Kentucky Fairs, Festivals & Art Shows
Kentucky Fairs, Festivals, Craft & Art Shows
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Kentucky Festivals, Art Shows in Kentucky, Music Festivals, Craft Fairs


Events in Kentucky in the next 3 months

 
Old Washington Festival
April 4, 2026

Old Washington Festival

Old Washington Historic District, Maysville, KY

Status: Updated 3/3/2026

There will be 1 stage with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass.
A Festival organized by Maysville-Mason County CVB.
This Kentucky Festival will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm.
Hillbilly Days Festival
April 16 - 18, 2026

Hillbilly Days Festival

Downtown, Pikeville, KY

Status: Updated 7/8/2025

There will be 3 stages with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, Christian, Country, Face Painting, Folk, Gospel, Rock and Tribute Band, and there will be other activities like vendors, parade, carnival, fireworks.
A Festival organized by Southeast Kentucky Chamber.
This Kentucky Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 100 food booths. There will be 3 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: vendors, parade, carnival, fireworks.
The Bluegrass Creative Society Art & Craft Show!
April 25, 2026

The Bluegrass Creative Society Art & Craft Show!

Nunnlea House, Louisville, KY

Status: Updated 3/24/2026

There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass, Blues, Christian, Folk, Old-time, Top Forty/Pop, Tribute Band and Variety.
A Craft Show organized by ArtSpark Productions.
This Kentucky Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm.
Hands Four Spring Dance
April 24 - 26, 2026

Hands Four Spring Dance

Russel Acton Folk Center & 128 N. Broadway, Berea, KY

Status: Updated 3/31/2026

There will be 1 stage with National talent. The entertainment will be Ethnic, Folk and Roots, and there will be other activities like dance and dance workshops.
A Festival organized by Berea Events.
This Kentucky Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with National talent and the hours will be Fri 6:30pm-11pm; Sat 10am-12:30am; Sun 9am-2:30pm. Admission tickets are $60 - $100. This event will also include dance and dance workshops.
Cherokee Triangle Art Fair
April 25 - 26, 2026

Cherokee Triangle Art Fair

Cherokee Triangle Neighborhood, Louisville, KY

Status: Updated 11/11/2025

There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun/Zydeco, Folk, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Rock, Salsa, Swing and Top Forty/Pop, and there will be other activities like children's activities - music, art tent, potter on site to help kids make pottery.
An Art Show organized by Cherokee Triangle Association.
This Kentucky Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 3-5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: children's activities - music, art tent, potter on site to help kids make pottery.
BBQ & Barrels
May 8 - 9, 2026

BBQ & Barrels

Second Street, Owensboro, KY

Status: Updated 3/2/2026

There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Beach, Bluegrass, Blues, Children's, Christian, Country, DJ/Dance/Techno, Folk, Gospel, Old-time, Reggae, Rock, Swing and Top Forty/Pop, and there will be other activities like mutton glutton party, back yard cook competition, carnival, 5k run, beer garden.
A Food Festival organized by International Bar-B-Q Festival INC.
This Kentucky Food Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm. This event will also include: mutton glutton party, back yard cook competition, carnival, 5k run, beer garden.
Bands on Barkley
May 16, 2026

Bands on Barkley

Kuttawa Beach, Kuttawa, KY

Status: Updated 1/14/2026

There will be 1 stage with National talent. The entertainment will be Rock and Tribute Band, and there will be other activities like free kayak rides all day.
A Festival Concert organized by Kuttawa Tourism Commission.
This Kentucky Festival Concert will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-10pm. This event will also include free kayak rides all day.
Springfest in Old Louisville
May 16, 2026

Springfest in Old Louisville

Toonerville Trolley Park, Louisville, KY

Status: Updated 3/26/2026

There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Children's, Country and Rock, and there will be other activities like live music, beer garden, kidzone activities.
A Craft Show organized by Toonerville Trolley Neighborhood Association.
This Kentucky Craft Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-7pm. This event will also include: live music, beer garden, kidzone activities.
Spring Into Summer Festival Salutes Fort Campbell
May 23 - 24, 2026

Spring Into Summer Festival Salutes Fort Campbell

Oak Grove War Memorial Walking Trail Park, Oak Grove, KY

Status: Updated 11/13/2025

There will be 3 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Children's and Country, and there will be other activities like carnival rides, games, parachute jumper show, drone show.
A Festival organized by Oak Grove Tourism Commission.
This Kentucky Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 3 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-9pm; Sun 12pm-6pm. This event will also include: carnival rides, games, parachute jumper show, drone show.
Portland Festival
June 5 - 6, 2026

