Next top Must-Attend Events in Kentucky for August and September 2022

From spectacular natural beauty to exciting urban attractions, Kentucky is filled with history and culture. As one of the original frontiers of the United States, the Bluegrass State has a long and storied history filled with mythical figures, including Daniel Boone. The state's industries, including horse breeding and bourbon manufacturing, give the state a rich tapestry of events, activities, festivals, museums and more.

Aug 2022 Louisville

Kentucky State Fair

August 18-28, 2022
Louisville, Kentucky in Louisville, KY

Always fun for the whole family, the annual state fair spans 10 days beginning in the middle of August and offers everything from championship livestock shows to a world class carnival, midway games and fun competitions along with a host of food and craft vendors, live entertainment and celebrity guests.

Sep 2022 Bardstown

Kentucky Bourbon Festival Inc

SEPT. 14-18, 2022
Bardstown, Ky. in Bardstown, KY

Beginning in the middle of every September, the Bourbon Capital of the World commemorates their history of making whiskey with a multi-day event. Guests enjoy everything from black tie whiskey tasting events to parades, southern cooking and live entertainment along with a host of other activities.

Sep 2022 Sep - Oct 2022 Louisville

St. James Court Art Show

September 30 - October 2, 2022, Friday & Saturday 10am - 6pm, Sunday 10am - 5pm.
Louisville, Kentucky in Louisville, KY

Arts and crafts fans from near and far attend this massive show held during the first weekend in October. Over 700 artisans from across the country arrive to present their products in the historic town center.

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Mammoth Cave National Park, located in the central region of the state, is home to one of the largest cave systems in the entire world. Visitors can take a number of tours with the park's rangers, including tours that take brave guests off of established trails. Travelers who prefer to stay above ground can visit one of Kentucky's many outdoor recreation spaces, such as Daniel Boone National Forest. The forest offers an extensive network of trails and excellent fishing spots.

Churchill Downs, home of the famous Kentucky Derby, is open to visitors who want to see live horse racing. Visitors who wish to learn more about the history of the famous race can step inside the nearby Kentucky Derby Museum. The extensive exhibits focus on the historic participants of the race, from the horses to the jockeys.

The Louisville Zoo, located in Louisville, features over 1,500 animals spread across 135 acres. At the "Gorilla Forest" exhibit, guests can witness the antics of the exhibit's residents, including a troop of gorillas and a few patas monkeys. The zoo's newest exhibit, "Glacier Run", includes grizzly and polar bears. Children can play in the exhibit's splash park on a hot afternoon.

Baseball fans will enjoy a trip to the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory. This museum, which doubles as a production facility for the Louisville Slugger baseball supply company, showcases the history of baseball and includes several notable bats, such as the bat that Babe Ruth used to hit his last home run as a Yankee. The Louisville Science Center is a great attraction for those with more cerebral tastes. The museum is Kentucky's largest hands-on science museum and features exhibits exploring several different areas of science, including physics, anatomy, technology, chemistry and more.

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Next top Must-Attend Events in Kentucky

Kentucky State Fair

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St. James Court Art Show

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Counties in Kentucky