Lexington is home to many thriving arts organizations including a
professional orchestra, two ballet companies, professional theatre, several
museums, several choral organizations and a highly respected opera program at
the University of Kentucky. In addition, there are several events and fairs
that draw people from throughout the Bluegrass. June has two popular music
festivals: bluegrass and broadway. The Festival of the Bluegrass, Kentucky's
oldest bluegrass music festival, is held the first full weekend in June; it
includes three stages for music and a "bluegrass music camp" for
school children. During the 2nd
