Local events we LOVE this month
Whether you’re into football, farmer’s markets or festivals – you’ll find so much to enjoy in Lexington and Central Kentucky in September! Here are some of our favorites.
Red, White, and Boom Musical Festival
Celebrate Central Kentucky’s first 3 day country music festival at Whitaker Bank Ballpark, home of the Lexington Legends! With more artists yet to be announced, the current lineup boasts 6 of the top 11 touring acts in country music today. 1 stage, 12 performances and 3 days of country music FUN!
Lexington Fest of Ales
Come out to the 8th Annual Lexington Fest of Ales – Lexington’s premier beer tasting event! Over 150 beers to sample from over 60 breweries, including a special area featuring Kentucky breweries. Tickets go on sale August 1st at Pazzo’s, The Beer Trappe, Liquor Barn, Central Bank Thursday Night Live or by calling the DLC office at 859-335-8640. Presented by Brewgrass Trail, and brought to you by Downtown Lexington Corp and LexBeerScene.com
36th Annual Festival of the Horse
The Festival of the Horse will take place on the streets of downtown Georgetown September 9-11, 2016. The Annual event will celebrate its 36th Anniversary in downtown this fall. The Festival of the Horse has promoted Scott County’s Horse Heritage, the downtown community and the interaction between the two for the past 36 years. Family oriented activities and entertainment are featured. This signature Georgetown event attracts visitors from throughout the Region and has become a beloved event for our local…
CTK Oktoberfest
Lexington’s Premier Fall Festival. Oktoberfest features fun for all ages. Featuring many German food offerings and delicious options from a variety of your favorite food vendors. Not to mention live music, kid’s games, the infamous Celebrity Cake Wheel, inflatables, BINGO, Black Jack and more. Presented by Buchart Orthodontics 2016 Entertainment Schedule (Friday Night) Johnny Conqueroo The Landers Rebel Without a Cause Gin Blossoms – Headliner (Saturday Night) Olivia Faye Donny Brook Wookie Machine Thumper and the Plaid Rabbits Fastball -…
XtremeAIR 5K Obstacle Race
XtremeAIR 5k Obstacle Race is a very bouncy 5k race obstacle course that will have you laughing, smiling, sweating, and bouncing up and down with fun. Add a little (actually a huge) spring to your fitness step and try something new. This Xtreme Air 5k Obstacle Race is the hot new ticket in town! Who wouldn’t want to propel themselves up an inflatable mountain and then get to slide all the way back down or climb, duck and dodge your…
Frankfort Fall Arts Festival
Fall Arts Festival at Josephine Sculpture Park: Sunday, Sep. 11th from 11am-6pm This hands-on festival connects the community with the arts & the land in the most experiential manner and offers a host of artistic experiences to the public. The KECU music stage presents musicians, dancers and storytelling while local artists & organizations conduct free demonstrations & activities where you can explore book binding, sculpture, pottery wheel, fabric dyeing, art scavenger hunts, walking tours & a few other surprises. Visitors…
28th Annual Roots & Heritage Festival
Join the Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center for our annual presented programming hosted during Roots & Heritage Festival. We are thrilled to join the Festival in its 28th year. For a schedule of activities happening on the official Roots & Heritage stage, visit rootsfestky.com All are welcome and activities are FREE & OPEN to the public. Full Schedule (activity location, all activities listed take place inside the Lyric): SATURDAY 9/10: 12:00pm-3:00pm: Arts and Crafts presented by Sisohpromatem Art Foundation…
11th Annual Celtic Festival & Highland Games of Central Kentucky
11th Annual Central Kentucky Celtic Festival & Highland Games @ the Kenucky Renaissance FAir Site, Eminence, KY Saturday September 17th, 2016 10:00am – 7:00pm All Day Fun For All Ages!! ~Pipe & Drum Competition ~Heavy Athletics ~Children’s Highland Games (Open to the Public) ~Traditional Archery Tournamnet (Open to the Public) ~LIVE MUSIC by Drunk & Sailor, Roger Drawdry & The Firestarters, THE PRODIGALS & More!! ~Dancing ~Artisans & Merchants ~Food & Drink Lots of familiar Highland Renaissance Festival !! Dont…
Japan Summer Festival
JASK’s annual summer festival, celebrating all things Japanese! Enjoy Japanese performers, food, games, and vendors!
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