Bath County Farmer's Market open for the season
2026-07-19 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-26 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Bath County Extension Center, 2914 E Hwy 60, Owingsville
We have inside vendors selling unique woodwork, handmade soaps, delicious bakcd goods, farm-fresh eggs and more. Outside under the hoop farmers sell local produce in season. Something different every Saturday! Come on and visit often!

2026 Augusta Riverfest Fair
2026-07-19 11:00 - 22:00 | 2026 Augusta Riverfest Fair, E. Riverside Dr, Augusta
Enjoy a Full Family Weekend in Augusta, Kentucky
‘2026 Augusta Riverfest Fair’
July 15th – 19th
Pageants will kick off the event from Wednesday Evening to Friday Evening
Vendors, Food, Music, Exhibit Hall & much more will kick off Friday Evening to Sunday at 5pm

Sunday Seminar: Honey Bees
2026-07-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Mahr Park Arboretum, 465 Mahr Park Dr., Madisonville
📍 Event Barn A
Join us for a Sunday Seminar focused on the fascinating world of honey bees. Learn about the important role they play in pollination, agriculture, and ecosystems.
Guest speaker Erik Miller will share insights into honey bee behavior, hive life, and the wide variety of products that bees yield. Erik will also have products from Miller Ridge Bee Company available, allowing attendees to browse and purchase locally made bee-derived items.
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Huff's HaHa Club comedy show - Sunday Funnies
2026-07-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Brew Bridge brewery, 200 W 2nd St, Owensboro
Professional comic, Laurie Huff, is back and partnering with local brewery Brew Bridge for the next Huff’s HaHa Club comedy show on Sunday, July 19th, 2026 at 6 pm. Use promo code Local5 for discount tickets.
An Owensboro native, Laurie has performed nationally and internationally on tour. She’s happy to bring her wit and famously funny friends to her hometown. Her goal is to bring in nationally renowned talent and provide a platform for local comics.
The July 19th show will feature nationally touring comedian Will Abeles, up-and-coming Nashville comic Brinn Daniels, and regional comedic talent Justin Bradley. Enjoy Brew Bridge’s full menu of food, drinks, and in-house drafts available for purchase during the show.
Host Laurie Huff has performed on stage and screen in Chicago, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and internationally on tour. LA-based but Kentucky born and raised, Laurie is often seen on stage at Hollywood Improv, The Comedy Store, Flappers, Laugh Riot Girrrl Festival, and with headliners such as Caroline Rhea, Darrell Hammond and Tom Arnold, among others. Second City and Groundlings trained, she is excited to be using her comedy experience to do something semi-useful with stand-up!
Will Abeles is happy to add a stop in Owensboro, Ky during his current coast-to-coast national tour after topping the iTunes Comedy Charts twice with back-to-back albums, “Regrets of My Father” and “The Pride of Hagerstown”. His comedy special of the same name is out now on YouTube through FourbyThree Productions. His continued success this year includes multiple viral videos and national distribution of his taped appearances on LMAOF and OFTV.
Brinn Daniels is a rising star as a Nashville-based comedian and filmmaker. She has performed at Zanies, Don’t Tell Comedy, Nateland Live, and more, alongside some of the top nationally recognized comedians. She recently appeared on a live taping for KLOVE on Demand, is a producer with the Clean Comedy Collective, and is passionate about supporting comedy through her video work.
Justin Bradley is both a pastor and comedian. Originally from Owensboro, he now calls Cincinnati home and performs throughout the Midwest. He has been featured in the Best of the Fest Crosstown Comedy Festival and as a semi-finalist for Funniest Person Cincy. We’re happy to have him back in his hometown!
Use promo code Local5 for discount tickets at the link!

Sunday Laughs at TEN20
2026-07-19 19:00 - 20:30 | TEN20 Craft Brewery, 1020 E. Washington St., Louisville
Join Louisville Laughs on Sunday, July 19, for a standup comedy showcase.
Comics include Lucious Williams, Mike Nilsson, Donna Watts, Bonita Elery, Lena Beamish and Creig Ewing.
Come out for a night of laughs, craft beer and delicious food.

Level 1: Pottery Class
2026-07-20 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-07-20 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-07-23 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-07-23 17:30 - 19:30 | Makerspace Western Kentucky, 130 North Seminary St., Madisonville
Learn the basics of throwing on a wheel from Brian Scidmore of Cracked Up Pottery!
This introductory class is meant for beginners with no experience and will teach you the basics of throwing on a wheel and glazing with a focus on centering and opening as you make a low-profile dish/bowl.
All materials (including 5 lbs of clay) are included.
Session 1:
-introduction to the wheel and tools, types of clay, centering your piece, and basic techniques
-wear “play clothes”
-2 hours
Session 2:
-glazing your piece
-10-45 min
-date will be set during session 1 but will be within a week of session 1
3:30 – 5:30pm and/or 5:30-7:30pm class time (with additional clean-up time possible)
Makerspace, Pottery Room
130 N. Seminary St
Madisonville ,KY
No-shows forfeit the class fee. Participants, that have a conflict and give 24-hour notice, can get a “rain check” for another class of the same or lesser value to be used within 30 days.

