Attractions and Destinations

Get ready for an onslaught of holiday posts, ladies and gentlemen! Around here, we are so excited that holiday season is upon us. And who can blame us? With all of the amazing things going on in and around Lexington, it's almost impossible to not get excited. We've compiled a list of all of the best things to do in Lexington this holiday season, so check it out and get to celebrating!

Southern Lights 

At the Spectacular Sights on Holiday Nights at the Kentucky Horse Park is a sight that cannot be missed. There you can see horses of light "race" in front of a cheering crowd, clear a steeplechase...

Fall in Central Kentucky means all things art, music, food, and fun at all the festivals going on around town. Here's just a sampling of the festivals and events going on in the next few weeks.

September 6-7

• Roots and Heritage Festival, September 5-7, Downtown Lexington. Rootsfestky.com

• Kentucky State BBQ Festival. 5:00pm, September 5th, 11:00 am, September 6th & 7th. Constitution Square State Historic Site, 134 S. Second St., Danville. Free admission. Kentuckybbqfestival.com

• Sadieville in September Festival. 9:00 am, September 6th, Downtown Sadieville

• Kids Fest, 11:00am, September 6, 1:00 pm, September 7, Irvine McDowell Park, Richmond, Parks.richmond.ky.us

September 8-14

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If you love world-wide events, golf, or both, then this part of the world is the place to be in August! Yes, for the third time in its rather short history, the Valhalla Golf Club in eastern Jefferson County (about 50 minutes from Lexington) is hosting the PGA Championship. That means all eyes in the sport and golf world will be trained on Central Kentucky to see who wins 2014’s fourth and last major championship of the year. The world’s best golfers will compete over 4 days in Kentucky to see who will have their name added to the prized Wanamaker Trophy and grab a piece of golf immortality. This year marks the 96th year the PGA championship has been contested.

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If you haven't done so already, make sure you get out this week and hit up one of the local eateries for the 2nd annual Lexington Restaurant Week.

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This year, 58 restaurants are participating in this popular event. Some are providing a $25 Pre-Fixe menu options, while others are providing a 2 eat for $25 menus. To see what each hotspot is offering, click here.

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When you think food in Kentucky, most out-of-towners immediately think of Kentucky Fried Chicken. While that special restaurant, which started in Corbin, KY, will always hold a special place in our hearts, real Kentuckians know that if you're looking for great fried chicken, there are plenty of other places to go, besides the Colonel's. Chevy Chaser magazine put together a list of the top 5 fried chicken spots in the Lexington area. How many have you been to? 1. Indi's 670 North Broadway, (859) 233-7985, indis-fastfood.com This Lexington restaurant has some national backing behind it. Esquire Magazine named Indi's to its "Best Late-Night Food in the USA" list, and for good reason. Indi's is a drive-thru...

If you've been to Paris, KY recently, you may have noticed a new face among the businesses there. Rooster Brewing is the first microbrewery to open it's doors to the public in the small Kentucky town.

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Opened in April 2014 at 609 Main Street, Rooster Brewing is housed in a restored 1880 Main Street Mercantile Store Front. With almost 1,800 square feet, Rooster Brewing offers brewing, tasting/tap room and a retail space. Rooster Brewing is open Thursday-Saturday from 5:00-11:00pm. For more info on what's on tap and other events, visit their Facebook or ...

Book lovers, rejoice! There's (going to be) a new library in town.

The new branch of the Lexington Public Library will be located at the corners of Palumbo Drive and Man O War Boulevard, in the building formerly occupied by the Jaguar and Land Rover dealership.

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Summer has become synonymous with lots of things to do in Central Kentucky. Here are just a few of the things going on in the next few weeks.

Berea:

4th of July Spectacular Friday, July 4th, 5:00pm-10:30pm, Berea City Park Enjoy fireworks, children's activities, live entertainment and more.

4th Annual Whippoorwill Festival Thursday, July 10th-Sunday, 13th, HomeGrown HideAways: 500 Floyd Branch Road Over 60 workshops featuring old time and traditional Appalachian living skills in a family-friendly atmosphere.  Workshops include home canning, backyard chickens, how to play the banjo, and many more. A low-cost event with free tent camping, healthy home-cooked meals, guest speakers, campfires, mountain and bluegrass music, dancing, and workshops throughout the day. For more information and a schedule of events, visit their website. 

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We're back with another edition of Milestone's Cool Places! This month, Realtors Rusty Underwood and Tyler Back headed to Red State BBQ and James Monroe Homes' model home.

Red State BBQ is a funky, road-side bbq place just off Georgetown Rd. They're known for their delicious meats, all smoked right in the back of the restaurant, and their famous sides, including their corn pudding and beer cheese grits.

James Monroe Homes is an award winning builder in the Central Kentucky area. This model home, the Tulane model, has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a full unfinished basement...

Spring has sprung in Central Kentucky and we've got a list of plenty of things you and your family can do in the coming weeks.

Lexington

Thursday Night Live, every Thursday-October 18th, 4:30-9pm, Cheapside Park

Join hundreds of fellow Lexingtonians at Thursday Night Live every Thursday now through October 18th at Cheapside Park in downtown Lexington. There will be beverages, food from local restaurants and great music by live, local bands. Bands play from 5:30pm-9pm. For a line up of the bands, click here....

From haunted trails to spooky parades, we’ve scared up a list some of the top Halloween events going on in Central Kentucky. Frankfort:

• Russ Hatter’s Murder & Mayhem Tour, October 17, 24, 30 at 7:30pm at the Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary at 1305 Germany Rd. $10 for ages 18 and older. For reservations, call 502-696-0607 or email rush@mis.net.

 

• Monster Mash Movie Night: Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein, October 26 at 7:00pm at Liberty Hall Historic Site. Bring a lawn chair or blanket....

There is no shortage of events in Central Kentucky in September! Here's a sampling of just a few things that are going on in your area!

Daniel Boone Pioneer Festival, Winchester, August 30-September 1 The festival begins with a street dance at 6:30pm Friday evening in Downtown Winchester and continues throughout the weekend with arts and crafts talent contest, a 5K run/walk and a big concert Sunday evening starting at 5:30pm at Lykins Park. For more information, visit www.danielboonepioneerfestival.com.

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