Tag: Waterfront

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

Heritage Fire unites live-fire cooking, family farms, and local chefs in diverse destinations.

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.

LRS102.com 5 Years, 5 Bands, 5 Bucks!

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 Kentucky Guild of Brewers will be hosting the sixth annual Kentucky Craft Bash. Only pouring beers from breweries within the Commonwealth, the Craft Bash hosts over 50 local breweries

Every step you take at Walk MS leads to something greater. With accessible routes that are stroller- and mobility device-friendly, there’s nothing quite like looking around you to a sea

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!  

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

This cook-off and tasting event invites restaurants and caterers from around the Bluegrass to compete for the title of the Best Hot Brown in Town!

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 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!

Kentuckiana Pride Festival Location: Big Four Lawn Event Information TBA

March for Babies, formerly known as WalkAmerica, is a charitable walking event sponsored by the March of Dimes. It began in 1970 as the first charitable walking event in the

Join us for the 3rd annual international food truck festival where the world’s foods are gathered in one location. Enjoy eating around the world while being entertained by various cultural

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

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

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

Overlook of Waterfront Park's Great Lawn with a showcase of glowing hot air balloons
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,

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

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 us for the 2nd annual international food truck festival where the world’s foods are gathered in one location. Enjoy eating around the world while being entertained by various cultural

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

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

Kentucky’s largest Sprint and Olympic triathlon!

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

Hundreds of yellow rubber ducks

The Ken-Ducky Derby (KDD) is an annual fundraising rubber duck race held in Louisville, KY and is an official Kentucky Derby Festival event. KDD has been “duckin’ out” Louisville for

Shepherd Insurance Great Steamboat Race As one of the original and longest standing traditions of the Kentucky Derby Festival, the Great Steamboat Race has been taking place on the Ohio

Overlook of Waterfront Park's Great Lawn with a showcase of glowing hot air balloons

L&N Federal Credit Union Great BalloonFest: Great Balloon Glow One of the most anticipated events of balloon race weekend is the Kentucky Derby Festival Great Balloon Glow. This year, for the

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

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 Kentucky Guild of Brewers will be hosting the sixth annual Kentucky Craft Bash. Only pouring beers from breweries within the Commonwealth, the Craft Bash hosts over 50 local breweries

Kentuckiana Pride Festival Location: Big Four Lawn Event Information TBA

This year, March for Babies: A Mother of a Movement™ has a bold new vision. More than just a walk, it’s your entry into making a visible difference in your community

Every step you take at Walk MS leads to something greater. With accessible routes that are stroller- and mobility device-friendly, there’s nothing quite like looking around you to a sea

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

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.

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

Jul 22, 2022

Meet The Waterfront Park Team: Kelley Runyon

Kelley RunyonDirector of Operations Meet Kelley Runyon, Director of Operations for Waterfront Park. Kelley is an 18-year veteran of the Waterfront Park Staff but her journey with Waterfront Park began more

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

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

May 13, 2022

We Love Spring At Waterfront Park

A message from our Executive Director, Deborah Bilitski: Greetings from Waterfront Park! For the second year in a row, Waterfront Park was honored by USA Today as one of the

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

For the fourth consecutive year, Waterfront Park and Louisville Visual Art will offer a full scholarship camp in the theme of Juneteenth. The week-long summer day camp will take place

For the fourth consecutive year, Waterfront Park and Louisville Visual Art will offer a full scholarship camp in the theme of Juneteenth. The week-long summer day camp will take place

For the fourth consecutive year, Waterfront Park and Louisville Visual Art will offer a full scholarship camp in the theme of Juneteenth. The week-long summer day camp will take place

For the fourth consecutive year, Waterfront Park and Louisville Visual Art will offer a full scholarship camp in the theme of Juneteenth. The week-long summer day camp will take place

For the fourth consecutive year, Waterfront Park and Louisville Visual Art will offer a full scholarship camp in the theme of Juneteenth. The week-long summer day camp will take place

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

Join us on Saturday June 11th, at Louisville Waterfront Park, the Kentucky Guild of Brewers will be hosting the fourth annual Kentucky Craft Bash. Only pouring beers from breweries in

The annual Pride festival that features over 125 vendors, food trucks, kids/family area, and two stages with live music will run from noon – 10:00 PM on Saturday, June 18,

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

Hundreds of yellow rubber ducks

The Ken-Ducky Derby (KDD) is an annual fundraising rubber duck race held in Louisville, KY and is an official Kentucky Derby Festival event. KDD has been “duckin’ out” Louisville for

Come join us at the Big 4 Bridge for Louisville’s inaugural International Food Truck Festival. Taste cuisines from all over the world, and enjoy performances by local performers bringing their

My Morning Jacket at Waterfront Park with Louisville Leopard Percussionists and Producing A Kind Generation

We’re bringing good music and good times back with Funk Fest Louisville on June 18th with an All-Star line-up.  It’s time to party, sing & celebrate to the sounds of

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

LVA and Waterfront Park invite young artists (ages 7-12) to attend a special summer camp in the theme of “Big Four Bridge Birthday” July 10-14th

LVA and Waterfront Park invite young artists (ages 7-12) to attend a special summer camp in the theme of “Big Four Bridge Birthday” July 10-14th

LVA and Waterfront Park invite young artists (ages 7-12) to attend a special summer camp in the theme of “Big Four Bridge Birthday” July 10-14th

LVA and Waterfront Park invite young artists (ages 7-12) to attend a special summer camp in the theme of “Big Four Bridge Birthday” July 10-14th

LVA and Waterfront Park invite young artists (ages 7-12) to attend a special summer camp in the theme of “Big Four Bridge Birthday” July 10-14th

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

This year, March for Babies: A Mother of a Movement™ has a bold new vision. More than just a walk, it’s your entry into making a visible difference in your community

Walk MS Location: South Great Lawn Every step you take at Walk MS leads to something greater. With accessible routes that are stroller- and mobility device-friendly, there’s nothing quite like

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

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

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

Group photo of patrons at Fest-a-Ville

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

Balloon Glow at Waterfront Park

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

Rubber Duck with Blue beak and sunglasses

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

Group photo of patrons at Fest-a-Ville

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

Woman takes a glass of beer to enjoy at the Chow Wagon

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

THE FLEUR DE FLEA VINTAGE “INDOOR” HOLIDAY MARKET! December 18 and 19 Location: 1250 River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206 $5 Admission A massive indoor vintage holiday market full of antiques,

THE FLEUR DE FLEA VINTAGE “INDOOR” HOLIDAY MARKET! December 18 and 19 Location: 1250 River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206 $5 Admission A massive indoor vintage holiday market full of antiques,

Nov 22, 2021

Brooklyn’s Critically Acclaimed Pig Beach BBQ to Open at Waterfront Park

Popular NYC-based restaurant concept set for spring 2022 debut in Waterfront Park space Waterfront Park is pleased to announce that work is underway to open New York City-based Pig Beach

Nov 22, 2021

Strawberry Lane and Christmas Trees: A Story of Family Traditions, Fraser Firs and Friendship Lasting a Lifetime

We all have that friend. The one you call on the way home from work. The one that knows your entire extended family. The one that’s been an emergency contact.

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

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

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

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