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Since 1989, Thunder Over Louisville has become the largest annual pyrotechnics display — and one of the top five air shows — in the country. Whether you prefer to picnic on the banks of the Ohio River in Louisville or Indiana, or sip artisanal cocktails from a rooftop bar in NuLu, LEO has you covered.

Thunder Over Louisville VIP Rooftop PartyWaterside Parking Garage | 201 N. Brook St.The official rooftop viewing party for Thunder Over Louisville, VIP tickets include tent access, beverages, private restrooms, and one parking pass (for every four tickets). In addition to the unrivaled view of the afternoon airshow and the evening fireworks, tickets sales help fund the fireworks show. Louisville Tourism
Thunder Over Louisville DocksideBelle of Louisville | 401 W. River Rd. Feel the thundering of the largest annual pyrotechnics display in America from aboard the Belle of Louisville. The dockside celebration includes admission to the steamboat, beverages, and a catered meal. Louisville Tourism
Fun-Der Viewing PartyKFC Yum! Center | 1 Arena Plaza Fun-der will feature family-oriented activities from face painters to balloon artists and a DJ, starting at 2:30 p.m. and continuing throughout the day. Stay and watch the fireworks display through floor-to-ceiling windows at 9:30 p.m. KFC Yum! Center
Thunder at the CenterKentucky Center for the Performing Arts | 501 W. Main St. The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts offers three levels to watch the show indoors and the option to go out to the Belvedere Lawn. Food, cocktails, and live entertainment by Redline Performing Arts and Juggernaut Jug Band. Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts
Thunder BlastKentucky Science Center | 727 W. Main St. ThunderBlast is a family-oriented event. Not only does the Kentucky Science Center offer some of the best views in Louisville for the airshow and the fireworks display, there will also be children’s activities, indoor restrooms, and screenings of the Science Center’s movies “Dinosaurs of Antarctica 3D” and “Cities of the Future 3D.” Kentucky Science Center
Thunder Watch PartyRePurposed Louisville and Lou Rae Arts | 611 West Main St. Lou Rae Riverside Arts and Events in an art gallery space, a performance space, a gathering place and now, a hub for enjoying Thunder Over Louisville. Situated within walking distance of the waterfront, RePurposed Louisville and Lou Rae Arts will offer pickleball throughout the day, along with food trucks and live music. Lou Rae Riverside Arts and Events
See Thunder at Hotel GenevieveBar Genevieve at Hotel Genevieve | 730 E. Market St. See the air show and the fireworks display from the 6th floor at Bar Genevieve. This is the first official Thunder over Louisville celebration hosted by Hotel Genevieve in NuLu. Their rooftop views are as beautiful as their beverage menu, so consider booking a room for the whole weekend at a preferred rate that also includes two tickets to the rooftop event and a valet parking credit. Access is guaranteed with ticket purchase, but seating is not reserved. Hotel Genvieve
Racing Louisville FC Versus Utah RoyalsLynn Family Stadium | 350 Adams St. The views of the Louisville skyline from Lynn Family Stadium make Thunder Over Louisville a unique three-for-one experience. Racing Louisville Football Club hosts the Utah Royals at 5:00 p.m. Ticket holders to the game will receive a wristband allowing re-entry to the stadium throughout the day. See the air show, stay for the game, and watch as the fireworks fill the sky above the stadium. GO BIG PURP! Louisville Tourism
Thunder at SluggerLouisville Bats & Louisville Slugger Field | 401 E. Main St. Gates at Louisville Slugger Field open at 1 pm. There will be live performances throughout the day by The Juice Box Heroes, JD Shelburne, and The Crashers. Then find a seat for the pyrotechnics display overhead. Minor League Baseball

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