Bernheim Colorfest, Civil War Battles, Fiddlers’ Festival, Forkland Heritage Festival, And More

Fiddlers’ Festival
Get ready for some toe-tappin’ fun as fiddlers from across the United States get together October 22-23 in Renfro Valley to perform some of their favorite tunes. Fiddlers’ Festival will be held at the Renfro Valley Entertainment Center. Fiddlers and accompanists get in free; guests $12.32 Friday, $13.78 Saturday, two-day pass $23.32. Call (800) 765-7464 or go online to www.renfrovalley.com for more info.

Civil War re-enactments
Civil War buffs will want to attend the 148th Commemoration of the Battle of Perryville, October 2-3, at Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site, shown. Dedicated to the memory of the soldiers who fought in Kentucky’s largest Civil War battle, the event features numerous speakers, music, and battle re-enactments. Details at www.perryvillebattlefield.org. Also catch the Civil War Living History Weekend, October 23-24, at Lost River Cave and Valley in Bowling Green. For details, call (270) 393-0077 or go online to www.lostrivercave.com.

Celebrating Forkland’s heritage
The Forkland Heritage Festival and Revue, October 8-9, features historical exhibits, crafts, food, tours, live music, and a play written and performed by local talent. The festival supports the Forkland Community Center, 16479 Forkland Road, near Gravel Switch in Boyle County. Admission: $2 for adults, $1 for children; reservations needed for bean supper and play. Call (859) 332-7146 or visit www.forklandcomctr.org. See map on Web or call for directions.

Colorful Bernheim
Enjoy ColorFest, the annual fall festival at Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest in Clermont, Saturday and Sunday, October 16-17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nature’s fall colors come to life amid family fun, entertainment, great food, and hands-on experiences. Free for members and $5 per carload for nonmembers. For details, call (502) 955-8512 or go online to www.bernheim.org.

Kentucky Living Event Calendar brought to you by the Kentucky Department of Travel. For a complete listing of destinations, attractions, and events happening in your own back yard or throughout the entire state, visit KentuckyTourism.com.