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Sep 09, 2024
Your Gift Can Keep Waterfront Park Thriving – Donate Today!
Early giving for Give for Good Louisville is now open, and we need your help to keep Waterfront Park flourishing as we celebrate 25 incredible years of Waterfront Park! Waterfront Park has
Sep 04, 2024
Overlook Restoration sponsored by the Humana Foundation
The Humana Foundation has announced a $600,000 grant to restore a declining area of Waterfront Park, a hub of nature and recreation that promotes physical and mental wellness for our
Sep 03, 2024
Join Us in Shaping the Future of Waterfront Park – Give For Good Louisville
Next Thursday, Give for Good Louisville will ignite our community’s spirit of generosity through an extraordinary day of generosity. This year, we invite you to join us in celebrating 25 years
Aug 23, 2024
Celebrate Community and Explore Upcoming Events at Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Let’s talk about the elephant in the park. As most of you know by now, Pig Beach BBQ made the decision to
Aug 23, 2024
Volunteer Extraordinaire: Nicole Walton’s Legacy at Waterfront Park
Meet Nicole Walton, a driving force behind Waterfront Park’s success. Her unwavering dedication to community service and her longstanding commitment to Waterfront Park have made an extraordinary impact for park
Jul 29, 2024
Experience the Heart of Louisville at Waterfront Park!
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Did you know Waterfront Park is the most visited destination in Downtown Louisville and that nearly 25% of our park visitors are
Jul 01, 2024
Celebrate Summer at Waterfront Park: Fireworks, Music and More!
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Our Waterfront Park Fourth of July celebration is right around the corner and, this year, we are excited to bring you Waterfront’s
Jul 01, 2024
Summer Thrills Await: Don’t Miss Out on the Fun!
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Warm greetings from your favorite, donor-supported public park! Over the next couple months, you will see exactly why Waterfront Park is the
Thursday, July 4th at the Big Four Lawn from 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm. The event is FREE thanks to our valuable sponsors and donors like you!
LRSFest is the original Louisville Rock Showcase!
FEATURING TONY & THE TAN LINES, PIG BEACH BBQ, SUMMER COCKTAILS & MORE! Join us as we officially kick off summertime with the debut of “Sailing Into Summer”, a benefit
Grab your capes, lace up your sneakers, and join us as we walk, roll, and celebrate the incredible achievements of our kids. Each year, families, friends, staff, and community partners
Apr 26, 2024
Shining a Spotlight on Sustainability: Earth Month Edition!
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: April not only marks the start of our event season and the emergence of spring but also Earth Month. Waterfront Park is
Mar 29, 2024
Spring Into Action: Your Guide to Upcoming Events
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: With the arrival of spring, I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to the exciting new season at Waterfront Park! As
The Ripple Effects Student Photography Contest will celebrate water for the fourth consecutive year. From now until August 5, students in grades K-12 are invited to capture images of what
Join us at Pig Beach BBQ for the 2024 WFPK Waterfront Wednesday season launch party on Wednesday, March 27! Laura Shine kicks off the festivities at 4 pm with a
Join us for an unforgettable experience that combines the thrill of paddleboarding on the scenic Ohio River with a delectable culinary journey through Louisville’s vibrant culinary scene in the Nulu
Join us for an unforgettable experience that combines the thrill of paddleboarding on the scenic Ohio River with a delectable culinary journey through Louisville’s vibrant culinary scene in the Nulu
Join us for an unforgettable experience that combines the thrill of paddleboarding on the scenic Ohio River with a delectable culinary journey through Louisville’s vibrant culinary scene in the Nulu
Join us for an unforgettable experience that combines the thrill of paddleboarding on the scenic Ohio River with a delectable culinary journey through Louisville’s vibrant culinary scene in the Nulu
Join us for an unforgettable experience that combines the thrill of paddleboarding on the scenic Ohio River with a delectable culinary journey through Louisville’s vibrant culinary scene in the Nulu
Join us for an unforgettable adventure with Paddleboard and Paddleboat! Start your day with a 1.5-hour paddleboarding excursion along the scenic Ohio River, commencing from Waterfront Park behind Joe’s Crab
Join us for an unforgettable adventure with Paddleboard and Paddleboat! Start your day with a 1.5-hour paddleboarding excursion along the scenic Ohio River, commencing from Waterfront Park behind Joe’s Crab
Join us for an unforgettable adventure with Paddleboard and Paddleboat! Start your day with a 1.5-hour paddleboarding excursion along the scenic Ohio River, commencing from Waterfront Park behind Joe’s Crab
Saddle up for an unforgettable Derby Day adventure on the serene waters of the strand on the Ohio River! Join us for a paddling experience like no other, combining the
Mar 12, 2024
Help Our Waterfront Be #1 In The Nation
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Waterfront Park has been nominated as a top Riverwalk in the nation and we need your votes to secure the #1 spot. As
Feb 29, 2024
Swing Into Spring At Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Today, I’m thrilled to share an exciting addition to our waterfront experience: Louisville legend Jack Harlow announced the launch of Gazebo Festival,
Jack Harlow announces GAZEBO Festival, a music festival he will co-headline with multiple GRAMMY Award winner, SZA, on May 25 & 26 at Louisville’s Waterfront Park.
