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 Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13.

Harvest Homecoming

The annual fall festival in downtown New Albany is preparing for what could be its biggest crowds ever this weekend.

Booth days kicked off Thursday and run through Sunday, with about 200 vendors. From arts and crafts, jewelry, art and clothes, to food — hello donuts and chicken & dumplings — wine, beer, games for the kids and carnival rides, there is something for everyone.

Harvest Homecoming is expected to bring in about $11 million to the local economy this year, and small business owners are ready. Attendance is expected to be 700,000 for the four booth days.

Along with booth days, there will be movie nights and a balloon glow scheduled on Friday from 5-9 p.m.

For a full schedule and more information about Harvest Homecoming events, click here.

Jack O'Lantern Spectacular

Each fall, more than 5,000 pumpkins are intricately decorated and lined throughout the trails at Iroquois Park part of the annual Jack O'Lantern Spectacular.

More than 100 large pumpkins, called "Intricates," will be set up and waiting for finishing touches and carvings. And they will be joined by thousands of others along the trail.

Planning for the event started last November, and drawings started a few weeks ago. The artists can spend anywhere from three hours to three days on a piece, depending on its size and detail.

Depending on the weather, the pumpkins are switched out about every 10 days. The theme this year is "Trivia Night: Pumpkin Edition."

During the walk you will find anything from pop culture to sci-fi to nature.

The proceeds from the event — which runs now through Nov. 2 — will benefit the Parks Alliance of Louisville.

See below for information on hours and pricing:

Sunday-Thursday

  • 6:30-10:30 p.m.
    • Timed ticket entry at the bottom of each hour
  • Prices:
    • Adults: $15
    • Seniors (65+): $13
    • Children (3-12): $12
    • Children under 3: Free

Friday-Saturday

  • 6:30-11 p.m.
    • Time ticket entry at the bottom of each hour
  • Prices:
    • Adults: $20
    • Seniors (65+): $17
    • Children (3-12): $15
    • Children under 3: Free

To purchase tickets, click here.

Taste of St. Michael (Louisville's Ethnic Fair) 

The 40th annual Taste of St. Michael celebrates the food, dance and music of multiple nationalities. 

The event displays a mosaic of cultures and a celebration of one faith.

The weekend will showcase Greek, Lebanese, Russian, Serbian, Egyptian, Syrian, Palestinian, Ethiopian and more nationalities.

Guests can enjoy a variety of ethnic foods and pastries from around the world, and listen to ethnic music and dancing from many countries under the tent lights. For information, click here. 

St. Michael Orthodox Church 

3701 St. Michael Church Drive (off Taylorsville Road)

Louisville 40220

  • Friday, Oct. 11 4:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, Oct. 12 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p. m.

Boo at the Zoo

The Louisville Zoo's annual Halloween celebration gets underway this weekend, starting at 5 p.m. Saturday.

A Louisville tradition for more than 40 years, the Halloween season transforms the zoo into a living storybook, complete with some favorite characters brought to life, making for a safe place to trick-or-treating for kids 11 and under. 

Tickets are $13.50 for all non-members aged 3 and older and $7 for all members 3 and older. Children under the age of 3 get in free without a ticket.

For more information and to purchase your tickets, click here. 

Boo at the Zoo runs Oct. 10-13, 17-20, and 24-27 from 5-9 p.m. nightly.

Steins on Main 

The 2nd annual "Steins on Main" brings an Oktoberfest celebration to Downtown Louisville.

This special event was postponed from mid-September to Saturday, Oct. 12 at Repurposed on Main (615 W Main St) from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Louisville Downtown Partnership, Louisville Ale Trail, and Against the Grain Brewery combine forces to feature German-inspired cuisine, games, contests, music, and an expanded lineup of local breweries.

Steins on Main is free to the public and showcases 12 local breweries including: Mile Wide Beer Co., Against the Grain Brewery, Atrium Brewing, Monnik Beer Co., Hop Atomica, Country Boy Brewing, Trellis Brewing, Awry Brewing, Shippingport Brewing, Ten20 Craft Brewery, Hometown Brewing, and Hi-Wire Brewing.

Additionally, Log Still Distillery joins this year's celebration as the official "Spirit of Steins" bourbon sponsor. For information, click here. 

Bonus events: 

Susan G. Komen More Thank Pink Walk

  • Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 9 a.m. 
  • Slugger Field at 401 East Main Street 

WDRB is proud to sponsor this special event that brings together survivors, supporters and advocates to raise critical funds to advance Komen’s mission and provide support for people facing breast cancer.

Fallon Glick, Candyce Clifft and Sterling Riggs will host the event. 

Funds raised at the Walk will allow Komen to meet the immediate needs of breast cancer patients through its free Breast Care Helpline and offer services such as patient navigation, financial assistance, and emotional support.

For information, click here. 

Southwest Community Festival 

  • Saturday, Oct. 12 at Sun Valley Park located at 6616 Ashby Lane. 
  • 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
  • Kid City with inflatables, arts & crafts, petting zoo
  • Teen Town
  • Food Trucks, Vendor Booths, Live Entertainment
  • Greased Knuckles Car Show

Garvin Gate Blues Festival 

  • Saturday, Oct. 12 at Louisville's Central Park 
  • Free arts and music event featuring national and local performers
  • Continuous live entertainment from some of the best blues bands
  • Food and drink vendors
  • Band Schedule: 

    • 12 noon Zeno Jones
      12:45 p.m. Highway 31 Blues Band with guest Rick Cain
      2:00 p.m. Da Mudcats
      3:15 p.m. Travelin' Mojos with guest Tommy Stillwell
      4:30 p.m. Sheryl Rouse and the Bluez Brothers
      5:45 p.m. Tanita Gaines and the Gospel and Blues Rescue
      7:15 p.m. GA20
      8:45 p.m. Cameron Webb’s Soul and Blues Review

Logan Street Market 5th Anniversary Celebration 

Logan Street Market will mark its fifth anniversary with events featuring live music, cake, family fun, Louisville Silent Disco, and $5 specials throughout Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. 

  • Friday Oct. 11 through Sunday, Oct. 13
  • 1001 Logan Street in the Shelby Park neighborhood
    • Friday, 6 p.m. - Louisville Folk School student showcase
    • Saturday, 10 a.m. - Cake cutting 
      • 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. GE Kitchen 
      • Drop in painting with Whet Your Palette 
      • 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Louisville Silent Disco 70’s Disco Party
    • Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ginormous Bounce Course

These are just a handful of events happening this weekend. To look at a full calendar of events, including markets, concerts and more, click here.

Fall Fun at Lark Ranch 

  • 1565 St. Johns Church Road in Lanesville, Indiana 
  • Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 
  • Admission $15 - Kids under three are free 
  • Train rides, bounce pillows, amusement rides, corn maze, pumpkin patch, playhouses, pony rides, a giant corn box, fair food and so much more! For more info, click here. 
  • Ticket includes all rides and activities unless it's noted as additional. 

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