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Tour de Lex
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Grillin’ and Chillin’ in Smithtown
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
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Andrew Lloyd Webber’s fabulous musical based on the biblical tale of Joseph’s “coat of many colors” is fun for the whole family! The whimsical and entertaining score features genres from country to disco to 50’s pop while the heart-warming story teaches important life-lessons of perseverance, forgiveness and love. The Lexington Theatre Company combines Broadway veterans, rising stars, and local professionals for a production that feels just like Broadway, crafted right here in Lexington.

Picnic with the Pops: Back to the 80s
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Get ready to travel back to the ’80’s with an unforgettable performance, featuring a dynamic band, powerhouse vocalists, and the full force of the Lexington Philharmonic, all led by Music Director, Mélisse Brunet! Back to the ’80’s is a power-packed evening of the decade’s #1 hit songs, including “The Power of Love,” “Time After Time,” “Material Girl,” “I’ve Had the Time of My Life,” “Addicted to Love” and many others. Expect to hear songs from the most iconic stars of the ’80’s, such as Madonna, Debbie Gibson, Huey Lewis & The News, Phil Collins, Joe Cocker, and others. This Schirmer Theatrical/Greenberg Artists co-production features arrangements by Grammy-winner Jeff Tyzik.

2025 Tea and Talk at Waveland: “Waveland Treasures at Ashland”
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The Kentucky Life Museum, which once housed a diverse collection of historical artifacts, played a crucial role in preserving Kentucky’s cultural heritage. Some of its valuable items belonging to Henry Clay were eventually transferred to Ashland, Henry Clay’s estate, in a move that sought to enhance the preservation and public accessibility of Kentucky’s historical treasures. At a “Tea and Talk” Waveland serves Solomon’s Porch savories, scones and sweets and Elmwood Inn tea. Enjoy a special presentation! Cost is $40 per person. Limit 20 guests. Call 859-272-3611 for reservations.

250Lex: Concert for Lexington
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250Lex: Concert for Lexington celebrates the city’s 250th anniversary with Lexington artists Ben Sollee, Joslyn & The Sweet Compression, Julia Perry, Central Kentucky Youth Orchestra, and a world premiere by Shawn E. Okpebholo.
The concert is free but registration is required. Registration opens July 1 at lexphil.org.

LexArts HOP — Sept. 19
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On HOP night dozens of galleries, museums, artists’ studios, and creative spaces collectively throw open their doors for anyone and everyone to enjoy. LexArts HOP has something for locals and visitors alike. A chance to roam and explore Lexington while being introduced to diverse art and artists. Spend the evening hopping from location to location taking in galleries, artist studios, and supporting venues exhibits. Take this chance to socialize with friends, strangers, and art lovers galore. Many pieces will be for sale by the artists if you’re looking to start a new collection or add the perfect piece to an existing one. Some HOP sites are pop-ups, but many have regular hours that you can find in the OFFICIAL HOP GUIDE. Official HOP Guides will be available at LexArts on Mill, 161 N. Mill and at all participating sites.

2025 Tea and Talk at Waveland: “Birds at Waveland”
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The Kentucky Life Museum, which once housed a diverse collection of historical artifacts, played a crucial role in preserving Kentucky’s cultural heritage. Some of its valuable items belonging to Henry Clay were eventually transferred to Ashland, Henry Clay’s estate, in a move that sought to enhance the preservation and public accessibility of Kentucky’s historical treasures. At a “Tea and Talk” Waveland serves Solomon’s Porch savories, scones and sweets and Elmwood Inn tea. Enjoy a special presentation! Cost is $40 per person. Limit 20 guests. Call 859-272-3611 for reservations.

2025 Tea and Talk at Waveland: “Honoring the Departed in the 18th Century”
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In the late 18th century, funeral practices became more formalized and elaborate, reflecting the growing influence of social status and personal wealth and on how individuals were honored in death. The deceased were often dressed in fine clothing, placed in ornate coffins, and buried in family plots, with the wealthy commissioning elaborate monuments or tombstones to ensure their legacy. Mourning rituals were also more structured, with widows and close relatives expected to wear black clothing for extended periods. At a “Tea and Talk” Waveland serves Solomon’s Porch savories, scones and sweets and Elmwood Inn tea. Enjoy a special presentation! Cost is $40 per person. Limit 20 guests. Call 859-272-3611 for reservations.

A Christmas Carol: The Musical
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This Charles Dickens Christmas classic gets a whole new spin in Alan Menken and Lynn Ahren’s spectacular musicalized version. Delight in this holiday favorite as Ebeneezer Scrooge is visited by the spirits of Christmas – past, present and future – who hope to change his curmudgeonly ways. A fantastic holiday gift from all of us at The Lex, to you and yours. The Lexington Theatre Company combines Broadway veterans, rising stars, and local professionals for a production that feels just like Broadway, crafted right here in Lexington.

LexArts HOP — Nov. 21
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On HOP night dozens of galleries, museums, artists’ studios, and creative spaces collectively throw open their doors for anyone and everyone to enjoy. LexArts HOP has something for locals and visitors alike. A chance to roam and explore Lexington while being introduced to diverse art and artists. Spend the evening hopping from location to location taking in galleries, artist studios, and supporting venues exhibits. Take this chance to socialize with friends, strangers, and art lovers galore. Many pieces will be for sale by the artists if you’re looking to start a new collection or add the perfect piece to an existing one. Some HOP sites are pop-ups, but many have regular hours that you can find in the OFFICIAL HOP GUIDE. Official HOP Guides will be available at LexArts on Mill, 161 N. Mill and at all participating sites.

2025 Tea and Talk at Waveland: “A History of Thanksgiving in the USA”
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The first Thanksgiving in the United States has traditionally been thought to be the 1621 feast held by Pilgrims and Wampanoag people in what is present-day Massachusetts. However, there were several other Thanksgiving services that took place earlier and in different parts of the country. Enjoy a Thanksgiving inspired tea while learning about the history of Thanksgiving and how it eventually became a national holiday. At a “Tea and Talk” Waveland serves Solomon’s Porch savories, scones and sweets and Elmwood Inn tea. Enjoy a special presentation! Cost is $40 per person. Limit 20 guests. Call 859-272-3611 for reservations.