We’ve made it to the weekend again, and now it’s finally March!! Looking for something to do this weekend and upcoming week? As always, I’ve got you covered!

Also, don’t forget about the following events:

• Where to Celebrate Mardi Gras in Lexington, Kentucky
• Crave Taco Week in Lexington, Kentucky: March 4-10, 2019 

Things to Do in Lexington, Kentucky: The Week Of March 1-7, 2019

Friday, March 1, 2019

• 7:15pm: Kountry Wayne at Comedy Off Broadway (comedy): Wayne Colley is a Superstar Comedian on the rise! However, if you asked him to describe himself, he would say he is just a humble guy from the small town of Millen, Georgia wishing to make sure he provides not only a stable life for his seven children, but also a lasting faith-based legacy. Tickets available: HERE (Also, on March 1 at 9:45pm, March 2 at 7:15pm, March 2 at 9:45pm, March 3 at 7:15pm).
• 7:30pm: UK Opera Theatre: Madama Butterfly at Singletary Center for Arts: Join UK Opera Theatre for our production of Puccini’s timeless tragedy, “Madama Butterfly”. Set in Japan in the early 20th century, this opera explores themes of duty, love, and loss and leaves audiences in awe. Performances are March 1st and 2nd at 7:30 pm and March 3rd at 2:00 pm at the Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall. Tickets can be purchased online at SingletaryCenter.com or by calling 859-257-4929 (Also, on March 2 at 7:30pm and March 3 at 2pm).
• 9:45pm: Kountry Wayne at Comedy Off Broadway (comedy): Wayne Colley is a Superstar Comedian on the rise! However, if you asked him to describe himself, he would say he is just a humble guy from the small town of Millen, Georgia wishing to make sure he provides not only a stable life for his seven children, but also a lasting faith-based legacy. Tickets available: HERE (Also, on March 2 at 7:15pm, March 2 at 9:45pm, March 3 at 7:15pm).
• 10:30pm: Thomas Tillman Band at Tin Roof (music): Live music!

 

