McDonald’s Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Community members are invited to celebrate the grand opening of a new locally owned and operated McDonald’s restaurant in Louisville with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, May 12 from 10am-12pm.
The new restaurant, owned and operated by Jon Peter, will open with 55 crew members and 10 managers. During the ceremony, Peter will announce monetary donations to local organizations and launch weekly Family Nights, featuring $2.49 Happy Meals every Tuesday from 5 -7 pm.
The celebration will include McDonald’s merchandise giveaways, inflatable play equipment for kids, a TV raffle on opening day, weekly raffles throughout May, menu item and dessert samples, and a free small specialty beverage promotion from May 4 to 9.
Event Details What: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for McDonald’s Grand Opening When: Monday, May 12, 10 a.m. to noon Where: McDonald’s, 6703 Rocky Lane, Louisville, KY 40228 Who: Jon Peter, McDonald’s Owner/Operator; Bru Peter, McDonald’s Owner/Operator; Susan Skolnick of Ronald McDonald House Louisville; Tyler Groves of Whitefield Academy; Hunter Sheperd of Scout Troop #341; and John Ramsey, Director of City Partnerships for Louisville
This new McDonald’s restaurant will be Jon Peter’s nineth location. Jon is a third-generation Owner/Operator, as his father and grandfather opened their first McDonald’s restaurant in 1974 in Radcliff, KY. Jon and his brother, Bru, will soon own and operate a total of 16 McDonald’s locations across Kentucky. 100% of Louisville McDonald’s are locally owned and operated, and 1 in 3 Louisville owner/operators began their careers as McDonald’s employees.
The event is free and open to the public.

Local Event: New McDonald's Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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New McDonald's Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

McDonald’s Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Community members are invited to celebrate the grand opening of a new locally...

Tempo by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu 710 E Jefferson St Louisville, KY 40202

North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter, mystery, and audience-driven intrigue. Enjoy a full dinner while a hilarious crime unfolds around you—but stay alert. The culprit is hiding in plain sight, and before the night is over, you could find yourself named a Prime Suspect.
Now playing at Tempo by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu in Louisville, KY, this murder mystery dinner experience is unlike traditional dinner theater. Our professional actors are not in costume and are secretly planted among the guests, creating a modern, social, and highly interactive evening. Each ticket includes our signature live murder mystery show, a complete dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of unexpected twists. Reserve your tickets now and crack the case before it’s too late.
Planning a group celebration or private event in Louisville? We specialize in custom private shows for companies, parties, and organizations of nearly any size—hosted at our public venue or brought directly to your location. Perfect for team outings, corporate events, and unforgettable celebrations.Happens on the following Dates: May 16, 2026, 6:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada) May 30, 2026, 6:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/139874/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Louisville, KY

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery...

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Planet of the Tapes

Louisville comedy powerhouse and Louisville Laughs favorite Lucious Williams is taping a comedy special!
 Be there on Saturday, May 16, for a fantastic night of comedy, and be a part of Louisville comedy history.
 Lucious is a regular performer at clubs and venues all over Louisville.Happens on the following Dates:
<ul><li>May 16, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>May 16, 2026, 9:45pm to 11:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li></ul><a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/145637/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

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Louisville comedy powerhouse and Louisville Laughs favorite Lucious Williams is taping a comedy special!
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Cliffside Playground and Sprayground -Broad Run Park

Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!
Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos FREE snacks at the finish line! Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 &amp; Under are only $17!
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
More Than a Run Because we’re all about fun, family-friendly events that welcome every pace and fitness level. This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you're chasing a PR or just showing up for the fun, we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way.
Run your race, your way.
5k/10k/Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/138984/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Louisville

Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Louisville

 Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the...

Second Presbyterian Church

DERBY CITY CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL RETURNS FOR SEASON FIVE
Three Concerts May 17, 19, and 21 at Second Presbyterian Church


The Derby City Chamber Music Festival, led by Artistic Director Nicholas Finch, returns for its fifth season this May with three concerts presented at Second Presbyterian Church (3701 Old Brownsboro Rd.) on May 17, 19, and 21, 2026.

