by Doug Dreisbach | Jun 30, 2026 | FRONT PAGE, LOUISVILLE BALLET
Recently, Kentucky tourism and state park leaders celebrated the completion of a $3.8 million campground renovation at Carter Caves State Resort Park.
“Kentucky State Parks greatly contribute to our $14.6 billion tourism industry by strengthening our local economies and offering unforgettable experiences,” said Gov. Andy Beshear. “The upgrades to Carter Caves’ campground will help more families enjoy the outdoors and offer inclusive, modern amenities for travelers visiting our New Kentucky Home.”
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by Doug Dreisbach | Jun 29, 2026 | FRONT PAGE, LOUISVILLE BALLET
September 12 & 13
Big Four Bridge Lawn at Waterfront Park
Arts Festival Celebrates a Decade on Louisville’s Waterfront
As summer gives way to fall, one of Louisville’s most anticipated arts traditions returns to the banks of the Ohio River. The Big Four Arts Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary September 12-13, transforming the scenic lawn beneath the Big Four Bridge into a vibrant showcase of creativity, craftsmanship, and community.
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by Doug Dreisbach | Jun 8, 2026 | FRONT PAGE, LOUISVILLE BALLET, Uncategorized
Another year of Railbird Music Festival is in the books, and once again, the two-day celebration at Lexington’s Red Mile proved why it has become one of the region’s premier music events.
The 2026 festival wrapped up Sunday night with Kentucky native Tyler Childers taking the stage before a packed crowd, delivering a powerful set that blended fan favorites, newer material and plenty of singalong moments. Childers capped off a weekend that featured an impressive lineup spanning multiple genres and generations of artists.
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by Doug Dreisbach | Jun 1, 2026 | FRONT PAGE, LOUISVILLE BALLET
The wait is over. Railbird Festival, one of Kentucky’s premier music festivals, returns to the Red Mile in Lexington on Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7, bringing together an impressive mix of Americana, folk, bluegrass, country, rock, bourbon, food, and unforgettable live performances.
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by Doug Dreisbach | May 27, 2026 | FRONT PAGE, LOUISVILLE BALLET, Uncategorized
Artist Spotlight: Oteil Burbridge
Genre: Jam Band / Rock / Jazz / Blues / Funk
Age: 61
Hometown: Washington, D.C.
Instruments: Bass guitar, drums, piano, bass clarinet, banjo
Bands: Dead & Company, The Allman Brothers Band, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Aquarium Rescue Unit
Coming to Louisville: Oteil will play Iroquois Amphitheater Thursday, May 28. Recent shows included famed musicians including Steve Kimock (lead guitar), Jason Crosby (multi-instrumentalist), Johnny Kimock (drums), Tom Guarna (guitar), Melvin Seals (keyboard and organ), Lamar Williams Jr. (vocals), and two-time Grammy Award–winning musician Oteil Burbridge (bass) set-lists include a mix of Grateful Dead favorites and other high energy jam pieces.
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by Doug Dreisbach | May 19, 2026 | FRONT PAGE
Celebrating the music and spectacle of Pink Floyd, Brit Floyd brings its spectacular “The Wall, The Moon and Beyond!” tour to the historic Louisville Palace Theatre to celebrate two of the most iconic albums in rock history with The Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall for an immersive concert experience fans won’t forget.
Widely regarded as the world’s premier Pink Floyd tribute act, Brit Floyd recreates the sound, visuals, and atmosphere of legendary Floyd tours with stunning precision.
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