Kentucky Living

Tea In The Time of Liberty: An American 250 Commemorative Tea
2026-05-31 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Historic Arcadia Farm, 1720 Kentucky Highway 2141, Stanford
Honoring tea’s role in the history of Colonial America and Kentucky, this teatime celebration will feature recipes from the archives of Elmwood Inn and a talk by Bruce Richardson, the tea master for the Boston Tea Party Ships Museum.
The America 250 Tea Menu includes: benedictine tea sandwiches, country ham spread angel biscuits, cheddar cheese wafers, Elmwood Inn scones, Devonshire cream, butterscotch muffins, blueberry bars, Elmwood Inn lemon squares, and chocolate mocha cake.
This event will be held Sunday, May 31, from 2-4 p.m. at Historic Arcadia Farm. It is $50 to attend. Information and limited reservations available by emailing stasaphdar2023@gmail.com
Sponsored and hosted by the St. Asaph Chapter, NSDAR.

Taylor County Fair
2026-06-01 17:00 - 23:30, 2026-06-02 17:00 - 23:30 | Taylor County Fair Grounds, 1835 New Lebanon Road, Campbellsville
We are located at 1835 New Lebanon Road, on the outskirts of beautiful Campbellsville- Right here in the heart of the Bluegrass State of Kentucky!
The Taylor County Fair Association is a 501C 3 Non profit organization: All of our board members are volunteers who work diligently to provide our community and all who join us, with great family fun. And we do all of this for FREE!! All of our funds are used to produce each fair, for maintenance of our facilities and grounds, and for promotion and advertising. We lease our grounds from the American Legion.
The Taylor County Fair Association is a member of the Kentucky Association of Fairs & Shows. Our fair is planned and conducted according to the Kentucky Department of Agriculture regulations for the use of state funds.
We do our very best to provide a wide variety of entertainment: agriculture, sports events, talent showcases, beauty pageants and carnival midway; and don’t forget the food, all kinds of fair foods!
Don’t forget- The Best is Yet To Be! Lots of Memories, Food and FUN!

Waveland's Tea Tuesday
2026-06-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Waveland State Historic Site, 225 Waveland Museum Lane, Lexington, KY, United States
Waveland’s Tea Tuesday in June feels like the mansion has fully stepped into summer. Guests settle in at tables dressed simply and elegantly, with the kind of understated charm that lets the historic setting shine. Enjoy a three-course catered lunch and Elmwood Inn tea. Also includes a tour of the mansion by period dressed historical interpreters. Call the park for reservations.

Know & Glow
2026-06-02 17:30 - 21:00 | Western Kentucky Botanical Garden, 2731 West 2nd Street, Owensboro, KY, 42301, United States
Second Annual Know & Glow. Informational sessions about lighting bugs and other insects. Speakers from UK University, Lexington. Informational activities, face painting, food trucks & more!

Taylor County Fair
2026-06-03 17:00 - 23:30, 2026-06-04 17:00 - 23:30, 2026-06-05 17:00 - 23:30 | Taylor County Fairgrounds, 1835 New Lebanon Road, Campbellsville

400 Mile Sale
2026-06-04 05:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-05 05:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-06 05:00 - 17:00 | HWY 68, US Hwy 68, Campbellsville, KY, United States
A one-of-a-kind shopping adventure that stretches across communities along Historic Highway 68. Each year, thousands of bargain hunters and travelers explore miles of yard sales, antiques, handmade goods, and local treasures while enjoying the small-town charm and hospitality of Kentucky along the route.

Southland Jamboree
2026-06-04 19:00 - 20:30 | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St, Lexington, KY, United States
Free weekly bluegrass music concerts in Lexington, KY.
Thursday evenings 7pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day.
See website for band schedule each week. https://southlandjamboree.org

Brad Brown's Comedy Magic Show
2026-06-04 19:00 - 20:30 | The Madison Venue, 1404 N Main St., Williamstown
Fun, family-friendly comedy and magic presented weekly at The Madison Venue in Williamstown, Kentucky. Brad Brown’s performance is 75-minutes with no intermission. It is presented in an intimate venue where every seat has a great view.

Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo 2026
2026-06-04 19:00 - 2026-06-07 22:00 | Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville
May 15 – July 26, 2026
Thursdays – Sundays only
Enter from 7–10 p.m. nightly.
Route closes at 11:30 p.m.
This year’s festival debuts a new collection of handcrafted Chinese lantern displays, blending centuries-old artistry with imaginative design to create an unforgettable nighttime adventure. Journey through four immersive themed realms — Magical Forest, Magical Ocean, Pre-Historic Animals, and Wondrous Asia — each brought to life with vibrant color, larger-than-life sculptures, and intricate cultural craftsmanship. From glowing wildlife to mythic scenes inspired by global traditions, nearly every display you’ll encounter in 2026 is brand new. Tickets vary.

