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When you're staying in the Heart of Louisville, you will want to know what's new and what's happening at a super-cool hotel in a super-cool city. Allow us to fill you in.
Christmas at the Galt House Hotel Adds International Choral Festival and Competition to Lineup
The Sing 'n' Joy International Choral Festival and Competition will bring beautiful music to downtown Louisville November 28th through December 1st. The event is attracting choirs from around the globe to compete in this world-class competition. More details are coming soon.
Backside Party at Galt House Hotel Keeps Derby Celebration Going into the Night
The Backside Party at Galt House Hotel is the late night Derby Eve party that you want to be at. The Sheryl Rouse Band will kick things off and will be followed by Mo' Bounce Entertainment's DJ Tae 1. Wear your finest race attire to impress. The party is in the Galt House Hotel's Archibald Cochran Ballroom from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Friday, May 3rd. For reservations, call 502-568-4231.
Galt House Hotel Celebrates Mom with Mother's Day Brunches
Galt House Hotel is offering up two Mother's Day Brunches for 2013. The first is in the Archibald Cochran Ballroom and includes omelets prepared-to-order, belgian waffles, herb-encrusted pork loin with caramelized sweet onions, tender beef tips and mushrooms, lemon-basil scrod on wilted spinach, and assorted desserts. The second takes Mom on a spin around the city 25 stories high up in RIVUE Restaurant and Lounge. Both Mother's Day Brunches are May 12th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, click here.
Gladys Night to Perform at Finish Line Gala at Galt House Hotel
Complete your Derby Weekend experience with the Finish Line Gala. Gladys Night will perform at the event held in the Galt House Hotel Grand Ballroom. For more information, click here.
Galt House Hotel is the "Official Hotel of Engaging Compassion"
The Dalai Lama will visit Louisville May 19-20, 2013 to bring a message of compassion. Galt House Hotel is the "Official Hotel of Engaging Compassion."
National Geographic Recognizes the Kentucky Bourbon Trail as a Best Spring Trip
Looking for something off the beaten path for a Spring getaway this year? National Geographic says the Kentucky Bourbon Trail is one of the ten Best Spring Trips for 2013. Louisville is the gateway to Bourbon Country and visitors should also check out the Urban Bourbon Trail, as well as Louisville's newest edition to Main Street's Bourbon Row, Down One Bourbon Bar. To read the article, click here.
Galt House Hotel Celebrates Music
Galt House Hotel is the Official Hotel for both Abbey Road on the River and Forecastle Festival. Abbey Road on the River is a must-do for Beatles fans. It brings more tha 50 bands to the Belvedere, right next to the Galt House Hotel May 24-27. Galt House Hotel is sold out for May 24 and 25, and has extremely limited availability on May 26. For booking information, click
here.
Forecastle Festival brings nearly four dozen bands to Waterfront Park July 12-14. This year's headlining band include The Black Keys, The Flaming Lips, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, and Old Crow Medicine Show. To book your special rate, click here.
RIVUE Restaurant & Lounge Ranks in Top 5 Revolving Restaurants
Louisville's RIVUE Restaurant and Lounge received national attention in February 2013 after ranking in the Top 5 Revolving Restaurants. Click here to read more about how RIVUE's twin revolving dining rooms give guests magnificent views of the city and river, while guests experience sophistocated decor and contemporary cuisine.
Louisville's Expanding Bourbon Row
Louisville's Main Street is the new Bourbon Row. With the Michter's Distillery, the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience and more going in, Main Street is being transformed. Back in the 1800's and up until Prohibition, some 50 distillers called Louisville's Main Street home. Read more about this resurgence here.
Louisville Named Top U.S. Travel Destination for 2013
Travel site Lonely Planet named Louisville the Top U.S. Travel Destination for 2013 and describes the city as an offbeat cultural mecca. It cites the Bourbon Trail, unique shops and amazing restaurants in districts like NuLu and the Highlands. The publisher says he wanted to people to know more about the city beyond the Kentucky Derby and Louisville Slugger. Read more.