All performances are free to attend, with a suggested donation of $40 for adults and $10 for students. Audiences are encouraged to reserve seats in advance at <a href="https://derbycitychamberfest.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">derbycitychamberfest.org</a>.

The 2026 festival brings together an international roster of acclaimed artists alongside leading musicians from Louisville. Guest artists include Avery Fisher Grant-winning violinist Giora Schmidt, pianist Adam Golka, violinist Stephen Miahky of the Blair Quartet, violist Andrew Gonzales of the Jasper String Quartet, and cellist Michael Nicolas of Brooklyn Rider, along with performers from the Louisville Orchestra and the broader regional music community.

The Derby City Chamber Music Festival continues its mission to present chamber music in an accessible and community-centered format, bringing together artists from across the country to perform alongside musicians from Louisville.

“Our goal is to bring together artists and audiences in a shared experience of discovery,” says Nicholas Finch, Artistic Director. “These programs reflect both the depth of the chamber music repertoire and the collaborative spirit that defines the festival.”

FESTIVAL PROGRAMMING
Concert One: String Theory / Indivisible by Four Sunday, May 17 at 3:00 PM
The festival opens with a program dedicated to some of the greatest chamber music for strings, bringing together artists from leading ensembles to perform in newly assembled configurations. The program includes Janáček’s String Quartet No. 1, inspired by Tolstoy’s The Kreutzer Sonata, Schubert’s “Rosamunde” Quartet, and Schoenberg’s Verklärte Nacht for string sextet.

Concert Two: Concertomania! / The Soloist as Hero Tuesday, May 19 at 7:30 PM
The second program traces the evolution of the concerto, from Baroque concerto grosso to the modern conception of the soloist. The program features Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 5, Chausson’s Poème (starring pianist and composer Sebastian Chang), Copland’s Clarinet Concerto (featuring violinist Giora Schmidt and Louisville Orchestra principal clarinetist Andrea Levine), and Stravinsky’s Suite from Pulcinella.

Concert Three: War Horses Thursday, May 21 at 7:30 PM
The festival concludes with a program of some of the most popular and beloved works of the chamber music repertoire, including Mendelssohn’s Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Dvořák’s Terzetto in C major, and Brahms’ Piano Quintet in F minor, featuring pianist Adam Golka. 
ADMISSION &amp; DETAILS
All concerts take place at Second Presbyterian Church at 3701 Old Brownsboro Rd. and are free to attend, with a voluntary suggested donation. Seating is limited, and reservations are encouraged.
For full details and to reserve seats, visit: derbycitychamberfest.org

Local Event: Derby City Chamber Music Festival

Derby City Chamber Music Festival

DERBY CITY CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL RETURNS FOR SEASON FIVE
Three Concerts May 17, 19, and 21 at Second Presbyterian Church


The...

McDonald's

Join the second annual McDonald’s “Jella Archways to Arts Scholarship” celebration for three Louisville high school students.&nbsp;The celebration will unveil and award three $1K scholarships to winners of the Mural Program, where high school art students design a mural based on the 2026 theme, "Through the Archways: My community, My Future.” The selected artwork will be displayed in a Jella McDonald’s for a year throughout Louisville, and each school art department is also awarded $500.McDonald’s owner/operator Nagendra Jella will be onsite as well as the three student winners from Atherton High School, PRP High School and Parker St. Francis, and their art teachers.

Local Event: McDonald’s “Jella Archways to Arts Scholarship” Celebration 

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Join the second annual McDonald’s “Jella Archways to Arts Scholarship” celebration for three Louisville high school...