Jack Harlow announces GAZEBO Festival, a music festival he will co-headline with multiple GRAMMY Award winner, SZA, on May 25 & 26 at Louisville’s Waterfront Park.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Bark & Brunch by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Bark & Brunch by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Bark & Brunch by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Bark & Brunch by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Bark & Brunch by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Sky Soul Festival Location: Great Lawn Featuring: Anthony Hamilton, Dru Hill, Doug E. Fresh & KeKe Wyatt Location: Great Lawn Get ready for a magical, musical, experience as the Sky
LRS102.com 5 Years, 5 Bands, 5 Bucks!
Waterfront Park is excited to have the Fleur De Flea return on Labor Day weekend for the biggest vintage market in Kentuckiana!
The Louisville Wine & Food Experience presented by USA TODAY creates rich and colorful moments for guests to taste, savor and explore the Louisville culinary scene, from local trends to
Join the Thanksgiving Day tradition at the Louisville Hungry Turkey 5K Run/Walk.
Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone.
Jan 25, 2024
Winter Along the Waterfront
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: It wasn’t until I started working at Waterfront Park six years ago that I began to observe and appreciate the ever-changing character
Support Waterfront Park during Give for Good Louisville on Thursday, September 12! Click here to support Waterfront Park with a donation!
Join us for a meaningful journey at our Parkinson’s Moving Forward Together Walk! Lace up your sneakers and step forward to make strides in the fight against Parkinson’s disease.
Pig Beach BBQ Louisville is excited to announce their limited dinner series featuring top pitmasters from across the country! Tickets to the event includes dinner prepared by featured pit master,
Pig Beach BBQ Louisville is excited to announce their limited dinner series featuring top pitmasters from across the country! Tickets to the event includes dinner prepared by featured pit master,
Pig Beach BBQ Louisville is excited to announce their limited dinner series featuring top pitmasters from across the country! Tickets to the event includes dinner prepared by featured pit master,
Pig Beach BBQ Louisville is excited to announce their limited dinner series featuring top pitmasters from across the country! Tickets to the event includes dinner prepared by featured pit master,
Dec 20, 2023
‘Tis The Season at Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: As we here at Waterfront Park reflect on the past year, we’re inspired by the profound sense of community ownership and pride
Thousands of cyclists, paddlers and walkers will be on the move again at the Mayor’s Hike, Bike & Paddle Monday, September 2nd as it returns for another Labor Day at
The Kentuckiana Heart Walk is an annual event organized by the American Heart Association in the Kentuckiana region, which includes parts of Kentucky and Indiana. The walk aims to raise
4 mile run that starts at Louisville Slugger Field, enters the park at Preston and Witherspoon, circles around the park and finishes back at Preston and Witherspoon.
Waterfront Park is excited to have the Fleur De Flea return on Labor Day weekend for the biggest vintage market in Kentuckiana!
Waterfront Park is excited to have the Fleur De Flea return on Fourth of July weekend for the biggest vintage market in Kentuckiana!
The Out of the Darkness Community Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our communities and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and
Down Syndrome of Louisville is a nonprofit organization founded in 1977 as an early intervention education resource for children with Down Syndrome in Kentucky.
This event raises funds for Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS) and features a category of race winners specifically celebrating runners who are blind or visually impaired!
The Kicking Butt 5k brings together survivors, fighters, advocates, healthcare providers and community members who are working relentlessly to eliminate preventable colon cancer death and suffering.
The Big Four Arts Festival Kicks off Art Festival Season Every year on the weekend following Labor Day at Big Four® Bridge, Waterfront Park in Louisville, Kentucky
The Big Four Arts Festival Kicks off Art Festival Season Every year on the weekend following Labor Day at Big Four® Bridge, Waterfront Park in Louisville, Kentucky
The Race to Cure Sarcoma (RTCS) is the premier run/walk series in the United States, focused on raising awareness, providing education, and research funds for sarcoma.
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Event Information TBA
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Event Information TBA
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Event Information TBA
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Event Information TBA
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Event Information TBA
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Event Information TBA
The Louisville Triple Crown of Running returns for 2024 with a 5K on March 2, followed by the 10K on March 16, and finishing with the 15K on March 30.
To some, it’s the official kick-off to the Kentucky Derby Festival. To others, it’s the unofficial beginning of spring. But to all, it’s simply one of the largest annual fireworks
Kentucky’s largest Sprint and Olympic triathlon!
Waggin’ Tail is the region’s largest celebration of animals and helps raise funds for the Kentucky Humane Society’s lifesaving work to help cats, dogs and horses in our community.
Nov 17, 2023
Loving Our Waterfront Is Autumn-atic
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Welcome to the November edition of our newsletter, where we unravel the mysteries surrounding Waterfront Park. One commonly asked question is whether Waterfront
The Out of the Darkness Community Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our communities and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and
Oct 20, 2023
Autumn Leaves & A Cool Breeze At Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Although our event season is winding down, things never seem to slow down at Waterfront Park. With the beautiful fall weather we’ve
Get ready for an exciting day of adventure, socializing, and optional brunch at our Paddle, Play, and Socialize event in Louisville, Kentucky!
