Louisville/Jefferson County, KY Events

MindBodySoul Intensive Outpatient Program

Thu, Apr 2, 2026

MindBodySoul is a professional substance use recovery and co-occurring mental health intensive outpatient and outpatient program in Louisville, KY. This program includes structured group services and individualized support led by experienced staff with lived recovery experience, aimed at individuals ready to engage consistently and build stability in recovery.

The Louisville Open Source Programming Meetup Group Monthly Meetup

Wed, Apr 8, 2026

Monthly tech meetup in Louisville for open source programming professionals to network and share knowledge.

JVA WORLD CHALLENGE 2026

Fri, Apr 10, 2026 – Sun, Apr 12, 2026

JVA WORLD CHALLENGE 2026 will be held at the Kentucky International Convention Center in Louisville, Kentucky. This event spans two days, from April 10 to April 12, 2026. Please visit the event website for more details and registration.

LouisvilleCon Pop Culture Convention 2026

Sat, Apr 11, 2026

LouisvilleCon is a pop culture convention in Louisville, Kentucky featuring exhibitors and professionals from comic books, toys, gaming, animation, and more. The event offers opportunities for networking with industry professionals, vendors, and artists. It includes panels, meet and greets with voice actors and celebrities, and vendor tables for businesses. This is a great chance for professionals in the pop culture and entertainment industries to connect and showcase their work.

2026 Big O Tires Annual Convention

Wed, Apr 15, 2026

The 2026 Big O Tires Annual Convention is a professional business event held in Louisville, Kentucky, focused on networking, industry updates, and career advancement.

Retirement Readiness Workshop

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Clergy retiring this year or considering retirement in the next 5 to 10 years are encouraged to attend the Retirement Readiness Workshop. Participants will hear from Wespath, the Board of Ordained Ministry Operational Team, and the Board of Pensions. Register by April 2 to receive a personalized retirement projection prepared by Wespath.

NCOIL 2026 Spring Meeting

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 – Sun, Apr 19, 2026

The National Council of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL) 2026 Spring Meeting is a professional event focused on insurance legislation, policy discussions, and networking among policymakers, corporate partners, and industry professionals. It includes committee meetings, keynote luncheons, receptions, and opportunities for professional development and industry dialogue.

Elementary Art Showcase

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Explore the Elementary Art Showcase at Virginia Chance School, featuring student artwork. This event provides an opportunity for parents and community members to appreciate the creative talents of students and network with other attendees.

Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Louisville

Sat, Apr 18, 2026

Annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k in Louisville with designer shirts, custom medals, chip-timing, and a great opportunity for local professionals to connect and compete.

DoNot Stop Half Marathon (5k/10k) - Louisville

Sun, Apr 19, 2026

A 5K and 10K running event in Louisville offering a great opportunity for local professionals to engage in outdoor fitness and community connection.

AAOE Annual Conference

Mon, Apr 20, 2026 – Wed, Apr 22, 2026

The AAOE Annual Conference is a professional event for orthopedic executives and professionals to network, learn, and advance their careers. It takes place in Louisville, Kentucky.

Kentucky Cloud Data Engineering Symposium

Mon, Apr 20, 2026 – Tue, Apr 21, 2026

A focused event on cloud-based ETL processes and modern data pipeline architecture covering AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, real-time streaming, and scalable ETL operations. Includes workshops on Apache Airflow, Spark, Kafka, and connects mid to senior level data engineers and cloud professionals for networking.

Community Impact "Immies" Awards

Tue, Apr 21, 2026

Celebrate and network with professional leaders at the Community Impact "Immies" Awards held at Angel's Envy Bourbon Club at Cardinal Stadium.

Field Trip to the Carolinas: Sherman’s 1865 Campaign

Wed, Apr 22, 2026 – Sun, Apr 26, 2026

A professional field trip led by Civil War historian Wade Sokolosky to explore Sherman’s 1865 Campaign in the Carolinas. Participants will visit significant battlefields and historical sites, gaining in-depth knowledge and networking with fellow history professionals and enthusiasts.

2026 Kentucky Writing Workshop

Fri, Apr 24, 2026

A full-day in-person writing conference in Louisville, KY on April 24, 2026. Designed to help adult writers with how to get published through intense workshops, pitch sessions with literary agents and editors, Q&A, and professional feedback. The event features sessions on writing inspiration, query crafting, revision, conflict creation, and offers opportunities for one-on-one pitches with literary agents.

