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Labor Day weekend is the final holiday of the summer and there are tons of fun activities and events for everyone to enjoy, including the Kentucky Flea Market Labor Day Spectacular, the Paristown Labor Day Weekend Show, WorldFest, and more.
Here is a list of things to do around Louisville for the Labor Day weekend, Aug. 29 to Sept. 1:
Friday, Aug. 29
WHAT:Â Shop at the annual Labor Day Spectacular which will have more than 800 booths filled with quality dealers selling antiques, jewelry, clothes, and more.
WHEN:Â Aug. 29 and 30, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Aug. 31, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sept. 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE:Â South Wing C, Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane
COST:Â Free admission. Parking is $12
MORE INFORMATION:Â kyexpo.org; stewartpromotions.com/louisville.asp.
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, plus 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 (Aug. 29, 1 p.m., Muhammad Ali Center, 6th floor, 144 N. Sixth St.).
WHERE:Â Belvedere, 141 N. 6th St.
WHEN:Â Aug. 29 to Sept. 1
MORE INFORMATION:Â louisvilleky.gov/government/city-events/worldfest.
WHAT: Enjoy Happy Hour in the Garden with a selection of wines, seasonally-themed cocktails and mocktails, along with garden-fresh creations from Chef Mike Ross.
WHERE: Yew Dell Botanical Gardens, 6220 Old La Grange Road, Crestwood
WHEN: Aug. 29, 4-7 p.m. (Fridays through October)
COST: Free with admission to Yew Dell
MORE INFORMATION: yewdellgardens.org.
WHAT: Pop-up West Sixth Brewing beer garden with music by Aaron Bibelhauser’s Bluegrass Evolution, also lawn games and food trucks. Sponsored by Glenview Trust.
WHERE: Tyler Park, 1501 Castlewood Ave.
WHEN: Aug. 29 5-8 p.m.
COST: Free
MORE INFORMATION: olmstedparks.org.
WHAT:Â University of Louisville Women’s volleyball.
WHERE:Â L&N Federal Credit Union Arena, 2100 S Floyd St.
WHEN:Â Aug. 29, 6 p.m.
COST:Â Tickets start at $27
MORE INFORMATION:Â gocards.com/tickets/
University of Louisville tickets
WHAT: Showcase of seven short films from this year’s Sundance Festival.
- “Azi:” During a weekend vacation with her best friend’s family, 17-year-old Azi gets caught up in an unexpected game with another guest.
- “Hurikán:” Hurikán rushes to save his favorite beer stand from closure by fetching a new keg to impress the bartender he has a crush on.
- “We Were the Scenery:” In 1975, Hoa Thi Le and Hue Nguyen Che fled from Vietnam by boat and docked in the Philippines, where they were utilized as background extras during the filming of Apocalypse Now.
- “Debaters:” In a debate chamber, affluent high schoolers argue a bill on minimum wage in an effort to impress two working-class adult judges.
- “Such Good Friends:” After ending a toxic friendship, a people pleaser finds herself falling into old patterns with her former best friend’s family.
- “Grandma Nai Who Played Favorites:” During her chaotic family’s Qingming visit, dead Grandma Nai sneaks away from her peaceful afterlife after overhearing that her queer grandson is about to get engaged to a woman.
- “SUSANA:” A middle-aged American tourist finds herself alone in Mexico City. When she encounters a group of young Americans, she jumps at the opportunity for a little adventure.
WHERE: Speed Art Museum, 2035 S. Third St.
WHEN: Aug. 29, 6 p.m.; Aug. 30, 3 and 6 p.m.; Aug. 31, 3 p.m.
COST: $12, $8 speed members
MORE INFORMATION: speedmuseum.org.
WHAT: Music by Basement Propaganda, drink specials and food specials featuring Dan-O’s Seasoning.
WHERE: 3rd Turn Oldham Gardens, 6300 Old La Grange Road, Crestwood
WHEN: Aug. 29, 6-9 p.m.
COST: Free
MORE INFORMATION: 3rdturnbrewing.com.
WHAT:Â Part of the Concerts in Warder Park. Presented by Jeffersonville Main Street and the Jeffersonville Parks Department.
WHERE:Â Sonny Brewster Bandstand, 109 E. Court Ave., Jeffersonville, Indiana
WHEN: Aug. 29, 7 p.m.
COST:Â Free.
MORE INFORMATION:Â Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Pearl Street Treats will have ice cream for sale. jeffmainstreet.org.
WHAT: Louisville Bats vs Columbus Clippers.
- Aug. 29: Brain Injury Awareness Night (Presented By Frazier Rehab). $3 Miller Lite and Coors Light from 6-9 p.m. (Presented By Miller Lite). $6 Margaritas available at all bars around the ballpark (Presented By Number Juan Tequila). Build your own personal bobblehead courtesy of State Farm. Brake the Bank, after the game stick around for a chance to win a grand cash prize (Presented By Tony’s Brake & Alignment).