Sep 22, 2023
Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall At Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: As the cool of the autumn season slowly begins to make its presence known at Waterfront Park, I am reminded of the
Sep 05, 2023
Waterfront Park Invites You To Give For Good!
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Save the date of September 14 because Give for Good Louisville is next week! This year, Waterfront Park is excited to celebrate 10 years
Pig Beach BBQ Louisville Grand Opening Thursday, August 31 11:00 am A press conference will be held at 10 am prior to the grand opening. Pig Beach BBQ is opening
Downtown Silent Disco at Waterfront Park When: Saturday, September 16 Where: Big Four Lawn (under the disc) – 1001 River Road Time: 7 pm ** Produced by Louisville Downtown Partnership
Experience the magic of the Water Lantern Festival where you will enjoy tasty food trucks, fun music, and an incredible sight as thousands of floating lanterns reflect unique messages of
The Hot Brown Showdown is back for 2023! Friends of Waterfront Park, the nonprofit auxiliary arm of Waterfront Park, debuted this new fundraising event in 2022 and will be holding
Support Waterfront Park during Give for Good Louisville on Thursday, September 14! Click here to support Waterfront Park with a donation! Waterfront Park is the place where Louisville comes together.
Aug 11, 2023
Enjoy the Dog Days of Summer at Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: As summer begins to wind down, our lives often begin to pick back up as we prepare for the busy back-to-school season.
Jul 20, 2023
Celebrating Parks & Recreation At Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Not so long ago, our waterfront was an inaccessible wasteland of scrap yards, blighted industrial buildings, and an infamous bridge to nowhere.
Jun 29, 2023
Happy Fourth of July from Waterfront Park!
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Every summer, Waterfront Park welcomes the entire community on the Fourth of July in the heart of our city with music, food,
Pitbull Saturday, August 26, 2023 Waterfront Park (Great Lawn) Louisville, KY Click here to purchase tickets Gates: 5:00pm | Show: 6:30pm All Ages Rain or Shine This show is General Admission
Jun 15, 2023
No Time Like Summertime at Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Summertime is here at Waterfront Park, and with it comes a lot of reasons to celebrate. From seeing the blooming flowers in
May 24, 2023
Sunshine & Blue Skies At Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: You never know who you might meet at Waterfront Park. The recent coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla reminded us
Apr 27, 2023
Come Together At Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Our waterfront is where we come together as a community – to contemplate loss and express hope for a better future. We
Apr 26, 2023
2023 Derby Marathon & Mini-Marathon Street Closures
9 am (Friday, April 28, 2023) – 4 pm (Saturday, April 29, 2023) Adams Street from Campbell Street to Cable Street Saturday, April 29, 2023 4 am – 4 pm
Ripple Effects Student Photography Workshop with John Nation FREE for students ages 6-18 Location: Community Boat House Water is vital to life on Earth and our city is fortunate to
Mar 29, 2023
Springing Into The Season At Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Spring is here at Waterfront Park. For some, spring represents starting fresh and starting over. But for all of us here at
Join the Thanksgiving Day tradition at the Louisville Hungry Turkey 5K Run/Walk.
Waterfront Park Fourth of July Where: Great Lawn Event Information TBA
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Bark & Brunch by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Bark & Brunch by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Bark & Brunch by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Bark & Brunch by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Bark & Brunch by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Feb 09, 2023
Showing Big LOVE for the Big Four!
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Expressions of love are everywhere this month and that is one of the reasons we love February. We are so grateful for our community of
Join us for our annual race that brings together survivors, fighters, advocates, healthcare providers and community partners to eliminate preventable colon cancer death and suffering.
Thousands of cyclists, paddlers and walkers will be on the move again at the Mayor’s Hike, Bike & Paddle Monday, September 4th as it returns for another Labor Day at
Thousands of cyclists, paddlers and walkers will be on the move again at the Mayor’s Hike, Bike & Paddle Monday, May 29th as it returns for a 18th consecutive Memorial
5k walk/run kickoff in honor of Tyler Gerth who was tragically killed in 2020 during a protest in Louisville. On his three year anniversary we are hosting this event as
Kentucky’s largest Sprint and Olympic triathlon!
A four mile run/walk through beautiful Waterfront Park (click here for course map) in the morning and a baseball game that evening. What a perfect way to spend a summer
Christmas Tree Lawn will be open once again this year continuing the tradition of Christmas trees and holiday greenery at Waterfront Park. Local vendor, Book’s Christmas Trees, will carry a
Waterfront Park is excited to have the Fleur De Flea return on Labor Day weekend for the biggest vintage market in Kentuckiana!
Waterfront Park is excited to have the Fleur De Flea return on Memorial Day weekend for the biggest vintage market in Kentuckiana!
The GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon & Marathon is a long-standing tradition held every spring in Kentucky. It has become the largest annual day of road racing in the
LOUISVILLE TRIPLE CROWN OF RUNNING – 15K RACE DATE: April 1, 2022 START TIME: 7:30 a.m. RACE LOCATION: Waterfront Park – South Great Lawn (222 E Witherspoon St, Louisville, KY
The Louisville Wine & Food Experience presented by USA TODAY creates rich and colorful moments for guests to taste, savor and explore the Louisville culinary scene, from local trends to
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Brunch (& Bark) by the Bridge HOWL-O-WEEN PAWTY!
