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)
Girls Day Out Owensboro Fall
Owensboro Convention Center, Owensboro, KY
Status: Updated 8/21/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Arts and Crafts Day in Pewee Valley-Saint Aloysius
St Aloysius Catholic School, Pewee Valley, KY
Status: Updated 8/16/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Fall Festival and Car Cruise-In
Jack Kain Ford Dealership, Versailles, KY
Status: Updated 9/2/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Lee County Woolly Worm Festival
Downtown, Beattyville, KY
Status: Updated 3/10/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
First Saturdays at Fayette Mall - November
Fayette Mall, Lexington, KY
Status: Updated 1/3/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Vets 'N Vettes
National Corvette Museum, Bowling Green, KY
Status: Updated 11/3/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Elizabethtown Holiday Market Place Arts & Crafts Show
Pritchard Community Center, Elizabethtown, KY
Status: Updated 11/5/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Christmas Gathering at Kirksville Craft & Vendor Show
Kirksville Community Center, Richmond, KY
Status: Updated 3/12/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Keepsake Christmas Craft Show
Liberty Hall, Edgewood, KY
Status: Updated 7/28/2025
November 14, 2026
Jinglefest!
St. Athanasius Parish Hall, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 12/5/2025
November 14, 2026
Cooper High School Arts & Craft Fair
Randall K Cooper High School, Union, KY
Status: Updated 2/14/2026
November 13 - 15, 2026
Kraftucky Arts & Crafts Expo
Owensboro Convention Center, Owensboro, KY
Status: Updated 4/14/2026
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Christmas Open House, the Art Village
Versailles Downtown Market & Entertainment District, Versailles, KY
Status: Updated 11/8/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Churchill's Fall Artisan Market
Churchill's, Berea, KY
Status: Updated 11/9/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Girls Day Out Bowling Green Fall
Knicely Conference Center, Bowling Green, KY
Status: Updated 9/5/2024
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Holly Jolly Market
River Ridge Elementary, Villa Hills, KY
Status: Updated 11/1/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Sheltowee Art Fair
The Center for Rural Development, Somerset, KY
Status: Updated 11/11/2025
November 21, 2026
Once Upon a Christmas Gift Show
The Shelbyville Conference & Welcome Center, Shelbyville, KY
Status: Updated 12/5/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Ryle Craft Show
Ryle High School, Union, KY
Status: Updated 11/13/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Appalachian Holiday Arts & Crafts Market
Laughlin Health Building, Morehead, KY
Status: Updated 11/14/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Green River Arts and Crafts Festival
Taylor County High School, Campbellsville, KY
Status: Updated 11/8/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Louisville Male Winter Wonderland Craft Show
Louisville Male High School, Louisville, KY
Status: Updated 10/25/2025
November 28, 2026
Holiday Market on Main
Events on Main, Taylorsville, KY
Status: Updated 12/5/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Festival of the Mountain Masters
Village Center, Harlan, KY
Status: Updated 11/24/2025





















