When does summer start in 2024? Here's your guide to the season in Louisville

The sun is out, the heat is in full force and summer is in the air.

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, but when does it actually start? Here is everything you need to know about the summertime in Louisville — including how you can spend it.

When does summer start?

The meteorological start of summer is June 1, but the astrological start is June 20, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.

Where can I watch movies in the summer?

The Courier Journal has a guide for movie screenings indoors and outdoors throughout Louisville.

Things to do in Louisville: Here's where you can see free movies this summer - in theaters and outdoors

Is there a guide for things to do this summer in Kentucky?

Yes. The Courier Journal has a guide to concerts, outdoor activities, food and road trips to enjoy this summer in Kentucky.

Summer 2024: Your guide to the 26 best things to do in Louisville and Kentucky

Where are spray pads in Louisville?

The Courier Journal has a list of spray pads and spraygrounds to enjoy this summer around Louisville.

Fun in the sun: Louisville parks with spray pads, spraygrounds to enjoy this summer

What Louisville pools are open this summer?

The Courier Journal has a guide on the pools that will be open this summer and the times people can use them. Find it here.

Where are amusement parks close to Louisville?

Louisville's hometown amusement park, Kentucky Kingdom, opened on May 11.

Still, there are amusement parks people can visit that are not far from Louisville—here is your guide.

Where can I bowl this summer?

The Courier Journal has a guide to places where kids can bowl for free this summer around Kentucky.

Things to do: Here's where your kids can bowl for free this summer in Kentucky

This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Summer 2024: This is your complete guide to the season in Louisville