Upcoming Events
Featured Events
Mother’s Day Weekend Event at Wendt’s Wildlife Adventure
Carlisle,
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Mom's get in FREE ALL WEEKEND here at Wendt's Wildlife Adventure! Treat her to Tolentino's Food Truck or a hand dipped ice cream at Cookie's Cafe! Come see the new animals, treat her to a special Animal Experience, or just […]
2026 Fountain Run BBQ Festival
Fountain Run, KY,
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Come experience the charm of small-town fun in Fountain Run on May 15th–16th, 2026! Enjoy mouthwatering BBQ, live music, local vendors, exciting kids’ activities, and so much more. Bring your family and friends for two days of great food, entertainment, […]
Victorian Calling Card Workshop
Lexington, KY United States
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Join the Waveland staff for a cup of tea and a treat while you learn about the fascinating history of calling cards. Afterwards, make your own Victorian inspired calling card to take home.
George Rogers Clark: Service, Hardship, and Legacy in the Early American West
Shelbyville, 40065 United States
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Leading a Virginia State military force during the Revolutionary War, George Rogers Clark (1752 – 1818) secured a region West of the Appalachian Mountains from British control for the United States. Despite this early success, Clark’s later life was marred […]
An Evening with Abraham Lincoln
Gravel Switch, KY United States
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Come to the Forkland Community Center on Saturday, April 25 and spend an Evening with Abraham Lincoln as part of the series of events being held in Boyle County to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. Award-winning Lincoln presenter Jacob Truax will […]
Bringing America 250 to the WILD about Shelbyville Arts & Music Festival
Shelbyville,
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The Shelby County Historical Society will be taking part in the 2026 WILD about Shelbyville Arts & Music Festival on Saturday, May 9th from 11 am – 2 pm with special demonstrations from the SAR (Sons of the American Revolution), […]
McDowell Night at the Norton Center
Danville, KY United States
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This special evening will include a chautauqua performance highlighting the significant impact of early American statesman and Revolutionary War officer Samuel McDowell, known as the “Son of Virginia, Father of Kentucky.” McDowell presided over nine of the 10 constitutional conventions […]
Waveland’s Tea Tuesday
Lexington, KY United States
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Imagine stepping through Waveland’s front door on a quiet Tuesday afternoon. The house feels unhurried. China clinks softly, tea steam curls upward, and the long windows let in that particular Kentucky light that makes everything glow just a little warmer. […]
A French Marquis in the New World: Lafayette and the American Revolution
Shelbyville,
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When Lafayette offered his sincere support for the American cause, he set the stage for a French alliance. He set sail for America in early 1777 and proceeded to General Washington’s camp. The two stuck up a friendship: Lafayette admired […]
2026 Night at the Frazier
Louisville,
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Night at the Frazier returns May 15, 2026, as a star-spangled gala celebrating Red, White & Bluegrass in honor of America’s 250th anniversary! This signature annual event invites our community to gather for an unforgettable evening at the Frazier Kentucky […]
Madisonville Salutes
Madisonville, KY 42431 United States
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Madisonville Salutes 2026 is a day to honor, reflect, and connect. Madisonville City Park will be filled with military displays, first responder units, vendors, and the unwavering spirit of service that binds us all. This patriotic, family-friendly celebration honors our […]
The Beattyville Appalachian Memories Festival
Beattyville,
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The Beattyville Appalachian Memories Festival (BAM) celebrates the people, stories, skills, and traditions that shaped Appalachian life. Held in historic downtown Beattyville, at the confluence of the North and South Forks of the Kentucky River, this festival honors generations of […]
