10 Ways to Celebrate as Mint Julep Month Returns to Louisville for the 10th Time!

by Melanie Grosjean - March 31, 20230

2 people toast with mint julep glasses outside Churchill downs

As Kentucky and the world begin to countdown to the 149th Run for the Roses, a number of local events are already underway to celebrate Louisville's most iconic event and its signature drink, the Mint Julep. Louisville Tourism debuted Mint Julep Month in 2013 and it has continued on as

The Best Ski Resorts Near Kentucky

by Melanie Grosjean - December 9, 2022December 10, 20221

Kentuckians have never had a plethora of options when it comes to where to ski or snowboard in the state. Ski Butler, at General Butler State Park in Carrollton, was the state’s only proper ski area but when it shut down in the 90s, winter-sports-loving Kentuckians had to look outside

These Christmas Towns near Kentucky are Great for a Magical Winter Getaway!

by Melanie Grosjean - December 9, 2022December 10, 20220

Christmas town in Helen Georgia during Christmas

If you love Christmas as much as we do, you might want to consider a getaway to these Christmassy towns this winter!| We've listed these Christmas towns near Kentucky in order of distance from Lexington, but depending on your exact location in Kentucky they may be more or less close to

Places to Order Thanksgiving To Go in Kentucky

Food and Drink

by Melanie Grosjean - November 10, 2022November 21, 20220

Places to Order Thanksgiving Dinner To Go If you don’t want to spend a whole day cooking Thanksgiving Dinner, book a takeaway! We’ve got the lowdown on Kentucky restaurants that are offering Thanksgiving to go for 2022. Bob Evans Bob Evans offers both takeaway and in person thanksgiving dinners. Their Premium Farmhouse Feast

Fall Events in Kentucky!

by Melanie Grosjean - September 21, 2022September 23, 20220

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

Marion County Country Ham Days – 2022

by Melanie Grosjean - September 20, 2022September 23, 20220

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. Ham Days started back in 1969 when just a few people gathered around a meager 6 country hams. The centerpiece of the event

Kentucky Pumpkin Patches, Apple Orchards and More – Fall 2022

by Melanie Grosjean - September 14, 2022September 15, 20221

It’s time to break out the flannel, grab a pumpkin spice latte and head out for some fall fun! We’ve rounded up the top apple orchards, pumpkin patches and hayrides in Kentucky. Read on to be inspired and find plenty of options for Fall-themed outdoor fun! Looking for something a bit

Berea’s Spoonbread Festival 2022

by Melanie Grosjean - August 18, 2022September 17, 20221

Balloons at Berea's spoon bread festival

Berea's Annual Spoonbread Festival is back for 2022 with three exciting days of fun for all ages. Read on to learn more about what to expect at the festival this year. The Spoonbread Festival started back in 1997 and has grown over time to attract tons of visitors from all across

Rumble Over the Rough 2022

by Melanie Grosjean - June 17, 2022June 19, 20221

Once again fireworks will light up the night over the Rough River Dam State Resort Park this 4th of July weekend. This fireworks show is one of the best 4th of July fireworks shows in Kentucky and is worth checking out if you are in Western Kentucky. Or, why not

The Great American Brass Band Festival is Back for 2022!

by Melanie Grosjean - May 21, 2022May 22, 20220

Man playing trumpet at Brass band Festival

After a 1 year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and a scaled-down festival in 2021 the Great American Brass Band Festival is set to return to Danville in 2022 with most of its usual festivities on the calendar! Unfortunately, due to a variety of circumstances, the immensely popular hot