12 Things To Do In Louisville This March

Buckle up, Louisville.

Spring has almost sprung, and we've got a dozen can't-miss events happening this March.

Before you know it, we'll be dining outdoors, enjoying the best patios in town, and kicking back at the inaugural Gazebo Fest.

Check out this list of things to do in March and cross your fingers for a season of clear skies and warm weather. (We can dream, okay??!?!?)
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Racing Louisville Home Opener
Saturday, March 16Lynn Family Stadium | $19+ | 4 p.m.It’s time to bust out your purple gear. Louisville’s top-tier professional women’s soccer team takes on the Orlando Pride in the opening game of the 2024 season.

Racing Louisville Home Opener

Saturday, March 16
Lynn Family Stadium | $19+ | 4 p.m.
It’s time to bust out your purple gear. Louisville’s top-tier professional women’s soccer team takes on the Orlando Pride in the opening game of the 2024 season.
Tailspin Ale FestSaturday, March 2Bowman Field | $55+ | 3 p.m.The 11th annual beer festival returns to Bowman Field to celebrate the end of cold weather season with over 50 breweries and 250 brews from across the country. Plus, check out silent disco and stop by and say hi to your friendly LEO Weekly staff.

Tailspin Ale Fest

Saturday, March 2
Bowman Field | $55+ | 3 p.m.
The 11th annual beer festival returns to Bowman Field to celebrate the end of cold weather season with over 50 breweries and 250 brews from across the country. Plus, check out silent disco and stop by and say hi to your friendly LEO Weekly staff.
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Saturday, March 9Downtown-Highlands | Free | 3 p.m.
The 51st annual parade hosted by the Ancient Order of Hibernians begins in downtown Louisville and finishes in the Highlands, with thousands of people lining the route and celebrating the Irish spirit. If you’re looking for the best spot to watch, head to Baxter Ave. so you can hit up the nearest Irish pub when the last vehicle pulls away.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Saturday, March 9
Downtown-Highlands | Free | 3 p.m.
The 51st annual parade hosted by the Ancient Order of Hibernians begins in downtown Louisville and finishes in the Highlands, with thousands of people lining the route and celebrating the Irish spirit. If you’re looking for the best spot to watch, head to Baxter Ave. so you can hit up the nearest Irish pub when the last vehicle pulls away.
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Girl Crush at ARTPORTAL
All monthPORTALWomen’s History Month is the perfect time to take in a group exhibition of visual art by local and regional women artists. The opening reception takes place March 1 with performances from female musicians like Shimona. The exhibition will run all month long.

Girl Crush at ARTPORTAL

All month
PORTAL
Women’s History Month is the perfect time to take in a group exhibition of visual art by local and regional women artists. The opening reception takes place March 1 with performances from female musicians like Shimona. The exhibition will run all month long.
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Visit Women-Owned RestaurantsCelebrate women’s history month by visiting some of your favorite best woman-owned restaurants. We highly suggest checking out Cask Southern Kitchen for dinner, grabbing drinks at Trouble Bar, and finishing the night with a round of karaoke at Miki’s.

Visit Women-Owned Restaurants

Celebrate women’s history month by visiting some of your favorite best woman-owned restaurants. We highly suggest checking out Cask Southern Kitchen for dinner, grabbing drinks at Trouble Bar, and finishing the night with a round of karaoke at Miki’s.
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Louisville Comedy Festival
Friday, March 15
KFC Yum! Center | $63+ | 8 p.m.An uproarious night of laughter is in store with a lineup of comedic heavyweights, including the sharp and witty Sommore, the larger-than-life Lavell Crawford, the quick-witted Bill Bellamy, the irreverent Don DC Curry, and the electric Tony Roberts.

Louisville Comedy Festival

Friday, March 15
KFC Yum! Center | $63+ | 8 p.m.
An uproarious night of laughter is in store with a lineup of comedic heavyweights, including the sharp and witty Sommore, the larger-than-life Lavell Crawford, the quick-witted Bill Bellamy, the irreverent Don DC Curry, and the electric Tony Roberts.
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Burgoo Bash
Saturday, March 16
Slugger Field “Hall of Fame” | $20+ | 3 p.m.Against the Grain’s 3rd Annual Burgoo Bash is happening at Slugger Field. Tickets include all-you-can-eat samples of the unique Kentucky stew. All proceeds benefit the Apron Inc. non-profit.

Burgoo Bash

Saturday, March 16
Slugger Field “Hall of Fame” | $20+ | 3 p.m.
Against the Grain’s 3rd Annual Burgoo Bash is happening at Slugger Field. Tickets include all-you-can-eat samples of the unique Kentucky stew. All proceeds benefit the Apron Inc. non-profit.
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Nulu Bock Fest
Saturday, March 23Nulu | No cover | 12 p.m.
Drink locally brewed bock beers and enjoy the famous goat races on Market Street when the Nulu Bock and Wurst Fest returns for its 7th year.

Nulu Bock Fest

Saturday, March 23
Nulu | No cover | 12 p.m.
Drink locally brewed bock beers and enjoy the famous goat races on Market Street when the Nulu Bock and Wurst Fest returns for its 7th year.
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Wild Lights at Louisville Zoo
Saturday, March 23-May 19
The popular lantern festival is back and brighter than ever. See nature come to life with interactive moving displays and explore ancient Chinese myths and legends. This year features all-new illuminated archways and larger-than-life displays. Tickets start at $16.

Wild Lights at Louisville Zoo

Saturday, March 23-May 19
The popular lantern festival is back and brighter than ever. See nature come to life with interactive moving displays and explore ancient Chinese myths and legends. This year features all-new illuminated archways and larger-than-life displays. Tickets start at $16.
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The Flea Off Market in NULU
Saturday, March 301000 E. Market St. | Time T.B.AThe warm weather flea market season is just around the corner. Don’t miss this community showcase of artists, craftspersons, collectors, entrepreneurs, farmers, food trucks, and musicians.
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The Flea Off Market in NULU

Saturday, March 30
1000 E. Market St. | Time T.B.A
The warm weather flea market season is just around the corner. Don’t miss this community showcase of artists, craftspersons, collectors, entrepreneurs, farmers, food trucks, and musicians.
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Louisville Bats Opening Night
Friday, March 29Slugger Field | 7:15 p.m.
Join the Louisville Bats for Opening Night as they take on the Indianapolis Indians. From 6-9 p.m. you can enjoy $1 Miller Lite Drafts. Make sure to stick around for the post-game fireworks show.

Louisville Bats Opening Night

Friday, March 29
Slugger Field | 7:15 p.m.
Join the Louisville Bats for Opening Night as they take on the Indianapolis Indians. From 6-9 p.m. you can enjoy $1 Miller Lite Drafts. Make sure to stick around for the post-game fireworks show.
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”India” at Speed Art Museum
A rare collection of resplendent thrones, courtly love, and elephants is now on display. The collection is on loan from the San Diego Museum of Art and is the first exhibition of South Asian art in the 97-year history of the Speed Art Museum.

”India” at Speed Art Museum


A rare collection of resplendent thrones, courtly love, and elephants is now on display. The collection is on loan from the San Diego Museum of Art and is the first exhibition of South Asian art in the 97-year history of the Speed Art Museum.
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