WFPK Waterfront Wednesday

WFPK is my favorite radio station! Their generosity is amazing and I am extremely grateful I’ve had the opportunity to attend multiple Waterfront Wednesdays. It’s such a fun event. Last night’s show with Twin Limb, Maia Sharp & Anderson East just so happened to be one of my favorites. The weather was AWESOME, it wasn’t too crowded, the fans were happy, I won a pair of purple sunglasses from the Mercury Ballroom & my momma won tickets to Pink Droid! Woot Woot Woot!!!
I know sometimes the sound quality isn’t the best, and I do think the food is a bit overpriced. However it doesn’t keep me from coming back and supporting the local music scene along with the awesome out-​of-​towners who come and play for us. I’ve been a 91.9 sustaining member for several years now. I can’t think of a better way to spend $ 15 a month. Go Louisville!!! Once again you make me proud to be a proud Louisvillian.

By far one of my favorite things that the city of Louisville has to offer. In the few years that I have living here, I’ve only missed two or three Waterfront Wednesdays.
Starting with the location– always perfect. Waterfront Park is a beautiful spot and they set up the stage right by the walking bridge. I love that about the event because standing on the bridge to watch/​listen to the shows is great. You have a wonderful view of downtown, the Ohio River, the stage, and everyone at the concerts.
I do spend some time listening to WFPK, so I often recognize one or two of the acts they have. However even without knowing any of the bands I still go and would suggest to anyone else that they do the same. The atmosphere is what always brings me back. Everyone is having a great time hanging out and listening to live music. Some people bring chairs, blankets, etc. and sit further back. I like to be closer and dance (although not well by any means) so you might find me in the large crowd by the stage. If I’m not there, I love to stand on the bridge. It tends to be cooler and less crowded up there, too.
The vendors are great. There’s beer available (you can’t bring your own) and a bar as well. They have some food, ice cream, and other little booths as well for some of the sponsors and such. Yesterday I saw for the first time a group set up with silks and they were doing circ du soliel type tricks. I loved this and my friends and I stood there watching for quite a bit.
Waterfront Wednesday is something fun for people of basically any age. I see whole families here all the time and I think it’s a great way to spend a night out with friends, your children, significant other, etc. I mean, it’s free live music. Everyone loves free things, and WFPK does a terrific job with these events every summer.

This review is just for people who want to know what the food options are. I looked and couldn’t find before u came.
Corn dog
Burgers
Chicken burger
Grilled Portobello mushroom burger
Chicken or cheese quesadilla
Gyro with beef or chicken (not lamb)
Greek salad
Chicken tenders
Fries
Italian ice
Grater ice cream
Beer
Wine
Bbq– kimchi taco, pulled pork sandwich, bourbon chicken, brisket sandwich

I just wrote a long review on WFPK on their Unilocal page. I have all the time in the world for WFPK and for this event. It genuinely is as good as it gets. Free outside concert from some of the best, up and coming bands in the nation, What is not to like about this thing?
Parking is easy. Everyone just parks down by the Big Four Bridge. Easy enough. And it’s free parking.
I would suggest watching the weather and going when it is not cold and when it is not rainy. If you go when it is either cold and/​or rainy, you’ll be miserable.
Waterfront Wednesday is the best way to spend a nice, Spring/​Summer evening in this city.

Good music, good food, and plenty of beer! And there’s no cover charge! It’s FREE. Just grab a group of friends, a blanket to sit on, and you’re all set for an awesome Wednesday night. Waterfront Wednesdays are kid and pet friendly, though it does get a bit crowded, so keep that in mind. And if you enjoy people-​watching, you’ll have plenty to see!

I LOVE waterfront Wednesdays! They are one of my favorite free events Louisville puts on. The music is normally very eclectic and the vendors are very nice. I do wish there was more a variety for food, but overall I come for the music and beer. And on those aspects they are on point! Love that the concert series now has a trolley service sponsored by republic bank, which saved my legs from having to walk about 3 miles in high heels. Praise the lord! This first waterfront Wednesday was a great success, graters was there, as well as 502 winery! Plus the weather was great, a little windy, but there was a beautiful sunset which made for some great pics.

