DARKNESS BREWING 224 Fairfield Ave. Bellevue, KY

“Join us in celebrating our 9th dance around our nearest star.

Take a break from all the weight and come hang out with us for a fun filled day of live music, live art, food, boozy slushies, and of course very SPECIAL beers!”

 The Bellevue Vets Presents: "RED, WHITE, & BOOM!" 
First Friday, July 4th | Celebrate Independence Day with Us!

Location: 24 Fairfield Avenue | Bellevue, KY 41073

Join us as a new tradition takes center stage on Friday, July 4, when The Bellevue Vets take over First Friday with a patriotic celebration you won’t want to miss!

Why do we celebrate the Fourth of July?
Because in 1776, brave individuals stood up for freedom, independence, and a better future—and now we honor their courage every year with family, community, and fireworks!

 Concession Booths: Enjoy burgers & hotdogs fresh off the grill
 Live music kicks off at 7:00 PM in the Vets’ parking lot
 And the Vitos professional fireworks display will light up the sky beginning at dusk!

Bring your friends and family, and your red, white, and blue spirit. Let’s celebrate our nation’s independence the best way we know how—together.


#BellevueKY#FirstFriday#RedWhiteAndBoom#BellevueVets#IndependenceDayTradition

Event Details:
Event Name:
First THURSDAY – Day Before the BOOM Bash!

Date & Time:
Thursday, July 3rd
Shops open late ‘til 8PM!

Description:
We’re mixing it up this month! Since July 4th falls on a Friday, we’re celebrating "First Thursday" ahead of First Friday — and you’re invited to our Before the BOOM Bash!

(REMINDER: The Bellevue Vets are hosting a big party on Friday!!! "Red White & BOOM!" So our Sip N Shop Night is THURSDAY "Before the Boom!")

Join us on Thursday, July 3rd for a fun-filled evening of:

Summer Sips & Tiki Drinks
Red, White & Blue-themed sales
Local shops open late ‘til 8PM
Chill vibes, music, and more

It’s the perfect way to kick off your holiday weekend — shop local, sip something summery, and enjoy a relaxed night downtown Bellevue!

Fairfield Avenue in Bellevue "Bellevue Entertainment District"

MONDAY Pizza Deal at Cork-N-Crust! 710 Fairfield Ave. 4-9PM

Every Monday in June! Enjoy any two-topping pizza of your choice for just $10!

Yes, you heard that right—your pizza dreams are just a slice away. Whether you're a fan of classic combinations or adventurous toppings, this offer is perfect for satisfying those cravings without breaking the bank. Just a friendly reminder, though—for gluten-free crust, vegan cheese, or vegan toppings, there is a small upcharge. So gather your friends, mark your calendars, and let's make Mondays the highlight of your culinary week! See you tonight!

#cincinnatipizza #mondaymood #mondayvibes

Bellevue and Dayton are teaming up again for the annual City-wide yard sale!

The City-wide yard sale is scheduled for Saturday June 28th at 8am and will span both cities of Bellevue and Dayton.

Going yard-sale hunting in Bellevue & Dayton Saturday? 🛍️🎯 Swing by Fairfield Ave after the 8–2 city wide yard sale event, to cool off, grab a bite, or pop into your favorite shop or spot! 😎🍦🛒

Muumuus & Margaritas Girls Night Out
Friday, June 27 • 6PM
The Back Room at Ape Made It Boutique
$15 per guest all sales final | Muumuu is a MUST!

Grab your girls, throw on your favorite flowy muumuu, and come party island-style with us! Your ticket includes:

on deck
Professional Photo ops to capture all the fun
Live DJ vibes to keep you dancing
Access to Permanent jewelry options by Linkd Cincy – perfect for those summer anklets!
Mary Kay Beauty Bar by Shanon Brannen for your glow-up goals
Exclusive boutique deals you won’t want to miss
Raffle prizes
Get ready for a night of tropical fun and fabulous company. Muumuus never looked so good!