- Aug. 30: NuLu Night! Birdzerk will perform comedic routines. Party @ the Park with $4 Cupcake Vineyards Wine Pours, $6 Signature Bats Cocktails and $6 Select Craft Beers. RiverBats Replica Jersey Giveaway to the first 1,500 fans (Presented by Total Cleaning Solutions). Fireworks after the game (Presented By First Harrison Bank).
- Aug. 31: Kids Club Day. Kids club members receive a free kids meal (Presented By Kentucky Kingdom Theme & Hurricane Bay). Kids Inflatables in the Hall of Fame. Philly’s Best non-alcoholic slushies, $4 (Presented By Philly’s Best Frozen Dessert). Visit the Outback Steakhouse Tent and receive free swag, coupons, and be entered for a chance to win free Outback Steakhouse for a year. Firework after the game (Presented By Cupcake Vineyards).
WHERE: 401 E Main St.
WHEN: Aug. 29, 30, 7:15 p.m.; Aug. 31, 6:05 p.m.
COST: Tickets start at $13
MORE INFORMATION: milb.com/louisville
WHAT: Women’s soccer. Girl Scouts Night. Racing Louisville is partnering with Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana to offer discounted tickets for scouts and an exclusive Racing patch.
WHERE:Â Lynn Family Stadium, 350 Adams St.
WHEN:Â Aug. 29, 7:30 p.m.
COST:Â Tickets start at $24
MORE INFORMATION:Â racingloufc.com.
Saturday, Aug. 30
WHAT:Â Martha Stewart recently named Fleur De Flea Vintage Urban Market the top 4th best outdoor flea market in the USA in her list of the country’s Top 15 Epic Flea Markets. Expect to see 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 cocktails and local craft beer and food trucks serving a variety of food. Sponsored by Country Boy Brewing.
WHEN:Â Aug. 30, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE:Â Festival Plaza, Waterfront Park, 213 Witherspoon St.
COST:Â Free
MORE INFORMATION:Â Pets are welcome on a leash. thefleurdeflea.com
WHAT:Â Celebrate the music and legacy of Jimmy Buffett at this tribute and Trop Rock music festival while soaking up the end-of-the-summer season vibe. Enjoy the Parrothead energy, and nonstop hits from the best tribute acts and Trop Rock Royalty. Performers include: Uncle Jim’s Tropical Friends Band, Peter Mayer Group, Rebel Railroad, Donny Brewer, Kristine Jackson, Eric Erdman, Carrie Welling, John Patti.
WHERE: Christy’s Garden, 731 Brent St.
WHEN:Â Aug. 30 and 31, doors open at noon, music from 1-10 p.m. both days
COST:Â $33.90 each day, $50.85 for a two-day ticket
MORE INFORMATION:Â Choose from a wide range of food and beverages from the Cafe and the Village Market Food Hall. Presented by Cornbread Hemp. No outside food, beverage, coolers, large bags, or weapons permitted. paristown.com.
WHAT: Music by Emily Ann Roberts, food, games and craft cocktails. Sponsored by Independence Bank.
WHERE: Jeptha Creed Distillery, 500 Gordon Lane Shelbyville
WHEN: Aug. 30, 4:30-10 p.m. Doors open at 4:30 p.m; concert at 7 p.m.
COST: Tickets start at $25
MORE INFORMATION: Bring blankets and chairs it is lawn seating. No coolers, tents, and outside food/drink jepthacreed.com/event/jammin-at-jeptha-feat-emily-ann-roberts.
Sunday, Aug. 31
WHAT: Celebrate Hispanic culture with food trucks, music, water slide, face painting, games, dancing demonstrations (1:30 p.m.) and a Mariachi Band (3:30 p.m.).
WHERE: Charlestown Family Activities Park, 1000 Park St., Charlestown
WHEN: Aug. 31, 1-5 p.m.
COST: Free
MORE INFORMATION: gosoin.com/event/charlestown-fiesta!/16030.
WHAT:Â University of Louisville Women’s volleyball
WHERE:Â L&N Federal Credit Union Arena, 2100 S Floyd St.
WHEN:Â Aug. 31, 3 p.m.
COST:Â Tickets start at $27
MORE INFORMATION:Â gocards.com/sports/2016/4/13/2016-volleyball-ticket-info
WHAT:Â Enjoy music from three DJs, a live band, and complimentary food, drink specials, indoors, outdoor patio, and on the rooftop. All white attire is requested but not mandatory.
WHERE:Â Icehouse, 226 E. Washington St.
WHEN:Â Aug. 31, 5-10 p.m.
COST:Â Tickets start at $35
MORE INFORMATION:Â Stylish and fitted attire required. Must be 21 or over with proper ID to enter. goodtimersentertainment.com.
Monday, Sept. 1
WHAT:Â University of Louisville Women’s volleyball.
WHERE:Â L&N Federal Credit Union Arena, 2100 S Floyd St.
WHEN:Â Sept. 1, 3 p.m.
COST:Â Tickets start at $27
MORE INFORMATION:Â gocards.com/sports/2016/4/13/2016-volleyball-ticket-info
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