The best things to do in Lexington

11 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Idle Hour Country Club

Entertainment

If your week needs a reset, Idle Hour Country Club delivers that members-only calm and a course with stories baked into every hole. Whether…

1815 Richmond Rd · ✓ checked Jul 31

“If your week needs a reset, Idle Hour Country Club delivers that members-only calm and a course with stories baked into every hole. Whether you’re sneaking in nine or catching up with familiar faces, it’s a classic Lexington breather that still feels fresh.”

From the Lexington newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Breakout Games

Entertainment

Clue-solving, escape-room chain, featuring themed experiences for families and corporate event.

309 N Ashland Ave

“Clue-solving, escape-room chain, featuring themed experiences for families and corporate event.”

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Cinemark Fayette Mall and XD

Entertainment

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

3800 Mall Rd

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

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Red Mile Gaming & Racing

Entertainment

Hallowed, long-standing harness-racing bastion with a 1-mile red-clay track & assorted amenities.

1200 Red Mile Rd

“Hallowed, long-standing harness-racing bastion with a 1-mile red-clay track & assorted amenities.”

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Kentucky Theatre

Entertainment

Ornate, circa-1922 movie house featuring 1st-run & independent films, plus midnight shows & more.

214 E Main St

“Ornate, circa-1922 movie house featuring 1st-run & independent films, plus midnight shows & more.”

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Connemara Golf Course

Entertainment

Golf course with a driving range, a restaurant, and a patio, featuring wide fairways.

2327 Lexington Rd (Nicholasville)

“Golf course with a driving range, a restaurant, and a patio, featuring wide fairways.”

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Griffin Gate Golf Club

Entertainment

18-hole publicly accessible course located on a resort, with scenic meadow views & a shop.

1800 Newtown Pike

“18-hole publicly accessible course located on a resort, with scenic meadow views & a shop.”

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Lexrage

Entertainment

Fun venue featuring rage rooms where players smash crockery and electronics to relieve stress.

1301 Winchester Rd Ste 41

“Fun venue featuring rage rooms where players smash crockery and electronics to relieve stress.”

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Lexington Country Club

Entertainment

Membership-only country club featuring a clubhouse and activities such as parties.

2550 Paris Pike

“Membership-only country club featuring a clubhouse and activities such as parties.”

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Boone's Trace National Golf Club

Entertainment

Fairways, greens, tee shots and bunkers are the main features of this course at a beautiful facility.

175 Gleneagles Blvd (Richmond)

“Fairways, greens, tee shots and bunkers are the main features of this course at a beautiful facility.”

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Main Event Lexington

Entertainment

Casual dining chain with bowling, laser tag, an arcade, and ropes course.

240 Canary Rd

“Casual dining chain with bowling, laser tag, an arcade, and ropes course.”

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