52 Free Things to Do in Oldham County, Kentucky!

Free events and things to do with kids in Oldham County, Kentucky!

Are you looking for free family fun in Oldham County? We have a list of fun events, places to visit, and things to do with kids that are totally free!

1. Coordinate a game day with family and friends at the library.

2. Hike at the beautiful Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve in Goshen.
3. Train watch on the observation deck on Main Street in downtown LaGrange.
4. Play on a playground at Wendell Moore Park, Peggy Baker Park, Wilborn Park, Walsh Park, Schamback Park, Maples Park, Briar Hill Park, Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve and Springs Park.
5. Play volleyball or grab some buckets and shovels and dig away at Briar Hill Park’s sand volleyball court!
6. Choose your activity at Open Gym at the LaGrange Community Center.
7. Introduce the game of tennis or pickleball to your child at Wendell Moore Park or Briar Hill Park.
8. Kick a soccer ball at one of the Oldham County Parks.
9. Shoot baskets at a basketball court at Wendell Moore Park, Walsh Park, Peggy Baker Park, Wilborn Park, Elsie B. Carter Skate Park or at the LaGrange Community Center.
10. Take in the sights and smells at the Farmer’s Market & Artisans in LaGrange at Springs Park (May-Oct) or the Pewee Valley’s Farmer’s Market.
11. Participate in Art Starts at Gallery 104 in LaGrange.
12. Pack a picnic lunch and eat at the LaGrange Courthouse Square.
13. Fly a kite at Maples Park.
14. Check out the Alley Loop murals in LaGrange.
15. Sign up for VBS in the summer!
16. Search the exhibits while participating in the Creasey Mahan Nature Center’s scavenger hunt!
17. Ride in a hot air balloon at Maples Park.
18. Check out some classic cars at Cruisin’ with the Quads on Main Street in LaGrange. (Last Saturday April-September)

19. Ride bikes at the trails available at Commerce Parkway, Wendell Moore Park, Maples Park, Peggy Baker Park and Briar Hill Park!

20. Take your baby, toddler or preschooler to one of the morning story times at the library.
21. Check out a puppet show at the Little Colonel Players in Pewee Valley.
22. Go to one of the many art festivals during the warmer months.
23. Enjoy some outdoor time under the wisteria at Third Turn.
24. Participate in the Oldham County Day Parade. Kids can decorate & ride their bikes!
25. Enjoy live music at Trackside Tunes in Downtown LaGrange or at Pickin’ on the Porch in Westport (June-September).
26. Visit Yew Dell Botanical Gardens during their winter months of January-March for free admission or at one of the Happy Hour Fridays in the summer!
27. Catch Shakespeare in the Park when it comes to Oldham County.
28. Watch a sunset by the Ohio River in Westport.
29. Explore FoxHollow Farm!
30. Volunteer! Whether it’s at one of Oldham County’s non-profits or community events, there’s always a way to help.

31. Explore Morgan Conservation Park!
32. Attend a free movie night at Sauerbeck Family Drive-in.
33. Cast a line at Wendell Moore Park on Free Fishing Weekend in June!
34. Lace up your rollerskates for Skate Night at the LaGrange Community Center (October-March). Totally free if you bring your own skates.
35. Splash at the splash pad at Maples Park or Springs Park!
36. Visit the Railroad Museum in LaGrange. They have several FREE community events for all ages.
37. Rent a movie from the OCPL.
38. Go for a hike at Harrods Creek Park in Prospect and try to find the waterfall!
39. Attend a free workshop at the Oldham County Cooperative Extension Office in LaGrange.
40. Have fun and learn about Oldham County History at Barnyard Fun.

41. Watch the skater boarders at the Elsie B. Carter Skate Park in LaGrange.
42. Take a picture in front of the red caboose in Pewee Valley and then go for a walk at Central Park.
43. Check out a free concert, show or art exhibit at the Oldham County Schools Arts Center.
44. Find geocache treasures all over the county. 
45. Take a story walk at the OCPL.
46. Take an adventure on the trails at the Oldham County Family YMCA.
47. Check out a free class at the LaGrange Community Center!
48. Play at the McDonald’s Play Place in LaGrange.
49. Check out the art exhibits at Gallery 104 in downtown LaGrange.
50. Play disc golf at Wendell Moore Park.
51. Creek walk at Briar Hill Park.
52. Attend one of the many free festivals scheduled during the year.