Portland Festival

Northwestern Parkway - Street Event, Louisville, KY

Status: Updated 11/14/2025

There will be 2 stages with Local talent. The entertainment will be Country, Face Painting, R & B/Soul, Rock, Top Forty/Pop, Tribute Band and Variety, and there will be other activities like parade, rides, games, community stage.
A Festival organized by Portland Festival Inc.
This Kentucky Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-11pm; Sat 12pm-11pm. This event will also include: parade, rides, games, community stage.
Lexington Lions Club Bluegrass Fair
June 4 - 14, 2026

Lexington Lions Club Bluegrass Fair

Masterson Station Park, Lexington, KY

Status: Updated 3/3/2026

There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Rock and Top Forty/Pop.
A State Fair organized by Lexington Lions Club.
This Kentucky State Fair will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 5pm-11pm; Fri-Wed 3pm-11pm. Admission tickets are $6.
W. C. Handy Blues and Barbecue Festival
June 17 - 20, 2026

W. C. Handy Blues and Barbecue Festival

Audubon Mill Park, Henderson, KY

Status: Updated 3/30/2026

There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Blues and Cajun/Zydeco, and there will be other activities like street strut parade, taste of henderson bbq event, children's inflatable rides.
A Blues Festival organized by Henderson Music Preservation Society, Inc..
This Kentucky Blues Festival will have no exhibit booths and 20 food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Wed 5pm-10pm; Thu 4pm-9pm; Fri-Sat 12pm-10pm. This event will also include: street strut parade, taste of henderson bbq event, children's inflatable rides.
PlayThink
June 17 - 21, 2026

PlayThink

Barren River Magic, Edmonton, KY

Status: Updated 9/10/2025

There will be 2 stages with National talent. The entertainment will be Beach, Bluegrass, Children's, DJ/Dance/Techno, Electronic, Ethnic, Experimental, Folk, Funk, Jam, Reggae, Roots, Spoken Word, Variety and World.
A Festival organized by PlayThink.
This Kentucky Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National talent and the hours will be Wed 4pm-10pm; Thu-Sat 7am-10pm; Sun 7am-12pm. Admission tickets are $200 - $300.
Great American Brass Band Festival
June 25 - 27, 2026

Great American Brass Band Festival

Centre College, Danville, KY

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Americana, Cajun/Zydeco, Children's, Classical/Symphony, Folk, Funk, Jazz, Old-time, Ragtime, Swing, Variety and World, and there will be other activities like parade, 5k, yoga, gallery hop, concert.
A Music Festival organized by Great American Brass Band Festival.
This Kentucky Music Festival will have no exhibit booths and 17 food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 4pm-9pm; Fri 3pm-10pm; Sat 9am-11pm. This event will also include: parade, 5k, yoga, gallery hop, concert.
Kentucky Bands, Bourbon, & Wine Festival
July 25, 2026

Kentucky Bands, Bourbon, & Wine Festival

Oak Grove War Memorial Walking Trail Park, Oak Grove, KY

Status: Updated 11/13/2025

There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety.
A Wine-Beer Event organized by Oak Grove Tourism Commission.
This Kentucky Wine-Beer Event will have commercial/retail exhibitors and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 3pm-9pm.
Kentucky Shakespeare Festival in Central Park
May 27 - August 9, 2026

Kentucky Shakespeare Festival in Central Park

Central Park, Louisville, KY

Status: Updated 11/20/2025

There will be 1 stage with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Children's.
A Festival organized by Kentucky Shakespeare.
This Kentucky Festival will have no exhibit booths and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be .
Festival on the Lake
August 15, 2026

Festival on the Lake

AJ Jolly Park Stapleton Pavilion, Alexandria, KY

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like kids' activities.
A Festival organized by Campbell County Parks & Recreation.
This Kentucky Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 4pm-10:30pm. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include kids' activities.
Woodland Art Fair
August 15 - 16, 2026

Woodland Art Fair

Woodland Park, Lexington, KY

Status: Updated 1/20/2026

There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, Children's, Ethnic, Folk, Jam, Jazz, Latin, Old-time, Ragtime, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Roots, Salsa, Swing and Variety.
An Art Show organized by Lexington Art League.
This Kentucky Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 30 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm.
Kentucky State Fair
August 20 - 30, 2026

