Upcoming Area Events in Louisville, Kentucky

The list of upcoming Louisville events is as varied as it is exciting. To help you make the most of your visit, we've put together a few of our very favorites in this Louisville event guide. Whether you're a fan of the elegant sport of horse racing, fantastic cooking, arts and culture, or all of the above—you'll find it here in Kentucky's most lively city.

Events You Do Not Want to Miss in Louisville

The English Grill: This Valentine’s Day, The Brown Hotel is cordially inviting guests to celebrate with a five-course dinner in the romantic and relaxing ambiance of The Brown Hotel’s four diamond restaurant, The English Grill. The Valentine’s Day celebratory dinner will be hosted on Saturday, Feb. 11 and again on Tuesday, Feb. 14.

The Brown Hotel's Lobby Bar: This winter, The Brown Hotel is inviting guests to take pleasure in some of the world’s finest champagnes and sparkling wines. Beginning on New Year’s Eve and continuing every Friday in January and February, The Brown Hotel will offer a special Champagne Tasting Menu in its famed lobby bar from 4 to 7 p.m.

The Brown Hotel:     The 7th Annual Brown Hotel Bridal Experience  Meet with Louisville’s premier wedding professionals in a relaxed, fun setting.  The Brown’s award-winning culinary staff will have food and cocktail samplings, and you can take away some great ideas for your own wedding. January 20, 2012.

KFC Yum! Center:     University of Louisville Basketball; February 18, 2012 - Van Halen; March 3, 2012 - Jimmy Buffett; May 26, 2012 - Nickelback; June 7, 2012 - Red Hot Chili Peppers; June 10, 2012 - Roger Waters: The Wall Live.

KENTUCKY OPERA:    The Merry Widow - February 17 & February 19, 2012.

BROWN THEATRE:     Complexions Contemporary Ballet - February 3, 2012; Toyota Presents An Afternoon with Leigh Anne - February 5, 2012; The Dark Side of the Wall - February 25, 2012.