Louisville libraries are seriously awesome — and storytime is one of the best things they offer for little ones! Reading with your child from a young age helps develop a lifelong love of books. Plus, library storytimes are more than just reading — they’re full of songs, rhymes, bubbles, and fun.
As a parent, I love the structure and the chance for my kiddo to play and make friends, without me needing to plan a thing. Libraries are also safe, welcoming spaces where kids can learn, grow, and explore.
📅 Check out our list of recurring Storytimes for Louisville Central & SW below!
We’ve made it easy to find a storytime near you that fits your family’s schedule.
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Louisville Central Storytimes
📚 Highlands-Shelby Park Library
- Baby Storytime – Thursdays, 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
- Toddler/Pre-K Combined Storytime – Thursdays, 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
📚 Bon Air Library
- Combined Storytime — Mondays, 7:00–7:30 PM
- Baby Storytime — Thursdays, 9:30–10:15 AM
- Toddler Storytime — Thursdays, 9:30–10:15 AM
- Preschool Storytime — Thursdays, 10:30–11:15 AM
📚 South Central Regional Library
- Baby Storytime – Mondays, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
- Toddler Storytime – Wednesdays, 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
- Preschool Storytime – Wednesdays, 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Louisville SW Storytimes
📍 Iroquois Library
601 W Woodlawn Ave, Louisville, KY 40215
- Baby Storytime — Mondays, 10:15–11:00 AM
- Baby Storytime — Mondays, 11:15 AM–12:00 PM
- Preschool Storytime — Wednesdays, 10:15–11:00 AM
- Toddler Storytime — Wednesdays, 11:15 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Parkland Library
2743 Virginia Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
- Baby/Toddler Storytime – Mondays, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
- Preschool Storytime – Mondays, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Family Storytime – Wednesdays, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Toddler Storytime – Fridays, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM (bi-weekly)
- Preschool Storytime – Fridays, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM (bi-weekly)
📍 Western Library
604 S 10th St, Louisville, KY 40203
- Family Storytime — Mondays, 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Main Library (Downtown)
301 York St, Louisville, KY 40203
- Preschool Storytime – Wednesdays, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Baby Storytime – Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
- Toddler Storytime – Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
📍 Shawnee Library
3912 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211
- Preschool Storytime — Wednesdays, 10:30–11:30 AM
📍 Southwest Regional Library
9725 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY 40272
- Baby Storytime – Wednesdays, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Toddler Storytime – Wednesdays, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Preschool Storytime – Wednesdays, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Shively Library
3920 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY 40216
- Combination Storytime – Thursdays, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Fairdale Library
10620 W Manslick Rd, Fairdale, KY 40118
- Family Storytime – Wednesdays, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
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