The Derby Festival’s annual cycling experience – the PNC Tour de Lou – is a unique way to tour Louisville on two wheels and celebrates its 10th year in 2023.
Jan 09, 2023
Cast Your Vote & Support The Park In 2023!
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Friends, we need your votes to claim the title as the Best Riverwalk in the country!! For the third year in a
Nov 29, 2022
Tis’ The Season To Be Thankful!
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: In the spirit of the holiday season, I would like to thank all our Waterfront Park supporters. Together with you, we have
Via Colori® Kentucky is a festival in which hundreds of artists, community organizations, vendors, and partners come together to host the most creative festival in Kentucky. Over 100 artists participate
Via Colori® Kentucky is a festival in which hundreds of artists, community organizations, vendors, and partners come together to host the most creative festival in Kentucky. Over 100 artists participate
The Komen More Than Pink Walk brings together survivors, those living with metastatic breast cancer, and our supporters to walk a short distance and fundraise for Susan G. Komen.
Down Syndrome of Louisville is a nonprofit organization founded in 1977 as an early intervention education resource for children with Down Syndrome in Kentucky.
This event raises funds for Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS) and features a category of race winners specifically celebrating runners who are blind or visually impaired!
Join your friends and neighbors and be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Physical and emotional health have never been more important than they are now!
Louisville Pagan Pride Day More Information TBA
The Big Four Arts Festival Kicks off Art Festival Season Every year on the weekend following Labor Day at Big Four® Bridge, Waterfront Park in Louisville, Kentucky
The Big Four Arts Festival Kicks off Art Festival Season Every year on the weekend following Labor Day at Big Four® Bridge, Waterfront Park in Louisville, Kentucky
Family fun 5K or 1 mile run/walk to raise funds and awareness for sarcoma research. The event honors and celebrates sarcoma survivors, caregivers, medical professionals, those that have lost loved
Waterfront Park Fourth of July Where: Great Lawn Event Information TBA
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Event Information TBA
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Event Information TBA
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Event Information TBA
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Event Information TBA
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Event Information TBA
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Event Information TBA
One of the Derby Festival’s signature events, Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville, will take over Waterfront Park for nine straight days this spring featuring an action-packed line-up of concerts, festive food, family-friendly fun,
One of the Derby Festival’s signature events, Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville, will take over Waterfront Park for nine straight days this spring featuring an action-packed line-up of concerts, festive food, family-friendly fun,
One of the Derby Festival’s signature events, Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville, will take over Waterfront Park for nine straight days this spring featuring an action-packed line-up of concerts, festive food, family-friendly fun,
One of the Derby Festival’s signature events, Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville, will take over Waterfront Park for nine straight days this spring featuring an action-packed line-up of concerts, festive food, family-friendly fun,
One of the Derby Festival’s signature events, Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville, will take over Waterfront Park for nine straight days this spring featuring an action-packed line-up of concerts, festive food, family-friendly fun,
One of the Derby Festival’s signature events, Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville, will take over Waterfront Park for nine straight days this spring featuring an action-packed line-up of concerts, festive food, family-friendly fun,
One of the Derby Festival’s signature events, Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville, will take over Waterfront Park for nine straight days this spring featuring an action-packed line-up of concerts, festive food, family-friendly fun,
One of the Derby Festival’s signature events, Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville, will take over Waterfront Park for nine straight days this spring featuring an action-packed line-up of concerts, festive food, family-friendly fun,
One of the Derby Festival’s signature events, Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville, will take over Waterfront Park for nine straight days this spring featuring an action-packed line-up of concerts, festive food, family-friendly fun,
To some, it’s the official kick-off to the Kentucky Derby Festival. To others, it’s the unofficial beginning of spring. But to all, it’s simply one of the largest annual fireworks
Nov 15, 2022
Breaking Ground for Family Fun | Park Expansion and Fall Festivities
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: This month, we are excited to announce that we are breaking ground on Waterfront Park Phase IV, the 22-acre westward park expansion! This
Christmas Tree Lawn will be open once again this year continuing the tradition of Christmas trees and holiday greenery at Waterfront Park. Local vendor, Book’s Christmas Trees, will carry a
The Venardos Circus, a unique broadway-style Circus, is returning to Louisville, KY at Big Four Lawn at Waterfront Park, 1101 E River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206 from October 20 to
The Venardos Circus, a unique broadway-style Circus, is returning to Louisville, KY at Big Four Lawn at Waterfront Park, 1101 E River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206 from October 20 to
The Venardos Circus, a unique broadway-style Circus, is returning to Louisville, KY at Big Four Lawn at Waterfront Park, 1101 E River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206 from October 20 to
The Venardos Circus, a unique broadway-style Circus, is returning to Louisville, KY at Big Four Lawn at Waterfront Park, 1101 E River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206 from October 20 to
The Venardos Circus, a unique broadway-style Circus, is returning to Louisville, KY at Big Four Lawn at Waterfront Park, 1101 E River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206 from October 20 to
The Venardos Circus, a unique broadway-style Circus, is returning to Louisville, KY at Big Four Lawn at Waterfront Park, 1101 E River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206 from October 20 to
The Venardos Circus, a unique broadway-style Circus, is returning to Louisville, KY at Big Four Lawn at Waterfront Park, 1101 E River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206 from October 20 to
The Venardos Circus, a unique broadway-style Circus, is returning to Louisville, KY at Big Four Lawn at Waterfront Park, 1101 E River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206 from October 20 to
The 14th annual Via Colori® Street Painting Festival will be held October 15, 2022 – October 16, 2022. Via Colori® Kentucky is a festival in which hundreds of artists, community organizations,
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Brunch (& Bark) by the Bridge HOWL-O-WEEN PAWTY!
