How to Celebrate Fall in Louisville

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Are you looking for ways to make this autumn season extra special? Well, look no further because Louisville, KY has so much to offer during the Fall.

From viewing stunning foliage and picking pumpkins at a local farm, to indulging in mouth-watering comfort food from a neighborhood cafe – there is something for everyone here in the city!

Hillcrest Avenue is the best place to see amazing Halloween light displays, complete with graveyards, interactive displays, and – last time I was there – a zombified Selfie Booth.

1) See the Lights on Hillcrest Avenue

The walking path through the park comes alive with over 5,000 artist-carved pumpkins and illuminated themed scenes.

2) Jack O’Lantern Spectacular

This is a tasting at Woodford Reserve distillery, one of our favorite bourbon distilleries on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail!

3) Bourbon Tasting

While many visitors to Cherokee Park spend most of their time on the paved Scenic Loop, the real magic of Cherokee is found on the Cherokee Park Trail, a meandering loop that takes you through the true heart of Cherokee Park.

4) Take a Hike

In less than an hour’s drive from Louisville, you can be knee-deep in pumpkins, fresh apples, corn mazes, hay rides, and other fall fun!

5) Pick Pumpkins & Apples

The Highlands’ enormous historic Cave Hill Cemetery, filled with ancient graves and haunting mausoleums, could take weeks to explore.

6) Cave Hill Cemetery

A walk through this historic neighborhood in autumn is the best way to fully absorb the fall colors and see some truly incredible Halloween lawn displays.

7) Walking Tour of Old Louisville

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Head to our Louisville travel blog to learn more about all the fun fall activities happening around the city!