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L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium

Looking for your next opportunity? Whether you're a seasoned professional looking to climb the corporate ladder or a recent graduate eager to kickstart your career, this hiring event puts you face-to-face with employers who are actively hiring. Skip the endless applications and make real connections that move your career forward. <a href="https://jobfairsnearme.com/job_fairs/jobnewslouisville-dot-com-job-fair-may-20th-may-20-2026?utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=organic" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register today!</a>
Employers: Crown Staffing, Dress for Success, FedEx, iHeart Media Group, Indiana University Southeast, ISCO Industries, Louisville Department of Corrections, Louisville Metro Government, Metro Animal Services, New Albany / Floyd County Schools, River City Bank, Shaw Secure Solutions LLC, Signature Healthcare, Southern Indiana / Kentuckiana Works, Star Construction LLC, The Brook Hospitals, US Army, Vaco, Walden Behavior Solutions, Winterwood, WorkMatch, Zoom Group, and more...
✔ Free admission and parking ✔ Bring multiple copies of your resume ✔ Dress professionally – first impressions count!
Interested in Recruiting? Are you looking for qualified candidates to fill your positions? Job News Job Fairs are the perfect place to meet hundreds of potential candidates, network with employers, and increase your company's exposure. For more information, call (502) 412-7500.

Local Event: Job News Louisville Job Fair | Multi-Industry Hiring Event

Job News Louisville Job Fair | Multi-Industry...

Looking for your next opportunity? Whether you're a seasoned professional looking to climb the corporate ladder or a recent...

Job News Louisville Job Fair | Multi-Industry Hiring Event

The Arterburn

Join the Chamber St. Matthews for the Inspire Speaker Series featuring Stachelle Bussey, Founder &amp; Executive Director of The Hope Buss, a Louisville nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals and families to create lasting change in their communities. Through programs focused on food security, wellness, education, workforce development, and housing, The Hope Buss helps people transform their lives and strengthen the neighborhoods they call home.
Now in its seventh year, the Inspire Series highlights an accomplished local businesswoman who shares her experiences, challenges, and insights. The series is designed to uplift, connect, and inspire our community through real stories and meaningful engagement. 
Advanced registration is required.Visit Inspire online, call 502-899-2523, or email amandah@thechamberstmatthews.com with questions or to register.

Local Event: Inspire Speaker Series to Feature Stachelle Bussey, The Hope Buss

Inspire Speaker Series to Feature Stachelle...

Join the Chamber St. Matthews for the Inspire Speaker Series featuring Stachelle Bussey, Founder & Executive Director of The...

Inspire Speaker Series to Feature Stachelle Bussey, The Hope Buss

Tempo by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu

TEN20 Craft Brewery

Comics from across the region compete to be named the Funniest Person In Louisville for 2026 in Amateur and Semi-Pro categories. The audience helps decide who advances. Special appearance by Lena Beamish. Enjoy a night of laughter, craft beer, pizza, nachos and more.

Local Event: Funniest Person In Louisville qualifier #2

Funniest Person In Louisville qualifier #2

Comics from across the region compete to be named the Funniest Person In Louisville for 2026 in Amateur and Semi-Pro...

Comics from across the region compete to be named the Funniest Person In Louisville for 2026 in Amateur and Semi-Pro categories.
The audience helps decide who advances. Special appearance by Keith McGill.
Enjoy a night of laughter, craft beer, pizza, nachos and more.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/146120/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Funniest Person In Louisville qualifier #3

Funniest Person In Louisville qualifier #3

The 2026 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run will take place on Saturday, June 6 or Sunday, June 7. T-shirts are available for a limited time. Children sizes, too! Tickets are available online. Can't participate! You can still donate and/or create a fundraising page!
Visit: <a href="https://salgi.app.neoncrm.com/campaigns/2026salgivirtual" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">virtual.SALGI.org</a>
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit.

Local Event: Louisville, KY: Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run

Louisville, KY: Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run

The 2026 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run will take place on Saturday, June 6 or Sunday, June 7. T-shirts are available for a...

The Funniest Person In Louisville contest is back and bigger for 2026.
Standup comics from across the region compete to be named Louisville's Funniest in Amateur and Semi-Pro categories.
The audience helps decide who advances to the semifinals. Special appearance by Will McKenzie.
Come out for a night of laughter, craft beer, pizza, nachos and more.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/146132/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp;&nbsp;More Info</a>

Local Event: Funniest Person In Louisville qualifier #4

Funniest Person In Louisville qualifier #4

The Funniest Person In Louisville contest is back and bigger for 2026.
Standup comics from across the region compete to be...

