Cobalt Artworks is a gallery in downtown Louisville featuring artwork from a shifting series of artists, along with gift and souvenir items for sale. Their first exhibit was a year-long retrospective on artist LeRoy Neiman - known for his brightly-colored work featuring golf and horse-racing.

The Cathedral of the Assumption was founded in 1811 and gave rise to an infirmary and orphanage. One of the oldest United States cathedrals still in use, today the church continues to aid those in need. It is comprised of over 54 separate ministries, and sponsors community outreach programs - including feeding the hungry and caring for the homeless.

With live music every Thursday night, special deals for women (like free Friday night admission), and a full bar, Angel's Rock Bar is a trendy place to be seen on a weekend night. Extravagant touches, like a 130-foot bar, a 20-foot high video wall, and their aim of having the glitz of a nightclub with "none of the pretense," give Angel's Rock Bar a unique edge on the nightclub scene.

Want to place bets on your favorite breed of horses? Head to the Churchill Downs. Home to the ever popular Kentucky Derby, this is an ideal place to catch a horse race or two while in the city. Watch the adrenaline pumping action unfold in front of you even as you mingle with the "in" crowd and make new friends. Head to the food court for a fabulous meal at the course. For die-hard fans of equestrian sports, the Kentucky Derby is the culmination of a season of anticipation and excitement. For gamblers, it is like Christmas and New Year's rolled into one. Held annually at this historic race course, the Derby is an American institution not to be missed. Host private events or corporate dos at this venue or simply arrange a heart luncheon, either way your event is bound to be a huge success. Check website for more details.

Situated across Chestnut Street, the Chestnut House is a popular concert venue. This space features different genres of music and artists/bands from all over are invited here to perform. In the past, the likes of Another Mistake, Vegasus, Take Offense, Lay Down And Die and Evil Grimace have performed here. For complete details, simply walk-in or mail the venue

Uncle Slayton's takes its name from Texan singer-songwriter James McMurtry's famous song, Choctaw Bingo, and the love for music does not stop with the name. As one of the premier music venues in the city, Uncle Slayton's offers an intimate performance venue for artists and bands from all over the Mid-South, as well as some national artists. The cozy concert hall, set in a building that dates back to 1895, afford the audience the chance to enjoy a performance better. Also, the venue can be rented for private events, with the main hall being able to accommodate about 150 standees. See the website or call for further information.

The Gate is a vibrant event venue in Louisville that has played host to a number of illustrious events, most of them being concerts. Sellout shows are proof of the soaring popularity of this venue that has everything going for it as can be seen by the enthusiasm of organizers and audiences who revel here.

Estimated at a whopping 238 million dollars, the KFC Yum! Center is slated for a grand opening in October 2010, a day Louisville will never forget. This multi-purpose venue will have a basketball arena that can hold more than 20,000 spectators and a volleyball area that can hold more than 22,000 spectators. Audiences can replenish themselves at the KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut outlets within the center, while superlative facilities like parking, floodlights and security are sure to set KFC Yum apart from the rest.

Located in the center of the Louisville Waterfront Park, the Great Lawn is a massive and well-manicured space covering 12 acres of lush greenery. The lawn is divided into north and south spaces, each of which can accommodate upto 20,000 guests. The park is used to conduct several events like concerts, celebrations and picnics. If you are visiting the park, ensure that you check out this place for its refreshing surrounds. To know more, check the website.

The Alley Theater along with Art Sanctuary has a combined display space in Butchertown. The center allows for artists to perform, rehearse, exhibit and display their work here. Local artists are given the freedom to express their artistic side without any limitations here at the Alley theater. Do contact for more details.