This event raises funds for Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS) and features a category of race winners specifically celebrating runners who are blind or visually impaired!
On Thursday September 15 from 11am-2pm at the Base of the Big Four Bridge, join us for lunch, music and fun at the park!
Sep 07, 2022
Looking Ahead at Fall Fun at Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Though summer is winding down, there are still so many things to look forward to at Waterfront Park in the coming months.
5K walk/run hosted BluMine Health and The Kids Center. The 5K will be benefitting The Kids Center.
Community Day is a monthly event in Niantic games that encourages players to meet up in the real world and explore together. Get some fresh air with your local community
Friends of Waterfront Park, FOWP, a nonprofit auxiliary arm of Waterfront Park, is pleased to announce the debut of a new fundraising event, Hot Brown Showdown. This cook-off and tasting
The Komen More Than Pink Walk brings together survivors, those living with metastatic breast cancer, and our supporters to walk a short distance and fundraise for Susan G. Komen.
The Louisville Sustainability Council’s Volunteer Fair will be a one-stop-shop to get plugged in with sustainability-related organizations all across the city. There will be 30+ organizations and community groups representing
Jul 25, 2022
Keep Cool at Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: July is National Park and Recreation Month, a time to recognize and reflect upon the important role parks play in our communities
Join regional deadheads October 18-20, 2024, bringing it back home to the Brown Forman Amphitheater at Waterfront Park in Louisville, KY for the Grateville Dead Music Festival.
Join regional deadheads October 18-20, 2024, bringing it back home to the Brown Forman Amphitheater at Waterfront Park in Louisville, KY for the Grateville Dead Music Festival.
Join regional deadheads October 18-20, 2024, bringing it back home to the Brown Forman Amphitheater at Waterfront Park in Louisville, KY for the Grateville Dead Music Festival.
Food, Fun, and Laughter for the kids and family!!
Food, Fun, and Laughter for the kids and family!!
Join the Thanksgiving Day tradition at the Louisville Hungry Turkey 5K Run/Walk.
Gourdy’s Pumpkin Run Location: South Great Lawn Event Website: https://www.gourdyspumpkinrun.com/event/louisville-2022/ 7 am – Packet Pickup 9 am – 5K Begins REGISTRATION INCLUDES: Entry to the 5K run or walk
LRS Fest is the Original Louisville Rock Showcase!
We can’t wait to run (and walk!) with you for another Kicking Butt 5K to raise awareness for colon cancer prevention. This year’s theme is “Beat the Clock!” We want
Team Hope is HDSA’s largest national grassroots fundraising event. Thousands of families, friends, co-workers, neighbors and communities walk together each year to support HDSA’s fight to improve the lives of
In response to rising gun violence, join us at Waterfront Park to advocate for peace and community.
Water Lantern Festival is an incredible experience where thousands of family, friends, and strangers celebrate life together. Water Lantern Festival brings together individuals from all ages, backgrounds, and walks of
Community Day is a monthly event in Niantic games that encourages players to meet up in the real world and explore together. Get some fresh air with your local community
Go Half Crazy Marathon Sun July 10, 2022 PLACE Waterfront Park – South Lawn 129 River Rd Louisville, KY US 40202 DESCRIPTION Feeling Half Crazy? Love the 80’s? This race
Jun 17, 2022
Dance into Summer at Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: There are so many great things in store for you again this month on our waterfront – Louisville Juneteenth Festival, Kentuckiana Pride
Southeast Christian Church encourages visitors to join the prayer walk in the park, praying for our communities and their needs.
When: Sunday, September 11 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Where: Big Four Lawn The Big Four Arts Festival has been the most attended (20,000) two-day Event ever held in
Celebrate the third annual Juneteenth Festival with Black Complex, June 19th at the Belvedere.
To mark Earth Day 2022, the 2nd annual Ripple Effects Photo Contest—open to students from kindergarten through high school—is returning to Kentuckiana. This year the competition is asking youth to
Send It Slam is an outdoor festival, complete with a 3D archery competition, full lineup of Kentucky musicians, local food trucks and breweries, youth entertainment and more. Rising songwriter Cole
The National Jug Band Jubilee returns to the Brown-Forman Amphitheater in Waterfront Park on September 24th.
Waterfront Park is excited to have the Fleur De Flea return on Labor Day weekend for the biggest vintage market in Kentuckiana!