Comics from across the region compete to be named the Funniest Person In Louisville for 2026 in Amateur and Semi-Pro categories.
The audience helps decide who advances. Special appearance by Danny Hucks.
Enjoy a night of laughter, craft beer, pizza, nachos and more.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/146133/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp;&nbsp;More Info</a>

Local Event: Funniest Person In Louisville qualifier #5

Funniest Person In Louisville qualifier #5

Cherokee Park

Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!
Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Great snacks at the finish line! Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 &amp; Under are only $17!
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
More Than a Run Because we’re all about fun, family-friendly events that welcome every pace and fitness level. This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you're chasing a PR or just showing up for the fun, we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way.
Run your race, your way.
5k/10k/15k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/138756/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Treat Trot-Louisville

Treat Trot-Louisville

Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the...

<h4><a href="https://louisvillezoo.org/event/trivia-night-wild-world-of-disney-2026-06-17/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Trivia Night – Wild World of Disney</a></h4>
June 17, 2026 @ 6:30 pm
Put on your thinking cap (or favorite pair of Mickey ears) for this wild night of trivia. You’ll have to do more than wish upon a star to take the top prize.
Advance purchase required. 
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. | Trivia begins at 7:00 p.m.
Join us after-hours for a wild, themed trivia game. These fun-filled evenings will feature music, prizes and of course, trivia! Food and drink specials will be available. Prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third place teams. Evening hosted by Louisville Trivia. 
Prices
Individual ticket: $25 
Team of 4: $80 
Team of 8: $160
Notes:
<ul>
 <li>Eight is the maximum number of members you can have on one team.</li>
 <li>This event is for guests ages 21 and older. No children will be admitted.</li>
 <li>Outside alcohol will not be permitted.</li>
 <li>There are no refunds, rainchecks or discounts for this special experience.</li>
</ul>
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July 15, 2026 @ 6:30 pm
Summer is heating up! Sparks will fly at this wild night of trivia based on book boyfriends from fan-favorite novels across all genres of romance.
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August 12, 2026 @ 6:30 pm
You can guess, but we won’t tell you! Join us for a wild night of trivia with a super-secret theme. Don’t worry—we promise it’s a good one.
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September 2, 2026 @ 6:30 pm
Put on your thinking cap (or favorite pair of Mickey ears) for this wild night of trivia. You’ll have to do more than wish upon a star to take the top prize.
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November 18, 2026 @ 6:30 pm
Only the greatest detectives will be able to solve the mystery. Answer trivia questions and put together clues to figure out ZOOdunnit.
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December 16, 2026 @ 6:30 pm
Don your ugliest holiday sweater and test your knowledge for this wildly festive reindeer game.

Local Event:  Louisville Zoo Trivia Nights (June theme: Wild World of Disney)

 Louisville Zoo Trivia Nights (June theme: Wild...

Trivia Night – Wild World of Disney
June 17, 2026 @ 6:30 pm
Put on your thinking cap (or favorite pair of Mickey ears) for this...

 Louisville Zoo Trivia Nights (June theme: Wild World of Disney)

North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter, mystery, and audience-driven intrigue. Enjoy a full dinner while a hilarious crime unfolds around you—but stay alert. The culprit is hiding in plain sight, and before the night is over, you could find yourself named a Prime Suspect. Now playing at Tempo by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu in Louisville, KY, this murder mystery dinner experience is unlike traditional dinner theater. Our professional actors are not in costume and are secretly planted among the guests, creating a modern, social, and highly interactive evening. Each ticket includes our signature live murder mystery show, a complete dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of unexpected twists. Reserve your tickets now and crack the case before it’s too late. Planning a group celebration or private event in Louisville? We specialize in custom private shows for companies, parties, and organizations of nearly any size—hosted at our public venue or brought directly to your location. Perfect for team outings, corporate events, and unforgettable celebrations.

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