Saturday, March 2, 2019

• 9am: Sweat Series at The Summit at Fritz Farm (health/fitness/wellness): Come out for a FREE workout class each month! Enjoy complimentary broth & samples from CoreLife Eatery & great discounts for participants! Classes will be held in Water + Oak Outdoor Company & types of classes will be added soon! Happy healthy 2019 y’all!
• 9am: Hucks for Pups 5k at Coldstream Dog Park (cause): Returning for the 2019 season is our Hucks for Pups 5K! This 5K race benefits the Lexington Humane Society and all of our furry friends looking for fur-ever homes! What does my registration get me? Your registration fee covers the 5K, a goodie bag from our sponsors, a long-sleeve dri-fit shirt (perfect for chilly spring runs!) and snacks (for you and the pup!) More details: HERE.
• 10am: Free Fan Fest at Lexington Legends Park (sports/kid friendly): Enjoy activities for the kids, music by Mykraphone Mike, free food samples from this season’s concessions, ticket + memorabilia giveaways and more!
• 10am: Beginners Photography Class at Kristen Tatem Photography (class): Are you someone who learns better from hands-on education? Join the in-person  Beginners Photography Class at her studio in Lexington, Kentucky for a 5 hour, small group class that is jam packed with information and hands-on shooting with a model! Next class: Saturday, March 2nd from 10am – 3:30pm. Seats are limited so don’t wait to sign up! Sign up: HERE.
• 10am: Magic Beans DIY Roasting Day at Magic Bean Coffee Roasters: Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes to roast up that delicious coffee that they serve up around Lexington? Our Magic Beans team has got something fun on the books for all y’all coffee nerds! Come out at the roaster on Saturday, March 2nd at 10am to learn all about the method to their madness, experience the roasting process and take home a bag of coffee that you roasted yourself! Tickets are $18 / person. Tickets available: HERE.
• 11am: Brunch with Sunmates feat. Buck The Taxidermist at Broomwagon Coffee + Bikes (music): Join Sunmates and Buck the Taxidermist for a Saturday afternoon of good company, food, and music.
• 1pm: Casual Pint Lexington 2 Year Anniversary: Come celebrate Casual Pint’s 2 Year Anniversary! What’s going on? German Growler Giveaways, Chocolate Beer Pairing with Chocolate Holler, Special Beer Tappings, University of Kentucky Basketball Viewing Party, and Customer Appreciation Incentives.
• 2pm: UK Vs. Tennessee at World of Beer: Come watch the cats take on Tennessee this weekend! They will be having all our Caturday specials including our $8 Caturday Burger, $5 big blue Margaritas and BBN shots!
• 2pm: Wildcat Watch Party at Whiskey Bear: It’s Game Day and we’re ready to cheer on the CATS. Come watch the game on their 100″ screen.
• 5pm: Toolin’ Saturday! Pick Your Project at Board and Brush Lexington (art/crafts): Come and make a beautiful wooden sign for your home! Pick any sign from their gallery of over 200+ designs and they can personalize it with your name, dates, etc. Enjoy a variety of alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages and listen to an incredibly fun playlist while you’re building your boards! Tickets available: HERE.
• 5pm: Sixth for a Cause with Big Brothers Big Sisters at West Sixth Brewing (cause): Come out on Saturday, March 2 from 5-9p at the Taproom for our Sixth for a Cause benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters Lexington! Come early for the UK/UT game (2pm), go for a free brewery tour at 4p, and stick around to chat with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass, play some games and enjoy a great afternoon. See more details: HERE.
• 7pm: Trivia Night at Good Foods (games): Come out on Saturday nights in their cafe as we host a battle of the brains. Bring your team, enjoy some food and grab a beer for this family-friendly trivia night where the winners take home the glory AND the swag.
• 7pm: Tails & Ales 2019 at the Lexington Griffin Gate Marriot Resort and Spa (cause): The 12th annual Tails & Ales, co-sponsored by Nancy Barron & Associates, Inc. will be held on Saturday, March 2nd from 7pm to 10pm at Griffin Gate Marriott Resort and Spa. This fun beer-tasting event also features a silent auction, snacks and live music by Kenny Owens & Group Therapy! Tickets available: HERE.
• 7pm: Tyler Farr at Manchester Music Hall (music): LIVE! Tickets available: HERE.
• 7:15pm: Kountry Wayne at Comedy Off Broadway (comedy): Wayne Colley is a Superstar Comedian on the rise! However, if you asked him to describe himself, he would say he is just a humble guy from the small town of Millen, Georgia wishing to make sure he provides not only a stable life for his seven children, but also a lasting faith-based legacy. Tickets available: HERE (Also, on March 2 at 9:45pm, March 3 at 7:15pm).
• 7:30pm: UK Opera Theatre: Madama Butterfly at Singletary Center for Arts: Join UK Opera Theatre for our production of Puccini’s timeless tragedy, “Madama Butterfly”. Set in Japan in the early 20th century, this opera explores themes of duty, love, and loss and leaves audiences in awe. Performances are March 1st and 2nd at 7:30 pm and March 3rd at 2:00 pm at the Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall. Tickets can be purchased online at SingletaryCenter.com or by calling 859-257-4929 (Also, on March 3 at 2pm).
• 9pm: Northside Sheiks at Creaux (music): The Northside Sheiks playing blues and early R&B. They are excited to have this Lexington favorite playing at Creaux. Come join in the fun, enjoy a laid back atmosphere, and meet some new faces!
• 9pm: Sorry Atari at The Cellar (music): Live music!
• 9pm: Cindy/Whalerus/The Meatsweats at Best Friend Bar (music): Live music!
• 9pm: Red River Revival at Parlay Social (music): Live music!
• 9pm: Jason Leech/Lancelott/Jon Dose/Abby Vice at Cosmic Charlie’s (music): Live music! Tickets available: HERE.
• 9:45pm: Kountry Wayne at Comedy Off Broadway (comedy): Wayne Colley is a Superstar Comedian on the rise! However, if you asked him to describe himself, he would say he is just a humble guy from the small town of Millen, Georgia wishing to make sure he provides not only a stable life for his seven children, but also a lasting faith-based legacy. Tickets available: HERE (Also, on March 3 at 7:15pm).
• 10pm: Magnolia Boulevard / The Kind Thieves at Cosmic Charlie’s (music): Lexington’s own Magnolia Boulevard return to Cosmic Charlie’s on Saturday, March 2nd with Beckley, WV’s The Kind Thieves! Tickets available: HERE.
• 10pm: Italian Beaches/Big Momma Thorazine/Letters of Acceptance at The Green Lantern (music): Live music!
• 10:30pm: Thomas Tillman Band at Tin Roof (music): Live music!

