September 2016
Fundraiser: CLUCK Coop Tour, 6th Street
The CLUCK Coop Tour fundraiser is on West Sixth Street on September 25 at 1 pm. "See how chickens make good neighbors with great examples of responsible urban chicken keeping along the 6th Street corridor. Learn how friends, family and co-workers are discovering the joy of chickens and how easy it is to get started. Then come to the after-party at Als Beer Garden at 107 W. 6th St. for live music and food available for purchase." Tickets are $8…
Find out more »October 2016
Komen Race For the Cure 5K
The Kentucky branch of Susan G. Komen will have it's annual 5K starting at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 1, 2016. "Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® Series is the world’s largest and most successful education and fundraising event for breast cancer ever created. The event raises significant funds and awareness for the breast cancer movement, celebrates breast cancer survivorship and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease. This Race is unique in the fact that…
Find out more »Brave the Blue, West Main
The Lexington Rotary Club hosts "Brave the Blue" on October 7 & 8 on West Main Street. Participants have the opportunity to rappel off of the Big Blue Building. Use of a Helmet Cam to capture your Brave the Blue experience all the way down Periscope Live Stream Interview at the top as you go Over the Edge – Friends and Family watch Live on TVs at the bottom An interview conducted by local media after you complete your decent An…
Find out more »Yes Mamm! 5K Race, Nicholasville
The Yes Mamm! 5K race hosted by R.J. Corman Railroad Group will take place from 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 15. There will be a cash prize for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place female and male participants. "The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation’s successful Yes, Mamm! program provides mammography screening and diagnostics for the underinsured. This year, we are on pace to complete over 500 mammograms through the KentuckyOne Health Breast Care locations in Lexington, Kentucky (Saint Joseph East, Saint…
Find out more »Empty Bowls 2016, Bourbon n’ Toulouse
Bourbon n' Toulouse will be hosting the Empty Bowls charity event starting at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 15, 2016 to benefit Moveable Feast, a charity that delivers meals to low-income HIV/AIDs patients in Lexington. "In case you haven't been to an Empty Bowls charity event held annually at Bourbon n' Toulouse restaurant, allow us to explain how it works. Local artists and clay enthusiasts spend the summer making handmade ceramic bowls at their studious or at Kentucky Mudworks' "Bowl-a-thon" events. These bowls…
Find out more »Fundraiser: Strut Your Smile, Manchester Music Hall
The 10th annual Strut Your Smile fundraiser is at Manchester Music Hall on Saturday, October 15, 2016 starting at 6 p.m. "You're invited to UK College of Dentistry's American Association of Women Dentist's 10th annual silent auction and fashion show, Strut Your Smile! Come out for a night filled with bidding on over 100 silent auction baskets, enjoying a cash bar, and watching your favorite dental students and faculty strut down the runway! Live music! Food trucks!"
Find out more »Fundraiser: Kiss A Pig, Hilton Downtown
The American Diabetes Association hosts Kiss A Pig on Saturday, October 15 from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at Hilton Downtown. "Join us for an unforgettable night to change the future of diabetes! Kiss a Pig includes dinner stations, complimentary cocktails, live music by Boogie G and the Titanics, an incredible auction and 10 leading business and community leaders who are competing to Pucker Up for a Cure! Come join in the fun and help Stop Diabetes in the Bluegrass! Kiss…
Find out more »Bourbon and Jazz For The Cure, Frankfort Country Club
The Frankfort Country Club hosts the 20th Bourbon and Jazz For the Cure on Sunday, October 15-16 from 6:30 to 9:30 at the Frankfort Country Club. Frankfort Country Club Rally for the Cure celebrates its 20th anniversary by throwing a “party with a purpose” benefiting the University of Kentucky Triple Negative Breast Cancer Research of Edward H. Romond, MD, and Kathleen L. O’Connor, PhD. Tickets are $50 a person.
Find out more »Roast of Debra Hensley, Lyric Theatre
Just KY Fund hosts A Roast of Debra Hensley at the Lyric Theatre on Friday, October 21, 2016 from 6-8 p.m. Tickets will include food, drinks, and the show.