 Tiki Night at Three Spirits! 
This Spring & Summer its a TIKI-TAKEOVER on Thursdays! We're bringing a bit of the beach to Bellevue!  Come set sail with us! Your Captain, Rum Runner Ray will be mixing up a lineup of classic tiki cocktails—plus a few surprises you might not have tried before. Try the Tiki Old Fashioned!
 Beer lovers, we’ve got you covered too! Enjoy buckets of Red Stripe at a special price all night long.
 The voyage begins Thursday at 4PM—grab your crew and join us for a night of tropical vibes, great drinks, and island fun. Cheers! 
+Thirsty Thursday means $1.00 OFF Regular Priced Drinks!!

#TikiNight #ThreeSpiritsTavern #DoTheBLine

🎉 June First Friday = LADIES NIGHT! 💃
Grab your besties and head to downtown Bellevue for a night of sipping, shopping & strolling! 🍷🛍️

✨ Shops open late ‘til 9PM
🍸 Buy a BED Cup at any of 11 participating spots to sip as you stroll
🎁 Specials, pop-ups, signature cocktails & more—just for the girls!

Let’s GNO in style! 💕
#LadiesNight #FirstFriday #GNOBellevue #SipShopStroll #BEDcup #BellevueKY #FairfieldAvenueFun

Join us for the 96th annual Bellevue-Dayton Memorial Day Parade!

A handful of your favorite spots on the Avenue will be OPEN Monday Morning for the Memorial Day Parade: Schneider’s Sweet Shop, Avenue Brew, Cork-N-Crust, Pretzel Place, Three Spirits Tavern and more!

Arrive Early!

Bring a Bag for kids to get Candy!

For more information visit: https://daytonky.com/bellevue-dayton-memorial-day-parade/

The Avenue Brew turns 15 on May 16th FRIDAY!! Let’s Celebrate!! Avenue Brew, 310 Fairfield Ave., Bellevue, KY 41073 Friday 6-10pm. (Normal Hours are breakfast/lunch, so remember this is a 6pm-10pm event!! Follow the Avenue Brew on Facebook for more details!!

“The Back Room!” at Ape Made It Boutique

Join us for a night of sips, giggles, and crafty masterpieces at our “Wine Not Make a Mat?” spring doormat night!

Grab your besties, your favorite bottle (or two), and let’s get our hands dirty—in the cutest way possible. We’ll provide all the supplies you need to create a one-of-a-kind spring-themed doormat that’ll have your front porch looking mat-nificent!

No experience needed—just good vibes, great wine, and a love for fun DIYs. Whether you want to welcome guests with a cheeky “Wipe Your Paws” or a floral “Hello Spring,” we’ve got the stencils and inspiration to make it happen.

• Fresh Florals: Brighten your doorstep with charming floral designs perfect for spring and summer.

• Monogram & Family Name: Make it personal! Add your family name, a favorite phrase, or custom message—just supply the text, and we’ll bring it to life.

• Stars & Stripes: Show your patriotic pride with red, white, and blue-inspired designs—just in time for Memorial Day and the Fourth of July!

• Naturally Beautiful: Earthy tones, leafy vibes, and blooming botanicals—our nature-inspired mats bring a cozy, outdoor touch to any entryway.

You can BYOB beverages and any food that you would like to eat. 

Space is limited, so don’t drag your feet—register now before it’s all wiped out!

For seating purposes, email me with the names of the people in your group if paying separately.apemadeit@gmail.com.

The Back Room at Ape Made It 715 Fairfield Ave. Bellevue Kentucky, 41073 Park in Liquor King Parking lot BUT DO NOT PARK BY THEIR BUSINESS DOORS PARK ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF THE LOT and enter through double doors by alley on O'Fallon. 

Three Spirits Tavern's ANNUAL KY Derby Watch Party, Live DJ & Hat/Derby Outfit CONTEST!!

