Frankfort, Kentucky

What's happening in Frankfort this week.

Events, food, and things to do around town. Updated every day, for the people who live here and the people passing through.

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Eat & drink

Where locals go

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Mornings

Breakfast & coffee

Where to start the day, from diner plates to a good pour-over.

Evenings

Dinner & date night

Sit-down spots worth the reservation, plus easy weeknight standbys.

Drinks

Bars & breweries

Local beer, bourbon, and the places with live music on weekends.

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Bourbon

Distilleries & tastings

Buffalo Trace and Castle & Key are both minutes from downtown.

History

The Capitol & downtown

The floral clock, the Old State Capitol, and a walkable historic district.

Outdoors

The Kentucky River

Paddling, riverfront parks, and the view from the overlooks.

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