Find out more »All-In To End Cancer Casino Night, The Livery
The All-In To End Cancer Casino night is on Friday, October 21, 2016 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at The Livery. "Our 3rd Annual American Cancer Society Casino Night, sponsored by our friends at SafeLite AutoGlass, featuring local celebrities as Blackjack Dealers, local libations, fabulous food, Grab-A-Dice, Spirits Toss, Jewelry Pull & More! Funds raised benefit research, education, programs, & services of the American Cancer Society in Central Kentucky!"
Find out more »Fundraiser: A Roast & A Toast, Lyric Theatre
The Lyric Theatre hosts the "A Roast & A Toast: Lyric Anniversary Fundraiser" on Saturday, October 22, 2016 starting at 6 p.m.
Find out more »Walk: Making Strides of Fayette
The Making Strides of Fayette walk hosted by the American Cancer Society takes place on Sunday, October 23, 2016. Registration begins at 1 p.m. and the walk begins at 3 p.m. at Whitaker Bank Ballpark. "Help raise funds for groundbreaking breast cancer research, life-saving education, and critical patient services by walking in the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Making Strides of Fayette - Lexington. Get ready to join more than one million volunteers nationwide. When you…
Find out more »Horses: Thoroughbred Makeover, Kentucky Horse Park
The second Thoroughbred Makeover is at the Kentucky Horse Park from October 27-30, 2016. "In its second year at the Kentucky Horse Park, the $100,000 Thoroughbred Makeover presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America features hundreds of trainers with recently retired racehorses in ten equestrian sports. The event draws thousands of spectators and includes educational seminars, vendors, and an OTTB horse sale. THURSDAY, OCT. 27th Sponsor Fair in the TCA Covered Arena Interest Group Meetings in the Club Lounge Barrel…
Find out more »Fundraiser: Night Of Hope, Lexington Opera House
The Ball Homes Night of Hope takes place at the Lexington Opera House on Thursday, October 27, 2016 starting at 7 p.m. with featured guest speaker Meredith Baxter. "This year's event will include music from the University of Kentucky Opera Theatre, powerful client stories, and our featured speaker, iconic television star Meredith Baxter, of "Family Ties". All proceeds from the evening go to the Hope Center, battling homelessness by treating its causes; addiction and mental illness. Meredith Baxter is very…
Find out more »28th Annual Evening with the STARS, Lexington Convention Center
The 28th Annual Evening with the Stars begins at 6 p.m. in the Bluegrass Ballroom at the Lexington Convention Center on Saturday, October 29, 2016.
Find out more »November 2016
Fundraiser: Louis Zoellar Bickett Collection Fund, 21c Museum Hotel
A fundraiser for Louis Zoellar Bickett will be held at the 21c Museum Hotel on November 1 at 6 pm. Your ticket purchase will support the acquisition of Bickett artwork for the UK Art Museum's permanent Collection.
Find out more »Go Red For Women, Heritage Hall
The American Heart Association will host the Go Red For Women fundraiser at Heritage Hall inside of the Lexington Center on November 4 at 11:30 a.m. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. "Go Red For Women is the American Heart Association’s national movement dedicated to making a difference in the fight against heart disease, the No. 1 killer of women. While 1 in 3 women die from heart disease and stroke, 80% of the time it can be prevented if we…
Find out more »Fundraiser: Lex Go Red Experience, Lexington Center
The Lexington Go Red Experience is at the Lexington Center on November 4 at 9 am. This fundraising luncheon will include featured breakouts all morning, Discovery Village, a speaker, and designer fashion show.
Find out more »Eat: 2016 Greater Bluegrass Signature Chefs Event, Marriott Griffin Gate
The 2016 Greater Bluegrass Signature Chefs Event is at the Marriott Griffin Gate Resort & Spa on November 4 at 6 pm. "A night of food tastings from amazing local chefs and bidding on priceless auction packages, all to support the March of Dimes in working to bring more healthy babies into this world."
Find out more »Greater Bluegrass Signature Chef Auction, Griffin Gate Marriott
The 2016 Greater Bluegrass Signature Chef Auction will be at the Griffin Gate Marriott on Friday, November 4 starting at 6:30 p.m. in support of March of Dimes. "A night of food tastings from amazing local chefs and bidding on priceless auction packages, all to support the March of Dimes in working to bring more healthy babies into this world."
