Free events in Frankfort, KY

Ernie’s Tavern hosts a lively combo of Music Bingo followed by Family Feud, blending music, friendly competition, and plenty of energy. Music Bingo replaces numbers with song titles, so when a track plays you mark it off and sing along. It is free to take part and there are prizes up for grabs. After bingo, the night shifts to Family Feud with new challenges and a different format. Teams compete for cash prizes along with bragging rights.

Enjoy a relaxed group walk with Parklands Rangers as The Parklands Walking Club explores the Louisville Loop from the William F. Miles Trailhead in Beckley Creek Park to Fisherman’s Trail and back. The route covers a paved surface and totals a 1.5 mile round trip, set at an easy pace that encourages conversation. Suitable for solo walkers or friends, this outing is free to attend and requires no registration. The walk proceeds in most weather, with updates or cancellations due to hazardous conditions shared on The Parklands alerts page. For the safety and well-being of participants, only service animals are permitted. The club meets nearly twice a month to discover different trails across the park system.

Celebrate 90s pop with a round of SINGO at Chinkapin Brewing. Each player gets a free card that lists song titles instead of numbers. A host plays quick clips from randomly selected songs while participants sing along, recognize the hits, and mark the titles on their cards. Get five songs in a row, call out SINGO, and win. It is free to play.

Woodland Park in Lexington, KY hosts the 2026 Kentucky Tree Climbing Championship, a two-day showcase where top arborists compete against the clock high among the branches. Admission is free and the experience is family friendly.

Billed as Kentucky’s largest monthly sports and Pokemon card show, this event brings collectors and fans together at Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park. Admission and parking are free. Sponsors include The Bullpen: Sports Cards & Collectibles, Jimmy's Kentucky Roadshow Shop, and Troublemakertcg. For more information, contact Bryan at 859 625 8917.

Pretty Pandy will be at The East End Farmer’s Market with a booth where visitors can meet Pretty Pandy in person. Drop by to say hello and connect face to face.

Westport Road Baptist Farmers Market in Louisville offers a selection of USDA certified organic vegetables, all non-GMO. Visitors often share how their gardens have done with plants from prior seasons, creating a friendly space for gardening conversation.

This event features fresh food, crafts, and a welcoming community atmosphere.

A community fall festival at Brookview Baptist Church features an afternoon filled with games, food, and friendly fellowship. Church family, friends, neighbors, and the broader community are welcome to come together and celebrate the season. There is no cost to attend.

Set in a historic community gathering place in Louisville, this market brings together local farmers, food vendors, and handcrafted goods in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. Shop, stroll, relax, and take in what the Depot offers, including free activities for kids, yoga offered on a donation basis at most markets, open green space, and a unique setting that feels like more than a quick stop. Amenities include indoor seating, a small museum area, and restrooms, and dogs on leashes are welcome. As a Kentucky Proud farmers market, SNAP benefits are accepted, and Double Dollars is planned to help make fresh local food more accessible in the community. Vendor applications are accepted only through the official website. Submissions via social media comments or messages are not considered, and payment is never requested by check, Cash App, Venmo, Zelle, or other unofficial methods. Please watch for impersonators claiming to represent the market. The event page is monitored, yet fake accounts may still appear.

A casual, community-run meet-up at Rolling Oven Taproom brings houseplant enthusiasts together with pizza, pints, and conversation. It is free and requires no registration. The setting is family-friendly, and the taproom offers a full menu of appetizers, pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and non-alcoholic beverages. Participants may bring plant-themed items to show off, sell, or swap, such as pest-free potted plants, propagations, or cuttings, along with planters, macrame hangers, moss poles, soil mixes, and similar supplies. Bringing nothing is fine as well, since browsing and chatting with local plant lovers are central to the experience. Those setting up to sell or swap share existing picnic tables, with space limited, so being mindful of table room helps everyone. The group aims to gather on the covered patio to keep space open inside the taproom. Please label plants or cuttings with their names and prices. A free table will be available for healthy items to give away, and green popsicle sticks will indicate pieces offered for trade rather than direct sale. Attendees browse the stations, enjoy drinks, and talk all things plants, and it is best to keep an eye on any setup when stepping away. Questions can be directed to community member Lauren Perkins at 859-333-2380.

Take a hayride through Shawnee Park amid the fall colors. Enjoy lawn games, a Free Play area for children, and food trucks on site. Admission is free, with refreshments available for purchase. Hayrides depart from the Shawnee Park Pavilion.

Capital Pride KY presents a free screening of Jim Henson’s Labyrinth at Grand Theatre Frankfort, KY. Directed by Henson, produced by George Lucas, and written by Monty Python’s Terry Jones, this fantasy cult favorite follows teenager Sarah, whose wish about her baby half-brother Toby sends her into a maze-filled realm of creatures to bring him back from the Goblin King. Jennifer Connelly stars as Sarah, with David Bowie as Jareth the Goblin King, joined by the puppeteers known for the Muppets. Offered as the fourth feature from Capital Pride KY, the film welcomes audiences of all ages. This screening is supported by a grant from JustFundKY. Free tickets are available.

This community Trunk or Treat at FCCC features candy, free hot dogs, and a showcase of creatively decorated car trunks with a competition. Church members will be there to welcome neighbors and share a warm, caring atmosphere. Weather updates will be posted on the church Facebook page, and unless there is lightning the festivities are planned to continue outdoors.

Support is available for those coping with the death of a spouse or partner through an in-person group led by licensed counselors. Participants can share, listen, and connect with others experiencing similar loss in a caring setting. The group meets at Hosparus Health Louisville Grief Counseling Center, is free to the community, and gathers twice each month. Advance registration is required, and sign-up must be completed before attending a first session. For details or to register, call 502-456-5451.

The Woodford County Board of Education holds its monthly meeting at the Woodford County Public Schools Central Office. The session is open to the public with in person attendance and a live video stream on the district’s YouTube page, and it will not be streamed on Facebook. Woodford County Middle School will be highlighted during the agenda. Individuals who wish to speak during public comment must attend in person and sign in at the entrance before the meeting begins, providing their name and the agenda item they plan to address. Comments must relate to items on the agenda.

A free, staff-facilitated support group for people living with a spinal cord injury or disease offers a welcoming place to connect and share. Caring team members guide the conversation, listen, and encourage participants. Attendees have time to socialize, exchange coping strategies, and pass along helpful resources so everyone can support one another. Anyone may attend. For details or to RSVP, contact Craig Loscalzo at 859.367.7287. Meetings take place at the Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital Spinal Cord Unit.

A no-cost weekly group at the Hosparus Health Grief Counseling Center in Louisville supports parents and guardians who are caring for a grieving child at home and looking for guidance, community, and practical tools. Each meeting offers education on grief, time for conversation, and coaching from licensed grief specialists. Participants can connect with others in similar situations, learn strategies to use at home, and feel better prepared to support a child's healing. An introductory session is offered for newcomers prior to the start. Registration is required.

This monthly in person meetup at Rainbow Blossom Highlands welcomes people with allergies and autoimmune conditions, along with friends. It provides an inclusive space to connect with others who share similar challenges, exchange experiences and tips, and make new connections. It is free to attend and no registration is required.