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Live Music, Big Easy Energy & NuLu Nights.
From live music and patio nights to Mardi Gras, Derby Week, Bourbon tastings, The Stave speakeasy events, and private celebrations, Lou Lou on Market is one of NuLu’s most event-ready spots.
Something’s always happening at Lou Lou on Market.
Whether you’re planning dinner before live music, meeting friends on the patio, celebrating Mardi Gras, or booking a private event downstairs, Lou Lou on Market brings New Orleans-inspired energy to NuLu.
Live Music
Book dinner before the show, then stay for local music, cocktails, and East Market Street energy.
Patio Nights
Gather outside for cocktails, dinner, people-watching, sunny afternoons, and NuLu weekends.
Signature Events
Mardi Gras, Derby Week, Kegs & Eggs, Bourbon events, and other big Lou Lou moments.
Private Gatherings
Bring the party to one of our private or semi-private spaces for dinners, birthdays, and group events.
Make a night of it.
Start with Cajun-Creole favorites, cocktails, and shared plates, then stay for live music, the patio, or one of our seasonal events. Lou Lou on Market is built for the kind of night that does not need to end after dinner.
Choose your Lou Lou happening.
From Mardi Gras season and Derby Week traditions to bourbon-focused dinners and tastings, Lou Lou on Market hosts seasonal happenings throughout the year.
Mardi Gras at Lou Lou
Timing: Seasonal, with details announced closer to Mardi Gras
Admission: Free
Good to know: Expect themed food and drink specials around Fat Tuesday each year
Celebrate Mardi Gras season with festive food and drink specials, themed moments around Fat Tuesday, and plenty of New Orleans-inspired energy in the heart of NuLu.
Kegs & Eggs
Timing: Derby Week, with details announced closer to the event
Admission: Free
Good to know: Patio seating is first come, first served and may be limited
A Derby-season favorite, Kegs & Eggs is our laid-back, high-energy way to kick off the day with brunch vibes, drinks, groups, and a great crowd.
Bulleit Bourbon Dinner
Date: June 15
Event: Bulleit Bourbon Dinner
Location: Lou Lou on Market or The Stave
Good to know: Details will be shared closer to the dinner
We host occasional bourbon-focused dinners and tastings throughout the year, including our featured Bulleit Bourbon Dinner on June 15.
Dinner sounds better with music.
Lou Lou on Market is made for nights with a little movement: dinner, drinks, local artists, patio energy, and guests who want more than a standard meal out.
Live music happens weekly and is always free to enjoy, with regular performances from local artists on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Thursdays: Cody Hanna, 6–9 PM
Saturdays: Josh Logan, 6–9 PM
Sundays: Jim Masterson, 5–8 PM
Where: Typically on the patio when weather permits; moved to The Stave when weather does not cooperate
Admission: Free
Reservations: Patio seating is first come, first served and not reservable
Choose your scene.
Keep it casual outside on the patio or take the night downstairs to The Stave. Lou Lou on Market has a space for everything from dinner with friends to private cocktail parties.
The Patio
Outdoor dining, cocktails, live music, Derby Week groups, sunny afternoons, and East Market Street people-watching.
Best for: Outdoor dining, cocktails, live music, and NuLu weekends
Good to know: Patio availability may be weather-dependent
Guest note: Patio seating is first come, first served and not reservable
The Stave
A downstairs speakeasy-style space with a private bar, moody atmosphere, Bourbon tastings, birthdays, cocktail parties, and after-parties.
Best for: Cocktail parties, tastings, after-parties, private nights
Location: Downstairs beneath Lou Lou on Market
Good to know: Stair access is required
E Market St knows how to show up.
Lou Lou on Market is built for neighborhood momentum: NuLu festivals, parade days, Derby Week, Mardi Gras, seasonal celebrations, and the kind of street-level energy that makes East Market Street feel alive.
NuLu Festivals
We love being part of the NuLu neighborhood and often join in on community happenings throughout the year. Look for us to participate in select local events and seasonal celebrations as details are announced.
Parade Days
Use this section for St. Patty’s Parade, NuLu Pride, and other East Market Street moments where patio viewing matters.
NuLu Nights
Promote recurring neighborhood nights, live music, cocktail features, and weekend reasons to visit Lou Lou on Market.
Turn a night out into a private event.
From rehearsal dinners and birthdays to corporate events, Derby groups, cocktail-style parties, and The Stave after-parties, Lou Lou on Market offers private and semi-private spaces for gatherings of every size.
Quick answers before you come by.
Planning around live music, patio seating, The Stave, or a special event? Start here.
Does Lou Lou on Market host live music?
Yes. Lou Lou on Market hosts live music weekly on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Performances are free to enjoy and are typically on the patio when weather permits.
Should I make a reservation for events?
Reservations are strongly recommended for high-demand events, live music nights, Mardi Gras, Derby Week, and seasonal celebrations.
Is the patio available during events?
Patio availability may depend on weather, event setup, and demand. Patio seating is first come, first served and not reservable.
Can I host a private event at Lou Lou on Market?
Yes. Lou Lou on Market has private and semi-private spaces for dinners, cocktail parties, company events, birthdays, Derby groups, and celebrations.
Where is The Stave?
The Stave is the downstairs speakeasy-style space beneath Lou Lou on Market. Stair access is required.
Live Music, Patio Events & Special Events in NuLu
Located on East Market Street in Louisville’s NuLu neighborhood, Lou Lou on Market hosts live music, patio events, Mardi Gras celebrations, Bourbon tastings, Derby weekend gatherings, private parties, and New Orleans-inspired nights out.
Plan your next Lou Lou night.
Reserve a table, check out upcoming events, or start planning a private gathering in one of our NuLu event spaces.