Antique tractor and machinery show
2026-06-05 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Pendleton County Fairgrounds, 320 Fairgrounds road, Falmouth, KY, 41040, United States
Display of tractors, hit and miss engines and old farm machinery with demonstrations. Antique cars and trucks welcome. Food and drinks available. lodging available. Will be parts and craft vendors on site. No fee to enter or show or sell. This is a trophy free event.

First Friday Street Fair + Car Show
2026-06-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Scottsville Historic District, Scottsville Square, Scottsville
First Fridays are a true Kentucky hometown experience! On the first Friday of each month (May through October) historic Downtown Scottsville transforms into a special marketplace featuring:
+ Food Trucks
+ Artisan Vendors
+ Live Entertainment
+ Classic Car Show
There’s fun for the entire family as we celebrate all things LOCAL and support small businesses!

Liberty Friday Night Cruisers Car Show
2026-06-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Liberty, Court House Sq., Liberty
Liberty Friday Night Cruisers comes to downtown Liberty around the Courthouse Square every first Friday of the month April-October! Vendors and cars will be covering the streets from 6-9 PM EST.
****Car & Vendor Registration is FREE & on-site, NO online or pre-registration. Do NOT message commenters requesting private messages

Lady Luck Circuit - 2026 KyQHA Horse Show
2026-06-05 19:00 - 22:00 | Central Kentucky Ag Expo Center, 678 S Wallace Wilkinson Blvd, Liberty
Who: Kentucky Quarter Horse Association (KYQHA) competitors, riders, and horse enthusiasts
What: The 2026 KYQHA Lady Luck Circuit, a multi-day Quarter Horse show featuring a full slate of classes including showmanship, halter, western pleasure, ranch riding, trail, reining, hunter under saddle, and youth and 4-H competitions.
When: June 5–7, 2026
• Friday begins at 7:00 PM ET
• Saturday and Sunday begin at 8:00 AM ET
Where: Casey County Ag Expo Center
678 S Wallace Wilkinson Blvd
Liberty, Kentucky
The event will bring riders from across the region to Liberty for three days of competition judged by Mike Carter (TN) and Pete McAlister (IN).

Light the Night 5K: Meade County
2026-06-05 19:00 - 23:00 | Buttermilk Falls Trailhead, River Road, Brandenburg
Meade County Edition- Race number TWO of the three-race series!
CASA of the Heartland will host race TWO the Light the Night 5K: Superhero Walk/Run Series on Friday, June 5, 2026, at Buttermilk Falls in Brandenburg. Our goal is to raise awareness for the most vulnerable children in our community—and use this night to pay tribute to our local heroes who protect and serve. This event is a celebration of those hometown heroes, and a chance for all of us to show up for kids who need someone in their corner.
And you still have one other chance to join us in the series
Grayson County — August 21, 2026
Working together across all three events, we’re aiming to provide every child victim in Hardin, Breckinridge, Grayson, LaRue, Hart and Meade counties with a CASA volunteer advocate—and hope for a better future.

The Play that Goes Wrong (June 5 -June 27)
2026-06-05 20:00 - 22:00 | Pioneer Playhouse, 840 Stanford Road, Danville, KY, United States
The Play that Goes Wrong
June 5 -June 27
By Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields
The smash hit on Broadway and London’s West End will make you keel over…with laughter! Part Monty Python, part Sherlock Holmes, this zany, award-winning comedy has become a global phenomenon, and this is the first professional production in Kentucky! Don’t miss a chance to die…laughing! Rated G

Run for Paws 5K
2026-06-06 08:00 - 11:00 | Madisonville City Park, 755 Park Ave, Madisonville, KY, 42431, United States
Attention: all animal lovers! Runners, walkers, and 4-legged friends of all ages are invited to Madisonville City Park for our first annual Hopkins County Humane Society RUN FOR THE PAWS 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run.
As a non-profit organization, The Hopkins County Humane Society relies on the generosity of our community and their donations throughout the year to continue our mission of helping animals in need.
Mark your calendars for June 6th and join us for a fun-filled day of running, walking, and wagging tails! All proceeds from the event will go directly to supporting the Hopkins County Humane Society and the animals in our care.
The event will take place at the Madisonville City Park. The Kids Fun Run will start at 8:00am and the 5k Run/Walk will start at 8:15am. This is a fun occasion for the whole family – strollers and four-legged family members are welcome, we ask that you start behind the runners, and please, clean up after your dog!
PLEASE NOTE, IN ORDER TO BE GUARANTEED A RACE T-SHIRT YOU MUST REGISTER BEFORE MAY 15TH.
PACKET PICK-UP WILL BE ON FRIDAY, JUNE 5TH, FROM 4PM-6PM, AND ON RACE MORNING FROM 7AM-8AM AT THE PLAYGROUND AREA AT THE CITY PARK. YOU MAY ALSO REGISTER AT THESE TIMES (cash only please!)
Parking is available in all designated parking areas.
Participants are encouraged to bring donations of dry soft, dog, puppy and cat food, blankets and cleaning supplies (bleach, dish soap, cleaning cloths, disinfecting wipes, etc.)
Prizes will be awarded to First Male and First Female in the following categories:
Overall 5k
Overall 5k Under 18
Overall 5k Over 40
First Dog 5k
First Stroller 5k
Medals to first boy and girl in the Kids Fun Run