A four mile run/walk through beautiful Waterfront Park (click here for course map) in the morning and a baseball game that evening. What a perfect way to spend a summer
The Waterfront Park Fourth of July presented by the Marshall Family Foundation will take place on Monday, July 4, 2022, 5-10 pm on the Waterfront Park Great Lawn and Harbor
The Color Run is a non-competitive and untimed 5k filled with color throws along the way. Make magic, make memories, and make more. Together. All Ages Welcome. Family Fun Event.
“Run for 9-1-1” is an annual charity 5K run (or walk) to benefit #ThankYou911, an initiative of NENA, the National Emergency Number Association. #ThankYou911 encourages public support and recognition of
The 2022 Great Strides event will feature in-person and virtual experiences to help make a difference for people living with cystic fibrosis.
Mar 24, 2022
Spring Has Officially Sprung at Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Spring is upon us and we are gearing up for a very busy event season in Waterfront Park. After a two-year COVID
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday is back in 2022! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all.
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday is back in 2022! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all.
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday is back in 2022! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all.
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday is back in 2022! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all.
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday is back in 2022! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all.
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday is back in 2022! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all.
After having to miss the past two years, Louisville Pagans are pleased to announce that the Louisville Pagan Pride Day is back! Join us September 10, 2022 at the Brown-Forman
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… Just keep telling yourself that while you chart this 5K course in July! Join us at Waterfront Park’s Big Four Lawn for
Feb 24, 2022
What We LOVE About Waterfront Park
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: February is a special time for us at Waterfront Park. Nine years ago, in February of 2013, the Big Four Bridge opened
Celebrate the end of the work week with Waterfront Park’s Fridays at the Front – a pop up food truck experience featuring great food and drink options. Welcome in beautiful
Celebrate the end of the work week with Waterfront Park’s Fridays at the Front – a pop up food truck experience featuring great food and drink options. Welcome in beautiful
Celebrate the end of the work week with Waterfront Park’s Fridays at the Front – a pop up food truck experience featuring great food and drink options. Welcome in beautiful
Celebrate the end of the work week with Waterfront Park’s Fridays at the Front – a pop up food truck experience featuring great food and drink options. Welcome in beautiful
Celebrate the end of the work week with Waterfront Park’s Fridays at the Front – a pop up food truck experience featuring great food and drink options. Welcome in beautiful
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Brunch (& Bark) by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Brunch (& Bark) by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Brunch (& Bark) by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Brunch (& Bark) by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Waterfront Park is thrilled to welcome back a favorite Sunday tradition, Brunch (& Bark) by the Bridge starting in April featuring food trucks, live jazz music, and drink specials.
Family fun 5K or 1 mile run/walk to raise funds and awareness for sarcoma research. The event honors and celebrates sarcoma survivors, caregivers, medical professionals, those that have lost loved
The Kentucky Derby Festival is once again partnering with the Louisville Bicycle Club to produce the PNC Tour de Lou on Saturday, April 16, 2022.
The Out of the Darkness Community Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our communities and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and
Join your friends and neighbors and be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Physical and emotional health have never been more important than they are now!
Down Syndrome of Louisville is a nonprofit organization founded in 1977 as an early intervention education resource for children with Down Syndrome in Kentucky.
The 14th annual Via Colori® Street Painting Festival will be held October 15, 2022 – October 16, 2022. Via Colori® Kentucky is a festival in which hundreds of artists, community organizations,
The 2022 Urban Bourbon Half Marathon presented by Jim Beam® course celebrates Louisville’s river heritage and starts and finishes along Main Street in downtown Louisville.
The GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon & Marathon is a long-standing tradition held every spring in Kentucky. It has become the largest annual day of road racing in the
Kentucky’s largest Sprint and Olympic triathlon
My Morning Jacket at Waterfront Park with Louisville Leopard Percussionists and Producing A Kind Generation
Join us February 20th 2022 for an exciting new event features the amazing scenery and landscape at Waterfront Park. Whether you are looking to run, walk, or just enjoy the
Jan 28, 2022
Ringing in the New Year on the Waterfront
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: With the new year comes a renewed energy and commitment to our mission of ensuring our waterfront can be enjoyed by the
To some, it’s the official kick-off to the Kentucky Derby Festival. To others, it’s the unofficial beginning of spring. But to all, it’s simply one of the largest annual fireworks
The Forecastle Festival, Louisville’s longest running festival returns for its 20th anniversary event Memorial Day weekend, May 27 – 29, 2022 with an all-star lineup boasting GRAMMY-winning rapper Tyler, the
