TBH, it’s that time between the holidays and spring when I am just counting down the days til 60 degree weather and it feels like there’s nothing fun to do. But there are actually lots of fun things going on in Lexington! Check them out below:
2/2-6: Halfway to Burger Week
Enjoy $6 burgers at a couple local restaurants.
The Kentucky Theater
I’m so excited the Kentucky is finally back open! This historic theater in downtown Lexington is my favorite place to catch a movie. Check out the calendar for showtimes.
2/4-5: The Apiary Tearoom
On the first weekend of the Lunar New Year, the Apiary Tearoom will be opening again for an elegant Afternoon Tea inspired by the teahouses of Asia. Choose from a selection of fine teas from across the Asian continent while we warm cardamom scones with coconut curd and pomelo marmalade for the table. Next, enjoy savory courses of inspired tea sandwiches and miso poached black cod before finishing with a decadent tea tower layered with pastry, tarts, macrons, and matcha cake with pink peppercorn.
2/6: Galentine’s Day at Kayla Weber Art Studio
My friend Kayla is an incredibly talented local artist. From 11am-4pm, enjoy giveaways every hour, free mini abstract painting class, cocktails and check out Kayla’s new products!
2/10: Galentine’s Day at The Blushery
Celebrate with your girlfriends at this cute local boutique. Starting at 4pm, $5 frozé, yoga class (sign up required), jewelry pop up shops and make-up demos.
2/10: Galentine’s at The Grove
Take a Studio 11 Yoga Sculpt class and enjoy a glass of rosé!
2/11: Greyline Station Love Local Block Party
Starting at 5pm, 50+ small businesses within Greyline Station for an evening full of yummy food, delicious drinks and great music! Free headshots from 6:30-8 PM sponsored by Greyrose & Co.
2/11: Valentine’s Cocktail Party at The Apiary
Fadi El Saadi is traveling to us from Lebanon to bring your Friday night to life with his beat driven dance music while the enchanting Troupe Banat Nawaar of Arabesque World Dance inspire you to get up and join them on the floor. Dubke the night away with George Wakim on Doumbek, then head to the garden tent for hookah and Turkish coffee! Apiary will be providing a curated à la carte bar and passed meze throughout the evening. $85 tickets.
2/11: Black in Blue Documentary at the Leeds Center
Enjoy a viewing of Black in Blue, a documentary telling the story of four African American football players at the University of Kentucky who broke the color line in the Southeastern Conference in the 1960s. Nate Northington, Greg Page, Wilbur Hackett, and Houston Hogg endured racism and hardship, but ultimately, their courage and the bonds of team loyalty would ensure the success of integration at UK. Viewing is free, but registration recommended.
2/12: Galentine’s Day at The Castle
Enjoy a signature cocktail and light treats while you shop around with girlfriends! $25 tickets.
2/12: Galentine’s Vintage Market
Vintage vendors (including my sister Malynda Vintage), local artists, tasty treats and a live DJ at Rockhouse Brewing from 2-6pm.
2/12: Local Valentine’s Market at Forage
Local vendors and surprise Valentines for shoppers.
2/12: Midway Chocolate Stroll
2/12: Galen-wine’s Day at Harkness Edwards Vineyards
2/12: Laura Lou Patisserie Croissant Class
Learn how to make croissants for a Valentine’s treat! $99 ticket includes the class, two drink tickets, a charcuterie board and more croissants to take home.
2/13: Drag Brunch
Enjoy a drag brunch at The Bar Complex. $30 tickets benefit the Lexington Pride Festival.
2/13: Galentine’s Day at The Amsden
From 11am-5pm, special Galentine’s drink specials, desserts shopping and pop up shops! Photo booth, braid bar, makeup bar, paraffin hand treatments, permanent jewelry pop up, and Valentine’s making station for kids.
2/13: Bengals Watch Party at Harry’s & Drake’s
Catch the game and enjoy a Bengals-inspired menu and drink specials!
2/16: American Spiritual Ensemble at First Presbyterian Church
If you’ve never heard the American Spiritual Ensemble, you must go! I’m lucky that they often performed at the church I grew up attending. Tickets are $10 and benefit Kentucky Refugee Ministries.
2/16: Murder Mystery Dinner at The Castle
Enjoy a multi course dinner with along with a game of “whodunnit!” $85 tickets.
2/17: Launchpad Lex at Julietta Market
2/18: Mallory Ervin at The Blushery
I love following Mallory Ervin on Instagram! She’s doing a book signing and meet and greet at The Blushery. Tickets start at $50.
3/4-6: Bluegrass Trust Antiques & Garden Show
A weekend of fine antiques, seasonal florals, and inspiring designer vignettes, as well as daily complementary lectures and special happy hours and events. Tickets start at $25.
3/11 & 3/25: Pasta Garage Pasta 101 Class
Learn how to make pasta at Pasta Garage! I’ve done this class a few times and it’s so fun, insightful and you get to eat lots of yummy pasta. $80 tickets.
