Labor Day weekend is the final holiday of the summer and there are tons of fun activities and events for everyone to enjoy. Check out the Kentucky Flea Market Labor Day Spectacular, the Paristown Labor Day Weekend Show, WorldFest, a full-blown festival to honor the diverse population and different cultures, The Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle, and more.
Here is a list of things to do around Louisville for the (last!) holiday weekend of the summer.
AUG. 30
Kentucky Flea Market Labor Day Spectacular
WHAT:Shop at the annual Labor Day Spectacular which will have more than 600 booths filled with quality dealers selling antiques, jewelry, clothes, and more.
WHEN:Aug. 30 and 31, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sept. 1, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sept. 2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE:West Wing and Pavilion at the Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane
COST:Free admission. Parking is $12.
MORE INFORMATION:kyexpo.org
22nd Annual WorldFest
WHAT:Louisville’s international festival is one of the most diverse, inclusive, and equitable events in the region, featuring three stages showcasing international, national, regional, and local performers; a vendor village with nearly 150 international-themed arts, crafts, merchandise, and food booths; A Global Village, The Parade of Cultures, children's activity zone and a naturalization ceremony pronouncing more than 300 new Americans to Louisville as new citizens.
WHERE:Belvedere, 141 N. 6th St.
WHEN:Aug. 30-Sept. 1, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sept. 2, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION:louisvilleky.gov/government/city-events/worldfest.
Turner Hutchens Band
WHAT: Sip on a Basil Hayden co*cktail, enjoy Kentucky-inspired fare from the Kitchen Table while listening to the Turner Hutchens Band. Part of the Basil Hayden Summer Concert Series. Presented by the James B. Beam Distilling Company.
WHERE: James B. Beam Distilling Company, 526 Happy Hollow Road, Clermont, Kentucky
WHEN: Aug. 30, 4-6:30 p.m.
COST: Free
MORE INFORMATION: For ages 21 and older. beamdistilling.com.
Augtoberfest
WHAT: Celebrate the end of summer and the start of fall with Augtoberfest Street Festival. Enjoy beer from Pearl Street Taphouse in the beer garden, live music from the Echoes, German-style food, booths from local businesses, and more.
WHERE: 407 Pearl St, Jeffersonville, Indiana
WHEN: Aug. 30, 5-11 p.m.
COST: Free
MORE INFORMATION: Lawn chairs are welcome. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Jeffersonville Main Street. antzmarching.com/upcoming-events.
Palette: Curated Taste, Art, Music, & Culture
WHAT:An evening of live music and poetry performances while connecting and networking with fellow artists and art enthusiasts. Performers: Brince Etter, spoken word artist; Cicily B., singer; Yons D. Jackson, producer and DJ Coop Le Moderne.
WHERE:Main Lobby, The Kentucky Center, 501 W. Main St.
WHEN:Aug. 30, 7 p.m.
COST:Free, tickets are not required
MORE INFORMATION:Presented by Kentucky Performing Arts Reach program and For the People. kentuckyperformingarts.org.
Matt Red Moore Band
WHAT: Live music, games, cold beer, co*cktails and food.
WHERE: Fourth Street Live, 411 S. Fourth St.
WHEN: Aug. 30, 7 p.m.
COST: Free
MORE INFORMATION: 4thstlive.com.
Moon Dogs
WHAT:Part of the Concerts in Warder Park. Presented by Jeffersonville Main Street and the Jeffersonville Parks Department.
WHERE:Sonny Brewster Bandstand, 109 E. Court Ave., Jeffersonville, Indiana
WHEN: Aug. 30, 7 p.m.
COST:Free.
MORE INFORMATION:Bring lawn chairs and blankets. jeffmainstreet.org.
KRM Eclect-a-fest
WHAT:Featuring the Ruen Brothers, Magda Sanchez, TVLO, and Christella.
WHERE:Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St.
WHEN:Aug. 30, 7:30 p.m.
COST:$15
MORE INFORMATION:For ages 18 and older. zanzabarlouisville.com.