Kentucky State Fair

Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, KY

Status: Updated 2/25/2025

There will be 6 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Beach, Bluegrass, Blues, Christian, Country, DJ/Dance/Techno, Folk, Gospel, Jazz, Old-time, Rap/Hip-hop, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Rock, Swing and Top Forty/Pop, and there will be other activities like livestock, carnival midway, children's area.
A State Fair organized by Kentucky Exposition Center.
This Kentucky State Fair will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 6 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $4 - $10. This event will also include: livestock, carnival midway, children's area.
Monroe County Watermelon Festival
September 5, 2026

Monroe County Watermelon Festival

Downtown, Tompkinsville, KY

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like parade,craft/vendor fair, car show, contests, live music.
A Festival organized by Monroe County Watermelon Festival.
This Kentucky Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-9pm. This event will also include: parade,craft/vendor fair, car show, contests, live music.
Butterfly Festival
September 5, 2026

Butterfly Festival

Oak Grove War Memorial Walking Trail Park, Oak Grove, KY

Status: Updated 11/13/2025

There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Children's, Comedy, Magician and Variety, and there will be other activities like arts & crafts, kids' activities, butterfly exhibit, rides, games, live butterfly release.
A Festival organized by Oak Grove Tourism Commission.
This Kentucky Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and 8 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-4pm. This event will also include: arts & crafts, kids' activities, butterfly exhibit, rides, games, live butterfly release.
Shelbyville Fall Art & Craft Show!
September 5 - 6, 2026

Shelbyville Fall Art & Craft Show!

Shelby County Fair Grounds, Shelbyville, KY

Status: Updated 3/24/2026

There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Christian, Rock and Variety, and there will be other activities like petting zoo, face painters, lots of children's activities.
A Craft Show organized by ArtSpark Productions.
This Kentucky Craft Show will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 11am-4pm. This event will also include: petting zoo, face painters, lots of children's activities.
Bands & BBQ at the Point
September 11 - 12, 2026

Bands & BBQ at the Point

Point Park Pavilion, Carrollton, KY

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Country, Rock and Variety.
A Food Festival organized by Carroll County Tourism Commission.
This Kentucky Food Festival will have no exhibit booths and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat 11am-10pm.
Rotary Cow Days Festival
September 18 - 19, 2026

Rotary Cow Days Festival

City Square, Greensburg, KY

Status: Updated 1/14/2026

There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Christian, Country, Gospel, Old-time, Rock and Variety.
A Festival organized by Greensburg Rotary.
This Kentucky Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 18 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-8pm; Sat 8am-8pm.
Sun Valley Bluegrass Festival
September 19, 2026

Sun Valley Bluegrass Festival

AJ Jolly Park, Stapleton Pavilion, Alexandria, KY

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass.
A Bluegrass Festival organized by Campbell County Parks & Recreation.
This Kentucky Bluegrass Festival will have crafts exhibitors and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 4pm-10:30pm. Admission tickets are $5.
Casey County Apple Festival
September 24 - 26, 2026

Casey County Apple Festival

Downtown, Liberty, KY

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like parade, carnival, fireworks, antique cars, many others.
A Festival organized by Casey County Apple Festival.
This Kentucky Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts and flea market exhibitors, and 100 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 5pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 8am-11pm. This event will also include: parade, carnival, fireworks, antique cars, many others.
Live on the Lawn
September 26, 2026

Live on the Lawn

Silver Cliff Park, Kuttawa, KY

Status: Updated 1/14/2026

There will be 1 stage with National and Regional talent. The entertainment will be Rock, Tribute Band and Variety, and there will be other activities like oktoberfest, kayak races, glow in the dark kayaks, carnival rides.
A Music Festival organized by Kuttawa Tourism Commission.
This Kentucky Music Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 8 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National and Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 4pm-10pm. This event will also include: oktoberfest, kayak races, glow in the dark kayaks, carnival rides.
World Chicken Festival
September 24 - 27, 2026

World Chicken Festival

Main Street, London, KY

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

There will be 2 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass, Christian, Country, Gospel, Rock and Variety, and there will be other activities like contests, carnival rides, car show, midway games,5k run, karaoke, pageant.
A Food Festival organized by Laurel County Tourist Commission.
This Kentucky Food Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 2 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 5pm-11pm; Fri-Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 1pm-5pm. This event will also include: contests, carnival rides, car show, midway games,5k run, karaoke, pageant.
Wilmore Arts & Crafts Festival
October 3, 2026

Wilmore Arts & Crafts Festival

335 East Main Street + Downtown Green, Wilmore, KY

Status: Updated 2/22/2026

There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass, Folk and Variety, and there will be other activities like pony petting area/ caboose museum, farmers' market--no charge.
A Craft Show organized by City of Wilmore.
This Kentucky Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-5pm. This event will also include: pony petting area/ caboose museum, farmers' market--no charge.