John Henry and Isaac Murphy: 16 things to see, do in & around Lexington this weekend

Matt Wickstrom

Here is a Lexington list and guide of the best weekend events around Central Kentucky on Friday, Saturday and Sunday if you are bored and need things to do from live music concerts, kid-friendly events, art events, theatre plays, comedy shows, Galentine’s and Valentine’s, bull riding and more.

Kentucky Wildcats Women’s Gymnastics

The UK team takes on Eastern Michigan University, Feb. 10, 7 p.m. Tickets $5-$10. Memorial Coliseum, 201 Avenue of Champions

Comedian Craig Conant at Comedy Off Broadway

Comedian Craig Conant will perform at Comedy Off Broadway on Feb. 10 at 7 and 9:30 p.m. and Feb. 11 at 6:30 and 9 p.m. Tickets are $15-18. 161 Lexington Green Cir #C4. ComedyOffBroadway.com.

“The Firebird”, “Clic” and “Mariachi” at the Lexington Opera House

The Lexington Ballet Company will perform Igor Stravinsky’s “The Firebird”, “Clic” and “Mariachi” at the Lexington Opera House on Feb. 10 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 11 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $31. 401 W Short St. LexingtonOperaHouse.com.

Kentucky singer Brit Taylor is bringing her new album “Kentucky Blue” to The Burl. The album was produced by fellow Kentuckian Sturgill Simpson and David Ferguson.
Kentucky singer Brit Taylor is bringing her new album “Kentucky Blue” to The Burl. The album was produced by fellow Kentuckian Sturgill Simpson and David Ferguson.

Brit Taylor, Born Cross Eyed and More in Concert at The Burl

Country, jam music and more will be echoing from The Burl all weekend with Brit Taylor and Brother Smith on Feb. 10 ($12), Born Cross Eyed on Feb. 11 ($15) and Scott T. Smith and Corduroy Brown on Feb. 12 ($15). Shows begin at 8 p.m. each night. 375 Thompson Rd. TheBurlKy.com.

“I Dedicate This Ride: The Making of Isaac Murphy” at the Lyric Theatre

Learn about Kentuckian and African American jockey Isaac Murphy during two performances of the Frank X Walker written and Cathy Rawlings directed play “I Dedicate This Ride: The Making of Isaac Murphy” at the Lyric Theatre on Feb. 10 and 11 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20. 300 E Third St. LexingtonLyric.com.

Actors rehearse Message Theater’s production of “I Dedicate This Ride: The Making of Isaac Murphy” at Lyric Theatre.
Actors rehearse Message Theater’s production of “I Dedicate This Ride: The Making of Isaac Murphy” at Lyric Theatre.

Galentines Charcuterie and Wine Class at Harkness Edwards Vineyards

Grab the gals and learn the basics of charcuterie during an interactive 101 course at Harkness Edwards Vineyards in Winchester on Feb. 11 at 10 a.m. Tickets are $65. 5199 Combs Ferry Rd, Winchester. Sweet-And-Sassy-Ashleys-Llc.Square.Site.

“The Legend of John Henry” at the Lexington Children’s Theatre

The Lexington Children’s Theatre will present “The Legend Of John Henry” on Feb. 11 at 2 and 7 p.m. and Feb. 12 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15-20. 418 W Short St. LctOnStage.org.

Lexington Children’s Theatre will perform “The Legend of John Henry” Feb. 11 at 2 and 7 p.m. and Feb. 12 at 2 p.m.
Lexington Children’s Theatre will perform “The Legend of John Henry” Feb. 11 at 2 and 7 p.m. and Feb. 12 at 2 p.m.

Bulls, Bands & Barrels at the Kentucky Horse Park

Rodeo and country music will collide during Bulls, Bands & Barrels at the Kentucky Horse Park’s Alltech Arena on Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. The event will include everything from bull riding to barrel racing and live music from Shane Smith & The Saints, Charles Wesley Godwin and Lance Rogers. Tickets are $35.50. 4089 Iron Works Pkwy. BullsBandsAndBarrels.com.

Guns N’ Roses Tribute Concert at Manchester Music Hall

Guns N’ Roses tribute band Nightrain will perform a slew of the band’s greatest hits at Manchester Music Hall on Feb. 11 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15. 899 Manchester St. ManchesterMusicHall.com.

Midway Chocolate Stroll

Midway shops and restaurants will have treats and specials 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 11. Get a ticket at any shop or restaurant or at Equus Run Vineyards. Get it stamped at 10 businesses and you’ll be entered in a drawing. Free. Main Street in Midway.

Tonight Belongs to You Inclusive Prom

Voices Amplified will host an inclusive prom for those 21 and older to support their June 2023 production of “The Prom: The Musical” with a red carpet, performance by Uma Jewels and a dance, catering and cash bar, cash prom photos, raffles, more. Feb. 11, 7 to 10 p.m., The Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center, 141 E. Main St., $50 per person, $100 per couple. voicesamplified.net

Paws 4 the Cause Valentine’s Dance

Animal rescue Paws 4 the Cause will host its annual Valentine’s Dance fundraiser at the Round Bar Stable of Memories, 6-10 p.m. Feb. 11. Silent auction, live music and dancing, food. Tickets are $60, P4tcvalentine.eventbrite.com. 1200 Red Mile Rd.

Athens Schoolhouse Antiques Show

Monthly show of vintage dishes, furniture, decor for home and garden. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Feb. 11 and 12. Admission is $2. 6270 Athens Walnut Hill Pike. antiqueskentucky.com

Galentine’s Day at Rock House Brewing

Enjoy a Galentine’s Day themed market at Rock House Brewing on Feb. 12 from 2-6 p.m. The event is free to attend. 119 Luigart Ct. Facebook.com.

Whit Whitaker concert at Faith Lutheran Church

Whit Whitaker, a tenor vocalist and the former director of the Lyric Theatre, will perform at Faith Lutheran Church on Feb. 12 at 3 p.m. The event is free to attend. 1000 Tates Creek Rd. Eventbrite.com.

Lexington Chamber Chorale Concert at Second Presbyterian Church

Discover the restorative and therapeutic power of music during a concert from the Lexington Chamber Chorale at Second Presbyterian Church on Feb. 12 at 5 p.m. Tickets are $10-22. 460 E Main St. LexingtonChamberChorale.org.

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