Waveland's Tea Tuesday
2026-07-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Waveland State Historic Site, 225 Waveland Museum Lane, Lexington, KY, United States
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. Guests enjoy a three-course tea service, period dressed interpreters, and a guided mansion tour—all set within one of Kentucky’s most beloved historic homes. Call the park for reservations.

Boeing Boeing (July 21-August 8)
2026-07-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Pioneer Playhouse, 840 Stanford Road, Danville, KY, United States
Boeing Boeing
By Marc Camoletti
July 21-August 8
Back by popular demand! Bernard is a self-styled 1960’s Paris lothario with an Italian, German, and American fiancée—each a gorgeous airline stewardess with frequent “layovers.” Bernard keeps “one up, one down, and one pending”—until a visit from an American friend and unexpected schedule changes make for a bumpy (and hilarious) ride! A high-flying madcap comedy! Rated PG

Brad Brown's Comedy Magic Show
2026-07-23 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
2026-07-23 19:00 - 2026-07-26 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.

78th Annual Dawson Springs BBQ
2026-07-24 05:00 - 17:00 | Dawson Springs Community Center, 108 W. Keigan St., Dawson Springs
One of Hopkins County’s biggest annual festivals!
Friday 7/24
11 am-3 pm: Dine-in at Dawson Springs Community Center (or until sold out)
11 am-2 pm: Drive-thru service at Dawson Springs Community Center
6 pm-9 pm: Downtown street fair, live music by Instant Zeal, vendors, food trucks, beer garden, and old-fashioned fair games!
8:30 pm: Raffle drawing at the Square, Veterans Park
Fireworks to celebrate America’s 250th immediately following the drawing.
Saturday 7/25
7:30 am: 5k Race at Dawson Springs Community Center
8 am: Golf Scramble at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park
8 am- 12 pm: BBQ Car Show- Downtown Square

Heartland Yarn Adventure KY Shops (July 24 - August 2)
2026-07-24 10:00 - 18:00 | Heartland Yarn Adventure, 38.6417, -84.5675,, Kentucky, USA
Mark your calendars fiber fans!
The Heartland Yarn Adventure is back in 2026! The event spans 10 days, with 80+ independent yarn shops, and four states worth of beautiful fiber waiting to be discovered. From July 24th through August 2nd, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan are your fiber playground!
Nine incredible Kentucky shops are joining the fun — from alpaca farms to urban studios — spanning the state from Burlington to Lexington to Mount Sterling and beyond.
Copy/paste this link to find the Addresses, Days, Hours for each Kentucky shop listed below:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Cavo4FiZi/
Burlington, KY – Eagle Bend Yarn & Fiber Shoppe
Covington, KY – Stitch Yarn Studio
Dry Ridge, KY – 2 Point Farm Alpacas
La Grange, KY – Friends & Fiber
Lexington, KY – ReBelle
Louisville, KY- Louisville Fiber Supply
Mount Sterling, KY – Creative Twist Studio
Newport, KY – Knit On!
Prospect, KY – Over the Next Row Knits
Note: The hours listed in this calendar and the google map location are not specific to any one shop, so be sure to check the Heartland Yarn Adventure website for shop location and hours.
The best part? For just $5, you get a passport and a commemorative stitch marker that puts the whole adventure in your hands: a full shop directory, a log to collect a stamp at each stop, and a chance to win prizes when you turn your passport in at the end.
Grab a friend, map your route, and dive in. Just be sure to check the website for each shop’s hours before you head out — every location sets its own schedule.
For more information please visit the website:
https://heartlandyarnadventure.net/participatingshops
Your next favorite yarn shop is out there waiting. Happy crawling!
#heartlandyarnadventure
#heartlandyarnadventure2026
#yarnadventure
#yarncrawl
#yarnshops
#localyarnstores
#knitting
#crochet
#weaving
#fiberarts

Wide Open No Fear Rodeo
2026-07-24 20:00 - 23:00 | Wide Open No Fear Rodeo, 355 Ellis Road, Owenton
July 24 & 25, 2026
On February 10, 2019 we lost our cowboy, Wyatt Cole, in an auto accident at the age of 20. Wyatt began his rodeo career in kindergarten and rode until the day he passed. It’s our hope to honor his memory with a legacy of a scholarship fund.