Find out more »Dress for Success Lexington Moving Sale, Dress for Success Lexington
Dress for Success Lexington is hosting a moving sale on November 5 at 10 am. They have secured a larger location in Gainesway Shopping Center and will be relocating at the end of the year. 9 am: Doors open for VIP hour or with a $20 donation. 10 am -5 pm: Sale open to public
Find out more »Fundrasier: Oh Happy Day! – The Gospel Brunch, Carriage House
LexArts is hosting Oh Happy Day! - The Gospel Brunch at the Carriage House on November 6 at 11 am. Featuring the University of Kentucky Black Voices Gospel Choir A Southern spread plus brunch beverages will be served. $75 per person | $1,000 reserved table of 10 RSVP by Tuesday, Nov. 1
Find out more »6th Annual Lung Cancer 5K/1-Mile Walk, Coldstream Park
The 6th annual lung cancer 5K run/walk and 1-mile walk is taking place in Coldstream park on November 6 with registration beginning at 12:30 pm. Event Schedule 12:30 p.m. - Registration & check-in 1:40 p.m. - Opening rally 2:00 p.m. - 5K run 2:05 p.m. - 5K walk 2:10 p.m. - 1-mile walk 3:20 p.m. - Closing rally The event raises money to help raise awareness and fund vital research programs dedicated to doubling lung cancer survival by 2022.
Find out more »Bids4Builds Launch Party, 21c Museum Hotel
Lexington Habitat for Humanity is hosting the first-ever Bids4Builds Launch Party at 21c Museum Hotel on November 10 at 6 pm. The night will include several live auction items and a display of items that are up for bid on the online auction Nov. 10-25. Tickets to the event are $30 and include a drink ticket.
Find out more »Concert: Big in the Bluegrass, Heritage Hall
The Big in the Bluegrass charity concert benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters is at Heritage Hall in the Lexington Convention Center on November 10 at 8 pm. Doors open at 7 pm. Featuring: - Blind Boys of Alabama - Dirty Dozen Brass Band and Roomful of Blues
Find out more »December 2016
Drink: 12 Bars of Christmas, Al’s Bar
12 Bars of Christmas fundraiser is on December 3 starting at 5:45 pm. The first Christmas Crawl to support Surgery On Sunday, Inc. $10 gets you a 12 Bars of Christmas t-shirt and drink specials at 12 bars including Belles, Henry Clay, McCarthy's, Harveys, Stagger Inn, Sky Bar, Centro, Bluegrass Tavern, Wildcat Saloon, Parlay Social, Cheapside, and Rosebuds. Big thank you to our event sponsors Jim Beam and Rhinegeist. Costumes are welcomed.
Find out more »Holiday Memories: New Song in the Bluegrass, St. Michael’s Episcopal Church
The Holiday Memories: New Song in the Bluegrass benefit concert takes place at St. Michael's Episcopal Church on Saturday, December 3 with concerts starting at 4:30 p.m and 7:30 p.m.
Find out more »A Very Wine & Pop-Tarts Christmas, Granola Culture
Local filmmakers Wine & Pop-Tarts will be having a screening of short films as apart of Granola Culture's Groovy Holiday Charity Event on Sunday, December 4. The event starts at 10:30 a.m. "The third annual A Very Wine & Pop-Tarts Christmas, part of Granola Culture, LLC's Groovy Holiday Charity Event. Lexington filmmakers Wine & Pop-Tarts will be premiering locally-made short films as a benefit for the Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters Toy Program as one part of Granola Culture's day-long…
Find out more »Fundraiser: SHIMMY, Parlay Social
Arabesque Dance will perform in order to raise funds and awareness for The Nest - Center for Women, Children and Families on December 9 at 5 pm. Local and regional performers will be taking the stage and are donating their time in this enchanting evening of world dance and music. Donations of children wear and toys will also be accepted for the Nest’s Reindeer Express project during this event.
Find out more »Run/Walk: Reindeer Ramble 5K, Keeneland
The 11th Annual Reindeer Ramble 5K run/walk is at Keeneland on December 10. Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite holiday sweater, or "holiday festive" attire while supporting scholarships for kids attending the YMCA.
