Celebrate the diverse culture and heritage of Louisville with world-class music, food and fun!

Since 1989, we've mobilized millions of Americans in the Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk. Now, we ask you to register for Walk to End Alzheimer's, the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research.

Admission: Donations welcome!

Volunteers will form the letters "USA" using 25,000 flags from veterans' graves. When completed, the letters will be 150 ft wide and all three letters together will be 450 ft wide. These 25,000 flags honor all of America's fallen heroes, from every state in the Union, including military, law enforcement, and firefighters. The event will culminate with a 9-11 ceremony presided over by Congressman John Yarmuth, Governor Steve Beshear, Mayor Greg Fischer, Western District U.S. Attorney David J. Hale, Chief Frederick, and other VIPs.

The event will also include display of a steel sculpture from NYC Twin Towers, swearing in of our new U.S. citizens, a short walk with Thunder's 60 ft flag, YPAS performance of "Standing Tall," a flag folding ceremony, Kentucky Air National Guard c-130 fly over, and other scheduled pieces.

The public is invited to assist with placing the flags to form the large "USA."

Admission: Free to the public.

If you're looking for the largest dance floor around, then come on board the Belle of Louisville for our Dance Party dockside event! Listen to a great band, mingle with friends old and new, and relax after a busy week. The Belle will stay at the wharf all evening, so you will be able to come and go as much as you want.

The concession stand and bar will be open for business. Call 502-574-2992 or (toll-free) 866-832-0011 for information, to make a reservation, or to check the status of the cruise. 

Admission: $5

A celebration of peace hosted by the Jane Goodall Institute's youth program, Roots & Shoots. Join thousands of people world wide celebrating and expressing their desire for peace within our communities around the world. We will have a peace dove parade, kids' activities, crafts, vendors (food and local environmentally friendly products, and displays from local organizations who support peace, Fair Trade, and sustainability. Your participation will show support of the many people in our community who have done their part to create a better world.

Admission: Donations welcome.

Sailing regatta to help benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

In 1993, with the help of noted sailing expert and ESPN commentator Gary Jobson, the Maryland Chapter of The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society hosted the first Leukemia Cup Regatta in Annapolis. Enthusiasm for the event spread across the country and in 1999 thirty-eight chapters participated in the National Leukemia Cup Regatta program. It's amazing how a weekend of sailing can go such a long way to help the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society reach its goal of finding a cure for leukemia and all of the blood related cancers as well as improve the quality of life for patients and their families. By participating in the Leukemia Cup "Fleur De Lis" Regatta, you can raise much needed funds to support additional research and treatment of families in Kentucky and Southern Indiana.

Admission: Free; donations accepted

A walk/run/roll held in over 30 locations across the U.S on the same day. There will be kid-friendly activities, walks to accommodate different fitness levels, and light refreshments.

The goal is to raise funds for research and awareness. Little is known about the treatment and many go years with the wrong diagnosis. Research and your support can help.

Chiari Malformations are a set of neurological conditions causing debilitating headaches, neck pain, weakness and numbness in the limbs, balance problems, visual disturbances, and other symptoms. Chiari Malformations are located at the base of the skull. Part of the brain, the cerebellum, descends out of the skull into the spinal area.

Please join the thousands of people who will be walking that day to Conquer Chiari! Register to walk at www.ConquerChiari.org

Admission: Donations accepted.

A 5K walk/run to help the Dare to Care Food Bank purchase emergency food supplies for the hungry in Greater Louisville and Southern Indiana. After opening ceremonies, the walk/run will proceed across the Second Street Bridge to Indiana and return to Waterfront Park. Prizes, a Kid Zone, refreshments and information booths - fun for the entire family!

Admission: Pre-registration - $25; Kids 18 & under - $15

Bring the family and join us for the 2011 National Jug Band Jubilee! Featuring Jim Kewskin, The Juggernaut Jug Band, The Barbecue Orchestra, The Cincinnati Dancing Pigs, The Barehand Jugband, The Roe Family Singers, Blind Boy Chocolate & The Milk Sheiks, Boo Bradley, and Andrew Francis & Pamela Maurer. Jug Band workshops and merchandise - local food and beer! Come celebrate this unique form of Louisville music!

Please, no outside alcohol, no coolers, no pets.

Admission: Free - donations accepted.

