.

• America has amassed a slew of hits in their 55+ year career. They embark on their Happy Trails Tour next year and will be making a stop at the Kentucky Center’s Whitney Hall on 4/2. Grab your tickets now.

• Grammy Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning singer and instrumentalist Rhiannon Giddens returns to the Ville on 4/19 at Old Forester’s Paristown Hall. Tickets now available.

BREAKFAST AND BRUNCH IN THE VILLE

Taking friends or family out for brunch in Louisville is always a delight — whether you’re craving indulgent Southern comfort or something a little more sophisticated. From the warm, casual vibe of Highland Morning or Eggs Over Frankfort to the more elevated experience of Morning Fork or the newly-opened Hen House Cafe’ & Provisions, Louisville’s brunch scene has you covered. So catch up over mimosas and enjoy the most important meal of the day!

THIS WEEKEND

LOCALS ONLY

• New trailer released for Gus Van Sant film shot in Louisville, Dead Man’s Wire.

• Yes, there are a LOT of Light Up festivals around the Louisville area this weekend. But there are plenty more places to see holiday lights in the city.

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