Join us for the Annual Kentucky Derby Watch Party at Three Spirits Tavern!
Saturday, May 3 | 4–10PM

Enjoy fresh mint juleps, Kentucky-themed food & drink specials, and DJ Tony DJ& Karaoke+ spinning live in the side yard (or covered patio if it rains). Catch the “Run for the Roses” on our TVs and dress to impress for our Derby outfit / Derby Hat contest — winners get Three Spirits gift cards!

Celebrate Derby Day with Southern flair, great drinks, and good vibes.

A creative vinyasa yoga practice that includes a drink. Come enjoy a group class lead by certified yoga instructors. We enjoy having fun , sharing movement and breathe.
$16 for class

Kentucky Derby - Cinco De Mayo- Mash Up! “Derby de Mayo!” First Friday in May!! Sip-Shop-Dine & Drinks Downtown Historic Bellevue!

It’s a Fiesta at the Finish Line Derby De Mayo is Here!

Join us in Bellevue for a one-of-a-kind celebration where Kentucky Derby charm meets Cinco de Mayo spice, Derby De Mayo in the Bellevue Entertainment District! The unique retail shops stay OPEN LATER (9PM) and collaborate with the bars & restaurants for this fun theme with chances to win prizes!

Saddle up for a night of sipping, shopping, and supporting small!

”Race Forms” for Prizes located at 9-participating shops along Fairfield Avenue, starting at 5pm, grab a form, then Drop Off your winning Derby horses at Le Sorelle Boutique!

Win-Place-Show boxes are located inside Le Sorelle Boutique, 341 Fairfield Avenue, then let the good times gallop from there! Winners will be announced the next week!

BED Cups (Bellevue’s DORA) are back and ready to be filled with your drink of choice: margaritas, mint juleps, or whatever you fancy.

Sombreros anyone?
Ladies, grab those fascinators and fabulous hats.
Gents, break out your bowties, Derby caps, and equestrian flair.

From festive cocktails to delicious bites, this is your chance to strut through Bellevue in full Derby-meets-Mayo style. Let’s toast to two great traditions, all while cheering on local businesses!

It’s not just a race, it’s a celebration!

Bridgerton fun Embrace the Regency Era Fashion. Fascinators, tiaras, masquerade mask, lace or satin gloves, pearls, hand fans, parasols, men’s vest, silk scarfs, cravat/tie, trousers etc..
Lady Whistledown will have a special social card waiting for each of you. It will be filled with the latest gossip about Bellevue.

Spill The Tea - First Friday
Friday, April 4th
5 PM - 9 PM
Bellevue, KY Entertainment District

Get ready to spill the tea with us at Bellevue’s First Friday!

Tea-themed fun throughout the district
Sip, Shop & Stroll through your favorite small businesses
Specialty drinks & bites at local bars & restaurants. Spiked teas, finger foods. The Duke’s Whiskey Smash or the Queen’s Elixir.
Live music & entertainment

Bring your friends and join us for an evening of community, conversation, and
fun!

Join us for afternoon of crafting fun at our spring sign making class.

All supplies and instruction provided while you follow along crafting your own original work of art, that you'll get to take home and hang up in time for spring! Price includes one drink ticket to keep you creative. (must be 21 for alcohol)

Ask your beertender for follow the link for tickets:
https://www.clover.com/online.../darkness-brewing-bellevue

MONDAY March 17th, Enjoy live BLUE GRASS music by "Slim Pickins'!" Green beer & Guinness on tap, Live Music, & Irish themed food!

Visit Three Spirits Tavern March 14-15-16-17th, Saturday-Sunday-Monday for St. Patrick's Day & All Weekend Long FUN! Green Beer Booth, Guinness on tap too, and Irish Themed Food & Live Music all 4 dates! Sip, Dance, Dine, and stroll the Avenue!

