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.
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Belknap Fall Festival
Historic Douglass Loop, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 10/2/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Forkland Heritage Festival and Revue
Community Center, Gravel Switch, KY
Status: Updated 9/9/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Trigg County Country Ham Festival
63 Main Street, Cadiz, KY
Status: Updated 3/11/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Downtown Days Festival
Downtown on the Public Square, Columbia, KY
Status: Updated 5/28/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Southwest Community Festival
Sun Valley Park, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 10/6/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Villa Madonna Academy PTAO Fall Craft Show
Villa Madonna Academy Gymnasium, Villa Hills, KY
Status: Updated 9/18/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Second Saturdays at Hamburg - October
Hamburg Pavillion, Lexington, KY
Status: Updated 3/11/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Turning of the Leaves Festival
Downtown, Augusta, KY
Status: Updated 10/5/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Logan County Tobacco and Heritage Festival
Carrico Park Square, Russellville, KY
Status: Updated 6/24/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Celebration of Traditional Music
Berea College, Berea, KY
Status: Updated 8/12/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Bardstown Arts, Crafts & Antiques Fair
Spalding Lawn and City Streets, Bardstown, KY
Status: Updated 3/10/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Foothills Festival
Town Square, Albany, KY
Status: Updated 6/17/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Glendale Crossing Festival
Main Street and Community Park, Glendale, KY
Status: Updated 10/14/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Smithland OctoberFest
Downtown, Smithland, KY
Status: Updated 10/14/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Saint Henry Craft Show
St. Henry's Athletic Complex, Florence, KY
Status: Updated 1/14/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Portland Christian School Fall Festival
Portland Christian Preschool, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 10/16/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Craft Fair at White Oak Pond Church
White Oak Pond Church, Richmond, KY
Status: Updated 7/7/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
The Scarefest
Central Bank Center, Lexington, KY
Status: Updated 10/14/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Big Bone Lick Salt Festival
Big Bone Lick State Park, Union, KY
Status: Updated 10/14/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Via Colori Street Painting Festival
Big Four Lawn - Louisville Waterfront, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 2/11/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Fall Artists Market
Kentucky Artisan Center, Berea, KY
Status: Updated 9/20/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
October Court Days
Downtown, Mount Sterling, KY
Status: Updated 2/21/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
La Grange Farmer's Market & Artisans - October
La Grange Springs Park Farmers' Market Pavilion, La Grange, KY
Status: Updated 6/3/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Downtown Saturday Market - October
Downtown Court Square, Murray, KY
Status: Updated 10/1/2025


