 

Sunday, March 3, 2019

• 10am: Yoga with Art at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington (health/fitness/wellness): Find your inner peace at the weekly Sunday yoga series. Perfect the art of oneness as you work through a variety of poses. Sessions are just $5 at the door and are led by certified yoga teachers from YOGA at The Massage Center in Dudley Square. Attendees should bring their own mat or towel and water and arrive early to ensure a spot because space is limited.
• 10am: Jazz Brunch with The Osborne Tolly Duo at Ranada’s Bistro and Bar (food/music): Jazz music and delicious brunch offerings. Call 859-523-4141 for reservations.
• 11am: Community Yoga at the Brakepad (health/fitness/wellness): Join Christina Morales and Broom Wagon coffee for a community donation based class 11am every Sunday! Bring your friends, mat, towel and water!
• 11am: J. Render’s Smokehouse Brunch at J. Render’s Southern Table & Bar (food): Come out for J. Render’s Smokehouse Brunch every Sunday from 11 am to 2 pm. They have 2 for 1 Mimosas and Bloody Marys featuring Mark’s Locally Made Bloody Mary Mix along with the following fabulous Brunch offerings: Chicken & Waffles, Breakfast Burrito, Pancake Platter, Classic Breakfast Platter, Biscuits & Gravy, and their Southern Biscuits are made fresh by DV8 Kitchen!
• 12pm: Brunch at The Burl Arcade with Forage Food Truck (food): Come brunch at The Burl Arcade Sunday! Forage Food Truck will be on site with a special Sunday brunch menu and they will feature a Bloody Mary bar, mimosas and regular bar menu.
• 12pm: Michael & Mimosas at The Tin Roof (food): Come Brunch to the Music of Michael Jackson with Jordan English & DJ Miracle!
• 12pm: Rock House Brewing Venue Open House at Rock House Brewing: Rock House Brewing is having a venue open house on Sunday, March 3rd from 12-3 pm. Come check out the Brewhouse space and it’s possibilities for rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, and parties. There will be wedding vendors, door prizes and beer samples. Entry is free! Vendors: City Barbeque Tiger’s DJ Services Bella’s Mini Donuts Martine’s Pastries With My Whole Heart Photography Bryant’s Rent-All Inc Gorge-a-licious Soaps JGumbosLex Sorella Gelateria.
• 1pm: St. Patrick’s Parent/Child Canvas Class at Cut and Paste Craft Studio (art/crafts): Adult and child pairs will each paint one canvas together. The cost is $25 for 1 child/1 adult or $40 for 2 children/1 adult (painting 2 canvases). This class is best for kids 6 & up. Tickets available: HERE.
• 2pm: UK Opera Theatre: Madama Butterfly at Singletary Center for Arts: Join UK Opera Theatre for our production of Puccini’s timeless tragedy, “Madama Butterfly”. Set in Japan in the early 20th century, this opera explores themes of duty, love, and loss and leaves audiences in awe. Performances are March 1st and 2nd at 7:30 pm and March 3rd at 2:00 pm at the Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall. Tickets can be purchased online at SingletaryCenter.com or by calling 859-257-4929 (Also, on March 3 at 2pm).
• 2pm: Sunshine Sunday! Pick Your Project at Board and Brush Lexington (art/crafts): Come and make a beautiful wooden sign for your home! Pick any sign from their gallery of over 200+ designs and they can personalize it with your name, dates, etc. Enjoy a variety of alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages and listen to an incredibly fun playlist while you’re building your boards! Tickets available: HERE.
• 2pm: Disney Little Mermaid Workshop at Painting (art/crafts): Guests will be able to choose any 1 of the 3 Disney Little Mermaid Paintings to paint.  All 3 of these paintings will have a stencil. After you have painted the background, you can sketch Ariel on your canvas. This event is open to all ages. Please note, this is an adult level class that have been opened to younger painters. Anyone attending under the age of 13 must be with a registered adult. All guests must be able to sit for the entire class and follow step by step directions. If you or anyone in your group requires special assistants, please call the studio to make arrangements. Tickets available: HERE.
• 4pm: POP Pilates at West Sixth Brewing (health/fitness/wellness): All you’ll need is a mat for this pre-choreographed class with the combination of total body Pilates exercises and the energy of music. You’ll leave feeling sweaty, strong, and ready to take on MORE!
• 6:30pm: Yoga at The Speakeasy (health/fitness/wellness): Please bring a mat and a friend. Donation based!
• 7:15pm: Kountry Wayne at Comedy Off Broadway (comedy): Wayne Colley is a Superstar Comedian on the rise! However, if you asked him to describe himself, he would say he is just a humble guy from the small town of Millen, Georgia wishing to make sure he provides not only a stable life for his seven children, but also a lasting faith-based legacy. Tickets available: HERE.
• 7:30pm: Future Thieves with special guests People Planet at The Burl (music): Live music! Tickets available: HERE.
• 7:30pm: Travis Tritt at Lexington Opera House (music): Established country singer Travis Tritt has delivered a healthy dose of mainstream country with Southern rock influence to ticket holders nationwide since his 1990 arrival with the double-platinum debut “Country Club.” The only hat-less country star of that era (consider his counterparts Garth Brooks, Clint Black and Alan Jackson, for example), the Georgia-born performer has stayed busy ever since. His extensive discography is comprised of 11 studio releases and 39 singles that made it onto Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. “Here’s a Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares),” “Can I Trust You With My Heart,” “Anymore” and “T-R-O-U-B-L-E” are among the most popular Tritt hits.   Tritt has hit the tour trail several times over the years with fellow country crooner and close friend Marty Stuart, though most recently, the singer/songwriter has tackled solo acoustic concerts across the United States. His latest release, “The Calm After…,” is a reworked re-release of 2007’s “The Storm,” co-produced by former “American Idol” judge Randy Jackson. Tickets available: HERE.
• 9pm: Flummox / Dopeslinger / Last Question at The Green Lantern (music): Live music!

