Why Lexington, Kentucky?
Collaboration, diversity, and creativity are a few core principles that drive Educational programs and meetings. Rest assured, the functions you host in Lexington, KY will set the bar high and enable your attendees to achieve their professional development goals. Educational programs play a key role in successful initiatives and VisitLEX is here to help.
Lexpert Spotlight
Lexington is home to some pretty smart folks. Get in touch to see how one of our local experts in education can help make your meeting a big hit.
Dave Arnett
Director of Debate, University of Kentucky College of Communications and Information, Intercollegiate Debate
Area of Focus - High School and College Speech, Debate Events
What Makes Us Unique
Education in Lexington
Dozens of Colleges
The Bluegrass boasts 14 colleges and universities within 40 miles of Lexington, as well as four other professional and technical colleges.
Thousands of Students
In total, nearly 70,000 students are enrolled in institutions of higher learning in the Bluegrass, graduating over 17,000 annually.
We Started Early
Founded in 1780, Transylvania University is the state’s oldest four-year university—and the first university west of the Alleghenies.
185 Languages
Approximately 185 languages are spoken in Lexington. The top ten you might hear around town? Spanish, Swahili, Arabic, Japanese, Nepali, French, Mandarin, Kinyarwanda, Korean and Portuguese.
Our Public Schools
Fayette County Public Schools—with 68 programs and 41,000 students—are consistently listed among the nation’s best for cities of our size.
An Educated Community
Lexington is one of the most educated cities in the country. 44.8% of our population has a bachelor’s degree or higher, and 20.3% has an advanced degree.
“#2 Best Cities for College Grads”
- SmartAsset
One of the most educated cities with 44.8% of the population with a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher
20.3% of the population with an advanced degree
Meet Your Personal Sales and Service Representative
Sandy Johnson Director of Destination Sales
State Associations, Trade Associations, Education
Featured Unique Venues
From unique to unexpected, choose a venue that makes your meeting truly one-of-a-kind.
Keeneland Racecourse
With its tranquil setting and lovely stone fences and buildings, this national historic landmark is...
Kentucky Horse Park
This 1,200 acre state park is dedicated to all breeds of horse. A variety of facilities can be...
Living Arts & Science Center
Lexington Central Public Library
The Lexington Public Library is a short walk from downtown hotels and adjacent to covered parking...
Featured Attractions
Lexington is a special place. Give your attendees a uniquely Lexington experience they’ll rave about for years to come.
University of Kentucky
Transylvania University
Transylvania University, located in the heart of downtown Lexington, is a top-ranked private liberal...