Kentucky Festivals, Craft Shows, Specialty-Theme Events, Art Shows, Holiday Celebrations 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 223 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.
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Daniel Boone Pioneer Festival
Downtown Winchester, Winchester, KY
Status: Updated 3/11/2025
August - September 2026 (dates not updated)
Breathitt County Honey Festival
Downtown, Jackson, KY
Status: Updated 7/20/2025
August - September 2026 (dates not updated)
Grand Rivers Labor Day Weekend Arts & Crafts Festival
Little Lake Park, Grand Rivers, KY
Status: Updated 7/22/2025
September 5, 2026
Monroe County Watermelon Festival
Downtown, Tompkinsville, KY
Status: Updated 1/13/2026
September 5, 2026
Butterfly Festival
Oak Grove War Memorial Walking Trail Park, Oak Grove, KY
Status: Updated 11/13/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Fraley Festival of Traditional Music
Carter Caves State Park, Olive Hill, KY
Status: Updated 7/24/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Lawrence County Septemberfest
Downtown, Louisa, KY
Status: Updated 7/28/2025
September 5 - 6, 2026
Shelbyville Fall Art & Craft Show!
Shelby County Fair Grounds, Shelbyville, KY
Status: Updated 3/24/2026
September 2026 (dates not updated)
First Saturdays at Fayette Mall - September
Fayette Mall, Lexington, KY
Status: Updated 1/3/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Old Fashioned Day
Downtown, Walton, KY
Status: Updated 8/11/2025
September 4 - 7, 2026
Labor Day Spectacular Flea Market
KY Expo Center, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 1/14/2026
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Best of the Bluegrass
Downtown Georgetown, Georgetown, KY
Status: Updated 3/12/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Kentucky Bourbon Festival
Downtown/various venues, Bardstown, KY
Status: Updated 3/4/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Big Four Arts Festival
Big Four Bridge Lawn, Waterfront Park, Louisville, KY, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 7/10/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Trail of Tears Indian Pow Wow
Trail of Tears Park, Hopkinsville, KY
Status: Updated 7/10/2025
September 11 - 12, 2026
Bands & BBQ at the Point
Point Park Pavilion, Carrollton, KY
Status: Updated 1/13/2026
September 12, 2026
Handcrafted and Homespun Market
River Walk Carrollton, Carrollton, KY
Status: Updated 1/13/2026
July - September 2026 (dates not updated)
Art Through the Lens
Yeiser Art Center, Paducah, KY
Status: Updated 7/18/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Kentucky Kids Consignment Elizabethtown Fall
Bluegrass Sportsplex, Elizabethtown, KY
Status: Updated 8/5/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Hoptown Summer Salute Festival
Downtown Hopkinsville KY, Hopkinsville, KY
Status: Updated 1/29/2025
September 12 - 13, 2026
Trimble County Apple Festival
Courthouse Square, Bedford, KY
Status: Updated 4/12/2026
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Fool Moon Sisters Bazaar
National Corvette Museum, Bowling Green, KY
Status: Updated 4/8/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Second Saturdays at Hamburg - September
Hamburg Pavillion, Lexington, KY
Status: Updated 3/11/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Rolling Fork Iron Horse Festival
Downtown, New Haven, KY
Status: Updated 8/10/2025


