 

Monday, March 4, 2019 – LEXINGTON TACO WEEK

• 11am: Mission Monday benefiting The Foster Care Council at the Blue Stallion Brewing Company (cause): Blue Stallion will donate 10% of the day’s tap room sales to The Foster Care Council to support their important mission to provide funding for individualized tutoring, clothing, summer camps, and other enrichment activities for Kentucky’s foster care children! Please come and have some delicious food and great craft beer all while making a difference in your community!
• 4pm: Perennial Special Tappings at The Beer Trappe (alcohol): Welcome Perennial Artisan Ales to Lexington with some great beers on tap, such as; Perennial Sump, Perennial Saison Du Lis, and Perennial Southside Blonde.
• 6pm: Pilates at the Brake Pad above Broomwagon (health/fitness/wellness): Ravel Studios Pilates is offering a group Pilates Mat class!!
• 6:30pm: Trivia Night at Babalu (games): Everyone wins with $5 Luna-Ritas and prizes for Babalu® swag, food & gift cards.
• 7pm: Trivia Monday at World of Beer (games): Trivia teams assemble! Or play by yourself. Its your world, they just provide the trivia! Play to win awesome prizes each week! WOB also has $5 burgers and brats! You can’t beat that! (Recurring Mondays until April 29).
• 7pm: Trivia Nights at Best Friend Bar (games): Co-hosted by Local Trivia Action and Best Friend Bar. Trivia has fun prizes and is completely free to play! First place, second place, and third place get a prize. It’s at a bar, too, so you can drink, which is a great add on.
• 7pm: Welcome to the Hellmouth. Buffy the Vampire Slayer Trivia at Rock House Brewing (games): TRIVIA!!
• 8pm: Friends Trivia at Tin Roof (games): Come out for a trivia show all about the best FRIENDS you never knew.
• 9pm: Champion’s Poker Tournament at Soundbar (games): EVERY WEEK at their Monday Night Poker game the winner will claim the $50 CASH PRIZE & their seat at the Champions Table on April 29th. More details: HERE (Recurring on Mondays until April 29).