Find out more »A Very Wine & Poptarts Christmas, Al’s Sidecar
Local filmmakers Wine & Pop-Tarts will be hosting a benefit for the Lexington Firefighters Toy Program on Saturday, December 10 starting at 8 p.m. at Al's Sidecar. "The 3rd annual A Very Wine & Pop-Tarts Christmas is a benefit for the Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters Toy Program. Local filmmakers Wine & Pop-Tarts will be premiering several Lexington-made short films along with comedy from Tyler Gooch and music from singer/songwriters Bryan Bulkley & Brett Wolff. This is a free event, but…
Find out more »Fundraiser: The Nest Coats for Cover Benefit, The Burl
The Nest Coats for Cover Benefit fundraiser will be at the Burl on December 13 at 8 pm. Music by: Navajo Tahoe The Past The Summit Bring a NEW Childs coat or NEW Childs toy for free entry; Or make a monetary donation at the door - 100% of which will go to the Nest. Music at 9. Proceeds go to The Nest Center for Women and Children for their Reindeer Express which provides new Christmas gifts for 900 children…
Find out more »A Very Fairy Christmas, Soundbar
The "A Very Fairy Christmas" fundraiser will be at Soundbar on Thursday, December 15 starting at 10 pm. "Merry Christmas from the Imperial Court of Kentucky! We invite everyone to join us as we team up with the Pride Community Services Organization to support the 2017 Lexington Pride Festival! A night of frivolity awaits all who bring their Christmas cheer to Soundbar Lexington! Don't miss it!"
Find out more »Reindeer Express, The Nest Center
The Nest Center will be accepting donations during the 2016 Reindeer Express on December 16 at 9 am. Items needed: Any new toy suitable for both boys and girls ages birth to five years: Games, Puzzles, Cars, Dolls, Sports Related Toys, Trucks, Art Supplies/Kits, Books, Toys Relating to Popular Television Shows this Year, Lego Sets, Transforming Action Figures, Coloring Books New Winter Outerwear for boys and girls age birth to five years Coats, Hats, Mittens/Gloves, and Scarves Holiday Wrapping Paper/Gift Bags…
Find out more »Fundraiser: Shedding The Mask on Disabilities, Lyric Theatre
The Arc of Central Kentucky will be hosting Shedding The Mask on Disabilities fundraiser at the Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center on December 16 at 6 pm. This fundraiser will include food prepared by Chef Ranada West-Riley, from the Lexington Diner and Creative Table Kitchen and Catering. There will also be music, cash bar, silent auction, dancing, and more. This fundraiser is about acceptance, diversity, and social inclusion. The Arc of Central Kentucky wants everyone to feel valued and…
Find out more »Run/Walk: St. Pete’s Pacers 5K, Kentucky Horse Park
St. Pete's Pacers 5K is taking place at the Kentucky Horse Park on Saturday, December 31 at 10 am. Packet Pick-Up: Friday, December 30, at the Wethington Parish Center at St. Peter Church, 125 Barr St, Lexington, KY (enter from the back of the building off of Pleasant Stone Street) from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 5:00 to 6:00 PM. All proceeds benefit St. Peter Catholic Church
Find out more »January 2017
Run/Walk: Frozen Rails 5K, Midway
The inaugural Frozen Rails 5K is in Midway, KY on January 1 at 2 pm.
Find out more »Fundraiser: Unity Breakfast, Lexington Convention Center
The 23rd Annual Unity Breakfast fundraiser is at the Lexington Convention Center on January 16 at 6:30 am. The purpose of the Unity Breakfast is to commemorate the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his ideas for peace and unity. The breakfast involves individuals from all walks of life as guest speakers, program participants and is open to every diverse segment of this community.
Find out more »Boots in the Bluegrass, Alltech Arena
The Boots in the Bluegrass event takes place on Friday, January 20 in the Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Find out more »Fundraiser: The January Ball – A Speakeasy, Loudoun House
AthensWest is hosting a trip back to the Jazz Age with the return of their signature event: The January Ball at the Loudoun House on January 21 at 8 pm. Lexington’s beautiful Loudoun House will be transformed into the swankiest speakeasy this side of Capone’s Chicago. TICKETS: $40 in advance at http://www.athenswest.net/ $50 at the door SERVED: Light appetizers and desserts. Cash bar (admission comes with one drink ticket) ATTIRE: Dress for cocktails (1920’s optional!)