Christmas at the Galt House Hotel Sparks Holiday Cheer!
Christmas at the Galt House Hotel is November 16, 2013 to January 1, 2014. The event features new, more interactive larger-than-life luminaries in the KaLightoscope Attraction; the Candy Cane Forest with the Peppermint Express Kiddie Train Ride, 90 animated characters and Mr. Sugar Pine, the talking tree; and the Christmas Village with the Snow Fairy Princess and her Castle, restored figures from the old Stewart's Department Store holiday windows, and kids activities. The fun spills out on the street with 40 Nights of Lights in downtown Louisville along Fourth Street from the Galt House Hotel to Fourth Street Live! entertainment district. For more information, visit ChristmasAtTheGaltHouse.com.
Galt House Hotel's Rooftop Garden and Terrace the New Hotspot in Town
Louisville's newest rooftop garden soars to new heights! At 16 stories up, Galt House Hotel's Rooftop Garden and Terrace is the tallest in the city, with spectacular views of the city and river! To celebrate, enjoy Bourbon & Blues on the Rooftop! Unwind after work four Fridays in a row, September 28, and October 5, 12, and 19 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. There will be live music and bourbon drink specials. Click here for details.
Louisville Recognized as a Culinary Hotspot
The River City is gaining more notoriety as a destination for foodies. The Knoxville News Sentinel highlights Louisville in this article.
Louisville Named Most Livable City by U.S. Conference of Mayors
Louisville's Give A Day Week of Service was cited for its community impact and helped the city win the Most Livable title from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Louisville won in the large city category, beating out the likes of San Diego, Boston, St. Louis and Orlando. Watch a video about the award and how the Give A Day Week of Service here. To read more about the award, click here.
Louisville Named #1 Most Affordable Vacation City by Livability
The history, modern culture, free attractions and deep discounts give Louisville the top spot on Livability's Top Ten list. Click here to read more.
Louisville Named One of Best Weekend Getaways by US News Travel
From horseracing at Churchill Downs to baseball bats at Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory and the Muhammad Ali Center, to sipping bourbon along the Urban Bourbon Trail, and enjoying the Southern Charm. Check out the article here.
Galt House Hotel Guests Receive $10 Mega Cavern Zipline Tours
Louisville Mega Cavern is giving Galt House Hotel guests a $10 discount on Zipline Tours. The Mega Cavern is an underground adventure rich with history. It's part of 17 miles of corridors beneath the city of Louisville. Mega Zips has five ziplines and three challenge bridges and provides up to two hours of pure adrenaline. Go to our Partner Page for a promo code.
GQ Names Louisville "Manliest City"
Louisville earns the title "Manliest City" for its Bourbon, Baseball and Bettin' on the Ponies, plus its southern swagger.
2011 Hospitality Technology Visionary Award
Galt House Hotel was recognized with the 2011 Visionary Award for it's more than two-year effort to completely transform the hotel's technology experience for guests and meeting planners alike. The Hospitality Technology (HT) magazine presents a select group of lodging companies with its Visionary Awards. These awards honor hotel companies for their outstanding vision and achievement in delivering technological excellence. Recipient organizations of the 2011 Visionary Award are: Choice Hotels International, Galt House Hotel, Morgans Hotel Group, and Royal Caribbean.
Galt House Hotel is the Official Hotel of the KFC Yum! Center
The new multi-purpose 22,000 seat KFC Yum! Center, located downtown adjacent to the Galt House Hotel, is home to the University of Louisville Men's and Women's Basketball programs. The arena, opened in 2010, is also host to top concerts and shows, as well as many meetings and conventions. Galt House Hotel is proud to be the Official Hotel of the KFC Yum! Center.
Check out the events coming to the KFC Yum! Center here!
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