 

Tuesday, March 5, 2019 – FAT TUESDAY AND 

LEXINGTON TACO WEEK

• 10am: Pre-K Art Day at The Living Arts and Science Center (art/crafts): Kids ages 3-5 years old, alongside their parent or caregiver, will investigate, dance, play and create during Pre-K Art Day at the LASC. Topics change weekly and integrate art and science into a fun hands-on experience (Recurring Tuesdays until March 26).
• 2pm: Tea Tuesday at Waveland: Looking for something fun, unique and different to do with a friend or a group? Waveland State Historic site is serving tea every Tuesday! Tea is served at 2pm in the mansion on fine china. All teas include a program, savory food, not to mention the delicious tea served by period dressed interpreters. Once you are finished with the tea enjoy a tour of the Waveland Mansion. A unique one-of-a-kind experience! Reservations are required. More details and tickets available: HERE.
• 4pm: Kids Eat Free on Tuesday Nights at Pietana (food): Every Tuesday, bring your family & kids eat free! Kids will receive a Chef Liam’s Favorite small cheese pizza & beverage with each adult purchase. We’ll be playing your favorite cartoons & music videos from 4-6 but serving up pies until 11 pm! Join us weekly for a family-friendly evening! (Recurring Tuesdays until June 11).
• 4:30pm: Taco Tuesday at Minglewood (food): Join Minglewood every Tuesday for new tacos!! Share 4 for $12 and pitchers of margaritas for $20!! (Recurring Tuesdays until April 30).
• 5:45pm: Smash at the Burl: Come to the Burl for some Smash Ultimate! Casuals start at 5:30pm. Feel free to bring a full setup w/monitor. They will have room for about 6-7 extra full setups so first come first serve on space. They will have some extra empty monitors if you have a setup minus a gaming monitor.
• 6pm: Acro Fitness at Source On High (fitness/health/wellness): Learn skills from partner and solo acrobatics as you grow stronger and more flexible. Get ready to feel the release of all your daily tension and the stretch of muscles previously neglected as your skills and strength grows. No partner needed. All levels welcome. No experience with Acro Yoga required. $15 Drop In (Recurring Tuesdays until October 29).
• 6:30pm: Tuesday Yoga at Voices of Hope (fitness/health/wellness): Join us for free yoga at our Recovery Community Center (450 Old Vine Street) every Tuesday. Take some time out of your day just for you — to focus on your health, wellness, and recovery! Bring a towel and water. Mats will be provided (Recurring Tuesdays until December 17).
• 6:30pm: KHC Equine Trivia at Mirror Twin Brewing (games): Come out and enjoy another one of the Kentucky Horse Council’s equine themed trivia nights! Teams are allowed to be up to six people and there is a suggested donation of $10 per team. All donations go towards the KHC’s SOHO (Save Our Horses) fund. Hope to see you there!
• 7pm: Cocktail Pairing with Azur Restaurant (alcohol): For the past few months, they have been working with Chef Jeremy Ashby at AZUR to create unique cocktails that pair their Town Branch spirits to the delicious dishes he creates. They are bringing all of those cocktails back for a Chef Series dinner that features all three! Come out for a three course gourmet meal with cocktail parings for all three. Chef Jeremy Ashby and Master Distiller Mark Coffman will be there to talk food and whiskey! Tickets are $45. Call 859-296-1007 to RSVP. See menu: HERE.
• 7pm: Tuesday Night Live Team Trivia at Bear & the Butcher (games): Live team trivia. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place, and best team name!
• 8pm: Music Bingo at Drake’s (games): Come play music bingo and win prizes! A fun take on traditional bingo. Players are given a bingo card where numbers have been replaced with song names, music titles or both. There’s a winner every game and it’s Pint Night with $3 pints of Drake’s Lager and Beer of the Month! (Recurring Tuesdays until April 23).
• 9pm: Wildcat Watch Party at Whiskey Bear (sports): It’s Game Day and we’re ready to cheer on the CATS. Come watch the game on their 100″ screen.
• 9pm: Watch UK vs Ole Miss at Soundbar (sports): Cheer on the Cats and play games!
• 9pm: Speaking Suns at Al’s Bar (music): Touring indie band Speaking Suns will be colliding with the Al’s bar stage March 5th after Al’s cult/film night. Singer songwriters Ben Aubrey and Jack Smithers will be getting the melodic evening started around 9:30pm. Help support these touring artist and be sure to come early to catch a flick!

