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Fall Events in Kentucky!

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Looking for the best places in the state to celebrate one of our most beautiful seasons? Check out our round-up of fall festivals and more ways to celebrate fall in our great state!

Also make sure to check out our round-up of Kentucky Pumpkin Patches, Apple Orchards and More!

This post was updated September 23, 2022

Lebanon: Marion County Country Ham Days

Marion County Country Ham Days street view

Every year, on the last full weekend of September, Lebanon celebrates the Marion County Country Ham Days. More than 40,000 people descend on Lebanon to enjoy the festivities. More than 4,000lbs of country ham will be served at the famous Country Ham Breakfast, but there’s even more to enjoy than the breakfast! Expect food vendors, the Pokey Pig 5K Run/Walk, the Pigasus Parade, a car show, hot air balloons and much more!

When:     22-25 September 2022
Where:    Downtown Lebanon, KY
For more information:  Ham Days Website

 

Carlisle: Saturday in Carlisle Scarecrow Shuffle 5K

Scarecrow Shuffle in Carlisle KY

This will mark the inaugural Scarecrow Shuffle 5K event which will take place during the Saturday in Carlisle event. Even if you aren’t running in the 5K, you can still come out for crafts, music, children’s games and activities for all ages!

When:     24 September 2022
Where:    Downtown Carlisle around Nicholas County Courthouse
For more info:  Facebook

 

Stanford:  Family Storytime and Pumpkin Painting

Family Fall Storytime at Lincoln County Library

The Lincoln County Public Library is hosting a morning of Fall family fun! Listen to some folktales from around the world that involve pumpkins, jack-o-lanterns and the whole autumn season. Then, paint and take home your own pumpkin!

When:     24 September 2022
Where:    Lincoln County Public Library, Stanford
For more information:  Facebook

 

Paint Lick: VillageFest

Downtown Paint Lick KY

Visit historic Paint Lick, KY for this fun festival featuring artisan booths, hayrides, music, car show, raffle, crafts for kids, bouncy house and more!

When:     1 October 2022
Where:    Paint Lick
for more information:  Facebook

 

Versailles:  Murder Mystery Dinners @ The Kentucky Castle

The Kentucky Castle in Lexington, Kentucky

Enjoy a delicious dinner and Murder Mystery performance at the stunning grounds of The Kentucky Castle.

When:    5, 19, 26 October 2022
Where:    The Kentucky Castle, Versailles
Tickets:  From $85, Kentucky Castle Website

 

Bardstown: 2022 Bardstown Arts + Crafts Festival

Bardstown Arts and Crafts Fall Festival in KY

Over 250 vendors of handicrafts, woodworking, pottery, food and retail will be set up along Mainstreet in beautiful historic Bardstown.

When:     8-9 October 2022
Where:    Main Street, Bardstown
For more information:  Facebook

 

Lexington:  Fall Vendor Fair hosted by the Vanessa Vale Team

Fall Vendor Event in Lexington KY

This fall vendor fair will feature crafts, home decor, clothing, jewelry and more. The perfect time to get a head start on holiday shopping!

When:     12 October 2022
Where:    The Signature Club of Landsdowne, Lexington
For more information:  Facebook

 

Nicholasville:  Jessamine Fall Festival

Jessamine County Fall Festival

The Jessamine Fall Festival is back and better than ever. It will be held downtown along York Street, various parking lots and at the Jessamine County Health Department. There is a jam-packed music line-up with live music all day as well as shows and events. All along the streets there will be craft, fine art and retail vendors. There’s a car show, health fair with free screenings, and pageants as well!

When:     14-15 October 2022
Where:    Downtown Nicholasville
For more information:  Facebook

 

Liberty: Liberty Trail Fest

Liberty Trail Fest

This FREE event will celebrate the day that Liberty officially becomes a certified Trail town with several events including a 5K run-walk, trick-or-treating at Liberty Island Trail and a costume parade, among others.

When:    29 October 2022
Where:    Liberty, KY
For more information:  Facebook


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