2011 marks the ten year anniversary of Louisville’s most popular after work concert series!  Once again, the Waterfront Development Corporation and Louisville Public Media are working together to offer free concerts on the Big Four Lawn featuring national and local artists.  There is a cash bar and great upscale festival food.  Boat docking is on a first come first served basis. 

Outside food and alcohol are prohibited. No coolers, no glass & no pets allowed in the event area of the Big Four Lawn. For more information, please call 814-6518.  Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged.   Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged.

Parking: Parking lots are highlighted on this Parking Map. In the park itself, the Blue Parking Lot (Wharf Parking) is paid parking; all other park lots are free. Lots adjacent to the park are paid parking. 

Musical guests: They Might Be Giants (top), J. Roddy Walston and the Business, and The Deloreans (bottom).

ABOUT WATERFRONT WEDNESDAY
Waterfront Wednesday is presented by 91.9 WFPK and Waterfront Development Corporation with support from Friends of the Waterfront and our sponsors. September sponsors:

Admission: Free

Food trucks will be parked to provide a lunch option for IdeaFestival participants and downtown workers.

Admission: Free

A 1- and 3-mile walk to raise funds for the American Heart Association as we fund research, education and advocacy for heart disease and stroke - our community's #1 and #3 killers. Join thousands for this fundraiser and enjoy festivities for the whole family.

Admission: Donations accepted.

The tour will start on the wharf in front of the Belle of Louisville and will conclude at the Lincoln Memorial. Free parking is available in the park. A convenient location would be the Green Lot - park and follow the signs to walk to the Belle of Louisville. (see map for locations of the Belle, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Green Lot). The total walking distance from your car, through the tour, and back to your car is approximately 2 miles.

Butler Books recently published Bell's book, Louisville's Waterfront Park - A Riverfront Renaissance. Walkers will have an opportunity to purchase the book by paying for it at the Belle of Louisville and then collecting it at the end of the tour and having it signed by the author.

Suggestion: Wear your comfortable walking shoes and bring drinking water and sunscreen.

Admission: Free!

The Rally for Recovery is the annual celebration of recovery from alcohol and drug dependency, sponsored by People Advocating Recovery and attended by thousands of recovering people and their families. Free food supplied by The Healing Place, live music, activities for kids, information and booths plus priceless connections and fellowship. Visit PAR on Facebook for details and updates.

Admission: Free

A Louisville tradition in its 8th year, the Ken-Ducky Derby is a fundraiser for Harbor House, a non-profit facility specializing in the education and empowerment of adults with disabilities. Duck adoptions are available at area Kroger stores, Republic Banks, and at the festival. At 3pm, more than 20,000 ducks "race" towards the finish line with the winner receiving a brand new car! Live music, activities for kids, and more! Rain or shine.

Admission: FREE!

In 2011, Louisville AIDS Walk is celebrating its 19th year of raising funds and awareness in the local fight against HIV/AIDS. Join us for a day of walking and live entertainment. We will have a kids' zone for the younger ones, complete with inflatables, cotton candy & costumed characters. Enjoy live music, hear special guests, and step out against AIDS! Louisville AIDS Walk - helping local non-profits deliver direct services for people living with HIV/AIDS since 1993.

Admission: Open to all. There is no cost fo participate in the walk & pet walk.

The tour will start on the wharf in front of the Belle of Louisville and will conclude at the Lincoln Memorial. Free parking is available in the park. A convenient location would be the Green Lot - park and follow the signs to walk to the Belle of Louisville. (see map for locations of the Belle, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Green Lot). The total walking distance from your car, through the tour, and back to your car is approximately 2 miles.

Butler Books recently published Bell's book, Louisville's Waterfront Park - A Riverfront Renaissance. Walkers will have an opportunity to purchase the book by paying for it at the Belle of Louisville and then collecting it at the end of the tour and having it signed by the author.

Suggestion: Wear your comfortable walking shoes and bring drinking water and sunscreen.

Admission: Free!

The USS LST 325 will arrive at the downtown wharf on Wednesdy, September 28 and will be open for tours from Thursday through Saturday, 9am - 5pm. It is here as part of the Medal of Honor Convention.

Admission to LST 325: Adults - $10; Students K-12 - $5; Families as a group - $20.

Friday, September 30, Canoe/Kayak SUP races; sprint: 500m & 1000m. Saturday,October 1, Canoe/Kayak SUP races; distance - 6 miles.

Admission: Registration $25 on site.