Enjoy mini sized Signature Bloody Mary’s on SUNDAY March 16th at NOON at the various bars & restaurants on Fairfield Avenue! Come for the bloody Mary’s by noon, and stay for the live music starting at 2pm!

St Paddys WEEKEND Line up!! Live Music!! Come down SUNDAY for the 12noon Bloody Mary Bash & Stay for the live music by Face Full of Chicken on the patio at Three Spirits Tavern from 2-6pm!

Visit Three Spirits Tavern March 14-15-16-17th, Saturday-Sunday-Monday for St. Patrick's Day & All Weekend Long FUN! Green Beer Booth, Guinness on tap too, and Irish Themed Food & Live Music all 4 dates! Sip, Dance, Dine, and stroll the Avenue!

ST. PATRICK'S WEEKEND in Bellevue!

LIVE MUSIC LINE-UP for March 14th, 15th, 16th, & 17th!

Join us Friday, Saturday, Sunday, & Monday (St. Patrick's Day) for a fun and festive weekend!

Three Spirits Tavern will have live music, tasty food, and drinks all weekend long! Bellevue will be hoppin’ EARLY!

Stay tuned for more details on the "Bellevue Bloody Bash" a Bloody Mary Hop happening Sunday!

Bellevue’s Schedule:

Tuesday, 3/11 – $10 Lunch Specials

Wednesday, 3/12 – Retail Deals & Coda Co. Reopening

Thursday, 3/13 – Free Appetizer/Lite Bite Happy Hours

Friday, 3/14 – Dinner Specials

Saturday, 3/15 – Bridging Back Fun for Everyone – Grand Finale! Enjoy specials at participating businesses, including restaurants, bars, and retail shops.

Sunday, 3/16 – New Riff Distilling Cocktail Contest Showdown | 4–7 PM

Don’t miss out on the final week of Bridging Back Business- shop, dine, and celebrate with us in Bellevue!

#FirstFriday in MARCH! Theme is the “SHAMROCK SHUFFLE”

Shamrock Shuffle Scavenger Hunt (must be 21 years old to play due to the nature of the prizes and task)

Date: First Friday March 7th

Time: 5-9pm

Location: Bellevue Entertainment District Fairfield Avenue

How It Works:
1. Participants pick up Shamrock Shuffle card/map at a Le Sorelle Boutique.

2. Visit participating businesses to complete tasks, challenges, or find hidden shamrocks.

3. Each completed stop earns a stamp on your shuffle card.

4. Once stops are completed, return to the Le Sorelle finish line to enter a prize drawing

Each “First Friday” of the month the shops and bars & restaurants get together to offer a fun themed night in our downtown historic business district & the BELLEVUE ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT! Along Fairfield Avenue!

“First Friday Beer Release: Hall & Goats” at Darkness Brewing!

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“Bridge Back Business” Initiative by the City of Bellevue and partnering with MeetNKY. Your favorite hot spots in Bellevue welcome you BACK now that the bridge has re-opened!!! Thursday, February 27th will be a Cocktail Contest! Each participating bar will have their own cocktail creations using New Riff rye! Visit your favorites spots and VOTE! See Bars Participating: Bellevue Vets, Tulum, Three Spirits Tavern, Darkness Brewing, Siam Orchid, Prost, Cork N Crust, Enson Harbor, MRBL, and Buckhead Mtn Grill. The winning bar in Bellevue moves on to the NEW RIFF COCKTAIL CONTEST between cities!!!

“Bridge Back Business” Initiative. Stay tuned for more details! Your favorite hot spots in Bellevue welcome you BACK now that the bridge has re-opened!!! Find deals all week long 2/25-03/01/2025 in BELLEVUE!! Tuesday, February 25th will be LUNCHEON SPECIALS! Wednesday, February 26th will be RETAIL SHOPS Specials! & Thursday, February 27th will be New Riff Cocktail Contest, & more to come!