 

Wednesday, March 6, 2019 – LEXINGTON TACO WEEK

• 10am: Little Sprouts at The Arboretum (kid friendly): Explore the joy and wonder of nature! Each Wednesday in March, join us at The Arboretum for hands-on learning and fun. Each session has a special theme that begins with a story and hands-on exploration. Next, you will rotate through crafts, science experiments, and planting activities. Finally, you’ll get outside and explore nature on a short hike (all hikes are weather-dependent, make sure to dress accordingly!). More details: HERE.
• 6pm: Pivot Yoga at Pivot Brewing (health/fitness/wellness): An evening of calm in the midst of chaos. Our community donations-based, pay-as-you-can Yoga class’ first session. Stay after to mingle with other wellness-minded friends and have a beer or cider because life is all about balance.
• 6:30pm: Art Night – Picasso at The Casual Pint (art/alcohol): Join The Art Club with this month’s artist series, Picasso! Bring $5 for supplies and learn + create a masterpiece! Warm up those creative juices with a cold one from our 32 taps or grab a bottle or can from our cooler selection.
• 7pm: Oreo & Beer Pairing at The Beer Trappe (alcohol): NATIONAL OREO DAY CELEBRATION! $12 Beer and Oreo Pairing, includes four Oreos and four 5 oz tastings.
• 7pm: The Barn Trivia Night – Top Chef Edition at The Barn at Fritz Farm (games): Come out to The Barn for brain busters, tasty treats & epic prizes! Enjoy food from all your local favorites & drinks from Whiskey Bear! This month’s Top Chef Trivia is hosted by the incomparable Dan Wu from Atomic Ramen and Don from Local Trivia Action.
• 7pm: Trivia Night at The Burl Arcade (games): Come out for FREE pub style trivia every Wednesday night from 7pm to 9pm hosted by Local Trivia Action.
• 7:15pm: Etta May at Comedy Off Broadway (comedy): Comedy Off Broadway welcomes back their old friend, Etta May for another 2 weeks of comedy! Tickets available: HERE (Also, on March 7 at 7:15pm, March 8 at 7:15pm and 9:45pm, March 9 at 7:15pm and 9:45pm, March 13 at 7:15, March 14 at 7:14pm, March 15 at 7:15pm and 9:45pm, and March 16 at 7:15pm and 9:45pm).
• 8pm: Pub Trivia at HopCat Lexington (games): Come school some fools every Wednesday at 8pm. Grab a beer and your smartest pals – trivia is free to play.
• 9pm: Reason|Define, Hail Your Highness, TBD at Best Friend Bar (music): Live music!
• 9pm: Hollier, Kind Skies, and Buck the Taxidermist (SOLO) at Al’s Bar of Lexington (music): Live music!
• 10pm: Queens of Pop Karaoke at Soundbar (music): From Britney, Beyonce, JLo, Lady Gaga and everyone in between, come sing your favorite songs from your favorite pop artists!