Find out more »Race: Urban Mountain Challenge, West Main Street
The 4th Annual Urban Mountain Challenge is at the Big Blue Building in downtown Lexington on Saturday, January 28, at 8:30 am. 250 West Main Street Lexington, KY US 40507 Climb Big Blue or take on the Downtown Double Challenge. Race benefits On The Move Art Studio. Register at https://runsignup.com/Race/KY/Lexington/UrbanMountainChallenge
Find out more »June 2017
Night of the Stars 2017: “Champions”, Keeneland
Lexington's Night of the Stars 2017 is at Keeneland on June 24 at 6 pm. "NIGHT OF THE STARS ‘17, the annual gala fundraiser to benefit Central Kentucky Riding for Hope, is held at Keeneland’s Keene Barn & Entertainment Center. NIGHT OF THE STARS features cocktails, dining and live and silent auctions. The highlight is the auction of CKRH students and therapy horses in themed costumes in the style of a prestigious Thoroughbred auction. The theme of this year’s event…
Find out more »November 2017
National Horse Show 5K, KY Horse Park
Kick off a jam-packed evening of fun and entertainment at the National Horse Show onSaturday, Nov 4, 2017 at 5:00pm, by participating in the National Horse Show 5K Walk/Run benefitting the UK Markey Cancer Foundation.
Find out more »VA5K, Leestown Road VA
The VA5K will be November 5. The race is being held Nov. 5 on the grounds of the Lexington VA Medical Center on Leestown Road. Race day activities begin at 10am and the race starts at noon. Online race registration for the 2017 VA5K can be found at http://www.active.com/lexington-ky/running/distance-running-races/va-5k-2017
Find out more »Hoops for Hope, Rupp Arena
Save lives and shoot hoops at Rupp-it's a win-win! You and your teammates will hoop it up and rebuild lives on the Rupp Arena floor during Johnny Carino's Hoops for Hope! You just create your team of four friends, coworkers or family members. Come out and join us at Rupp on November 16 at 4 pm to enjoy the FUN hooping with 50 other community teams. It is fast, friendly competition which helps the homeless and addicted in our community.
Find out more »Thoroughbred Classic 5K, Keeneland
Race Day is Thanksgiving day, Thursday, November 23, at 9am at Keeneland.
Find out more »January 2018
Bundle Up With Bourbon & Blues, Keeneland
The third annual Bundle Up With Bourbon & Blues event to benefit Bluegrass Hospice Care from 7-11 pm at Keeneland Sales Pavilion. Bourbon workshops, live music by Jordan English Band, heavy hors d'oeuvres and more.
Find out more »February 2018
Central KY Heart Ball, Lexington Center
The 30th annual Central Kentucky Heart Ball will celebrate the mission and work of the American Heart Association. A reception and silent auction begins at 6 pm and dinner, live auction and live entertainment begins at 7:30 pm in the Lexington Center Bluegrass Ballroom.
Find out more »Polar Plunge, Texas Roadhouse
The Polar Plunge is one of the biggest Special Olympics fundraisers of the year. The Plunge is a truly unique event and includes a fun, festive atmosphere with food and great prizes. The Plunge works just like a Walk-a-Thon, but with one big twist. Participants still solicit donations to support their effort, but instead of walking, Polar Bears take a chilly dip into a pool set up at Texas Roadhouse on Richmond Rd. in Lexington.
Find out more »Barrel Fest, The Venues at Grand Reserve
Barrel Fest KY presents "Cocktails, Kegs, Corks" on February 10 at 7 pm. This tasting festival features signature cocktails, decadent wines, tasty ciders & cold brews. The event also features music from Radio 80, food trucks, a bartending competition, and a portion of all Barrel Fest proceeds will go to Autism Society of the Bluegrass, Kentucky CancerLink and the Kidney Health Alliance of Kentucky.
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