Welcome to Best of Lexington presented by The Front Porch
We live, shop, eat, and play in the beautiful Bluegrass State and we wouldn’t have it any other way. In celebration of our great communities, Lexington Herald Leader is revamping the Reader’s Choice and once again presenting the 2025 Best of Lexington. This contest is truly designed to engage the community in celebrating the places, restaurants and local businesses we love.
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In 2024, Best of Lexington had over 3,200 businesses, organizations, and individuals competing to be named in the top three spots of 229 categories. More than 286,000 votes were cast, an amazing response in our third year and a testament to how customers, fans, and friends feel about their favorite local businesses and the pride they have for Lexington.
Best of Lexington Promotions
Best of Lexington will have strong support from Kentucky.com, BestofLexingtonKentucky.com, Lexington Herald-Leader Newspaper and social media. Nominations and voting are driven by print, digital and social promotions.
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Kentucky.com Digital Display
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Lexington Herald-Leader Newspaper Ads
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Organic Social Media
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Paid Social Media
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Paid Targeted Eblast
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Eblast to Kentucky.com Subscribers
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Kentucky.com Home Page Takeovers
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Ad Network Digital Display
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Lexington Herald Leader will put over $150,000 in marketing support promoting Best of Lexington, driving participation and ensuring success for the community and local businesses.
How does it work?
We invite our audience to nominate outstanding establishments and professionals in Lexington. Once our nominations are taken, we will move them to a ballot for official voting. All nominations and voting will be done online at VoteLexington.com.
Request your complimentary asset kit that includes badges ready to be incorporated into your social media posts, website, and emails during the contest to encourage voting and engage your audience!