TEK Center Open Enrollment
2026-07-25 05:00 - 17:00 | TEK Center, 72 S Church Street, Salyersville
TEK Center Open Enrollment is now underway!
Looking for a rewarding career in the skilled trades? TEK Center, a nonprofit trade school in Salyersville, Kentucky, is accepting applications for classes beginning August 31, 2026. Open Enrollment ends August 1, 2026.
Programs include Electrical, Welding, Heavy Equipment Operation, and Industrial Maintenance Mechanic. Students receive hands-on training using NCCER curriculum and can complete their program in just 10 months. Scholarships and WIOA funding may be available for eligible students.
Conveniently located in Salyersville, TEK Center serves students throughout Eastern Kentucky, including Wolfe County, and is approximately 35–40 minutes from Campton.
Learn more or apply today at www.tekcenterky.org or call TEK Center to schedule an enrollment appointment.

RUN FOR RECOVERY
2026-07-25 08:00 - 12:00 | KEENELAND RACE TRACK, 4201 VERSAILLES ROAD, LEXINGTON, KY
The Shepherd’s House is hosting the 27th Annual Run for Recovery 5K and Fun Walk. We are EXCITED to be BACK AT KEENELAND again in 2026 offering a live event. Again this year a VIRTUAL Run/Walk option will be available for those who prefer to participate remotely and still support the Shepherd’s House. The Shepherd’s House operates several Recovery Treatment Programs throughout Central Kentucky ranging from In-Patient, Intensive Out-Patient, Recovery Housing, Community Impact, Recovery Community Center, and Jail Substance Abuse Programs. All of our programs are highly structured programs that promote personal responsibility, accountability, and life skills to successfully live in recovery.
This fundraising event is a celebration of recovery and attracts both serious and recreational runners, walkers, and dogs. This event has something for everyone. Family friendly, pet friendly, and supports a great mission! We can’t wait to see you at Keeneland in July 2026! Join us in Celebrating Recovery in the Bluegrass!

Schoolyard Winery's Farmers Market
2026-07-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Schoolyard Winery, 14923 Walton-Verona Road, 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

Schoolyard Winery's Farmers Market
2026-07-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Schoolyard Winery, 14923 Walton-Verona Road, 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:
📞Gary: (859) 814-4126
📞 Jenny: (859) 803-6597
📞 Chris: (859) 242-2087
schoolyardwinerysfarmersmarket@gmail.com
veronawinery@gmail com
Schoolyard Winery
14923 Walton-Verona Road
Verona, Kentucky 41092
(across from the Verona post office)
📅 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 4th – No Market
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

Camp Graves Job, Education, & Community Resource Fair (2026)
2026-07-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Mayfield High School Gym, 700 Douthitt Street, Mayfield, KY 42066
This is an annual event that Camp Graves hosts that people of any age from around the West KY region can attend to look for job opportunities, find programs to help them further their education, or learn about resources that may be able to assists them with a variety of different needs.
We usually have around 45-55 vendors, and the event is located at the Mayfield High School gym, which is fairly central in Mayfield, KY and allows for people to walk to the event, should transportation be a barrier. It is also a great opportunity for businesses and organizations to make connections with each other. Lunch will be provided for Vendors!
For those interested in becoming a vendor, please check out our Google Form via the QR code on the flyer! For more questions, please email i.madding@campgraves.org.

Heartland Yarn Adventure KY Shops (July 24 – August 2)
2026-07-25 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-27 10:00 - 18:00 | Heartland Yarn Adventure, 38.6417, -84.5675,, Kentucky, USA
Mark your calendars fiber fans!
The Heartland Yarn Adventure is back in 2026! The event spans 10 days, with 80+ independent yarn shops, and four states worth of beautiful fiber waiting to be discovered. From July 24th through August 2nd, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan are your fiber playground!
Nine incredible Kentucky shops are joining the fun — from alpaca farms to urban studios — spanning the state from Burlington to Lexington to Mount Sterling and beyond.
❤️Copy/paste this link to find the Addresses, Days, Hours for each Kentucky shop listed below:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Cavo4FiZi/
Burlington, KY – Eagle Bend Yarn & Fiber Shoppe
Covington, KY – Stitch Yarn Studio
Dry Ridge, KY – 2 Point Farm Alpacas
La Grange, KY – Friends & Fiber
Lexington, KY – ReBelle
Louisville, KY- Louisville Fiber Supply
Mount Sterling, KY – Creative Twist Studio
Newport, KY – Knit On!
Prospect, KY – Over the Next Row Knits
❤️Note: The hours listed in this calendar and the google map location are not specific to any one shop, so be sure to check the Heartland Yarn Adventure website for shop location and hours.
The best part? For just $5, you get a passport and a commemorative stitch marker that puts the whole adventure in your hands: a full shop directory, a log to collect a stamp at each stop, and a chance to win prizes when you turn your passport in at the end.
Grab a friend, map your route, and dive in. Just be sure to check the website for each shop’s hours before you head out — every location sets its own schedule.
❤️For more information please visit the website:
https://heartlandyarnadventure.net/participatingshops
Your next favorite yarn shop is out there waiting. Happy crawling!
#heartlandyarnadventure
#heartlandyarnadventure2026
#yarnadventure
#yarncrawl
#yarnshops
#localyarnstores
#knitting
#crochet
#weaving
#fiberarts

