Lexington, KY - Horse Capital of the World

A Gift from the Desert: The Art, History and Culture of the Arabian Horse

This breathtaking exhibition, will be presented by the Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation.  It will feature 410 artifacts and works of art from 26 museums and private lenders including the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.  Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Admission is included in the Kentucky Horse Park's admission,  $21 adults, $11 children.   4089 Iron Works Parkway.

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The Bluegrass Palette of Andre Pater

The Bluegrass Palette of Andre Pater will open at the Art Museum at the University of Kentucky on June 27 and run through October 10, 2010.  The exhibition will be organized around themes:  Early Work, Thoroughbreds, Jockeys, and Racing, Hounds and the Hunt, and Cattle in the Bluegrass Landscape.  General admission:  $8 and $5 for senior citizens.  Museum open Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. and Friday from noon to 8 p.m.  Admission is free on Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Rose Street and Euclid Ave.

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Horse Mania 2010

The public art project - which incorporates 89 full-size horses and 50 foals decorated by local artists and Lexington school children - promises to charm and delight Lexingtonians and visitors alike. 

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Kentucky Classical Theatre Conservatory SummerFest 2010

A beloved summer tradition of theatre under the stars,  2010 SummerFest at the Arboretum is where Lexington and Central Kentuckians gather each July.   Come and enjoy "Pride and Prejudice" directed by Sullivan Canaday White.  Gates open at 7 p.m.  Performances begin at 8:45 p.m.  General admission adult is $10, child is $5.  500 Alumni Drive. 

Lexington Legends vs Hickory Crawdads

The Lexington Legends are a proud Single A Affiliate of the Houston Astros.  Box seats $8.  July 14, 15, 16 & 17 game time 7:05 p.m.  July 18 game time 2:05 p.m.  Game times are subject to change.  207 Legend Lane.

Central Bank Thursday Night Live Concerts

Every Thursday evening May 6 through October 28, 2010 come to Cheapside Park from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for beverages, food from local restaurants and of course, great music by Live bands!  Admission is FREE.

2010 Concert at the Vineyards Presents: Mary Chapin Carpenter

Please join Equus Run Vineyards for Mary Chapin Carpenter's Encore Performance.  Gates open at 4 p.m.,wine tasting, 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. dinner, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and the show at 7 p.m.  Tickets:  $60.  1280 Moores Mill Road, Midway, Kentucky.

Keeneland Concours d'Elegance

A unique four-day event featuring over a hundred exquisite automobiles on the historic grounds of Keeneland Race Course. This event has been judged to be one of the top 20 events in the Southeast.  More than just cars, the event includes food, fashion, music and a black-tie gala.  Visit the website for complete details.  4201 Versailles Road.

The Marvelous Wonderettes

The Marvelous Wonderettes takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where we meet the Wonderettes, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts and voices to match.  Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m.  Tickets:  $17.  154 West Bell Court.

Creatures Great and Small Art Exhibition

Animals emerge from artworks to inspire questions regarding life and death, morality and meaning with humor, whimsy, sensitivity and insight.  Featuring more than 60 artworks created by artists from 23 states, including Kentucky.  Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.  Free and open to the public.  209 Castlewood Drive.