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Kentucky Festivals, Craft Shows, Marketplace Expos, Family & Kids Festivals 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.

Featured Events

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!

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!

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!

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.

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Fairs & Festivals in Kentucky 2026–2027

September 5 - 6, 2026

Daniel Boone Pioneer Festival

Downtown Winchester, Winchester, KY

Status: Updated 6/9/2026

This Kentucky Festival will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm.
First Saturdays at Fayette Mall - September
September 2026 (dates not updated)

First Saturdays at Fayette Mall - September

Fayette Mall, Lexington, KY

Status: Updated 1/3/2025

This Kentucky Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
Old Fashioned Day
September 2026 (dates not updated)

Old Fashioned Day

Downtown, Walton, KY

Status: Updated 8/11/2025

This Kentucky Festival will have crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and 50 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-10pm. This event will also include: kids area, petting zoo, magic show, fireworks.
September 4 - 7, 2026

Labor Day Spectacular Flea Market

KY Expo Center, Louisville, KY

Status: Updated 1/14/2026

This Kentucky Flea Market will have flea market exhibitors and no food booths.
Best of the Bluegrass
September 2026 (dates not updated)

Best of the Bluegrass

Downtown Georgetown, Georgetown, KY

Status: Updated 3/12/2025

This Kentucky Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 22 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 11am-10pm; Sun 11am-5pm. This event will also include: chili cook-off, parade, corn hole tournament, amusement rides.
Trail of Tears Indian Pow Wow
September 2026 (dates not updated)

Trail of Tears Indian Pow Wow

Trail of Tears Park, Hopkinsville, KY

Status: Updated 7/10/2025

This Kentucky Pow Wow will have crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and 15 food booths. Admission tickets are $5 - $10.
September 11 - 12, 2026

Bands & BBQ at the Point

Point Park Pavilion, Carrollton, KY

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

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.
September 12, 2026

Handcrafted and Homespun Market

River Walk Carrollton, Carrollton, KY

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

This Kentucky Traditional Craft-Folk Event will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include held in conjunction with bands and bbq at the point.
Art Through the Lens
July - September 2026 (dates not updated)

Art Through the Lens

Yeiser Art Center, Paducah, KY

Status: Updated 7/18/2025

This Kentucky Gallery-Exhibition Event will have fine art exhibitors and no food booths.
September 10 - 13, 2026

Kentucky Bourbon Festival

Downtown/various venues, Bardstown, KY

Status: Updated 5/29/2026

This Kentucky Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 15 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National and Regional talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $95 - $180. This event will also include: tasting, gala, barrel relay races, golf tournment, various events.
Kentucky Kids Consignment Elizabethtown Fall
September 2026 (dates not updated)

Kentucky Kids Consignment Elizabethtown Fall

Bluegrass Sportsplex, Elizabethtown, KY

Status: Updated 8/5/2025

This Kentucky Flea Market will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5 - $20. This event will also include shopping.
Hoptown Summer Salute Festival
September 2026 (dates not updated)

Hoptown Summer Salute Festival

Downtown Hopkinsville KY, Hopkinsville, KY

Status: Updated 1/29/2025

This Kentucky Food Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 25 food booths. There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri-Sat 11am-10pm. This event will also include free bouncers for children further information soon.
September 12 - 13, 2026

Big Four Arts Festival

Big Four Bridge Lawn, Waterfront Park, Louisville, KY, Louisville, KY

Status: Updated 5/6/2026

This Kentucky Festival 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-7pm; Sun 10am-5pm. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include: children's activities, emerging artist.
September 12 - 13, 2026

Trimble County Apple Festival

Courthouse Square, Bedford, KY

Status: Updated 4/12/2026

This Kentucky Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 12pm-5pm. This event will also include: apple pie contest, quilt display, children's crafts, full live music schedule daily.
Fool Moon Sisters Bazaar
September 2026 (dates not updated)

Fool Moon Sisters Bazaar

National Corvette Museum, Bowling Green, KY

Status: Updated 4/8/2025

This Kentucky Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-7pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $20.
Second Saturdays at Hamburg - September
September 2026 (dates not updated)

Second Saturdays at Hamburg - September

Hamburg Pavillion, Lexington, KY

Status: Updated 3/11/2025

This Kentucky Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
Rolling Fork Iron Horse Festival
September 2026 (dates not updated)

Rolling Fork Iron Horse Festival

Downtown, New Haven, KY

Status: Updated 8/10/2025

This Kentucky Festival will have crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 8:30am-10pm.
September 18 - 19, 2026

Rotary Cow Days Festival

City Square, Greensburg, KY

Status: Updated 1/14/2026

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.
September 19, 2026

Sun Valley Bluegrass Festival

AJ Jolly Park, Stapleton Pavilion, Alexandria, KY

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

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.
September 10 - 20, 2026

Jeffersontown Gaslight Festival Arts and Crafts

Gaslight Square, Jeffersontown, KY

Status: Updated 5/28/2026

This Kentucky Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and closed food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: balloon glow, parade, 5k, golf scramble, motorcycle rally, car show.
Poppy Mountain Music Festival
September 2026 (dates not updated)

Poppy Mountain Music Festival

Poppy Mountain, Morehead, KY

Status: Updated 8/10/2025

This Kentucky Bluegrass Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri-Sat 5pm-12 midnight; Sun-Thu 12pm-12 midnight. Admission tickets are $20 - $400.
Banana Festival
September 2026 (dates not updated)

Banana Festival

Unity Park and Pontotoc Park, Fulton, KY

Status: Updated 8/10/2025

This Kentucky Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 8am-8pm; Sun 9am-10pm; Mon 7pm-9pm; Tue-Wed 5pm-9pm; Thu 4pm-10pm; Fri 8am-10:30pm.
West Point River Days Festival
September 2026 (dates not updated)

West Point River Days Festival

West Point Veterans Park, West Point, KY

Status: Updated 3/14/2025

This Kentucky Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu-Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat 12pm-10pm.
Clarkson Honeyfest
September 2026 (dates not updated)

Clarkson Honeyfest

Downtown Clarkson, Clarkson, KY

Status: Updated 8/11/2025

This Kentucky Specialty-Theme Event will have commercial/retail and crafts exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 2pm-10pm; Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm.