Louisville Parks and Recreation

Start your week with mindfulness. Join us on June 15 for another Mindful Monday, featuring a guided hike with Kat Panther, a volunteer naturalist from Bernheim Forest and Arboretum.

Event Details:
📅June 15
🕰️11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
📍Joe Creason Park | 1297 Trevilian Way, 40213

🎨Celebrate the richness, warmth, and storytelling of Louisville’s Black creative community at the Brown Sugar and Butter Art Show!
Join us at the opening reception Thursday, June 18, 5–7:30 p.m. at Baxter Community Center for an evening filled with powerful artwork, fresh perspectives, and bold expression.
The exhibition runs through July 10, giving you plenty of time to explore and support incredible local talent all summer long.

Feeling inspired by the World Cup?
⚽ It’s the perfect time to get involved. Our city has 11 parks with soccer fields and futsal courts ready for play.
If you’re not sure where to start, our youth soccer leagues are officially open for registration. Come join the fun and build new skills. Register here: https://ow.ly/A9Py50Z92Uh

🌳🎶🛝Our first Music in the Park stop is next Thursday (6/18) at Alberta O. Jones Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy live music in a relaxed outdoor setting while connecting with friends and neighbors.
This free event is designed for adults ages 55 and older and features live music, a complimentary lunch (while supplies last), health and wellness vendors, and a sweet ice cream treat. Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair, as seating is limited.

Event Details:
📅June 18
⏰11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
📍Alberta O. Jones Park | 717 South 23rd Street, 40211

Join us for Legacy of York, a powerful community event honoring the history, impact, and the enduring spirit of York, an enslaved man who was the only African-American member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
Expect an inspiring day filled with storytelling, local voices, cultural pride, and a look at how York’s past continues to guide our future. Whether you grew up here or simply love this city, this is a moment to come together and honor the people who built its foundation.
📅 June 16 from 6-8:30 p.m.
📍 George Rogers Clark Park
🎟️ Free and open to the community
Learn more at: https://ow.ly/qEYC50Z9s93

🥁Drum roll, please...
📣We are excited to announce that our Pegasus Parade float has earned the 2026 KDF President’s Award! A big thank you to our Metro Arts and Engineering teams for their creativity, talent, and dedication in making this year’s float unforgettable. When it is time to celebrate, our teams bring the energy every time.
We can’t wait to show you what is in store for next year. Until then, join our Metro Arts team at a workshop or class: https://ow.ly/BquE50Z8gAU

Safe Summer is returning to Louisville and you are invited 🎉
Join us for a FREE day of fun as we celebrate community, connection, and safety. THIS SATURDAY. The Safe Summer Kickoff, hosted citywide with Office of Violence Prevention brings neighbors together while connecting families to resources that support safe, strong, and healthy communities.
There is something for everyone to enjoy:
🍔 Free food
🎶 Live music and cultural performances
🏀 Sports and recreation
🎨 Arts and crafts
🩺 Health screenings
🤝 Community resources
Event details:
📅 Saturday, June 13
⏰ 1 to 5 p.m.
📍 10 locations across Louisville
Learn more: https://louisvilleky.gov/news/mayor-greenberg-announces-fifth-annual-safe-summer-kickoff