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.
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Kirksville Day
Kirksville Community Center, Richmond, KY
Status: Updated 3/12/2025
September 27, 2026
Locust Grove Antiques Market - September
Locust Grove, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 2/20/2026
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Poage Landing Days
Downtown Street Festival, Ashland, KY
Status: Updated 8/19/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Marion County Country Ham Days
Main Street, Lebanon, KY
Status: Updated 3/12/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Morgan County Sorghum Festival
Downtown, West Liberty, KY
Status: Updated 9/6/2025
October 3, 2026
Wilmore Arts & Crafts Festival
335 East Main Street + Downtown Green, Wilmore, KY
Status: Updated 2/22/2026
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Kentucky Apple Festival
Downtown, Paintsville, KY
Status: Updated 7/2/2025
October 2 - 4, 2026
Saint James Court Art Show
Historic Old Louisville, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 2/21/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Sorghum Festival
Downtown, Springfield, KY
Status: Updated 9/17/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Carroll County Tobacco Festival
Downtown, Carrollton, KY
Status: Updated 9/17/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Kingdom Come Swappin' Meetin' Festival
Southeast KY CTC, Cumberland, KY
Status: Updated 2/28/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Cumberland Mountain Fall Festival
Downtown, Middlesboro, KY
Status: Updated 6/24/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Bittersweet Festival
Downtown, Mount Vernon, KY
Status: Updated 9/18/2025
October 3 - 4, 2026
Lincoln Days Celebration
Downtown, Creek Front Park, Hodgenville, KY
Status: Updated 4/14/2026
October 3 - 4, 2026
Henderson Lions Club Arts & Crafts Festival
John James Audubon State Park, Henderson, KY
Status: Updated 4/6/2026
October 2026 (dates not updated)
First Saturdays at Fayette Mall - October
Fayette Mall, Lexington, KY
Status: Updated 1/3/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Perryville Re-Enactment and Commemoration
Perryville Battlefield, Perryville, KY
Status: Updated 9/25/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Spencer County Octoberfest
Downtown, Taylorsville, KY
Status: Updated 6/17/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Edmonton Pumpkin Festival
Edmonton Public Square, Edmonton, KY
Status: Updated 6/17/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Kentucky Wool Festival
Festival grounds, Falmouth, KY
Status: Updated 6/24/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Saint Peter the Apostle Car/Bike Show
St. Andrew Academy Gym, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 9/9/2025
October 9 - 10, 2026
Hazel Day Celebration
Downtown, Hazel, KY
Status: Updated 1/13/2026
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Downtown Farmers' Market- October
Downtown, Paducah, KY
Status: Updated 3/8/2024
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Jenny Wiley Festival
Downtown, Prestonsburg, KY
Status: Updated 4/14/2025




