Thousands of cyclists, paddlers and walkers will be on the move again at the Mayor’s Hike, Bike & Paddle Monday, September 5th as it returns for another Labor Day at
Thousands of cyclists, paddlers and walkers will be on the move again at the Mayor’s Hike, Bike & Paddle Monday, May 30 as it returns for a 17th consecutive Memorial
Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront will now return for its sixteenth year in 2022. Sponsored by Kroger, the party starts on the Great Lawn and runs through Derby Eve. It promises
Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront will now return for its sixteenth year in 2022. Sponsored by Kroger, the party starts on the Great Lawn and runs through Derby Eve. It promises
Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront will now return for its sixteenth year in 2022. Sponsored by Kroger, the party starts on the Great Lawn and runs through Derby Eve. It promises
Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront will now return for its sixteenth year in 2022. Sponsored by Kroger, the party starts on the Great Lawn and runs through Derby Eve. It promises
Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront will now return for its sixteenth year in 2022. Sponsored by Kroger, the party starts on the Great Lawn and runs through Derby Eve. It promises
Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront will now return for its sixteenth year in 2022. Sponsored by Kroger, the party starts on the Great Lawn and runs through Derby Eve. It promises
Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront will now return for its sixteenth year in 2022. Sponsored by Kroger, the party starts on the Great Lawn and runs through Derby Eve. It promises
Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront will now return for its sixteenth year in 2022. Sponsored by Kroger, the party starts on the Great Lawn and runs through Derby Eve. It promises
When: Saturday, September 10 from 9:00 am – 7:00 pm Where: Big Four Lawn The Big Four Arts Festival has been the most attended (20,000) two-day Event ever held in
Dec 18, 2021
Waterfront Park Wishes You & Yours a Happy Holiday
A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Waterfront Park is where we come together as a community. This week, we mourn the devastating tragedy and loss suffered by our
In conjunction with the Mayor’s Week of Valor, we invite you to join us at the USA Cares March of Valor 3K Ruck/Walk on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at 1:00pm
The Venardos Circus, a unique broadway-style Circus, is returning to Louisville, KY at Big Four Lawn at Waterfront Park, 1101 E River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206 from October 20 to
What: Christmas trees and holiday greenery Contact: Irvin Booker | 812-786-4878 *Christmas Tree Lane is now SOLD OUT!
LRSFest is the Original Louisville Rock Showcase featuring 14 local bands with 4 National touring bands and 2 local comedians! 20 acts for $20 bucks! Get your tickets today and
Team Hope is HDSA’s largest national grassroots fundraising event. Thousands of families, friends, co-workers, neighbors, and communities walk together each year to support HDSA’s fight to improve the lives of
Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to event. All official information is on the event’s website KentuckyRuns.com.
Event Details Date: 11/06/2021 Location: Waterfront Park Registration: 9:00 am Event Time: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm* *Multiple Walk waves starting at 10:00 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, and 6:00 pm. For more information,
October 2, 2021 Festival Plaza Schedule of Events: 9:00 AM – Event Opens 10:00 AM – Independence Sprint & Family & Friends Fun Walk Earn your walk t-shirt by raising
DATE Saturday, September 25, 2021 DESCRIPTION Join us for our annual race that brings together survivors, fighters, advocates, healthcare providers and community partners to eliminate preventable colon cancer death and
Danny Wimmer Presents and Waterfront Park are excited to announce a new concert series, debuting in 2021! Taking place at the great lawn at Waterfront Park in downtown Louisville, the
Worldfest 2021 100 languages spoken in the Louisville public schools and international residents from over 150 different countries throughout the world, Louisville is more culturally diverse than ever before. Venue:
We are so excited to be back at Waterfront Park on Labor Day weekend for the biggest vintage market in Kentuckiana! Over 200 vendors selling vintage, vinyl, antiques, collectables, funk,
Calling all dreamers, believers, and magic-makers! Get up and glow with us for the Happiest 5K on The Planet. 2021 is The Color Run’s 9th year celebrating those who make
Dixon’s Violin w/ Stephen Gould at Brown Forman Amphitheater – Louisville Join us for a rare opportunity to experience Dixon’s mesmerizing music, as seen on TED.com, at Electric Forest, &
Water Lantern Festival is an incredible experience where thousands of family, friends, and strangers celebrate life together. Water Lantern Festival brings together individuals from all ages, backgrounds, and walks of
Danny Wimmer Presents and Waterfront Park are excited to announce a new concert series, debuting in 2021! Taking place at the great lawn at Waterfront Park in downtown Louisville, the
This event has been cancelled, we look forward to seeing you in August! Celebrate the end of the work week with Waterfront Park’s Fridays at the Front – a pop
We’re bringing good music and good times back with Funk Fest Louisville on August 14th with an All-Star line-up. It’s time to party, sing & celebrate to the sounds of
Louisville Orchestra Waterfront Fourth Featuring Teddy Abrams and The Louisville Orchestra with special guest star Sam Bush Presented by: The Brown-Forman Foundation, the Marshall Family Foundation — Phillip, April, and
The Tyler Gerth Memorial 5K June 26th 9 am – 12:30 pm 5k walk/run kickoff in honor of Tyler Gerth who was tragically killed last summer during the protest in