Total Nonstop Action Wrestling
WHAT:TNAW: Emergence and iMPACT!
WHERE:Old Forester's Paristown Hall, 724 Brent St.
WHEN:Aug. 30 and 31, 7:30 p.m.
COST:Tickets start at $39
MORE INFORMATION:ticketmaster.com.
Kansas
WHAT:The rock band will perform songs from its nine gold albums, three multi-platinum albums, and more.
WHERE:Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Road
WHEN:Aug. 30, 7:30 p.m.
COST:Tickets start at $22
MORE INFORMATION:iroquoisamphitheater.com.
Downtown Drive-in at Waterfront Park
WHAT:Movie: "Grease." John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John star in the musical about the friendships, romances and adventures of a group of high school kids in the 1950s. Rated: (PG).
WHEN:Aug. 30. Venue opens at 8 p.m., movie begins at sunset
WHERE:Brown-Forman Amphitheater, Waterfront Park, 1301 River Road.
COST:Free
MORE INFORMATION:Ten20 Craft Brewery will have snacks and beer for purchase. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Pets are welcome on a leash. ourwaterfront.org.
AUG. 31
Paristown Labor Day Weekend Show
WHAT:Celebrate the memory of Jimmy Buffet and soak up the end of the summer season vibe at the third annual Jimmy Buffett Tribute and Trop Rock Music Festival. Featuring a stellar lineup of top Jimmy Buffett tribute artists Coral Reefer Band Alumni and Trop Rock Royalty.
Performers include:
Saturday:Krystal King, EDBH (EatDrinkBeHappy), Floating Collective, Donny Brewer Band.
Sunday:Bob Karwin, Kristie Kraus, John Frinzi, Doyle Grisham, John Frinzi, Peter Mayer Group, and ends with several Coral Reefer Band Alumni performing a Jimmy Buffett tribute.
WHERE:Christy’s Garden, 731 Brent St.
WHEN:Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, doors open at noon, shows from 1-10 p.m. both days
COST:Advance tickets, $25 each day, $45 for a 2-day ticket; at the door, $30 each day, $50 for a 2-day ticket.
MORE INFORMATION:Choose from a wide range of food and beverages from the Cafe and the Village Market Food Hall. Presented by Derby City Parrotheads and Paristown. No outside food, beverage, coolers, large bags, or weapons permitted. paristown.com.
2nd Annual Watch Hill Proper American Whiskey Festival
WHAT: Enjoy pours from more than 20 distilleries, food trucks, specialty co*cktails, live music, and a VIP ticket option.
Confirmed distilleries: Angel’s Envy, Bardstown Bourbon Co., Heaven Hill Distillery, Jack Daniel’s, Peerless Distilling, Green River, New Riff Distilling, Uncle Nearest, Buzzard’s Roost, Bushwood Spirits, Red Line Whiskey Co., Castle & Key Distillery, Blue Run Spirits, Stonestreet, Lux Row, Hartfield & Co., Augusta Distillery, Blackwood Distilling, Jim Beam, Basil Hayden, Knob Creek, Green River, Starlight and 10 Day Bourbon.
Performers: Small Time Napoleon (4 p.m.), The Aesthetic (5:15 p.m.), Insatiable Digs (6:30 p.m.), Back 2 Mac (7:45 p.m.).
WHERE: Norton Commons North Village Square, 11201 River Beauty Loop, Prospect.
WHEN: Aug. 31, 4-10 p.m.
COST: $50, $200 VIP, and includes access to Watch Hill Proper, the Whiskey Garden, the Straight from the Barrel Experience, and air-conditioned space with restrooms.
MORE INFORMATION: Must be age 21 to purchase a ticket. whpfestival.com.
High On Fire
WHAT:The heavy metal band will be performing songs from their newest release Cometh the Storm and more.
WHERE:Mercury Ballroom, 611 S. 4th St.
WHEN:Aug. 31, 8 p.m.
COST:Tickets start at $35
MORE INFORMATION:mercuryballroom.com.
