5 things to do in the Louisville area the weekend of March 27-29

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of things to do and see across Kentuckiana.

Here are a selection of events, markets, concerts and more happening the weekend of Friday, March 27 to Sunday, March 29.

NuLu Bock Fest

The NuLu Business Association's annual Bock Fest and Wurst Fest returns this weekend for its ninth year.

The annual spring event known for its goat races, beer and wursts will be held Saturday, March 28 from 12-6 p.m.

The street festival spans four blocks of the NuLu neighborhood. The main event features adult and baby goat races, locally-crafted bock beer, live music, vendors, family-friendly activities and more.

Organizers said local breweries will serve up their 2026 bock beers and other selections, as well as craft cocktails and other spirits.

The featured race this year is the "News Flash Baby Goat Race," in which Louisville news anchors and meteorologists will have their goats race for a $500 donation to the charity of their choice.

The Kentucky Proud Wurst Fest is also part of the festival. Restaurants will go head to head putting their spin on the traditional dish. One restaurant will be crowned the Best of the Wurst Fest winner.

The NuLu 502, introduced last year, will make a return this year. The "micro marathon" kicks off the festivities at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 28, on Clay Street between Nanny Goat Strut and Billy Goat Strut.

Organizers said the "502 ft. run/walk/strut to kick off the festival. It invites festivalgoers to "work those beer drinking muscles while you sip and strut your way across the finish line in a completely unserious manner."

Registration includes chip timing, a NuLu 502 goat medal, a commemorative cup and your first Bock Fest beer. Officials said more details about the race would be released on a later date.

To learn more about Bock Fest, look at a schedule of events or sign up to sponsor a goat, click here.

Tattoo Fest Louisville

Get a new tattoo or find your new favorite artist at the second annual Louisville Tattoo Festival this weekend at the Kentucky International Convention Center.

More than 200 artists from across the world, including local artists, will be on hand for the three-day festival in downtown Louisville.

Organizers said some artists book tattoo spots in advance, but there will be artists taking walk-up tattoos on a first-come, first-served basis each day.

Those who don't plan on getting tattooed can watch others get them or explore the more than 30 artists and vendors who will be set up with merchandise and art. There will also be contests to enter, including a "tattoo of the day" competition each day of the festival.

It's also a festival for tattoo artists themselves, as they will be able to buy supplies from other vendors.

The festival runs Friday, March 27 through Sunday, March 29. The festival is open from 1-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.

Tickets are currently on sale. A 3-day weekend pass will cost $50, and single-day passes are available for $25.

For more information, including a list of attending artists and vendors, or to buy tickets, click here.

KMAC Couture XIII: ANCESTOR

KMAC Contemporary Art Museum's signature fundraiser will push the boundaries of creativity this weekend with KMAC Couture XIII.

KMAC presents the 14th edition of the show Saturday, March 28 at 7:15 p.m.

The money raised from the wearable live art runway show provides funding for the Museum's educational programs and exhibitions.

This event offers a unique way to experience art and fashion. KMAC Couture features and supports emerging and established artists, costumers, designers, and milliners through the extraordinary presentation of original couture pieces of wearable art and conceptual fashion designs.

Artists use unconventional materials to construct unforgettable wearable garments to create 75 different looks. Air filters, dried fruit, wire, newspaper, napkins and more become the fabrics.

This year's theme is ANCESTOR: Exploring what a person wears can often help nurture a sense of belonging and community, serving as a guide towards a deeper understanding of both individual and collective identities.

The event will be held at the KMAC Contemporary Art Museum. Tickets start at $175. To learn more or purchase tickets, click here.

Bunny Hop at the Louisville Zoo

Meet the Easter Bunny and hunt for eggs at this weekend's Bunny Hop at the Louisville Zoo.

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29, families can meet the Easter Bunny and other characters.

Guests are encouraged to take part in the Safari EGGventure to find giant hidden eggs.

The Safari EGGventure runs through April 12. It gives guests a chance to explore the zoo with a scavenger hunt game looking for hidden zoo-themed eggs, answering trivia questions and competing in special challenges.

Families can play just for fun or to compete for prizes, including zoo membership, plush animals and more.

Meet and greets and the Safari EGGventure are free with zoo admission.

To learn more, click here.

Louisville Bats season opener

Louisville Bats Baseball is getting ready for Opening Night at Slugger Field before a weekend of baseball.

The 26th season of Louisville Bats at Slugger Field kicks off at 7:15 p.m. Friday, March 27, against the Omaha Storm Chasers.

Expect a night of fan-favorite promotions highlighted by the return of dollar beers for the first time since 2024. Before the game, fans can purchase a 12-ounce can of Miller Lite and Coors Light for $1.

Also get a bite from the "All Things Fish" food truck. Returning for the 2026 season is $6 Margarita Madness.

The first 2,500 fans through the gates will receive a magnet schedule and the Louisville-based ZOOperstars! will entertain fans between innings.

Opening Night is College Night, local college students able to purchase $6 general admission tickets with a valid college ID.

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