About Lexington

Lexington, the “Horse Capital of the World”, is located within a day’s drive of two-thirds of the US population.  Nestled between the intersection of interstates 64 and 75 in Fayette County, the city is also easily accessible by air with approximately 100 direct and nonstop flights leaving the Blue Grass Airport (LEX) each day.  The city offers many of the attractions of a large urban area, with the University of Kentucky playing a central role in many activities.  The unique beauty of the rolling plateau and soil of the surrounding Bluegrass region provides a scenic backdrop and many outdoor activities.  For more information about the Lexington area attractions and events, consider one of the following sites: