🎡state fair, smash burger, fireworks

Good morning, Louisville!

Here it comes….

Why don't Louisville Slugger bats ever get lost? 
Because they always know how to find their way to home plate! ⚾

Let’s get into it

🐾 Louisville Nature Center

Description: Sensory garden, nature preserve, and family-friendly trails.
Price: Free, donation welcome
Address: 3745 Illinois Ave
Book: Click for more info
Weather: Sunny, shaded trails
Why we like it: Discover bugs, birds, and wildflowers while taking in breathtaking views.

🎡Kentucky State Fair

When: August 14–24, 2025
Where: Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville KY 40209
Pricing:
• Gate admission: ~$10 per person
• Parking: ~$10 per vehicle
• Early‑bird tickets (online or Kroger through Aug 5): ~$9 (includes parking)
• Thrill‑Ville ride wristband: ~$30 advance, increases to ~$35 during fair

Book:
• Purchase online here

Why we like it:
Enjoy rides, indoor exhibits, livestock shows, music, local food and more.

⚾️ Louisville Bats Game with Fireworks

When
• The Louisville Bats play this weekend at home
• Tickets start around $12 for single games
Book
• Buy tickets here
Address
• Louisville Slugger Field, 401 E Main St, Louisville, KY 40202
Why we like it
Cheer for the home team while enjoying food, drinks, and fireworks. Maybe you'll catch a home run ball!

WHERE TO EAT

The B.A. Colonial

📍 Where: 818 W. Kenwood Dr, Louisville, KY 40214
🕰 Hours:

• Tuesday–Thursday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

• Friday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

• Saturday: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

• Sunday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

• Closed Mondays
  

  💵 Menu: Click here.
  

What to Know

Housed in the historic Colonial Gardens building, the site of Louisville's first zoo and a 1950s Elvis stop. The B.A. Colonial pairs local history with comfort-driven New American fare. Their scratch kitchen serves smash burgers, fried chicken, seafood, sandwiches, salads, steak, and more. They also offer a full bar, outdoor patio, and live music events.

Must-Try

• Southern Melt Smashburger — piled with pimento cheese, sautéed onions, and B.A. sauce on toasted bread ($15)

• Fish & Chips — crispy battered cod with fries, hush puppies, tartar sauce, and house B.A. sauce ($16)

• Cobb Salad — topped with chicken, bacon, egg, cheddar, and house-made sauces (≈ $16.50)

Enjoy your weekend,

Pat.