 

Thursday, March 7, 2019 – LEXINGTON TACO WEEK

• 11am: WHAT at World of Beer: They love our community Heroes! Police officers, Fire fighters, EMS, Doctors, Nurses, active duty, veterans, or reserves, they appreciate your service. Every Thursday enjoy 20% off your tab. Dine in only, discount with valid ID/Badge (Recurring Thursdays).
• 11:30am: The Seriously Cereal Twin Draft Take Over at Mirror Twin Brewing Company (alcohol): They are taking some of your favorite flagship beers and making twins out of them by adding everyone’s favorite cereal, such as: Cinnamon Toast Crunch Brown Ale, Churros Cuffing Season, Vanilla Honey Bunches of Oats Blonde Ale, Fruit Loops Wheat Ale, and Apple Cinnamon Cheerios Hazy IPA.
• 5pm: Sun King Kickoff Party at The Beer Trappe (alcohol): Sun King has some incredible beers and win medals almost every year at the Great American Beer Festival! On tap they will have: Sun King Lyrical Poet (Bourbon Barrel Stout with Chocolate & Raspberries), Sun King Mr. Joshua (Barrel Aged Imperial Cherry Flanders Ale), Sun King Alryed Alyed Alryed (Rye IPA), and Sun King Sunlight (Cream Ale).
• 5pm: National Absinthe Day with Copper & Kings at West Main Crafting (alcohol): Join West Main Crafting Co and Copper & Kings on Thursday, March 7, to celebrate National Absinthe Day! Theu are joining forces with Copper & Kings to offer a variety of unique specials to allow more people taste and learn about absinthe, how it’s made, used, and tasted. They’ll be offering absinthe cocktail flights, absinthe having a long and vital role the Golden Age of cocktails and their subsequent history. And they’ll be offering absinthe flights and pairings, each of which is designed to highlight specific and important things about the spirit.
• 6pm: Discovery Night: Voyage to the Moon featuring LCT’s Apollo at The Living Arts and Science Center (kid friendly): Come out for a fascinating evening of lunar explorations during this special moon themed Discovery Night. Special guest actors from the Lexington Children’s Theatre will be performing excerpts from their upcoming play, Apollo: to the Moon in the LASC Glo Gallery! See more details: HERE.
• 6pm: Whisky, Women & Writing at The Summit at Fritz Farm: Come out in celebration of International Women’s Day with Jacklyn Evans, Maker’s Mark Distillery Diplomat, as she tells the story of how Margie Samuels disrupted the Whisky industry to help create one of America’s most iconic brands. Sip on a custom crafted Maker’s Mark Cocktail, from Whiskey Bear Bar, as Deanna Talwalker teaches you the lost art of calligraphy. In addition to learning a new skill, Maker’s Mark will provide some take home gifts which will help you hone your hand writing skills. Finally, enjoy local snacks from The Barn at Fritz Farm! Tickets available: HERE.
• 6pm: Date Night: Sabor Latino, Latin Flavor, Dinner and Dancing at West Main Crafting (food): Sabor Latino, Latin Flavor, a new underground date night experience. You will start the night by meeting at one of Lexington’s best cocktail houses where you can enjoy a drink while you wait to begin your evening. They will then provide transportation to take you to a secret location where Chef Bryan has prepared Latin inspired dishes for you to enjoy throughout the evening. You can drink wine and listen to the sultry beats of Salsa while the ballroom dancing instructor, Eric, gives you some tips on how to dance to the music. Tickets include transportation, dinner, dancing and entertainment. Alcohol not included. Tickets available: HERE.
• 6pm: Latte Art Throwdown at Lussi Brown Coffee Bar (food): This is a latte art tournament run by a bracket system. Competitors names will be drawn out and paired up. The winner of each pair will go on to the next round until only three remain and 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place is announced. See more details: HERE.