Somernites Cruise Car Show and Cruise 10 Annual “Somernites Cruise Truckin Nationals” Showcase
2026-07-25 12:00 - 18:00 | Fountain Square, 50 Public Square, Somerset
Somernites Cruise Car Show and Cruise 10 Annual “Somernites Cruise Truckin Nationals” Showcase (LC 250) – Downtown Somerset, 12pm – Join us every 4th Saturday, April through October, in Somerset “The Car Cruise Capital of Kentucky” for Somernites Cruise. June will feature featuring the 10th Annual “Truckin’ Nationals Showcase” and the “4th Annual Young Guns” display. The drawing for the Raffle Truck will take place at this show. Enjoy a relaxed, family-oriented atmosphere throughout downtown Somerset. The “Show and Shine” portion of the event lasts from 12pm to 6pm. “Cruising the Strip” begins at 6 p.m. For info about Cruise activities visit www.somernitescruise.com or call 606-872-2277.

Western Kentucky Speedway Racing
2026-07-25 15:30 - 22:00 | Western Kentucky Speedway, 1245 Happy Lane, Madisonville
Join the Western Kentucky Speedway for a night racing fun.
Classes: 602 Crate Late Models, Street Stock, Factory Stock, Pure Stock, Mini Stock, Factory Stock, Economies & Bombers
Schedule:
3:30 pm – Pits Gates Open
4:30 pm – Grandstands Open
6:00 pm – Drivers Meeting
6:30 pm – Qualifying
Ticketing:
Pit Pass – Adult: $35/Ages 6-10: $20/5 & Under: Free
General Admission – Adult: $12/Ages 6-10: $10/5 & Under Free

Absolute Queen — Experience The Rhapsody
2026-07-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Badgett Playhouse, 1838 J H O'Bryan Ave, Grand Rivers KY, KY, 42045, United States
Fans of one of the greatest rock bands in history are invited to experience the music, energy, and spectacle of Queen when Absolute Queen takes the stage at Badgett Playhouse on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Delivering a high-energy tribute to Freddie Mercury and Queen’s legendary catalog, Absolute Queen recreates the excitement of a live Queen concert with stunning vocals, authentic costumes, incredible musicianship, and all the iconic hits audiences know and love.
From “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “We Will Rock You” to “Somebody to Love,” “Radio Ga Ga,” and “We Are the Champions,” fans can expect an unforgettable evening celebrating the timeless music that continues to inspire generations.
The award-winning tribute act has earned praise across the country for its authentic performances, capturing the sound, look, and theatrical flair that made Queen one of the most celebrated bands in rock history.
Whether you’re a lifelong Queen fan or discovering their music for the first time, Absolute Queen delivers a concert experience that celebrates the music, passion, and legacy of one of rock’s most iconic bands.

Heartland Yarn Adventure KY Shops (July 24 - August 2)
2026-07-26 10:00 - 18:00 | Heartland Yarn Adventure, 38.6417, -84.5675,, Kentucky, USA

Alchemizing Invasives-Free Style Basket Workshop
2026-07-26 12:00 - 15:00 | The Boathouse at River Row, 608 Hawkins Drive, Frankfort
Join Woods & Waters Land Trust for Alchemizing Invasives, a workshop series that introduces common invasive plants in Kentucky to community members, while offering creative solutions for how to use them. Over the course of 5 months, community members can learn from local artists how to make baskets, paints, papers, and more all while learning why invasive plant management is important for the health of our local ecosystem.
Workshop Schedule:
July 26th: Free-Style Baskets
August 16th: Wreaths
September 13th: Pigments
October 4th: Paintbrushes
Central Kentucky native plant seed packs will be provided for all who attend.

GeneralGeneral/Beginner Camp/Beginner Camp
2026-07-27 08:00 - 13:00 | Champagne Run, 5991 Old Richmond Rd, Lexington
Campers will learn all aspects of horsemanship including riding, grooming, stable and horse care, and show preparation. Daily riding will prepare campers for a “Campers Only” horse show on Friday of camp week. Parents and friends are welcome to Friday’s Show.
DATE & TIME
Jul 27, 2026, 8:00am to
Jul 31, 2026, 1:00pm
