Louisville is serving up a fun mix this final weekend of February! We have a chance to see a professional ballet, check out the massive Engineers Day celebration, and get outdoors for some goat cuddling. Don't miss the Maple Syrup Festival happening both Saturday and Sunday!
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E-Day (Engineers Day at the University of Kentucky)
Pigman College of Engineering
A huge, free, hands-on STEM event for all ages.
LaGrange Railroad Museum: S.T.E.A.M. By the Rails
LaGrange Railroad Museum
Indoor fun focusing on trains and hands-on learning.
Blackacre: Baby Goat Cuddles
Blackacre State Nature Preserve & Historic Homestead
Scheduled time to cuddle baby goats on Sunday afternoon.
· February 28
6FREE : This is a statewide celebration of engineering and STEM hosted by the University of Kentucky. Families can explore exhibits, watch demonstrations, and participate in fun competitions.It’s a massive, free, educational event celebrating science and engineering that families usually love.
35TH ANNUAL MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL AT LM SUGARBUSH : Head out for the 35th iteration of this local tradition celebrating the maple syrup season. While Sunday's time is specified, Saturday is included in the listing.It’s a unique seasonal festival happening both days of the target weekend.
: Enjoy a live musical based on the beloved Frog and Toad stories at the Derby Dinner Playhouse Saturday morning. This is likely aimed at younger theatre-goers.Family-friendly stage productions are a classic weekend outing, and 'Frog and Toad' suggests a younger target audience.
INFLATABLE FUN ZONE HOURS AT ALL ABOUT KIDS - LOUISVILLE - 2 SESSIONS : This listing indicates open play time in an inflatable area available Saturday morning. Check the venue for age ranges and exact locations.Inflatable zones are reliable hits for burning off energy, especially on a Saturday morning.
EP "TOM" SAWYER STATE PARK: BADMINTON IN THE GYM : If the weather cooperates, head to Tom Sawyer State Park for some indoor badminton action on Saturday afternoon.Using state park facilities for casual sports is a great way to spend the afternoon.
"SWAN LAKE" : Experience the Louisville Ballet perform Tchaikovsky's legendary masterpiece, "Swan Lake," at the beautiful Brown Theatre. This is your last chance Saturday night.High culture event featuring world-class performance art, running only through Saturday.
· March 1
1LITTLE COLONEL PLAYERS: NOW AND THEN : Catch an afternoon showing of this theatrical production by the local Little Colonel Players group on Sunday.Local theater performances are a great way to support community arts and entertain older kids/teens.
Also On· anytime this weekend
7: Take the little ones out for some scheduled animal interaction time. If you miss Saturday, you can still catch the cuddles on Sunday afternoon.Goat cuddles are a guaranteed hit with young children.
: Explore trains and engage in STEAM activities at the LaGrange Railroad Museum. This is listed for Saturday morning, providing an indoor option.Focuses specifically on STEAM topics in an engaging museum setting.
: Get some exercise indoors by heading to the Iceland Sports Complex for public skating time on Sunday morning.Provides active indoor fun available Sunday morning.
: If you need a quiet, engaging activity for younger kids on Sunday afternoon, check out the Children's Story Time at the Plainview Barnes & Noble location.Bookstore story times are excellent, low-pressure options for preschoolers.
: Go roller skating at Champ's Rollerdrome on Saturday morning. This is a classic family activity if you don't mind an alternative to ice skating.Offers a fun, active alternative to ice skating listed elsewhere.
: Head to All About Kids on Sunday afternoon for general open gym time to let the kids run around before the week starts.Reliable indoor activity available Sunday afternoon.
: Get the family navigating the trails at Anchorage on Saturday afternoon with this organized orienteering event.Orienteering is a fantastic way to make hiking challenging and fun for older kids.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Louisville this weekend?
The best free option this weekend appears to be E-Day (Engineers Day at the University of Kentucky) on Saturday in Lexington, which offers STEM exhibits and demonstrations for all ages. Additionally, look for free recurring events at the Louisville Free Public Library and Oldham County Public Library, which are listed as running both Saturday and Sunday.
Are there any theatre or performance options for families this weekend?
Yes! You can catch the final performance of the Louisville Ballet’s “Swan Lake” Saturday night at The Brown Theatre. For family-friendly musicals, check out the Saturday morning show of Derby Dinner Playhouse - A Year With Frog and Toad, or see the Little Colonel Players' production of Now and Then on Sunday afternoon.
What indoor activities are available if the weather is bad?
For active kids, look into Public Ice Skate Time at Iceland on Sunday, or Open Gym at All About Kids on Sunday afternoon. For something more structured, the LaGrange Railroad Museum hosts its S.T.E.A.M. By the Rails event on Saturday morning.
