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North American International Livestock Exposition
Starts: 11/06/2025 - Ends: 11/20/2025
The North American International Livestock Exposition is the largest purebred livestock exposition in the nation with nearly 30,000 entries competing in nearly 150 competitions. The expo spans 17 days and includes rodeos, horse shows, informational sessions and much more. Visiting the NAILE? Consider camping at the Louisville South KOA Holiday for a stay near the NAILE.
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Halloween Weekend #3
Starts: 10/17/2025 - Ends: 10/19/2025
Gather your goblins & ghouls for a ghostly weekend of Halloween fun at the Louisville South KOA Holiday! During four weekends in October, we'll transform into a creepy campground crawling with hauntingly fun activities! Wear your costume for a hayride to the pumpkin patch, safe trick-or-treating (all campground roads will be closed), a haunted trail, campsite decorating contests, an outdoor movie night, Halloween crafts, pumpkin painting, a costume contest and more!
Subject to change. Some activities require a small purchase.
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Halloween Weekend #2
Starts: 10/10/2025 - Ends: 10/12/2025
Gather your goblins & ghouls for a ghostly weekend of Halloween fun at the Louisville South KOA Holiday! During four weekends in October, we'll transform into a creepy campground crawling with hauntingly fun activities! Wear your costume for a hayride to the pumpkin patch, safe trick-or-treating (all campground roads will be closed), a haunted trail, campsite decorating contests, an outdoor movie night, Halloween crafts, pumpkin painting, a costume contest and more!
Subject to change. Some activities require a small purchase.
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Halloween Weekend #4
Starts: 10/24/2025 - Ends: 10/26/2025
Gather your goblins & ghouls for a ghostly weekend of Halloween fun at the Louisville South KOA Holiday! During four weekends in October, we'll transform into a creepy campground crawling with hauntingly fun activities! Wear your costume for a hayride to the pumpkin patch, safe trick-or-treating (all campground roads will be closed), a haunted trail, campsite decorating contests, an outdoor movie night, Halloween crafts, pumpkin painting, a costume contest and more!
Subject to change. Some activities require a small purchase.
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Veteran's Day Weekend
Starts: 11/07/2025 - Ends: 11/09/2025
The Louisville South KOA Holiday will honor our veteran's with a weekend filled with patriotic activities. We will have a Veterans Appreciation Breakfast, where veterans can dine for free while camping with their families. We will also have a community bonfire, an American Flag craft and free donuts on Sunday morning for our veterans.
Louisville South KOA Holiday is proud to offer a special discount to all military veterans, service men and women, police, firefighters and first responders. Learn more here.
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Weekly Activities
Starts: 01/01/2025 - Ends: 12/31/2025
There's always something fun to do at the Louisville South KOA Holiday! While the exact activities offered will vary throughout the year, we typically offer the following activities during the week. Be sure to check for themed weekends planned during your stay too!
- Tie Dye offered Daily at 12:30PM
- Kids Crafts offered Daily at 3PM
- Nature Scavenger Hunts are self-led. Get your supplies in the General Store!
- Nature Walks are held Wednesdays-Fridays at 3:30pm. Meet under the Pavilion!
- Barrel Train Rides offered Daily 6pm-6:30pm.
Subject to change. Some activities require a small additional purchase.
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ECO Kids Discovery Days
Starts: 07/05/2025 - Ends: 12/31/2025
Held on the first and third Saturday of each month year round (weather permitting), ECO Kids Discovery Days at Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest invite children of all ages to explore the outdoors and connect with nature. E-C-O stands for Every Child Outside, encouraging hands-on learning through guided hikes, nature-based activities, and interactive exhibits. It's a fun, educational experience that inspires curiosity and fosters a lifelong appreciation for the natural world.
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ColorFest
Starts: 11/01/2025 - Ends: 11/02/2025
Experience the beauty of autumn at Bernheim Arboretum's most beloved seasonal festival, featuring family-friendly favorites like giant slides, the mud pie kitchen, pumpkin rolling, and more! Discover the science of color in nature through exciting new activities, and enjoy a festive atmosphere filled with live music, hands-on nature programs, and local food and drink. This annual event blends outdoor adventure with fall fun for all ages in the stunning setting of Bernheim Forest.
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Care Camps Big Weekend
Starts: 05/08/2026 - Ends: 05/09/2026
Join Us for Care Camps Weekend May 8–9, 2026
Stay with us on Friday, May 8, and receive 50%* off your Saturday, May 9 stay. KOA will then donate 50% of the funds raised from Saturday night's stays to the Care Camps Foundation.
Book Your Stay Now!
Care Camps Foundation is a national non-profit organization that funds 100+ medically supervised pediatric oncology camps across the US and Canada. Their mission is to give joy, hope, and the healing power of the outdoors to children with cancer and their families. KOA has been a foundational partner to Care Camps since 1984. Learn more at carecamps.org.
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The Kentucky Derby
Starts: 05/02/2026 - Ends: 05/02/2026
The Kentucky Derby is the most-watched and most-attended horse race in America. Since the first race in 1875, the Kentucky Derby has fascinated millions of viewers at Churchill Downs. The Kentucky Derby Festival is a collection of events that begin building excitement for the race weeks in advance.
Looking for lodging near the Kentucky Derby? Churchill Downs can be reached from the Louisville South KOA Holiday in about 30 minutes, with both locations being easily accessible from Interstate 65.
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Louisville Book Festival
Starts: 10/11/2025 - Ends: 10/11/2025
Discover the power of storytelling at the Louisville Book Festival! This annual celebration of books, authors, and literacy takes place in downtown Louisville, KY, featuring author readings, panel discussions, book signings, and family-friendly activities. Whether you're a lifelong reader or just discovering the magic of books, this free event invites all ages to connect through the written word.
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RISE Cheerleading Legacy Regionals
Starts: 12/14/2025 - Ends: 12/14/2025
Get ready for high-energy performances at the RISE Cheerleading Legacy Regionals in Louisville, KY! Watch top teams compete for glory in this exciting regional event that showcases talent, teamwork, and spirit. Don't miss this premier cheerleading competition in the heart of Kentucky!
