RICHMOND, Ky. — Tuesday evenings at Irvine-McDowell Park are once again becoming a weekly community stop as the city kicks off another season of Tasty Tuesdays.
The recurring event is held every Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the park, with live music beginning at 6:00 p.m. While the park remains open for the series and other activities, the Irvinton House Museum at the park is currently listed as closed for construction.
🍔 What to Expect at Tasty Tuesdays
The series is designed as an easy, drop-in event for families and residents. Visitors can find a rotating lineup of food vendors each week, providing a variety of dinner options in a park setting.
In addition to the food and music, the Madison County Farmers Market sets up weekly during the event. This allows visitors to pick up local produce or handmade goods while enjoying the evening’s entertainment. Because the vendor and music lineups change weekly, the city encourages visitors to follow Richmond Parks and Recreation on social media for the latest updates.
Updates:
https://richmondky.gov/business_detail_T14_R159.php
🏛️ A Note on the Irvinton House
While the outdoor events continue as scheduled, the Irvinton House Museum is currently closed to the public for renovation work. The park is also home to Richmond Parks and Recreation facilities and various outdoor amenities.
The closure affects the interior museum space and the immediate construction area, but does not impact the surrounding park amenities or the Tasty Tuesday event space.
Museum Info:
https://richmondky.gov/departments/parks_recreation/irvinton_house_museum.php
📍 Location and Park Info
Irvine-McDowell Park is located at 345 Lancaster Avenue in Richmond. The park is a frequent summer gathering place for community events and recreation.
Park Info:
https://richmondky.gov/business_detail_T14_R129.php
Upcoming Events in Berea & Beyond
🌿 Community, Arts & Outdoors
- Eastern Kentucky University Commencement — May 7–8
- Studio Space Spring Soiree (105 Jackson St.) — Friday, May 8, 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
- Berea Runners Saturday Group Run (Native Bagel Co.) — Saturday, May 9 at 8:00 a.m.
- Berea Farmers Market (Chestnut Street Pavilion) — Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
- Berea Arts Council Plant Sale (444 Chestnut St.) — Saturday, May 9, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Berea College Commencement — Sunday, May 10
- Tasty Tuesdays (Irvine-McDowell Park) — Tuesday, May 12 (every Tuesday), 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Amy Lewis “Origins” Reception (444 Chestnut St.) — Friday, May 15, 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Mountain Melodies Workshop (444 Chestnut St.) — May 22–24
- Tools and Stools Workshop (116 Spring Circle Dr.) — May 30–31
🎭 Theater & Performance at The Spotlight Playhouse
Tickets and info for all shows: TheSpotlightPlayhouse.com
- Madagascar: A Musical Adventure JR. — May 10
- The Secret Garden (The Bluegrass Players) — May 10
- Annie: The Musical (The Bluegrass Players) — May 15–24
- Annie KIDS (Spotlight Acting School) — May 29–June 7
- Creative Arts Camp (“New York, New York”) — June 8–12
- “Oh, Those Summer Nights” Intergenerational Intensive — June 14–27
- Macbeth (The Bluegrass Players) — June 19–28
- Film Acting Camp (Rising 6th–Age 18) — June 29–July 3
- Seussical the Musical (Ages 14–18) — July 31–Aug. 9