Pi Phi's Guide to Louisville
Pi Beta Phi’s 75th Biennial Convention is a weekend you won’t want to miss—and it’s only a few months away! As we look forward to celebrating our sisterhood in Louisville, Kentucky, June 19-21, we’ve put together a guide for fun activities to do, restaurants to try and sites to see while you’re in town. Get excited to explore Louisville with your sisters!
ACTIVITIES
Churchill Downs
Famed for hosting the annual Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs is a must-see attraction in Louisville. Grab your derby hat to catch a live race or schedule a guided tour to visit the tracks. Be sure to visit the Kentucky Derby Museum on site to learn more about Louisville's renowned racing history!
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
Love baseball? Plan a trip to visit the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory with your sisters! Check out the exciting exhibits, take a factory tour and learn all about how they make the iconic Louisville Slugger baseball bats.
Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Welcome to Bourbon’s birthplace! As bourbon originated in Kentucky, a bourbon tasting experience can be a fun outing rich with history for those 21 and up. Book a tour and tasting with your sisters or plan a self-guided experience with some of the finest distilleries in Kentucky.
EATERIES
Lou Lou on Market
Located in the East Market District, Lou Lou on Market is a New Orleans–style fare restaurant with outdoor seating and live music—perfect for a fun night out with your sisters! With dishes like the crab bisque, creole short rib and beignets—as well as some vegetarian options—there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Photo from @loulouonmarket
The Café
Looking for a casual lunch spot? Check out The Café for great Southern style specialties. Named one of the “Must Try Breakfast and Brunch Around Louisville,” The Café serves up favorites like biscuits and gravy, shrimp and grits and classic sandwiches with a Kentucky twist.
Photo from @thecafelville
Heine Brothers Coffee – Main Street
Located within walking distance of the Galt House Hotel, Heine Brothers Coffee is the place to go for your morning (or afternoon) pick-me-up. Using 100% fair trade, organic coffee, be sure to try their iced Heine julep featuring mint and Kentucky Bourbon sugar added to their signature latte—perfect for a weekend in Louisville!
Photo from @heinebroscoffee
Convention is a unique celebration of sisterhood, heritage and Pi Phi Pride, and we hope to see you there! Mark your calendars now, start planning with your sisters and keep an eye out for registration opening soon! Learn more about Pi Beta Phi Convention here.
Published February 6, 2024