Positioned as the entrance door to the south, Louisville sacrifices a rich mix of modern meeting spaces and a vibrant cultural charm. Its “central” neighborhood in the city center is only seven miles from Louisville Muhammad Ali (SDF) and within the driving couple or 60 percent of the United States, the city’s assets of the city, regional cuisine and famous meetings and father do it.
“The impulse of Louisville has been on the rise is to get the Gothic that we are such a convenient and authentic destiny,” said Cleo Battle, president and CEO of Louisville Tourism.
For conferences and large -scale meetings, planners will find two places to choose from: the Kentucky Kentucky International Kentucky of Leed Center, which underwent an expansion of $ 207 million in 2018, sacrifices 200,000 spaces of square meetings in the heart. Meanwhile, the Kentucky exhibition center, the sixth largest convention center in the US, is located a few minutes from SDF.
The metropolitan area has almost 200 hotels and more than 23,000 rooms, including 7,000 in the center, with options ranging from boutique hotels to large marks admitted. Neighborhoods such as the Central Business District, Nulu, Old Louisville and Highlands offer a variety of events for events. Louisville Tourism Support Support, including recommendations for construction activities and return experiences.
Funds up at Bourbon City
Nicknamed Wall Street Street of whiskey the era of pre-prohibition, Louisville has long associated with Bourbon. Today, the city is often known as bourbon cities in the city more than 12 distillery experiences, along with trails, purchases and accommodations with Bourbon themes.
The groups can explore the distilleries of the center on the Kentucky Bourbon path, embark on the culinary and cocktail trip of the urban path of Bourbon, or participate in a tasting of Bourbon in a farm of horses of pure blood. Louisville is also famous for two classic cocktails: The Old Fashed (invented at the end of the nineteenth century at the Pentenis Club) and The Mint Julep, the official Kentucky derby cocktail. Visitors can participate in Mixology classes in Angel’s Envy Distillery, Frazier History Museum and Liquor Lab, or taking a guided tour of Mint Junge, an exclusive experience of Louisville.
“Given that Bourbon is the only native spirit of the United States, Louisville offers a unique experience for visitors, especially with the revitalization of whiskey Row and the surrounding areas,” Battle said. “While cities like Nashville and New Orleans are known for their music and festivals, Louisville stands out for their Bourbon heritage, just like Napa is known for their wine.”
Enjoy authentic meals
Louisville is a center for the new southern kitchen, with more than 2,000 restaurants, including 130 in the center. The city’s culinary scene is formed by award -winning chefs as James Beard Best Chef: Southast Edward Lee finalists (610 Magnolia, Nami Modern Corean Steakhouse) and Rising Talent Noam Blitzer (Mesh Mesh).
“Incorporating the new southern kitchen in an event menu provides a sample of the culinary heritage of Louisville while highlighting creativity and” innovative spirit “of the city,” said Battle. “With dishes with Bourbon infusion and local flavors, meals can become a memorable part of the experience.”
Louisville’s food scene combines southern traditions with international influences, resorting from Kentucky’s agricultural resources. Many regional dishes reflect the culinary history of the Ohio River Valley, formed by generations of farmers and chefs.
The Louisville firm’s dishes include Benedictine (a creamy cucumber extension), Burgoo (a slow cooking stew), Modeskas (marshmallows with caramel), hot brown (a warm and open -face sandwich) and Bourbon balls (infusion infusion with Bourbon infusion). The groups can explore these flavors through a Louisville food tour or practical experiences such as a kitchen class in Millie’s or Bourbon Barrel Foods, known for their smoked Bourbon spices and soy sauce.
Visit the American attractions
Louisville represents 30 percent of the tourism industry of $ 13.8 billion of Kentucky, which offers a unique American experience with a variety of cultural reference points.
The key reference points include Churchill Downs, which marks its 150th anniversary with a renewal of $ 950 million; The Kentucky Derby Museum, celebrating its 40th year; The Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory; And the Muhammad Ali center, now in its twentieth year. “Louisville’s spirit of hospitality helps people deepen everything that the city offers, including our hospitality, walking, affordability and iconic attractions.”
In addition to the attractions throughout the year, Louisville organizes a variety of events that can improve a visit or coincide with a meeting. The next notable events include:
- April: The Kentucky derby festival presents a parade, volleyball tournament, food festival, block party, marathon, air balloons race and more. On April 26, Marque the Opening Night of the Kentucky Derby Gatsby theme in Churchill Downs, celebrating the centenary of The Great Gatsby. Other Gatsby thematic events will also be held in Seelbach Hilton and other places through the city.
- Can: The 151st Kentucky derby takes place on May 3 in Churchill Downs, and Live Horse Racing continues during the month.
- June: From June 1 to 4, Louisville will be the host of PCMA EDUCON in the center of Omni Louisville and Louisville Marriott, with the 1,000 expected attendees.
- September: Two exciting events infused with music are in the store at the Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky exhibition center. First is Bourbon & Beyond, which extends from September 11 to 14, which bourbon, food and live music. The following week, from September 18 to 21, stronger than life has returned with its high -energy metal and metal actions list.
- October: The second installment of Bourbon and belonging is scheduled (TBD dates). Recognized as the first Inclusive Bourbon Festival LGBTQ+ in the USA and promoted as the Kentucky Bourbon week, the events will take place in multiple cities of Kentucky and several places through Louisville.
“The experiences of authentic and iconic visitors complement the incredible and unique attractions that Louisville has tasks in which he is proud for years,” Battle said.
Get more information and start planning at Gotolouisville.com/meet.
This article begins the series of three parts of Skift Meetings with Louisville Tourism, exploring how the rich heritage of the city attributes unforgettable events. Are attentive to the second installment in May and the third installment in June.
This content was created in collaboration by Louisville Tourism and Skift’s Branded Content Studio, Skiftx.
