Guided tour · 3 hours
Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour
Embark on a journey through the heart of Downtown Lexington, where history and farm-to-table flavors intertwine for an afternoon of fun exploration.
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Stay for the festival
Hotels in Lexington around 17 to 18 September 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.
Editor's tip. It runs late, from 17:00 on Friday and 16:00 on Saturday to 23:00 both nights; come hungry and work the vendor rows between stage sets.
Know before you go
Hours2026: Fri 18 Sep 17:00-23:00, Sat 19 Sep 16:00-23:00
Getting thereRobert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza, 120 N Limestone. Limestone (Main to Barr), Short St and Barr St close both days; the Courthouse Parking Garage stays open.
Good to know
- Presented by Lexington Parks & Recreation and the Foundation for Latin American and Latino Culture and Arts
- 2026 headliners: Sonora Dinamita on Friday, Banda Dos 20 Sin Limites on Saturday
- Live music, dance, visual arts and Latin American food vendors on the plaza
Sources: lexingtonky.gov/playing/arts-events/festival-... · wkyt.com/2026/09/18/lexington-festival-impact...
Plan the days around it
Eat your way around Lexington while you are in town
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Lexington: Bluegrass Cocktails & Bites Walking Tour
Sink into your seat and sip unique craft cocktails and locally prepared plates while listening to captivating tales from Lexington's East End.
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Location
Address: Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza, 120 N Limestone, Lexington, KY 40507
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