Kentucky Festivals, Farmers Markets, Marketplace Expos, Music Festivals, Craft Shows 2026–2027.
When you visit Kentucky, you may think of hoops and horses. But, think again! There's more happening than basketball and the Derby. Kentucky is a state enriched with interesting history and heritage, music and arts, sports and outdoor activities. With over 222 Kentucky events, there always seems to be a fun festival or event celebrating something or somebody. The three biggest festivals in Kentucky are the Kentucky State Fair, Jeffersontown Gaslight Festival Arts and Crafts and Saint James Court Art Show. Scroll below to view the variety of culture, art, music and entertainment found at Kentucky Festivals.
Berea Craft Festival
July 10 - 12, 2026
visitberea.com/berea-craft-festival
(800) 598-5263
Indian Fort Theater - Berea, KY
The Berea Craft Festival welcomes over 100 artists and craftsmen along with great local food and a remarkable lineup of entertainers each year to the Historic Indian Fort Theater for a magical weekend in the mountains!
National Street Rod Association Women's World
August 6 - 9, 2026
nsrawomensworld.com
(405) 826-4488
Kentucky Fair & Expo - Louisville, KY
Women's World at the National event for the National Streetrod Association. In the women's area of this event, we have approximately 130 booths with a wide variety of products - clothing, arts and crafts, fudge and other packaged foods to sample, jewelry, name brand perfume, kitchen utensils, embroidered items and much more!
Nunnlea Craft Fair
September 26 - 27, 2026
eventeny.com/events/nunnlea-28776
(502) 641-1920
Nunnlea House - Louisville, KY
ArtSpark Productions is so incredibly honored to be producing the Nunnlea Craft Show! For over two decades, this remarkable event has been held on the grounds of the historic Nunnlea house, showcasing the exceptional talents of local artisans. The fair offers a unique opportunity to explore a wide array of handcrafted treasures, from exquisite jewelry and stunning artwork to beautifully crafted textiles and one-of-a-kind home goods. The Nunnlea Craft Fair truly embodies the spirit of creativity and community, and we encourage you to experience it for yourself!
Winterfair!
December 4 - 5, 2026
allpeoplesuu.com/community/connections/wint..
(502) 905-4408
All Peoples UU - Louisville, KY
WinterFair! presents over 70 artists in two church buildings (plus Bold & Cold artists outdoors!). All original handcrafted media including ceramics, wood, mixed media, fiber, photography, sculpture, glass, jewelry. NEW Artists: Two Jury Sessions: Summer Early Bird: deadline 7-1-26 Fall Final Jury: deadline: 8-31-26 See instructions on requirements to Jury on the website listed above. Food, including vegetarian, soups, chili, jumbo hot dogs and homemade desserts. Art raffle supporting a worthy local charity.
May 21 - 24, 2026
Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival
Bell Co. Gymnasium & Downtown Courthouse Square, Pineville, KY
Status: Updated 5/8/2026
May 23 - 24, 2026
Kentucky Dam Village Arts and Crafts Festival
KY Dam Village State Resort Park, Gilbertsville, KY
Status: Updated 4/26/2026
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
May 22 - 25, 2026
KY Flea Market Memorial Day Spectacular
KY Expo Center, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 1/14/2026
May 2 - 30, 2026
Downtown Saturday Market - May
Downtown Court Square, Murray, KY
Status: Updated 4/7/2026
May 2 - 30, 2026
La Grange Farmer's Market & Artisans - May
La Grange Springs Park Farmers' Market Pavilion, La Grange, KY
Status: Updated 4/9/2026
May 2 - 30, 2026
Downtown Farmers' Market - May
Downtown, Paducah, KY
Status: Updated 4/10/2026
June 5 - 6, 2026
Portland Festival
Northwestern Parkway - Street Event, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 11/14/2025
June 4 - 7, 2026
400 Mile Sale Across KY's Historic Hwy 68
Various Locations, Bowling Green, KY
Status: Updated 5/20/2026
June 4 - 7, 2026
400 Mile Sale - Antiques, Collectibles and Stuff
Maysville through to Paducah, Bowling Green, KY
Status: Updated 5/22/2026
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Art in the Garden
Banks of the Ohio River, Augusta, KY
Status: Updated 4/8/2025
June 4 - 14, 2026
Lexington Lions Club Bluegrass Fair
Masterson Station Park, Lexington, KY
Status: Updated 3/3/2026
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Kentucky Wine & Vine Fest
100 Park Drive, Nicholasville, KY
Status: Updated 4/29/2025
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Arts on the Green Fine Arts and Craft Festival
The Maples Park, Crestwood, KY
Status: Updated 4/24/2025
June 17 - 20, 2026
W. C. Handy Blues and Barbecue Festival
Audubon Mill Park, Henderson, KY
Status: Updated 3/30/2026
June 20, 2026
Summer Creative Market
Hamburg Pavilion, Lexington, KY
Status: Updated 4/15/2026
June 17 - 21, 2026
PlayThink
Barren River Magic, Edmonton, KY
Status: Updated 9/10/2025
June 25 - 27, 2026
Great American Brass Band Festival
Centre College, Danville, KY
Status: Updated 1/13/2026
June 2026 (dates not updated)
La Grange Farmer's Market & Artisans - June
La Grange Springs Park Farmers' Market Pavilion, La Grange, KY
Status: Updated 4/10/2025
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Downtown Saturday Market - June
Downtown Court Square, Murray, KY
Status: Updated 4/14/2025
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Downtown Farmers' Market - June
Downtown, Paducah, KY
Status: Updated 4/11/2025
June 2026 (dates not updated)
ROMP
Yellow Creek Park, Owensboro, KY
Status: Updated 4/4/2025
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Thunder Over Big Woods
Big Woods Recreational Corporation, Wellington, KY
Status: Updated 5/27/2025
June 28, 2026
Locust Grove Antiques Market - June
Locust Grove, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 2/20/2026










