{"id":13215,"date":"2021-06-29T20:00:24","date_gmt":"2021-06-29T20:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/hamburgjournal.com\/?p=13215"},"modified":"2021-07-14T19:15:02","modified_gmt":"2021-07-14T19:15:02","slug":"hamburg-journals-summer-guide-to-lexington-ky-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hamburgjournal.com\/hamburg-journals-summer-guide-to-lexington-ky-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Hamburg Journal’s Summer Guide to Lexington KY 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"

Summer Fun for Everyone<\/h2>\n

A sampling of summer favorites<\/h3>\n

T<\/span>here\u2019s no better place to be than Lexington in the summertime. From runs and walks to fairs and fests, there\u2019s something for everyone near Hamburg and throughout Lexington this summer.<\/p>\n

*As always, times and dates are subject to change. Confirm with the venue.*<\/i><\/p>\n

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FAIRS & FESTS<\/b><\/h3>\n

The 2021 Berea Craft Festival<\/strong> is Friday, July 9 through Sunday, July 11 in downtown Berea. Friday\/Saturday 10am-6pm; Sunday 10am-5pm.<\/p>\n

BreyerFest 2021<\/strong> is Friday, July 16 through Sunday, July 18. It is a virtual event this year; no in-person events or activities take place at Kentucky Horse Park.<\/p>\n

The Diamond Rings & Pretty Things Wedding Show<\/strong> is Sunday, July 18 from 11 am – 4 pm at Central Bank Center.<\/p>\n

The Hops & Vine Festival<\/strong> is Saturday, July 24 from 2 pm – 10 pm in downtown Richmond, KY.<\/p>\n

The Woodland Arts Fair<\/strong> returns to Woodland Park near downtown August 21 and 22.<\/p>\n

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HOME AND GARDEN\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

The Bluegrass Iris Society<\/strong> hosts their annual club fundraiser Iris Sale on July 31 at 10 am, the lower level of Lexington Green.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s BIA\u2019s Grand Tour of Homes<\/strong> is scheduled for September and the Tour of Remodeled Homes<\/strong> for October. This annual favorite always features a diverse array of homes in our neighborhood.<\/p>\n

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MOVIES\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

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Regal Cinemas Hamburg<\/strong> hosts their 2021 Summer Movie Express series on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, beginning on Tuesday, July 6 through Wednesday, August 4.<\/p>\n

Free Friday Flicks<\/strong> has returned to Jacobson Park for the Summer! There will be a screening of The Croods 2: A New Age <\/i>on Friday, July 16. Activities begin at 7 pm and the movie begins at dark.<\/p>\n

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MUSIC<\/b><\/h3>\n

Vibe in the Vines<\/strong> featuring Sundy Best is Saturday, July 3 from 11 am – 11 pm at Chenault Vineyards in Richmond.<\/p>\n

Lexington\u2019s Picnic With the Pops<\/strong> will return to Keene Meadow August 14, 2021. For over 40 years, Picnic with the Pops has hosted Lexington\u2019s longest-running outdoor music event. PWP has become the city\u2019s favorite Summer event featuring a unique world-class guest artist each year, music by The Lexington Philharmonic, picnic dinners, contests and more in a light-hearted, family-friendly atmosphere.<\/p>\n

Railbird Festival<\/strong> returns to Lexington on Saturday, August 28 and Sunday, August 29 at Keeneland.<\/p>\n

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PARKS AND REC\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

The spraygrounds at Jacobson Park are open daily, and the Jacobson boat dock is open on the weekends.<\/p>\n

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RUNS & WALKS<\/b><\/h3>\n

The Virtual Great Buffalo Chase 5K<\/strong> is July 2-4.<\/p>\n

Bluegrass 10,000<\/strong> is Saturday, July 3 at 8 am throughout downtown Lexington.<\/p>\n

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The Distillery Dash 5k\/10k<\/strong> is Friday, July 9 at 7 pm at Masterson Station Park.<\/p>\n

Crank & Boom<\/strong> Sprint for Scoops 3K is Friday, July 16 at 7:30 pm at Wellington Park.<\/p>\n

BreyerFest 5K Virtual Run\/Walk<\/strong> is July 16-18.<\/p>\n

Christmas in July 6K<\/strong> is on Saturday, July 24 at 8 am at Coldstream Research Park.<\/p>\n

Shepherd’s House Run For Recovery<\/strong> is Saturday, July 24 at 8 am at Keeneland.<\/p>\n

Radler Rush Cross Country 5k\/10k<\/strong> is Friday, July 30 at 7 pm at Masterson Station Park.<\/p>\n

Midsummer Night\u2019s Run<\/strong> is Saturday, August 14 at 7:30 pm in downtown Lexington.<\/p>\n

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SPORTS<\/b><\/h3>\n

Lexington Junior League Charity Horse Show<\/strong> is July 12-17 at Kentucky Horse Park.<\/p>\n

The 45th Boys Junior PGA Championship<\/strong> is July 10-15 at Kearney Hill Golf Links (July 10 \u2013 11 Practice Rounds & July 12 \u2013 15 Competition).<\/p>\n

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LEXINGTON RESTAURANT WEEK 2021<\/b><\/h3>\n

Lexington Restaurant Week 2021<\/strong> kicks off on Thursday, July 22 through Sunday, August 1.<\/p>\n

Over 30 of Lexington\u2019s best restaurants offer multi-course prix-fixe specials for 11-days, including several in and around our neighborhood!<\/p>\n