April 14 - 16 - 33 Rd Hillbilly Days, Pikeville - Hillbilly days improves each year as Shriners, the Pike County Chamber of Commerce, Pike County Government, City of Pikeville and local volunteers transform downtown Pikeville into one of the most unique festivals in the world!
606-432-5504 (8701)
May 7 - Kentucky Derby, Louisville - This is probably the most attended event in Kentucky. Churchill Downs (9161)
May 20- 22 - Battle of Sacramento history Civil War Reenactment, Sacramento -
(270) 781-6858 (8702)
May 27 - 29 - Kentucky Invitational High School Rodeo, Lexington - Kentucky Horse Park tickets include admission to the world renowned International Museum of the Horse, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the American Saddlebred Museum, a horse-drawn tour and equine presentations throughout the day.
(270) 389-0631 Kentucky Horse Park (9574)
May 27 - 30 - Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival, Pineville - Since the beginning of time, Spring has been perhaps the most relished of all seasons. Join us in Pineville, KY as we gather to celebrate the 81st Annual Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival, an event steeped in tradition, and suitably themed for 2011, "Awaken the Spring."
606-337-6103 (9162)
May 28 - Annual Llama & Alpaca Daze, Georgetown - This is your chance to lead a llama, get llama kisses and get all your llama questions answered. Numerous llama farms will showcase their animals from the babies to the stately studs. 859--234-2598 Scott County Park (9584)
May 29 - 31 - Kentucky Reggae Festival, Louisville - Fun for the whole family. (9163)
June 2 - 5 - 400 Mile Sale Across Kentucky, Bowling Green - This event was established to bring visitors off the interstates and back into the small town downtowns and communities. Antique and collectible shops are set up with longer hours and most feature special sales and bargains. 100's of yard sales are also set up all along the way. Special events are planned during the sale along with food vendors, music and much more. This is the 5th year of this "Shop-Til-U-Drop" experience. Don't miss it!
(270) 781-6858 Along Historic Highway 68 Bowling Green (8703)
June 7 - 11 - Marshall County A&I Fair, Benton -
(9164)
June 9 -12 - Festival of the Bluegrass, Georgetown - This Festival, now in its 38th year, brings together not only the finest bluegrass musicians in the country, but also a community of people who appreciate the music and each other. (859) 253-0806 (8260)
June 13 - 18 - Calloway County Fair, Murray -
270-293-2910 (9165)
June 15- 18 - 2011 Ichthus Festival, Wilmore - (859)858-3001 (8261)
June 16 - 25 - Shelby County Fair, Shelbyville - Fairgrounds (9166)
June 20 - 25 - Union County Fair, Sturgis -
(270) 333-4107 Union County Fair & Expo Center (9167)
June 21 - 25 - Kiwanis/Scott County Fair, Georgetown - Rides, games, horse shows, 4-H exhibits. Scott County Park, US 25 North.
502--863-0952 Scott County Community Park (9583)
June 25 - July 2 - Lawrenceburg Fair & Horse Show, Lawrenceburg -
Fairgrounds (9168)
June 30 - Annual Taste of Georgetown, Georgetown - Annual Taste of Georgetown Downtown Georgetown! A great opportunity to sample products from area restaurants, bakers, caterers & wineries. 502--863-5424 (9589)
July 4 - 9 - Lincoln County Fair, Stanford - (606) 365 3940 (9169)
July 7 - 16 - HARRISON COUNTY FAIR, Cynthiana - (859)234-1764 (8262)
July 8 - 10 - The Louisville Blues-n-Barbecue Festival, Louisville - The Louisville Blues-n-Barbecue Festival has been heating up mid-summer since 1998, offering you a chance to kick back and enjoy the intoxicating sounds of New Orleans and Memphis. Delicious barbecue and other entertainment.
502--583-0333 Louisville Water Tower (9586)
July 16 - 17 - Summertime Farm Fest, Georgetown - Summertime Farm Fest Celebration of the summer harvest of sweet corn, tomatoes, watermelons and more. Activities for the family - facepainting. Trike track, kids play area, hayrides.
