🌸 This Weekend in Forest Park: May 1–3, 2026

Spring is in full swing and Forest Park is packed with things to do all weekend long—from rooftop yoga and live music to theatre, family fun, and community events. Here’s your guide to what’s happening around town!

📅 Through May 22nd

Garden Posts by the Arts Alliance Forest Park, in Constitution Court

📅 Friday, May 1

Start your morning with movement, explore local history, and wind down with live entertainment across town.

7:00 AM – Rooftop Yoga at U3 Coffee
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM – May Day at Haymarket Martyrs’ Monument
6:30 PM – After Hours Calm at the Forest Park Public Library
7:00 PM – Free Music at Scratch Public House
7:30 PM – Arms and the Man at Madison Street Theatre
8:00 PM – Joe Stamm Band at Robert’s Westside
8:00 PM – Run It Back: All Vinyl Hip Hop & Pop at Bobby’s Eastside
8:00 PM – Las Locas Standup Comedy at BABS Comedy Club

📅 Saturday, May 2

A full day of family-friendly fun, performances, and live music—plus a little Derby flair!

9:00 AM – Mamapalooza with Fit4Mom at Park District of Forest Park
11:30 AM – Baby Rave at Forest Park Public Library
2:00 PM – Arms and the Man at Madison Street Theatre
3:00 – 5:00 PM – Maggie’s Farm (Bob Dylan & more!) at Bobby’s Eastside (free)
4:00 PM – WSSRA Kentucky Derby Gala at Robert’s Westside
6:00 – 8:00 PM – Chris Rawlins w/ Naomi Ashley at Bobby’s Eastside (free)
7:00 PM – Free Music at Scratch Public House
7:30 PM – Arms and the Man at Madison Street Theatre
8:00 PM – BABS Babes Improv at BABS Comedy Club
8:30 PM – Cruz Contreras & The Black Lillies at Robert’s Westside

📅 Sunday, May 3

Wrap up the weekend with art, music, and community connection.

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Meet the Artist Gerry Santora at U3 Coffee
12:30 – 2:30 PM – Mariachis Sunday at Mexican Republic
2:00 PM – Arms and the Man at Madison Street Theatre
2:00 PM – Jane Eyre Spring Book Discussion at Forest Park Public Library
3:00 PM – Inside Scoop (comedy, music, trivia) at Robert’s Westside (free)
6:00 PM – Pub Sing at Bobby’s Eastside (free)
6:00 PM – Femme Feedback Open Mic at BABS Comedy Club
6:00 PM – Advocacy 101 with Housing Forward at Robert’s Westside (free)

📌 Save the Dates

Mark your calendars—more great events are right around the corner!

May 5 – Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Table and Lain
May 9 – Forest Park Arts Alliance Makers Market
May 9 – Kiwanis Club Pasta Dinner
May 16 – Forest Park Community Cleanup
May 30 – 3rd Annual Bike Safety Carnival

✨ Whether you’re grabbing coffee, catching a show, or exploring live music, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy Forest Park this weekend.

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