There are many reasons to love Lou. Waterfront Wednesday is at the top of my list (with bourbon and the great restaurants)! I doubt many people in other cities could fathom the awesomeness of this entirely free event! It’s crazy-​awesome to see upcoming bands and some local ones on the waterfront surrounded by friends on a gorgeous summer night!
I’ve been going for three years, and it really gets better every year. The beer and cocktail prices are reasonable. They have several vegetarian options for dining. And there’s Grater’s ice cream! It’s easy to see why they draw such a big crowd each month. If I have to miss a show because of prior obligations I’m always super sad because I know I’m missing out on a fabulous time.
The parking for WW this year is going to be tricky with construction on the Ohio River Bridges Project, so to help out the concert-​goers they hired trolleys! Top-​notch service! I am a member of public radio because it is so obvious that to put on shows like these and provide the best music and news to their listeners they need donations. I, for one, know how lucky we are to have the public radio stations we do and to attend these phenomenal FREE concerts each month!

We had such a fun night! My current favorite band for free?! Yes, please!
It was beautiful, the music was awesome– perfect evening.
Then the concert ended, and my car was missing. I had been towed! Called my friend’s dad who was there too, his car was missing also! They were cracking down this week. I wish there was some way to provide more parking for these events. I took a risk and parked a little over the yellow because my friend is 7 months pregnant, and I paid the price!
So, Unilocal friends– don’t risk it! You may have to walk a mile, but don’t go near the no parking areas, you will get towed.
It was still worth it. Lake Street Dive was incredible.

I cant wait until next Spring… I honestly couldn’t really hear the bands too well, because we were too far back. But I seem to always have an amazing time every time I have been… And they had more drink options this time, that was a big plus. Even though they were out of what I wanted by the time I got a chance to get it.

What a great experience! Got to see three amazing bands for free and the weather was perfect. There were a lot of people but it did not feel crowded which was good because you could walk around. There where food and drink stands and the prices were reasonable for this type of event. Highly recommend taking a blanket and/​or a folding chair. This was the last one but I will definitely return next year!

Always a good time, I mean free music, beer and decent food, if you are foolish enough not to eat before going down, what more could you want on a Wednesday evening.
I was not familiar with the bands before headin down there and though it was not really the «I hate everything, I want to kill everyone» kinda hard rock I listen to on most occasions, it was okay to listen to.
The weather in Louisville is always unpredictable. You expect hot, then you get that pop up thunderstorm like we had this evening, and it turned out to be one of the best WFW this year, as far as the weather goes, 75 with a slight breeze off the river, two thumbs up. With the rain, the crowd was down too, which meant shorter lines for beer, gotta love that.
Keep in kind it is a concert, so you are looking at $ 7.00 beers and the quesadilla I had was $ 8.00, but I am not complaining about it, just make sure to bring cash as I don’t think they accept plastic.

Waterfront Wednesday is wonderful. You can see great artists for free. It’s family friendly, but don’t bring your children if they are afraid of large crowds (because there are always a lot of people).
The drinks are a tiny bit pricy at the beer tents. $ 5 for a regular beer, $ 7 for a tall beer. That’s not going to break the bank though.
There is a great selection of foods to try from the many food trucks that are there. And they even has an ATM area.
A great time. Definitely worth checking out, no matter your age.

I love that you can listen to wonderful live music in a beautiful setting for free. Yep– FREE! Just take a blanket or some tailgating chairs and you are good to go.
Old 502 Winery has tastings during Waterfront Wednesdays for $ 1. I tasted four of my favorites and then ventured on to the craft beer. For $ 7 you can get a large domestic beer or a pint of craft deliciousness.
The crowd at the waterfront is diverse and entertaining. Young, old, hipsters, hippies, professionals and students. Singing, dancing, hula-​hooping or just relaxing and enjoying the smooth tunes coming from the stage. It is a good time for all.

What’s better than live music and beer on the river? Not much. Located beside the Louisville side of the Big Four Bridge, the last Wednesday of each month in the warmer months is Waterfront Wednesday. There are live local and non-​local bands, plenty of space for blankets or chairs (or you can stand and walk like I choose to do), plenty of port-​a-​pots and there are several vendors. The last one there were wine tastings, beer, food, ice cream, etc. It’s a great time.

Free, fun, good music, good times.
What more could you ask for?
Local bands AND national acts are featured.
Always a good time!