502-863-3676 Bi-Water Farm (9581)
July 18 -23 - Franklin County Fair, Frankfort - Mark your calendar for fun now.
You won't want to miss this year's Fair! 502-223-4106 (8263)
July 22 - 30 - Madison County Fair & Horse Show, Richmond -
(859) 369-0005 (8704)
August 3 - 8 - Shelbyville Horse Show, Shelbyville - Catch the excitement! 502-633-7123 (8264)
September 3 -5 - Kentucky Bluegrass Music Festival, Louisville - Live bluegrass, food, drink, craft vendors and other entertainment!
502--583-0333 Louisville Water Tower (9580)
September 10 - Via Colori Street Painting Festival, Elizabethtown - Over 50 artists creating artwork right on the pavement of downtown E-town and North Main Street. There will be kids art educational area, car show, all day entertainment, art vendors, and food.
270-234-9236 (9578)
September 10 - October 31 - Annual Bi-Water Farm & Greenhouse Autumn Fest, Georgetown - (weekends) Autumn, farm harvest celebration of pumpkins, apples, and gourds. Lots of fun with Spooky Farmhouse, Bunnyville, sky high slide, paintball and mini-golf.
502--863-3676 (9588)
September 13 - 18 - The Kentucky Bourbon Festival, Bardstown - The Kentucky Bourbon Festival gives you 6 full days of smooth Bourbon, delicious food, and great entertainment, with a healthy dose of Kentucky hospitality thrown in for good measure. From black tie galas to historical tours, there is something for all ages and interests. It's a wonderful six-day event full of activities for the whole family.
800-638-4877 (9811)
September 23 -25 - Owensboro PumpkinFest, Owensboro - Sportscenter Complex (8705)
September 24 - 25 - Quest Farm Harvest Day, Georgetown - Quest Farm Harvest Day A fun weekend for the entire family. It is free! Food, hayrides, horseback riding, petting zoo, face painting, plus lots of music. 502--535-6064 (9582)
September 24 - The Bowling Green International Festival, Bowling Green - The festival is a traditional celebration that honors the heritage and diversity among our residents through music, dance, demonstrations, authentic foreign foods, edu-tainment activities, cultural displays and an international bazaar. (270) 904-6339 Circus Square Park (8265)
September 29-October 29 - Scott County Art League: Regional Art Show, Georgetown -
502--867-0060 Georgetown/Scott County Museum (9576)
September 29 - Firemans Chili Cook-off, Georgetown - Join in the fun and sample 27 different chilis. A great family night out for four under $20. Proceeds go to Toys for Tots for Georgetown/Scott County. 502--863-7835 Georgetown/Scott County Museum (9587)
September 30 - October 2 - Festival of the Horse, Georgetown - Celebrate the role of the horse to history of Scott County. Features exhibits, concessions, arts & crafts, carnival, and 5k run. Stage entertainment throughout the festival. 502--863-2547 Downtown Georgetown (9577)
September 30 - October 1 - Harvest and BBQ on Barkley, Kuttawa - 5-Free Concerts featuring nationally known country music songwriter-singer Jamie O'Neal.
(270)388-5300 Kuttawa Beach (9955)
October 14 - 16 - Reenactment of the Battle of Camp Wildcat - 146th Anniversary, London - Civil War reenactment of the original Battle of Camp Wildcat on October 21, 1861. Living history and battle - only the third weekend of October. 606--878-6900 Camp Wildcat (9585)
October 23 - Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, Lexington - 5k walk raises awareness & funds to fight breast cancer & provide hope to people facing the disease.
(859) 260-8350 (9925)
November 4 -7 - Rivers Edge Film Festival, Paducah - Celebrating our 6th year, the Rivers Edge International Film Festival is a four day event built around the showing of quality independent film from around the world. 270-441-7007 Maiden Alley Cinema (9575)
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The festival offers something for every member of the family. Long noted for the taste-tempting foods and great entertainment, the festival has grown to include activities geared to the young and old.