The National Jug Band Jubilee made the heartbreaking decision to cancel this year’s event due to COVID. We hope to welcome back the event in 2022. Contact: Heather Leoncini 502-417-1107
Date: Saturday, June 19 FREE Event Schedule: Doors open at 11:30am Noon Poetry & Performances at Roots 101 followed by A Journey In Our Footprints Walk: Roots 101 African American
Date: Saturday, June 19 Time: 3-9pm Celebrate Juneteenth with Black Complex 3-9, June 19th at the Waterfront by Aaron Jordan. For more information, visit: www.juneteenthlou.com www.blackcomplexlouisville.com
Date: Saturday, June 19 Time: 12-3pm Location: Big Four Lawn – Under the Disc of the Big Four Bridge Juneteenth Commissioners and Waterfront Park Health Fair – Sponsored by Norton
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday is back in 2021! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Additional sponsorship
Louisville Public Media and Waterfront Park Cancel Remaining WFPK Waterfront Wednesday Season After careful consideration, 91.9 WFPK Independent Louisville and Waterfront Park have decided to cancel the remaining two 2021
Louisville Public Media and Waterfront Park Cancel Remaining WFPK Waterfront Wednesday Season After careful consideration, 91.9 WFPK Independent Louisville and Waterfront Park have decided to cancel the remaining two 2021
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday is back in 2021! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Waterfront Wednesday
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday is back in 2021! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Waterfront Wednesday
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday is back in 2021! Presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and is always FREE to all. Waterfront Wednesday
Land Line Presents – Kyle Kinane at The Brown-Forman Amphitheater at Waterfront Park in Louisville, KY Friday, June 25th, 2021 Doors Open: 6:00 PM, Show at 7:00 PM All Ages
Land Line & WFPK Present – Yola at The Brown-Forman Amphitheater at Waterfront Park in Louisville, KY Friday, June 18th, 2021 Doors Open: 6:00 PM, Show at 7:00 PM All
Join StageOne and some of their favorite community partners for food, fun, activities and live performances! Sign up today and receive a free gift when you arrive! Click here for
IMPORTANT DARK STAR ORCHESTRA VENUE UPDATE In an effort to create the most optimal setting for fans of Dark Star Orchestra this weekend, the shows are being relocated to the
The Big Four Arts Festival has been the most attended (40,000) two-day Event ever held in Louisville at Waterfront Park on the Big Four Bridge Lawn. The weekend following Labor
Thousands of cyclists, paddlers and walkers will be on the move again at the Mayor’s Hike, Bike & Paddle Monday, May 31 as it returns for a 17th consecutive Memorial
The 13th annual Via Colori Street Painting Festival will be held on October 16 & 17, 2021 Via Colori® Kentucky is a festival in which hundreds of artists, community organizations,
Kentuckiana Pride Festival is one of the largest LGBTQ+ events in Kentucky. In 2019, an estimated 20,000+ people join us to celebrate the LGBTQ+ Community with a parade, vendor marketplace,
The annual Derby City TRIfecta will be held at the Louisville Rowing Club located in downtown Louisville, KY. The course is one of the fastest, yet safest, in the region.
The Sarcoma Foundation of America is honored to announce the 2021 Race to Cure Sarcoma Louisville! It has been over a year since we have been able to gather together
Cultural Pass Day celebrates the incredible arts and culture organizations across Greater Louisville. Families will interact with over 20 arts and culture organization through activity booths. Also families will enjoy
Join us this year to splash, dash, walk or run in support of Norton Children’s Hospital! Choose a designated 1K splash route or one of two 5K dash routes with
NEW THIS YEAR! FINISHER MEDALS WITH NAME AND FINISH TIME ENGRAVED ON THEM! Click here to register. The Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4-Miler official race day will be on
Waterfront Park is excited to announce a new event series, Brunch by the Bridge. This pop-up food truck experience invites park lovers to enjoy their Sunday at Waterfront Park. The
Tri Louisville Location: Brown Forman Amphitheatre, Waterfront Park 1301 River Road, Louisville KY 40202 Welcome to the 10th Annual Tri Louisville, the premier Kentucky short course triathlon, where athletes gather
Bendigo Fletcher + Boa Boys w/ Kiana & the Sun Kings Brown Forman Amphitheatre April 30, 2021 7:00 PM Doors Open: 6:00 PM WFPK and Land Line Present “Summer on
Kentucky’s Only Craft Beer Festival By Brewers, For Brewers. Join us on Saturday June 26th, at Louisville Waterfront Park, the Kentucky Guild of Brewers will be hosting the fourth annual
Danny Wimmer Presents and Waterfront Park are excited to announce a new concert series, debuting in 2021! Taking place at the great lawn at Waterfront Park in downtown Louisville, the
Danny Wimmer Presents and Waterfront Park are excited to announce a new concert series, debuting in 2021! Taking place at the great lawn at Waterfront Park in downtown Louisville, the
*Please note that the in-person miniMarathon and Marathon both start at Lynn Family Stadium near the park. Participants will also cross the Big 4 Bridge and pass through parts of
Danny Wimmer Presents and Waterfront Park are excited to announce a new concert series, debuting in 2021! Taking place at the great lawn at Waterfront Park in downtown Louisville, the
Danny Wimmer Presents and Waterfront Park are excited to announce a new concert series, debuting in 2021! Taking place at the great lawn at Waterfront Park in downtown Louisville, the
Danny Wimmer Presents and Waterfront Park are excited to announce a new concert series, debuting in 2021! Taking place at the great lawn at Waterfront Park in downtown Louisville, the
Mar 29, 2021
Meet The Waterfront Park Team: Catie Nelson
Catie NelsonDirector of Events at Waterfront Park Catie joined the Waterfront Park team in 2010 and her natural ability for entertaining, organizing and infusing life into the party was immediately