LOUISVILLE, Ky. - It is opening weekend of the Kentucky Derby Festival and here are some events you and your family can enjoy.

Saturday, April 13

Passport Brightside Community-wide cleanup  - Various locations throughout Louisville. All cleanup teams will receive bags and gloves. The first 5,000 volunteers will also get a free t-shirt.  Contact Lorri Roberts to participate

Saturday, April 13 through Saturday, April 20

Give A Day: Mayor's Week of Service - City-wide week of volunteering to help others.  Individuals, groups and companies can volunteer online. Agencies and organizations needing volunteers can request help on the website.

Saturday, April 13 through Sunday, April 28

Kentucky Derby Festival Volleyball Classic - For more information call  The Volleyball Connection/Tandem Sports 502-582-3530

  • Sand Division at Baxter Jacks - April 13 and 14 - 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. and April 27 and 28 - 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
  • Grass Divisions at Seneca Park at the Tennis Courts - April 27 and 28 - 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Learn more about Kentucky Derby Festival events here.