• 6:30pm: Thirsty Thursday! Pick Your Project at Board and Brush Lexington (art/crafts): Come and make a beautiful wooden sign for your home! Pick any sign from their gallery of over 200+ designs and they can personalize it with your name, dates, etc. Enjoy a variety of alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages and listen to an incredibly fun playlist while you’re building your boards! Tickets available: HERE.
• 6:30pm: Cherry Tree at Michael’s – Hamburg (art/crafts): Class Fee $15.00. In this 2-hour beginner class you will master classic painting techniques with step-by-step instructions demonstrated by your certified Grumbacher instructor to create a beautiful beginner painting. Supplies are not included. See list of supplies: HERE.
• 7pm: Kyle Daniel at Tin Roof (music): Live music! FREE show!
• 7pm: Spark Date Speed Dating: ages 30-46 at Belle’s Cocktail House: Once all guests for the evening have arrived, we will ask half of our guests to be seated, meeting their first date of the evening. After about 5-6 minutes, our first half will remain seated and the other half will move to their next date. A guest card with participants first names will help you note people who have sparked your interest. An intermission will be provided half way through the event. At the end of the night, mark your card to let your hostess know who you shared a spark with. They will contact you the next day to share matches who sparked with you too! Tickets available: HERE.
• 7pm: Trivia Event (for the Benefit of the Nest) at Belle’s Cocktail House (cause): A Trivia Event for the benefit of the Nest is a charity event that will raise funds for families that are in crisis throughout Lexington and Kentucky. There is a $20 Donation required per player. A player is defined as a mobile phone playing the trivia games on the KwizFun mobile app. All Players that donate are eligible for win prizes. More details: HERE.
• 7:15pm: Etta May at Comedy Off Broadway (comedy): Comedy Off Broadway welcomes back their old friend, Etta May for another 2 weeks of comedy! Tickets available: HERE (Also, on March 8 at 7:15pm and 9:45pm, March 9 at 7:15pm and 9:45pm, March 13 at 7:15, March 14 at 7:14pm, March 15 at 7:15pm and 9:45pm, and March 16 at 7:15pm and 9:45pm).
• 7:30pm: Marvel Movie Trivia at Bar Louie (games):  Come out for a special Marvel Movie trivia night at Bar Louie! HULK SMASH!
• 8pm: Music Bingo at Drake’s (games): Come play music bingo and win prizes! A fun take on traditional bingo. Players are given a bingo card where numbers have been replaced with song names, music titles or both. There’s a winner every game and it’s Pint Night with $3 pints of Drake’s Lager and Beer of the Month! (Recurring Tuesdays until April 23).
• 8pm: Ivy Rye, Rosemont Garden at Cosmic Charlie’s (music): Live music!
• 8pm: Ladies Night Thursday Night at Rose and Jim’s: Special drink prices, dance tunes, and karaoke!
• 8pm: Maggie Rose at The Burl (music): Exceptionally versatile singer-songwriter Maggie Rose released her highly anticipated album, Change The Whole Thing, September 21, 2018. Stamped with her affinity for finely crafted melodies and intricate storytelling, the project encompasses a blend of American music melding Rock, Soul, Rhythm and Blues, Country and Gospel.In 2018, Maggie Rose has played over 150 dates across the world including Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival and The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, while sharing the stage with artists such as Kelly Clarkson, Julia Michaels, Brandy Clark, and Bob Weir of Grateful Dead. Tickets available: HERE.
• 9pm: Moonbeau / Sunmates / Phourist & the Photons at Al’s Bar (music): Live music!
• 9pm: Outward: That’s Life Record Release Party at The Green Lantern (music): Come out March 7th to The Green Lantern Bar for Outward’s record release party at The Green Lantern! They have four acts including Outward for the evening and it’s going to be an incredible night of music with locals Leaden Verse and Helicoid!

 

 

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