2026 Jefferson County PVA Online Conference Appeal Process

Fri, Apr 24, 2026 – Mon, May 18, 2026

The 2026 Jefferson County Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) Online Conferences offer property owners the opportunity to appeal their property assessments if they believe the assessed value does not represent the fair market value as of January 1. The appeal process includes an Online Conference as the first step, available from April 24 to May 18, 2026. This event provides professional adults with a chance to engage in the property assessment appeal process, learn about assessment documentation, and receive assistance from PVA staff either in-person or via telephone.

Kentucky Derby Annual Event

Sat, May 2, 2026

The Kentucky Derby is an iconic event held annually at Churchill Downs in Louisville. This event attracts horse racing enthusiasts, celebrities, and professionals from various industries, offering opportunities for networking and celebrating tradition in the thoroughbred racing world.

Game Creators Meetup

Sun, May 3, 2026

Game development meetup in Louisville, Kentucky focused on professional networking and collaboration among game developers.

INDOOR GENESIS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Thu, May 7, 2026 – Sat, May 9, 2026

Industry and professional event at the Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, KY. Network with professionals and stakeholders in the indoor sports and event management sectors.

Harold Holzer: Abraham Lincoln - Louisville Civil War Round Table 600th Meeting

Sat, May 9, 2026

Celebrate the 600th meeting of the Louisville Civil War Round Table with renowned Abraham Lincoln scholar Harold Holzer. This event offers professional networking and learning opportunities focused on Lincoln and Civil War era political culture.

The Louisville Open Source Programming Meetup Group Monthly Meetup

Wed, May 13, 2026

Monthly tech meetup in Louisville for open source programming professionals to network and share knowledge.

What’s Behind the Counter: Highland Cleaners

Thu, May 14, 2026

A closer look at how local businesses really operate. Join us for an exclusive pass into the stories, secrets, and successes of Louisville’s beloved local businesses. This stop is Highland Cleaners, a family-owned mainstay since 1944, showcasing tradition and modern sustainability. See their pressing machines and eco-friendly wet cleaning technology, and learn about their community commitment.

Louisville H.E.R.O. Run/Walk/Ruck

Sun, May 17, 2026

The 5th Annual Louisville Honor Earned, Remembrance Owed (H.E.R.O.) Run/Walk/Ruck honors those who died in battle and provides a structured event for professionals to participate in a commemorative and networking environment.

Morning Coffee with LIBA at Louisville Public Media

Thu, May 21, 2026

A casual and productive morning of networking bringing together Louisville's independent business community. Each month, a different partner member business hosts the event to showcase their unique space and services. Enjoy coffee, pastries, and make valuable connections with like-minded individuals and entrepreneurs before your workday begins.

Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Louisville

Mon, May 25, 2026

The Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k event in Louisville offers finishing medals and a virtual option, ideal for adult professionals aiming to combine fitness with social networking.

4-H Teen Club

Thu, May 28, 2026

Join the 4-H Teen Club each month at the Jefferson County Cooperative Extension Office. A chance for teens to learn new skills and network with peers.

Louisville/Jefferson County, KY Events

Upcoming events

MindBodySoul Intensive Outpatient Program

The Louisville Open Source Programming Meetup Group Monthly Meetup

JVA WORLD CHALLENGE 2026

LouisvilleCon Pop Culture Convention 2026

2026 Big O Tires Annual Convention

Retirement Readiness Workshop

NCOIL 2026 Spring Meeting

Elementary Art Showcase

Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Louisville

DoNot Stop Half Marathon (5k/10k) - Louisville

AAOE Annual Conference

Kentucky Cloud Data Engineering Symposium

Community Impact "Immies" Awards

Field Trip to the Carolinas: Sherman’s 1865 Campaign

2026 Kentucky Writing Workshop

2026 Jefferson County PVA Online Conference Appeal Process

Kentucky Derby Annual Event

Game Creators Meetup

INDOOR GENESIS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Harold Holzer: Abraham Lincoln - Louisville Civil War Round Table 600th Meeting

The Louisville Open Source Programming Meetup Group Monthly Meetup

What’s Behind the Counter: Highland Cleaners

Louisville H.E.R.O. Run/Walk/Ruck

Morning Coffee with LIBA at Louisville Public Media

Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Louisville

4-H Teen Club