Boot Scootin' Boogie Nights
WHAT:A night of 90s country music.
WHERE:Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road
WHEN:Aug. 31, 9 p.m.
COST:$15 advance, $20 day of show
MORE INFORMATION:For ages 21 and older. headlinerslouisville.com.
Sapphic Factory
WHAT:A modern queer joy dance party. A portion of proceeds from each ticket sold will benefit local LGBTQIA Charities.
WHERE:Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St.
WHEN:Aug. 31, 9 p.m.
COST:$17
MORE INFORMATION:For ages 18 and older. zanzabarlouisville.com.
Fleur De Flea Vintage Urban Market
WHAT:More than 200 vendors selling antiques, collectibles, vinyl, books, vintage clothing, handmade and repurposed furniture, and more. There will also be three pop-up bars with specialty co*cktails and local craft beer and food trucks serving a variety of food.
WHEN:Aug. 31, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE:Festival Plaza, Waterfront Park, 231 Witherspoon St.
COST:Free
MORE INFORMATION:Pets are welcome on a leash. thefleurdeflea.com/index.php/special-events/fleur-de-flea-waterfront.
Racing Louisville City vs Seattle Reign
WHAT:Women’s soccer. Fireworks after the game.
WHERE:Lynn Family Stadium, 350 Adams St.
WHEN:Aug. 31, 7:30 p.m.
COST:Tickets start at $19
MORE INFORMATION:racingloufc.com.
The All-American Rejects
WHAT:With special guest Dogpark.
WHERE:Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Road
WHEN:Aug. 31, 7:30 p.m.
COST:Tickets start at $25
MORE INFORMATION:iroquoisamphitheater.com.
Sept. 1
Goodtimers Labor Day Party
WHAT:Enjoy music from three DJs, a live band, and complimentary food and drink specials, indoors, outdoor patio, and on the rooftop. All white attire is requested but not mandatory.
WHERE:Icehouse, 226 E. Washington St.
WHEN:Sept. 1, 5-10 p.m.
COST:Tickets start at $35
MORE INFORMATION:Stylish and fitted attire required. Must be 21 and over with proper ID to enter. goodtimersentertainment.com.
Louisville Cardinal vs Tennessee Volunteers
WHAT:Women's volleyball.
WHERE:KFC Yum! Center, One Arena Plaza
WHEN:Sept. 1, 4 p.m.
COST:Tickets start at $15
MORE INFORMATION:ticketmaster.com.
Sept. 2
Mayor's Hike, Bike & Paddle
WHAT:Enjoy various fitness activities from yoga and Zumba to Tai Chi, hiking, biking, and paddling at the Mayor's Hike, Bike, and Paddle.
Hikers:This year’s hike will consist of a 4-mile walk with multiple marked turnaround points. From the Great Lawn, follow the Ohio River east to RiverPark Place and back. The furthest distance will cross the Big Four Bridge into Indiana and come back.
Bikers:Cycle from the Great Lawn through Nulu, out to Cherokee Park, and back for nearly 8.5 miles. The roads will be closed for you to safely travel to Cherokee Park and volunteers will be guiding cyclists throughout the course.
Paddlers:Will have the option of launching at the Harbor Lawn or the University of Louisville Boat Docks and paddling downstream to meet the other paddlers. This year’s paddle will go from the Harbor Lawn downriver to the McAlpine Locks, through the locks, and to the Shawnee Park Boat Ramp. All paddlers must wear a life vest. Paddles without a vest will not be permitted to go through the McAlpine Locks.
WHERE:Great Lawn, Waterfront Park
WHEN:Sept. 2, 8 a.m. There will be free fitness activities including Yoga, Tai Chi and Zumba. The Hike, Bike & Paddle will begin at 10 a.m.
COST:Free
MORE INFORMATION:louisvilleky.gov/government/city-events/mayors-hike-bike-paddle.
Reach Features news clerk Gege Reed at greed@courier-journal.com.
This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Labor Day 2024: Louisville events and celebrations in the city