Lawrenceburg Chicken Swap
2026-06-06 08:00 - 12:00 | Lawrenceburg Chicken Swap, 2240 US 127, Lawrenceburg
From April through October, the Lawrenceburg Chicken Swap brings poultry enthusiasts together for one of the best swaps in Central Kentucky. Held on the first, third, and fifth Saturday of the month, this popular gathering is the place to find a wide variety of chickens, ducks, turkeys, and other poultry, along with farm supplies and homesteading essentials. Whether you’re adding to your flock, browsing farm goods, or simply enjoying the lively atmosphere, the Lawrenceburg Chicken Swap is a unique experience for anyone !🐓

Lady Luck Circuit - 2026 KyQHA Horse Show
2026-06-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Central Ky Ag Expo Center, 678 Wallace Wilkinson Blvd, Liberty, KY 42539, Liberty

River Tin Street Rods 49th Annual Charity Car Show
2026-06-06 09:00 - 15:00 | South Side Paducah, 2900 Irvin Cobb Dr, Paducah Ky
A fundraiser for our local Disabled American Veterans featuring auto’s 50 years or older. $20 registration per car, donation for spectators. Trophies, cash prizes, door prizes, goody bags, food trucks, vendors, DJ music,

Day Out WithThomas
2026-06-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Kentucky Railway Museum, 136 S. Main Street, New Haven, KY, United States
Join Thomas the Tank Engine™, a full-sized operating locomotive, as he greets friends of all ages.

Schoolyard Winery's Farmers Market
2026-06-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Schoolyard Winery, 14923 Walton-Verona Road Verona, Kentucky 41092, Verona
A relaxed open-air market on the beautiful grounds of Schoolyard Winery in Verona, KY. Local farmers, youth entrepreneurs, artisans, and makers come together every week in a welcoming countryside atmosphere. Free to attend — wine and bourbon bar on site! Indoor option available in inclement weather.
Products: Fresh produce, plants, flowers, honey, eggs, handmade goods, baked goods, crafts
Contact: Chris — (859) 242-2087
schoolyardwinerysfarmersmarket@gmail.com
📅 Market Schedule:
Morning Only Market
🌄10:00 am – 1:00pm🌄
May 2nd
May 9th
May 23rd
May 30th
June 6th
June 13th
June 27th
July 11th
July 25th
August 1st
Aug 8-no market
August 22nd
August 29th
September 5th
September 12th
September26th
October 3rd
October 10th
October 24th
Evening Only Markets
🌌4pm-7pm🌌
May 16th
June 20th
July 18th
September 19th
October 17th
Specialty Shopping Extravaganzas!!!
Christmas-in-July Spectacular!
July 25th 1pm-5pm
Remembering Woodstock
August 15th 3pm-9pm
Ghouls N Goblins Trick-or-Treat/Halloween Party
October 31st-3pm-9pm
Small Business Saturday
November 21st-1pm-6pm

Art in the Garden
2026-06-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Art in the Garden, W. Riverside Drive, Augusta, KY, 41002, United States
Enjoy a Day in Augusta, where ART comes alive.
‘Art in the Garden’
Saturday, June 6th 2026
10am to 5pm
50+ Vendors of ART
Food Vendors & Bourbon & Music
Stay the weekend by booking a place: www.AugustaKy.gov/lodging
Make Reservations to Grab a Bite: www.AugustaKy.gov/Dining

8th Annual Car Cruise In Fundraiser for Love The Hungry
2026-06-06 11:00 - 15:00 | 8th Annual Fundraiser Car Cruise in, 4900 Waddy Road, Waddy, Ky
8th Annual Car Cruise In Fundraiser for Love The Hungry 11 – 3

Classic Car Cruise
2026-06-06 16:00 - 20:00 | Peddlers Mall, 400 Campbellsville Byp, Ste 3, Campbellsville
Join us for a fun filled event including: food trucks, outdoor vendors, music, door prizes, and all classic makes, models, and years.
