Exciting Weekend Ahead in Lexington with ScareFest, Art Exhibits, and Family-Friendly Events

Lexington, Kentucky will be bustling with vibrant activities and events this weekend, offering a mix of entertainment, culture, and community engagement from Friday, October 18 to Sunday, October 20.

The main attraction, ScareFest Weekend, will take place at the Central Bank Center, featuring a film festival, guest speakers, a tattoo expo, and a mystical market. The event runs from October 18 (4 p.m. to 9 p.m.) to October 20 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Tickets are available starting at $30.

On October 18, art enthusiasts can attend the opening reception for “Art By Nature,” which celebrates Fayette County’s Monarch Waystations, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 362 N Martin Luther King Blvd. This event is part of Tree Week Lexington, promoting the appreciation of the city’s trees and offers free admission.

Film lovers can enjoy the City’s Freaky Flicks series at Moondance Amphitheater with a screening of Tim Burton’s “Corpse Bride” on October 18 at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free.

Comedy fans won’t want to miss Raanan Hershberg at Comedy Off Broadway, performing on October 18 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., and on October 19 at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.. Tickets are priced between $15 and $18.

The weekend will be action-packed with performances of the UK Opera Theatre’s rendition of Mozart’s “The Marriage of Figaro” on October 18 and 19, available at multiple times throughout the weekend. Ticket prices start at $33.

October 19 will see a plethora of family-friendly events, including the Lexington Farmers Market at Henry A. Tandy Centennial Park, operating from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., and a Halloween 5K benefitting the Harrodsburg Kiwanis Club starting at 9:30 a.m.. The YMCA will host its popular Trunk or Treat event from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., featuring inflatables and costume contests.

As the sun sets, the city will unite for a Halloween Festival and a thrilling Zombie Parade beginning at 5 p.m. on October 20, promising entertainment and a community spirit.

Sports enthusiasts can catch the UK Women’s Soccer Team in action on October 18 against the Auburn Lady Tigers, and Lexington SC’s USL League One squad competing on October 19 against Charlotte Independence.

In addition, a Hocus Pocus themed brunch at the Kentucky Castle on October 20 will allow residents to indulge in fall flavors and seasonal festivities.

This weekend in Lexington offers an array of events suitable for all ages, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.