Dennis Quaid, Willy Wonka: The 12 best things to do in, around Lexington this weekend
Here is a Lexington list and guide of the best weekend events around Central Kentucky on Friday, Saturday and Sunday if you are bored and need things to do from live music concerts, theatre plays, musicals, an art fair, an antiques show, a holiday market and “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” at the Lexington Opera House.
Turkey cake decorating workshop
Miss Delaney Cakes and Cut & Paste Craft Studio are teaming up to host a Thanksgiving-themed turkey cake decorating workshop on Nov. 12 from 6-8 p.m. All materials will be provided for participants to craft their own 4-inch, two-layer turkey cakes. Tickets are $45. 3330 Partner Pl. CutAndPasteCraftStudio.com.
Heritage Music Series: ‘Kentucky Songbirds’
Brit Taylor, Chelsea Nolan, Jen Tackett and Bek Smallwood will perform together at Heritage Hills Banquet Hall and Theater in London on Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. as part of the venue’s new Heritage Music Series. Tickets are $15. 472 Falls St, London. Eventbrite.com.
Broadway Live Series: ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’
Snag your golden ticket to the Lexington Opera House to see a theatrical presentation of “Roald Dahl’s Charlie And The Chocolate Factory” as the Broadway Live Series plays and musicals come back to town. Show times to see Charlie and Willy Wonka are on Nov. 12 at 7:30 p.m., Nov. 13 at 1 and 7:30 p.m., and Nov. 14 at 1 and 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $60. 401 W Short St. LexingtonOperaHouse.com.
Real Estate concert at The Burl
New Jersey based indie rockers Real Estate will perform at the Burl on Nov. 12 at 8 p.m. with support from Kate Bollinger. Tickets are $20. 375 Thompson Rd. TheBurlKy.com.
Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler at Veterans Park
The 7th Annual Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler benefiting the Hickman Creek Conservancy will take place on Nov. 13 at 9 a.m. at Veterans Park. The event costs $35 for in-person runners and $30 for virtual runners. 650 Southpoint Dr. RunSignUp.com.
Sheltowee Artisans Art Fair in Somerset
The 27th annual Sheltowee Artisans Guild will host their annual art fair on Nov. 13 and 14 at The Center For Rural Development building in Somerset. The fair will be open on Nov. 13 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Nov. 14 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. The free to atten event will have works from over 50 Eastern and Southeast Kentucky based artists. 2292 South Hwy 27, Somerset. SheltoweeArt.com.
Athens Schoolhouse November Antiques Show
Shop vintage during Athens Schoolhouse Antiques’ November show on Nov. 13 and 14. Items available will include vintage dishes, flatware, glasses, artwork, furniture, decor and more. The show will be open on Nov. 13 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Nov. 14 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is $2 each day. 6270 Athens Walnut Hill Pike. facebook.com/events/6575053402512647.
Holiday Market at Fayette Mall
Thirty local vendors from the Kentucky Shoppers Market will be at the Fayette Mall Nov. 13 from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. at the Lexington Holiday Vendor Market Extravaganza. Small business will be featured during the holiday shopping plus there will be pictures with Santa. facebook.com/events/260371999190197
Really Really Free Market
The Really Really Free Market returns to Duncan Park on Nov. 13 from 1-4 p.m. Winter clothing and accessories will be available during the market in addition to other items. Every item is free and donations will be accepted. 530 N Limestone St. facebook.com/events/342538440982991.
UK Art Museum Family Day: Fall Into Art
Join UK Art Museum Director Stuart Horodner at the museum on Nov. 13 at noon for a leaf sketching activity inspired by their current exhibit, “Coloring and Template Days.” The event is free to attend, but pre-registration is required. 405 Rose St. FineArts.Uky.edu.
Dennis Quaid concert at the Grand Theatre in Frankfort
Actor and musician Dennis Quaid will lead a night of songs and storytelling at the Grand Theatre in Frankfort on Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $40-55. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test are required to enter. 308 St. Clair St, Frankfort. TheGrandKy.com.
ACTivate, Distilled Theatre Company musical: ‘All Together Now’
ACTivate in collaboration with Distilled Theatre Company will present a production of Music Theatre International’s “All Together Now!: A Global Event Celebrating Local Theatre” on Nov. 13 and 14 at the Lexington Children’s Theatre. The play will include performances from “Waitress,” “Ragtime,” “Rent,” “Matilda,” Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” “Once on This Island,” and more. Show times are on Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 14 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15-22. Sunday’s show is a “Pay What You Can” performance with a suggested $20 donation. 418 W Short St. Eventbrite.com.